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HomeIllinoisCitadel of Sterling,the

Citadel of Sterling,the

105 East 23rd Street, Sterling, IL 610818156264264WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.0on Google(25 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
121
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $11,213

How Citadel of Sterling,the Compares in Illinois

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Illinois. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
IL average
2.6/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
IL average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
1/5
IL average
2.1/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.20 hrs/day
IL average
3.44 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.47 hrs/day
IL average
0.71 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
31.8%
IL average
44.4%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Illinois average of 2.6/5.
Reported RN time is 0.47 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.71.
Staff turnover is 31.8%, lower than the Illinois average of 44.4%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 12, 2024
Most recent cycle
12
deficiency citations
Inspected May 22, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 5 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$6,844/mo
Illinois median
Private Room
$8,122/mo
Illinois median
Whiteside County 65+
11,687
21.0% of county
County Population
55,569
Whiteside County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Citadel of Sterling,the is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Sterling, Illinois with 121 certified beds. It has been operating since 1974. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
121
Avg Residents/Day
87.9
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 1, 1974
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Whiteside
Last Inspection
May 22, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12
Weighted Score
70.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (25)

F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0604Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 22, 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: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0825Potential for Harm

Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

Survey: Nov 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Actual Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Jun 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jun 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jan 25, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0803Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: May 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$11,213
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineJun 12, 2024
$11,213

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

Nurse Aide1.95 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.78 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.47 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.20 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.05 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
31.8%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (17)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
STERN FAMILY INVESTMENT TRDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AApr 1, 2023
AARON, ADINADIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
AARON, FREDDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
AARON, JONATHANDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
GRAF, MARCELLADIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2018
GROSS, SHOSHANADIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
KOHEN, YAKOVDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2018
PROCTOR, KATHERINEDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
STERN, RAPHAELADIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
AARON, JONATHANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2025
GRAF, MARCELLAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2018
MCMAHON, MICHAELOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 2, 2023
ROBIN, JASONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024
OMNIA HEALTHCARE GROUP LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2023
GRAF, MARCELLAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2018
MCMAHON, MICHAELADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 2, 2023
ROBIN, JASONADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 1, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Citadel of Sterling,the and nearby alternatives.

All Illinois facilities
Citadel of Sterling,the
Sterling, ILCurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $11,213
Allure of Sterling
Sterling, IL2,112 ftAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $118,360
La Bella of Sterling
Sterling, IL1.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Heritage Square
Dixon, IL11.3 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Dixon Rehab & Hcc
Dixon, IL11.8 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $34,753
La Bella of Morrison
Morrison, IL13.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $65,860
Resthave Home-Whiteside County
Morrison, IL13.4 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Citadel of Sterling,the
Sterling, IL · Current facility
—2/53/51/5$11,213
Allure of Sterling
Sterling, IL
2,112 ft1/52/51/5$118,360
La Bella of Sterling
Sterling, IL
1.2 mi2/53/51/5None recorded
Heritage Square
Dixon, IL
11.3 mi4/55/55/5None recorded
Dixon Rehab & Hcc
Dixon, IL
11.8 mi3/53/52/5$34,753
La Bella of Morrison
Morrison, IL
13.2 mi1/52/51/5$65,860
Resthave Home-Whiteside County
Morrison, IL
13.4 mi2/52/54/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Citadel of Sterling,the?▾
Citadel of Sterling,the has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Citadel of Sterling,the cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Illinois is $6,844/month for a semi-private room and $8,122/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Citadel of Sterling,the participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Citadel of Sterling,the had any health inspection violations?▾
Citadel of Sterling,the had 12 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 22, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $11,213.
What are the staffing levels at Citadel of Sterling,the?▾
Citadel of Sterling,the provides 3.20 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.47 RN hours, 0.78 LPN hours, and 1.95 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 31.8%.
How many beds does Citadel of Sterling,the have?▾
Citadel of Sterling,the has 121 certified beds with an average of 87.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 73% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Citadel Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Citadel of Sterling,the?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Illinois, including 2 in Sterling. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Citadel of Sterling,the?▾
On Google Maps, Citadel of Sterling,the has a rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 25 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

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