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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Mather is undoubtedly the premier Life Plan Community just north of Chicago. The beautiful condominium-style building offers resort-like hospitality, ensuring residents a sense of belonging with a forward-thinking approach to senior living. The luxurious 62+ retirement community has learned year after year the right direction to a quality standard of living and, for years, has promoted and lived by its goal of enhancing the quality of life for every senior who has chosen its approach to senior living.
A luxury community that guarantees cozy apartments where residents can feel comfortable after a day of doing activities. Their amenities and facilities are convenient: a hair salon and barbershop, a library, a recreational studio, a business center, and breathtaking views, to name a few of the community highlights. Their housekeeping and linen services, concierge, and maintenance services are all provided so residents can live a hassle-free lifestyle.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 5th out of 167 homes in Illinois. 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 47m per day |
Higher than the Illinois average: 69.3%The Mather is legally operated by The Mather Evanston.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 4 | 8 | This facility has 50% fewer total inspections than a typical Illinois nursing home (4 vs. IL avg 8).↓ 50% better |
Illinois average 10.4
Last Health inspection on Mar 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.
All 7 citations resulted from standard inspections.
100% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 0.7
100% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 3.6
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
68% better than Illinois average
9% worse than Illinois average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
5.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
758 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 1 | 29 | 9,177 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 3 | 20 | 4,224 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,314 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,249 | 92 | 100% | 5.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 651 | 61 | 66% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 60 | 65% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 398 | 53 | 58% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 329 | 66 | 72% | 3.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 111 | 42 | 46% | 2.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 19 | 21% | 1.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 21 | 15 | 16% | 1.4 |
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.
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.
12.4
28% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 9.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.2
46% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 18.6
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
31.3%
102% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 15.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
21.2%
15% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 18.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.2%
35% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 21.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
7.1%
111% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 3.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.0%
100% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 5.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.4%
35% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.6%
60% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 6.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
11.5%
76% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 48.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
7.1%
65% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 20.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.5%
8% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 89.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
9% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 91.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
77.8%
14% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 68.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 2.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
52% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 63.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
55% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
22Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for The Mather based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #28 / 166Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 166 homes in Illinois. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Illinois average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
0.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Evanston's city center to The Mather's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 8 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago)
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The Mather is located in Evanston, Illinois.
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The Mather is in the Davis Street neighborhood of Evanston.
The legal owner and operator of The Mather is The Mather Evanston.
The Mather has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
According to IL state health department records, The Mather's license expires on July 22, 2026.
The Mather's occupancy is 76%.
The Mather has 22 beds.
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