Admiral at the Lake
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Chicago, IL
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Admiral at the Lake

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Chicago, IL
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Admiral at the Lake accepts Medicare and private pay.
Admiral at the Lake accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Admiral at the Lake

Admiral at the Lake is a continuing care retirement community in Chicago, Illinois, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing services. Having several care levels means a resident whose needs change over time may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community.

The range of care options may make Admiral at the Lake a good fit for someone planning for changing support needs. With 56 beds, it is a smaller setting where residents and staff can get to know one another.

Housing includes one bedroom and two bedroom residences. The two bedroom option may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, while Medicare and private pay provide two listed ways to cover care.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support people who need therapy during a temporary recovery period, and the on site pool provides another place for activity within the community.

A Walk Score of 90 makes the area a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby destinations independently.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 59.9% Above IL avg. ▲ 59.9% Above IL avg.IL average: 2.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 49.5% Above IL avg. ▲ 49.5% Above IL avg.IL average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 91.7% Above IL avg. ▲ 91.7% Above IL avg.IL average: 2.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 32.1% Above IL avg. ▲ 32.1% Above IL avg.IL average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 20th out of 154 nursing homes we track in Illinois for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
↑ 67% · IL 2h 58mThis facility: 4h 57m per resident per day, 67% above the Illinois average of 2h 58m (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #20 / 154Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 20th out of 154 nursing homes we track in Illinois for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Illinois average, with a ranking across 154 Illinois facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
4h 57m

Standout metric: Physical therapist is +205% above Illinois average

0 of 6 metrics below Illinois average

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant280287,25592100%6.8
Licensed Practical Nurse8082,1379199%9
Registered Nurse7071,99592100%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014786672%7.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician0334154650%7
Nurse Practitioner1013444347%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0223366166%3.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist3033265661%5.2
Respiratory Therapist0112546267%4.1
Speech Language Pathologist0221825459%3.4
Administrator1011586672%2.4
Qualified Social Worker0221264246%2.6
Medical Director0111121415%8
Occupational Therapy Aide011781314%6
Occupational Therapy Assistant011521314%4
Physical Therapy Aide011291516%1.9
28 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
8 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 99%
7 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
Coverage 72%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 56 Rank #134 / 164Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 134th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #16 / 188Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 16th out of 188 nursing homes we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
90 / 100
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
28

Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Aug 2026)

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
116 days
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceMay 8, 2026
ExpirationMay 7, 2027
CountyCook
License Number5104192

Awards

U.S. News & World Report Best Senior LivingU.S. News rates communities from independent surveys of residents and their families (the 2025 edition analyzed ~450,000 responses across 3,800+ communities) covering safety, caregiving, activities, dining, management and value. Only communities meeting its data thresholds earn a Best designation for that year.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Admiral at the Lake is legally operated by The Admiral At The Lake.

Profit StatusNonprofit

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
39 units
Alzheimer's Units
17 units
Total beds
56 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Short-Term Rehab
Short-Term Rehabilitation

Staffing & Medical

1 service
DietitianListed as: In-house dietitian

Additional Services

3 services
Wellness Programs
Housekeeping
  • Foundation support for residents who outlive financial resources

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Swimming Pool
14Th-Floor Lighthouse Lounge
Garden Terraces
Views of Lake Michigan or the Chicago Skyline
Activities
Continued Learning Programs
Exercise Classes

Room Accommodations

Building TypeHigh-rise
Room Sizes
745 825 848 1014 1024 1077 1106 1217 1546
Room Types
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3+ Bedroom

Contact Admiral at the Lake

This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

Inspection History

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.

Since 2015 · 11 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
6 deficiencies 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2015 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (76% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 69.0 This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois nursing home (6 vs. IL avg 9).↓ 33% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.01.7 This facility has 76% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois nursing home (3 vs. IL avg 1.7).↑ 76% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 24.0 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (2 vs. IL avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2024 · 2 years of data · Last health inspection Mar 2026

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Total health inspections 4 Illinois avg 11.4
Total health citations
25 Rank #56 / 154Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 56th out of 154 nursing homes we track in Illinois for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Illinois State average, with a ranking across all 154 IL facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Illinois avg 38.1 (34% better than Illinois average)
Citations per inspection
6.25 Rank #150 / 154Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 150th out of 154 nursing homes we track in Illinois for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Illinois mean across 154 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Illinois avg 3.46 (81% worse than Illinois average)
Citation severity
100% corrected 25 of 25 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 25 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 Illinois avg 0.8 (100% better than Illinois average)
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
1 Illinois avg 3.8 (74% better than Illinois average)
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
23 Illinois avg 33 (30% better than Illinois average)
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
1 Illinois avg 0.5 (100% worse than Illinois average)
No harm, minimal risk
Citations history
Most recent first
Mar 05, 2026 6 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Jun 06, 2025 2 citations
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Jan 24, 2025 7 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Feb 09, 2024 10 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 25 citations
Quality of Life & Care 7 deficiencies (28%)
Nutrition & Dietary 7 deficiencies (28%)
Infection Control 4 deficiencies (16%)
Pharmacy Services 3 deficiencies (12%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 2 deficiencies (8%)
Resident Rights 1 deficiency (4%)
Nursing & Physician Services 1 deficiency (4%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

23 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations.

