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HomeIllinoisCarlton at the Lake, the

Carlton at the Lake, the

725 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL 606137739291700
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
244
certified
4 fine(s) totaling $241,131

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 2/5 stars (below average)

• Has 244 certified beds with an average of 168.4 residents per day (69% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 18 deficiencies (inspected Apr 11, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $241,131 across 4 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.28 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 35.6%

• Part of the Legacy Healthcare chain (90 facilities)

Carlton at the Lake, the is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Chicago, Illinois with 244 certified beds. It has been operating since 1990. The facility scored below average compared to Illinois facilities.

Beds
244
Avg Residents/Day
168.4
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 13, 1990
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Cook
Last Inspection
Apr 11, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
18
Weighted Score
182.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (60)

F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Nov 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Nov 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Nov 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Sep 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Sep 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0557Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Survey: Aug 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Aug 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: May 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0688Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0700Potential for Harm

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0740Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Nov 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Nov 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Aug 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Aug 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0569Potential for Harm

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

Survey: Apr 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Apr 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Apr 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Mar 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Mar 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Mar 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Mar 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Mar 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 30 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$241,131
Number of Fines
4
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
5

Penalty History

FineNov 2, 2023
$11,180
FineJan 19, 2024
$16,052
FineMar 15, 2024
$16,822
FineOct 4, 2023
$197,077
Payment DenialNov 2, 2023
25 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.81 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.71 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.76 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.28 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.11 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
35.6%
RN Turnover
31.3%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DOROS GENERATION TRUST U/A/D 1/3/125% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization50%May 3, 2017
GPN FAM TR UA 042820085% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization50%May 3, 2017
SHABAT, MENACHEMCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 3, 2017
VENTRELLA, JOANNEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 20, 2017
CARLTON ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/ANov 10, 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Carlton at the Lake, the?▾
Carlton at the Lake, the has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Carlton at the Lake, the had any health inspection violations?▾
Carlton at the Lake, the had 18 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 11, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $241,131 across 4 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Carlton at the Lake, the?▾
Carlton at the Lake, the provides 3.28 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.76 RN hours, 0.71 LPN hours, and 1.81 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 35.6%.
How many beds does Carlton at the Lake, the have?▾
Carlton at the Lake, the has 244 certified beds with an average of 168.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 69% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Legacy Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Carlton at the Lake, the?▾
Yes, there are 76 other nursing homes in Chicago, Illinois with an average rating of 2.1/5. You can compare all facilities on the Chicago nursing homes page.

Part of Legacy Healthcare

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