nursing home in Downers Grove, IL

Oak Trace

250 Village Drive, Downers Grove, IL 60516 · (630) 769-6200

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★5
  • CMS high performer

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Oak Trace at a glance

Oak Trace is a 104-bed non-profit nursing home in Downers Grove, Illinois (Du Page County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Illinois average of 2.5.

Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (1.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 20, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Illinois average is 12.5.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $13,780.

Nursing staff turnover is 39.3% per year (state average 44.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
104
Certified for
Medicare
Chain / affiliated entity
Lifespace Communities
Medicare-certified since
September 1, 1994
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Du Page County
CMS Certification Number
145804

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.5 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.1 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.4 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 52.5 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility4.30 hrsIllinois average3.45 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)4.30 hrs3.45 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.57 hrs0.72 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.59 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.84 hrs3.07 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)39.3%44.5%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)17.1%41.8%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)101Worse

Inspections

This facility1Illinois average12U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1129Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)053Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)2914380.6Better

Penalties

This facility1Illinois average2U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)121Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$13,780$111,013$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)131Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds104128107
Average residents per day1019586
Occupancy97.5%75%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.1%Illinois average3.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)4.1%3.1%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.2%4.8%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)9.9%21.7%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.5%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.3%0.9%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)8.6%13.4%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)14.2%14.3%14.1%Average
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)8.9%6.3%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)1.7%54.2%12.8%Better
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)2.9%18.3%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)15.5%20.6%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%91.8%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%90.3%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0.3%Illinois average2.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.3%2.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)89.9%63.1%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)97.2%69.7%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 20, 2026
Fire safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 8, 2026
March 20, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 22, 2026
March 20, 2026
Fire safety
Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0754
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 8, 2026
March 20, 2026
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 8, 2026
March 20, 2026
Fire safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 20, 2026
March 20, 2026
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 March 25, 2026
January 17, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 30, 2025
January 17, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 29, 2025
January 17, 2025
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 29, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2025
January 17, 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 February 3, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 3, 2025
January 17, 2025
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 3, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2025
January 17, 2025
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 February 3, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2025
January 17, 2025
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 February 3, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 3, 2025
May 20, 2024
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected June 4, 2024
February 16, 2024
Fire safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 6, 2024
February 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 6, 2024
February 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 7, 2024
February 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 22, 2024
February 16, 2024
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 22, 2024
February 16, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 5, 2024
February 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 1, 2024
February 16, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 8, 2024
February 16, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 8, 2024
February 16, 2024
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 March 8, 2024
February 16, 2024
Standard
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 8, 2024
February 16, 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 March 8, 2024

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 $13,780 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
January 17, 2025Fine$13,780

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
LIFESPACE COMMUNITIES INC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%01/30/2018
BLACKFORD, GARY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2021
DARKEY-HRINYA, JOYCE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/29/2018
DUTRA, ANA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/29/2018
FIELDS, VENITA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/29/2018
JENSEN, CLAUS
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE04/26/2023
MCDONOUGH, AMY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE04/26/2023
SALAMINO, JENIFER
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE04/26/2023
SOKEYE, JONATHAN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2021
SPANGLER, PATRICK
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/29/2018
STRETCH, CLYDE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE04/26/2023
WILLIAMS, DAVID
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2021
YANOFSKY, NEAL
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/29/2018
GORMAN, JOSEPH
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/26/2022
HARSHFIELD, NICHOLAS
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2020
JANTZEN, JESSE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2020
KRESSE, NIKKI
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE04/19/2021
POPE, ERIN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/25/2022
LIFESPACE COMMUNITIES INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/30/2018
KARL, COURTNEY
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE04/04/2022

Other nursing homes near Oak Trace

  1. Bria of Westmont

    6501 South Cass, Westmont, IL 60559 · under 1 mi

    For-profit · 215 beds · Part of Bria Health Services

    ★★★★★1Much below average
  2. Burgess Square Healthcare Ctr

    5801 South Cass Avenue, Westmont, IL 60559 · 1.4 mi

    For-profit · 203 beds

    ★★★★★4Above average
  3. Chateau Nrsg & Rehab Center

    7050 Madison Street, Willowbrook, IL 60521 · 3 mi

    For-profit · 150 beds · Part of Extended Care Clinical

    ★★★★★2Below average
  4. Eden Vista Burr Ridge

    6801 Highgrove Boulevard, Burr Ridge, IL 60527 · 3.2 mi

    For-profit · 29 beds

    ★★★★★4Above average
  5. Oakwood Rehab and Nursing Center

    512 East Ogden Avenue, Westmont, IL 60559 · 3.4 mi

    For-profit · 149 beds · Part of Atied Associates

    • Abuse citation
    ★★★★★1Much below average
  6. Pearl of Hinsdale, the

    600 West Ogden Avenue, Hinsdale, IL 60521 · 4.1 mi

    For-profit · 202 beds · Part of Pearl Healthcare

    ★★★★★4Above average

All nursing homes in Downers Grove, IL · Compare side by side

Frequently asked questions

What is Oak Trace's rating?

Oak Trace has 5 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 Oak Trace receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Oak Trace accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Oak Trace?

It is non profit - corporation and part of Lifespace Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Oak Trace and how do I contact it?

Oak Trace is at 250 Village Drive, Downers Grove, IL 60516. Phone: (630) 769-6200.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.