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Citadel at Casa Scalabrini

480 North Wolf Road, Northlake, IL 60164 · Cook County

Post-hospital care, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, and memory care in Northlake, IL.

3.0CMS overall rating(708) 562-0040 Visit website ↗

Good

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Northlake

Citadel at Casa Scalabrini is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Northlake, IL, with 229 certified beds and an average of about 180 residents per day. It operates as part of the Citadel Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.00 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.57 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Northlake, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 229
Avg. residents/day: 180
Ownership: For profit - Individual
Part of a chain: Citadel Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 145956

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,790–$10,410/mo (median $8,830)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Chicago prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.57; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.00; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 46.6%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 8
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-03-21
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-03-21Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-03-21Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2025-03-21Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-03-21Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-03-21Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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.

2025-03-21Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

2025-03-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-03-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library

Location

480 North Wolf Road, Northlake, IL

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Citadel at Casa Scalabrini

How much does Citadel at Casa Scalabrini cost?

Citadel at Casa Scalabrini does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Northlake, IL area typically runs $7,790–$10,410 per month (median $8,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Citadel at Casa Scalabrini's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Citadel at Casa Scalabrini 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Citadel at Casa Scalabrini?

Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Citadel at Casa Scalabrini?

Citadel at Casa Scalabrini has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Citadel at Casa Scalabrini have availability?

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Citadel at Casa Scalabrini offer?

Citadel at Casa Scalabrini in Northlake, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 229 beds.

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