Westminster Place
Scout 100Evanston, IL · 105 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Evanston's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,790–$10,410/mo
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Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr
7618 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60626 · Cook County
Discover Lakefront Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for expert, compassionate care in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and mental health services
70
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (92 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Chicago
Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Chicago, IL, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 92 residents per day. It operates as part of the Legacy Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 7.7%, 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, and 1 federal fine totaling $13,729 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (2.35 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Chicago for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 92
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Legacy Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 145235
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 2.35
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.78
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 7.7%
- 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
- 1 ($13,729)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-01
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (30 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-01Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2025-05-01Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2025-05-01Severity D — 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.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-09-22 | Fine | $13,729 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
7618 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr
How much does Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr cost?
Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Chicago, 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 Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr?
Staff provide about 2.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 7.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr?
Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr has 30 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr have availability?
Typically 93% full (92 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr offer?
Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr in Chicago, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Chicago.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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