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With a focus on the latest advances in clinical care, subacute nursing, and comprehensive therapies, residents in The Grove at the Lake can live their golden years without any worries. The facility offers an array of services to elevate the lives of seniors, including an on-site psychiatrist, full-time nurse practitioner, in-house hemodialysis, and specialized care for those with Alzheimer’s and respiratory issues. Palliative, hospice, and respite care are also available for those who need it.
But it’s not just about the services – The Grove at the Lake has crafted a space that’s comfortable and exquisite, with stylish decor and cozy social spaces where residents can connect and their families. And when it comes to cuisine, they take it seriously. With an in-house chef and certified dietitian, they ensure that every meal is not only delicious but also nutritious. Salon services are also available on-site to help residents feel their best. There’s so much more that The Grove at the Lake has to offer, but it’s something that residents need to experience for themselves.
Julie serves as the administrator at The Grove at the Lake, playing a key role in fostering a nurturing and engaging environment. Known for her open-door policy and focus on recreational activities, she helps residents feel a strong sense of community and belonging, which supports their emotional and mental well-being during recovery.
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
71% of new residents, often for short stays.
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-1% 
+20% Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
+32% -16% +23% Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-18% -25% -11% Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Avantara Park Ridge
-1%
+20%
Avantara Long Grove
+32%
-16%
+23%
The Grove at the Lake Living & Rehabilitation Center
-18%
-25%
-11%
0.5 miles from city center — 0.17 miles to nearest hospital (Fresenius Medical Care at Midwestern Regional Medical Center)
2534 Elim Avenue, Zion, IL 60099
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 33 | 7.9 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 41 | 7.7 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 168 | 8 | Yes |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 52 | 116 | 168 | 25,551 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 34 | 7 | 41 | 9,728 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 16 | 33 | 6,103 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 10 | 8 | 18 | 2,498 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,877 | 91 | 100% | 6.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,830 | 91 | 100% | 6.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,587 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,477 | 90 | 99% | 5.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 979 | 81 | 89% | 7.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 502 | 89 | 98% | 5.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 502 | 89 | 98% | 5.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 454 | 82 | 90% | 5.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 446 | 64 | 70% | 7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 438 | 80 | 88% | 5.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 216 | 36 | 40% | 6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 125 | 33 | 36% | 3.8 |
Illinois average 10.4
Last Health inspection on Nov 2025
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
27 of 48 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 21 of 48 resulted from complaint investigations.
1
43% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 0.7
3
17% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 3.6
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Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. 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.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.7
52% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 9.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.7
53% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 18.6
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
3.1%
80% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 15.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
3.7%
80% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 18.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.1%
11% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 21.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.0%
12% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 3.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.4%
22% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 5.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.2%
89% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.2%
10% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 6.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
98.6%
105% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 48.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
20.4%
In line with Illinois average
Illinois average: 20.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.0%
In line with Illinois average
Illinois average: 89.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
89.9%
In line with Illinois average
Illinois average: 91.6%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.54
24% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 2.05
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.93
30% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 2.25
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
46.6%
32% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 68.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.2%
5% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 2.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
58.0%
8% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 63.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
21.0%
20% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 26.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.0%
7% better than Illinois average
Illinois average: 14.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.3%
65% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
53.3%
In line with Illinois average
Illinois average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
45.8%
9% worse than Illinois average
Illinois average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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)
58% lower than Illinois average
Illinois average: $143K
33% fewer fines than Illinois average
Illinois average: 3.0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
6% fewer payment denials than Illinois average
Illinois average: 1.1
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 15, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 27, 2023
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Sep 27, 2023
Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for The Grove at the Lake Living & Rehabilitation Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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