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Penalties and fines

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.3
24% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 8.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 5.7
65% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 16.2

Long-stay resident measures
Average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.1%
47% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 13.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 4.2%
80% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 20.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 8.2%
168% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 3.1%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 15.5%
222% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 4.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 1.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.1%
62% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 54.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.4%
11% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 21.7%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
11% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 90.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
9% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 91.8%

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
44% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 69.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.6%
27% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 90.3%
43% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 63.1%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

72% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 24 days

Private pay

28% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2024.

Nonprofit
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$27.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Nonprofit
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024 Rank #130 / 135Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 130th out of 135 nursing homes we track in Illinois. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Illinois average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$27.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$24.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #21 / 135Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 21st out of 135 nursing homes we track in Illinois. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Illinois average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024 253.2% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #2 / 135Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 135 nursing homes we track in Illinois. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Illinois average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$21.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$32.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (72% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 24 days.

Admissions
72 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 72%
Private pay 28%
Discharges
97 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 58%
Private pay 42%

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Address 6.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chicago's city center to Admiral at the Lake's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.03 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago)

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Illinois average is: 60.5% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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IL AVG 120
Rank #116 / 164
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IL AVG 79%
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Rank #1 / 154
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 38.1
Rank #39 / 154
5.3
Facility 5.3
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #142 / 154
159A+
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 54
Rank #11 / 188
The Selfhelp Home, Inc
$10.0MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 09/2024
IL AVG $13.2M
Rank #96 / 135
$7.2MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 09/2024
IL AVG $7.4M
Rank #64 / 135
71.6%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility 71.6%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
IL AVG 60.5%
Rank #16 / 135
146009
The Clare ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Chicago
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 120
Rank #141 / 164
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
IL AVG 79%
Rank #41 / 132
+10%
4.39
Facility 4.39
IL AVG 2.96
Rank #31 / 154
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +61%+48%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $159.1k
Rank #1 / 154
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 38.1
Rank #15 / 154
3.0
Facility 3.0
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #53 / 154
143A+
100
Facility 100
IL AVG 54
Rank #1 / 188
County Of Fulton
$5.2MFiscal year ending 11/2024
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 11/2024
IL AVG $13.2M
Rank #131 / 135
$4.3MFiscal year ending 11/2024
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 11/2024
IL AVG $7.4M
Rank #124 / 135
81.7%Fiscal year ending 11/2024
Facility 81.7%Fiscal year ending 11/2024
IL AVG 60.5%
Rank #13 / 135
146151
The Grove Elmhurst ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Elmhurst
142
Facility 142
IL AVG 120
Rank #53 / 164
71.5%
Facility 71.5%
IL AVG 79%
Rank #95 / 132
-9%
2.97
Facility 2.97
IL AVG 2.96
Rank #58 / 154
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +53%0%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $159.1k
Rank #1 / 154
29
Facility 29
IL AVG 38.1
Rank #69 / 154
3.6
Facility 3.6
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #87 / 154
1102A+
63
Facility 63
IL AVG 54
Rank #68 / 188
Tremaine Brown
$17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $13.2M
Rank #39 / 135
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $7.4M
Rank #85 / 135
31.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 31.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG 60.5%
Rank #132 / 135
145711
Buckingham Pavilion Nursing and Rehabilitation ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Chicago (West Ridge)
235
Facility 235
IL AVG 120
Rank #15 / 164
50.1%
Facility 50.1%
IL AVG 79%
Rank #128 / 132
-37%
2.51
Facility 2.51
IL AVG 2.96
Rank #111 / 154
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +7%-15%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $159.1k
Rank #1 / 154
23
Facility 23
IL AVG 38.1
Rank #48 / 154
7.7
Facility 7.7
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #153 / 154
-118-
83
Facility 83
IL AVG 54
Rank #29 / 188
Leah Kazlow
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $13.2M
Rank #94 / 135
$5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $7.4M
Rank #95 / 135
48.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 48.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG 60.5%
Rank #52 / 135
145285
Admiral at the Lake ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Chicago (Uptown)
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 120
Rank #134 / 164
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4.94
Facility 4.94
IL AVG 2.96
Rank #20 / 154
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -22%+67%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $159.1k
Rank #1 / 154
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 38.1
Rank #56 / 154
6.3
Facility 6.3
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #150 / 154
128A+
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 54
Rank #16 / 188
The Admiral At The Lake
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $13.2M
Rank #130 / 135
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $7.4M
Rank #21 / 135
253.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 253.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG 60.5%
Rank #2 / 135
146165

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Illinois

Admiral at the Lake is located in Chicago, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.

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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Admiral at the Lake

What neighborhood is Admiral at the Lake in?

Admiral at the Lake is in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago.

Is Admiral at the Lake in a walkable area?

Admiral at the Lake has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Admiral at the Lake?

According to IL state health department records, Admiral at the Lake's license number is 5104192.

When does Admiral at the Lake's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, Admiral at the Lake's license expires on May 7, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Admiral at the Lake?

Admiral at the Lake's occupancy is 85.1%.

Are pets allowed at Admiral at the Lake?

No, Admiral at the Lake has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Admiral at the Lake?

The team at Admiral at the Lake can be reached at hdittmer@theadmiral.org.

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