Alden Estates of Evanston
2520 Gross Point Road · Evanston, IL · 60201 · 8473286000
99 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Alden Network
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.87 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.07 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.37 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 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 December 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected January 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected January 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 19, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 23, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C November 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Corrected November 5, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145907 · certified since October 9, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.