Thrive of Lake County
850 E Us Highway 45 · Mundelein, IL · 60060 · 8473777200
185 certified beds For profit - Individual
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The complete Safety Report — $19
Everything on this page plus the full citation-by-citation history with inspector findings, the complete penalty record, staffing vs benchmarks, side-by-side nearby comparisons, and the printable tour checklist. One PDF, emailed in minutes, yours to keep and share with family.
Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 2 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.79 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.79 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.85 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.41 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 24% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $29,734 |
Inspection citations (50 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 31, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected July 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Limit the charges against residents' personal funds for items or services for which payment is made under Medicare or Medicaid.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G March 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 13, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 13, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 13, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected January 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2024 · 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 28, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 29, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2024
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 29, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected February 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2025 | Fine | $19,487 |
| January 29, 2024 | Fine | $10,247 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145460 · certified since October 21, 1982. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.