Avantara Lincoln Park
1366 West Fullerton Avenue · Chicago, IL · 60614 · 7732489300
248 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Legacy Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $101,225 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 6 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$101,225 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $144,593 |
Inspection citations (57 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G December 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 22, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected June 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · H April 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 7, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 7, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 7, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 7, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 7, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 7, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 7, 2024
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 June 27, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 7, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 7, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | Fine | $46,560 |
| April 23, 2025 | Fine | $54,665 |
| April 19, 2024 | Fine | $43,368 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145510 · certified since September 25, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.