Avondale Estates of Elgin
1754-1760 Capital Street · Elgin, IL · 60124 · 8475316004
120 certified beds For profit - Individual
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.17 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.79 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 31% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $15,958 |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
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 July 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected May 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · K July 3, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 17, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected July 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 3, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 17, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 17, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 3, 2023 | Fine | $15,958 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 146181 · certified since January 5, 2017. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.