Lawmakers seek to clarify ‘distressed facility’ designation for nursing homes Feb 23, 2023 | Facilities, Legislature, Long Term Care, Top Stories A House committee approved a plan Wednesday morning to clarify what nursing homes meet a “distressed facility” designation.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.