nursing home in Pontiac, IL
Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home
1225 South Ewing Drive, Pontiac, IL 61764 · (815) 844-5121
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home at a glance
Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home is a 90-bed for-profit nursing home in Pontiac, Illinois (Livingston County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Illinois average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 16, 2024) found 14 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 43.3% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 90
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Goldwater Care
- Medicare-certified since
- August 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Livingston County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145930
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.24 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.27 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.19 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.91 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.3% | 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) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 14 | 12 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 90 | 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) | 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 | 90 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 85 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.9% | 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) | 6.4% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.3% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.4% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 12.3% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.6% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.1% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 97.1% | 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) | 26.8% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.2% | 20.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 88.2% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.3% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 67% | 69.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 33 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 29, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| June 29, 2026 Complaint | 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 30, 2026 |
| June 29, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| August 20, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 21, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 Complaint | 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 21, 2025 |
| August 20, 2025 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 August 21, 2025 |
| November 25, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2024 |
| November 25, 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 December 2, 2024 |
| November 25, 2024 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 December 2, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 26, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 7, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 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 May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | 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 May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| May 16, 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 May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 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 May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 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 May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| September 27, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 29, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 15, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 8, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| July 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 August 7, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| July 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 August 7, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 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 August 7, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 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 August 7, 2023 |
| July 28, 2023 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 7, 2023 |
| August 12, 2022 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 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 August 24, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 24, 2022 |
| August 12, 2022 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 August 24, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1225 S EWING DRIVE, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2025 |
| CURIS SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| DEVAULT, DIANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| GOLDWATER CARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/28/2025 |
| KATZENSTEIN, MEIR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| MAYS, ERIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| STACHOWIAK, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| TVERSKY, AARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| WILHELM, NAFTALI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| YOSEF MEYSTEL DECLARATION OF TR OF YOSEF MEYSTEL TTEE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| ZAFAR, MUHAMMAD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| KATZENSTEIN, MEIR Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| TVERSKY, AARON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| DAVID A BERKOWITZ REVOC TR DAVID BERKOWITZ TTEE Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| BERKOWITZ, DAVID Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2025 |
| MEYSTEL, YOSEF Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2025 |
| DEVAULT, DIANA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| STACHOWIAK, MELISSA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| DEVAULT, DIANA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| GOLDWATER CARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| KATZENSTEIN, MEIR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| MAYS, ERIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| TUROFSKY, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| TVERSKY, AARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| WILHELM, NAFTALI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| ZAFAR, MUHAMMAD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home's rating?
Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home has 2 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 Pontiac Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home 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 Pontiac Nursing Home?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Goldwater Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home is at 1225 South Ewing Drive, Pontiac, IL 61764. Phone: (815) 844-5121.
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.