California Terrace
2829 South California Blvd · Chicago, IL · 60608 · 7738478061
297 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Saba Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $139,231 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 7 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$139,231 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.29 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.29 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.40 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 1.99 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 5 · $363,575 |
Inspection citations (89 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F March 28, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected March 26, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 26, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F December 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 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 August 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Environmental
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 9, 2024 | Fine | $139,231 |
| March 6, 2024 | Fine | $158,860 |
| January 17, 2024 | Fine | $37,700 |
| November 17, 2023 | Fine | $13,039 |
| September 15, 2023 | Fine | $14,745 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145625 · certified since June 9, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.