Admiral at the Lake, the
933 West Foster Avenue · Chicago, IL · 60640 · 7736545121
36 certified beds Non profit - Other Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 74 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.19 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.93 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.75 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 21% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (25 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G June 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 24, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 24, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 24, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2024
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 9, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected March 1, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 2, 2023
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 2, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 2, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 2, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 2, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 2, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 24, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 146165 · certified since October 1, 2013. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.