Illinois average 10.4
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

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Generations at Oakton Arms is a 122-bed continuing care campus at 1665 Oakton Place in Des Plaines, Illinois. Owned by Burton Barrish and operated by Generations at Oakton Arms, LLC, the facility serves Cook County under a dual-licensure model including a CMS-certified skilled nursing wing (Oakton Pavillion) and an IDPH-licensed assisted living and independent living building (Oakton Arms). The campus provides an extensive clinical spectrum, including dialysis, respiratory care, and short-term rehabilitation.
The skilled nursing component holds a 2-star overall rating from CMS, reflecting below-average performance in health inspections and staffing. As of early 2026, the facility has incurred $346,000 in federal penalties over three years, 142% above the state average, including five separate payment denials for new Medicare and Medicaid admissions. While the nursing wing maintains a 2-star status, the independent and assisted living buildings operate under a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on their most recent 2025 licensure follow-up.
Bedside support is provided 24/7, though CMS data shows nursing hours at 2 hours and 31 minutes per resident daily, 36% below the Illinois average. Despite these lower hours, the staff-to-resident ratio is 2.20:1, supported by a heavy reliance on contracted personnel who represent roughly 10% of total nursing hours. Clinical specialties include 24-hour respiratory therapy and on-site hemodialysis. Quality outcomes are mixed; while the facility excels in maintaining resident walking ability and preventing UTIs, the rate of pressure ulcers in high-risk residents is 11.3%, significantly exceeding the state average of 5.3%.
The campus features private and semi-private suites with atrium views and secure residential wings. All-inclusive monthly services cover 24-hour medical monitoring, housekeeping, and multiple dining options across both the Pavillion and Arms buildings.Shared community spaces include a beauty salon, a fully stocked library, and an outdoor patio with landscaped gardens.
The social calendar is managed by on-site staff to provide daily fitness programs and intergenerational activities. Although the campus has a low Walk Score of 23, scheduled transportation is available for off-site appointments and community excursions in the Des Plaines area.
Individuals requiring specialized dialysis or complex respiratory care may find this campus’s unique clinical infrastructure appropriate. Prospective residents and their representatives should visit the campus directly and request current status reports on pressure ulcer management and CPR certification compliance to assess 2026 quality performance firsthand.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois nursing home (6 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 14% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 1.5 | 1.8 | This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois nursing home (1.5 vs. IL avg 1.8).↓ 17% better |
The most recent inspection on October 20, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to emergency preparedness, staff training, documentation, and resident care plans. Earlier inspections included a complaint investigation on October 22, 2025, which was unable to be completed because the subject did not reside at the facility. The main issues involved failure to involve residents properly in fire drills, incomplete employee orientation records, improper physician assessments, and gaps in service plan documentation for medication and assistance needs. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The pattern of deficiencies in the latest inspection suggests ongoing challenges in staff training and emergency procedures.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsIllinois average 10.4
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Illinois average 36.8
Illinois average 3.68
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
15 of 44 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 29 of 44 resulted from complaint investigations.
Illinois average: 0.7
Illinois average: 3.6
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
2,854 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 58 | 0 | 58 | 19,511 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 33 | 0 | 33 | 10,938 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 5,039 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,303 | 92 | 100% | 7 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 13 | 0 | 13 | 2,086 | 92 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,061 | 78 | 85% | 7.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 986 | 71 | 77% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 823 | 74 | 80% | 6.4 |
| Occupational Therapist | 1 | 6 | 7 | 576 | 63 | 68% | 9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 1 | 2 | 528 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 65% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 431 | 67 | 73% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 393 | 55 | 60% | 6.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 386 | 63 | 68% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 180 | 37 | 40% | 4.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 144 | 33 | 36% | 4.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 53 | 6 | 7% | 8.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 7 | 8% | 3.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2025
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
8 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
65% of new residents, often for short stays.
11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Generations at Oakton Arms based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
2.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Des Plaines's city center to Generations at Oakton Arms's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Generations at Oakton Arms is located in Des Plaines, Illinois.
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Generations at Oakton Arms is in the Maine Township neighborhood of Des Plaines.
Generations at Oakton Arms has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
The team at Generations at Oakton Arms can be reached at [email protected].
Generations at Oakton Arms has 48 beds.
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Generations at Oakton Arms is located at 1665 Oakton Place.
(847) 827-4200 will put you in contact with the team at Generations at Oakton Arms.
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