Alta Rehab at Wauconda
176 Thomas Court · Wauconda, IL · 60084 · 8475265551
149 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Aperion Care
Why this verdict
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 74 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.04 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.12 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.62 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $7,443 |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected February 4, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 17, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G September 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
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.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
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.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected February 2, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected December 12, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F November 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 12, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G July 26, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected July 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 26, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G July 20, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected July 21, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 16, 2022
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected July 11, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 16, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 8, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| July 20, 2023 | Fine | $7,443 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145887 · certified since August 1, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.