nursing home in Princeton, IL
Goldwater Care Princeton
515 Bureau Valley Parkway, Princeton, IL 61356 · (815) 875-3347
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Goldwater Care Princeton at a glance
Goldwater Care Princeton is a 92-bed for-profit nursing home in Princeton, Illinois (Bureau County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Illinois average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 2.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 15, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.4% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 92
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Goldwater Care
- Medicare-certified since
- January 28, 1982
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bureau County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145437
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 2.75 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.39 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.83 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.61 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.4% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 6 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 60 | 143 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 92 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 77 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.8% | 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) | 3.2% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 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) | 0.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.9% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.7% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 13% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 70% | 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) | 22.7% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.8% | 20.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.4% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 51.6% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 69.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 13, 2026 Complaint | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2026 |
| July 13, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2026 |
| July 13, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Complaint | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| August 15, 2025 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 4, 2025 |
| August 15, 2025 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 27, 2025 |
| August 15, 2025 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 27, 2025 |
| July 15, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 June 28, 2024 |
| June 13, 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 June 28, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 29, 2024 |
| June 13, 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 June 29, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 June 14, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 July 3, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 13, 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 June 28, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 June 27, 2024 |
| October 13, 2023 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 18, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| September 20, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 22, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 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 July 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 21, 2023 |
| June 29, 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 July 21, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 515 BUREAU VALLEY PKWY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/2025 |
| ACI EQUITIES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| AHEARN, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| COX, DEANNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| CURIS SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| DAVID A BERKOWITZ DELTA TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| GOLDWATER CARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/2025 |
| HTI INVESTOR GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| JACK YOLINSKY REVOCABLE TRUST AGREEMENT DATED 2/18/11 Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| KAHAN, JEROME Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| KATZENSTEIN, MEIR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MUNSON, CHI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| ROBIN MILLER REVOCABLE TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| SAHRA AND DOV SEGAL Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| STACHOWIAK, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| TAZ EQUITIES Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| TUROFSKY, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| TVERSKY, AARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| WILHELM, NAFTALI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| YCD GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| YOSEF MEYSTEL DELTA TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| KATZENSTEIN, MEIR Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| TVERSKY, AARON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| FRANKEL, FREDERICK Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/11/2025 |
| SALAMON, ISRAEL Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2025 |
| SALAMON, MARK Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2025 |
| SALAMON, NATHANIEL Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2025 |
| SIMON, DAVID Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2025 |
| COX, DEANNA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| STACHOWIAK, MELISSA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| AHEARN, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| COX, DEANNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| GOLDWATER CARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| KATZENSTEIN, MEIR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MUNSON, CHI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| TUROFSKY, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| TVERSKY, AARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| WILHELM, NAFTALI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Goldwater Care Princeton's rating?
Goldwater Care Princeton has 1 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 Goldwater Care Princeton receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Goldwater Care Princeton 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 Goldwater Care Princeton?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Goldwater Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Goldwater Care Princeton and how do I contact it?
Goldwater Care Princeton is at 515 Bureau Valley Parkway, Princeton, IL 61356. Phone: (815) 875-3347.
About this data
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