Terraces at the Clare
55 East Pearson · Chicago, IL · 60611 · 3127848100
50 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Life Care Services Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
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: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.09 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.97 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.60 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 2, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F May 2, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 2, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F May 2, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected May 5, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 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 May 3, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 14, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 146141 · certified since August 31, 2010. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.