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Montgomery Place

5550 South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637 · Cook County

Montgomery Place is one of the most respected retirement communities in Chicago, offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing rehab—all with vibrant entertainment and lifestyle options.

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Good

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 89% full (36 of 40 beds occupied on an average day).

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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Chicago

Montgomery Place is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Chicago, IL, with 40 certified beds and an average of about 36 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 3.82 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.84 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $19,752 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.82 hrs/resident/day)
•17 deficiencies at last survey

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 40
Avg. residents/day: 36
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 145748

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
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,710–$8,550/mo (median $6,050)	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: 3.82; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.84; National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey): 17
Federal fines: 2 ($19,752)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2024-11-15
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2026-02-15Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2025-04-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2024-11-15Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2024-11-15Severity 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.

2024-11-15Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2024-11-15Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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
2024-02-20	Fine	$4,938
2024-01-30	Fine	$14,814

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments

Location

5550 South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Google

3.5

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Common questions about Montgomery Place

How much does Montgomery Place cost?

Montgomery Place 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 Montgomery Place's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Montgomery Place 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Montgomery Place?

Staff provide about 3.82 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Montgomery Place?

Montgomery Place has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Montgomery Place have availability?

Typically 89% full (36 of 40 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Montgomery Place offer?

Montgomery Place in Chicago, IL offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 40 beds.

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