nursing home in Saint Charles, IL
Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC
611 Allen Lane, Saint Charles, IL 60174 · (630) 377-2211
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC at a glance
Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Saint Charles, Illinois (Kane County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Illinois average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 26, 2025) found 16 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $9,110.
Nursing staff turnover is 49.4% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 31, 1981
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Kane County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145433
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.25 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.12 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.85 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.22 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 49.4% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.5% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 16 | 12 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 118 | 143 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $9,110 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 93 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 77.6% | 75% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.3% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 29.3% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.6% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.5% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 96.8% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 41.4% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.2% | 20.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.8% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 64% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 83.4% | 69.7% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 38 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2026 |
| April 24, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| April 21, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| March 21, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 23, 2026 |
| March 21, 2026 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 23, 2026 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | 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. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| August 25, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0776 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| August 25, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2024 |
| March 17, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 22, 2023 |
| October 25, 2023 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $9,110 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 21, 2026 | Fine | $9,110 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOROS GENERATION TRUST U/A/D 1/3/12 Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 43% | 08/31/2018 |
| GPN FAMILY TRUST U/A/D 4/28/08 Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 43% | 08/31/2018 |
| OAKWAY OPERATIONS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 15% | 08/31/2018 |
| GPN FAMILY TRUST U/A/D 4/28/08 Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2018 |
| LEGACY HEALTHCARE FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2018 |
| SHABAT, MENACHEM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2018 |
| KEPKA, JACLYN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC's rating?
Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Illinois nursing homes is 2.5 stars.
How many inspection citations did Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC and how do I contact it?
Alpine Care of St. Charles LLC is at 611 Allen Lane, Saint Charles, IL 60174. Phone: (630) 377-2211.
About this data
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