Alden Estates of Barrington
1420 South Barrington Road · Barrington, IL · 60010 · 8473826664
150 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: The Alden Network
Why this verdict
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.05 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.80 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.41 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $18,395 |
Inspection citations (17 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G December 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G December 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2023
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.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 18, 2023
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.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected September 4, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 5, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2022
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected October 5, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2022
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 5, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 15, 2022
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected October 5, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 15, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 5, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 15, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 5, 2022 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 18, 2023 | Fine | $18,395 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145557 · certified since February 11, 1986. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.