Lindengrove Waukesha
425 N University Dr · Waukesha, WI · 53188 · 2625246400
61 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
73% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.87 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.86 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.57 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 73% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $39,621 |
Inspection citations (47 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 25, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2025
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2025
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2025
Provide training in compliance and ethics.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 11, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2024
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 11, 2024
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected July 10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2024 | Fine | $39,621 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 525422 · certified since February 24, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.