nursing home in Chicago, IL
Terraces at the Clare
55 East Pearson, Chicago, IL 60611 · (312) 784-8100
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Terraces at the Clare at a glance
Terraces at the Clare is a 50-bed for-profit nursing home in Chicago, Illinois (Cook 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 5 hours of nursing care per day (1.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 2, 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 36.7% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Individual
- Beds
- 50
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Services
- Medicare-certified since
- August 31, 2010
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cook County
- CMS Certification Number
- 146141
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.96 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.94 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.65 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.50 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.7% | 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) | 1 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 50 | 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 | 50 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 45 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.4% | 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) | 6.1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 16.3% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.4% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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) | 5.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.8% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.1% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.9% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Average |
| 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) | 4.4% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.2% | 20.6% | 19% | Worse |
| 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
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.2% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 69.7% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2026 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 28, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 27, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 2, 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 May 15, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 23, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| May 2, 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 May 16, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| April 11, 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 April 12, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 25, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 20, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 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 April 22, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 3, 2024 |
| October 14, 2023 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 October 31, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 21, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 16, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CLARE PARTNERS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/20/2019 |
| LCS THE CLARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/20/2019 |
| PEARSON STREET PARTNERS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/20/2019 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/11/2025 |
| LINDQUIST, LEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2025 |
| STEINFELD, LIZA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| RUSBOLDT, MONICA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2019 |
| LCS MANAGEMENT HOLDING COMPANY LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2019 |
| MCCARTHY GROUP LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2021 |
| BIRD, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2024 |
| LAHEY, DANIEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2019 |
| SHAW, GELYNNA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2024 |
| UHLEMANN, BRIDGETTE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2024 |
| VICTOR, JASON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2019 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2019 |
| LINDQUIST, LEE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2024 |
| RUSBOLDT, MONICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2019 |
| STEINFELD, LIZA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/17/2022 |
| VICTOR, JASON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Terraces at the Clare's rating?
Terraces at the Clare 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 Terraces at the Clare 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 Terraces at the Clare 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 Terraces at the Clare?
It is for profit - individual and part of Life Care Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Terraces at the Clare and how do I contact it?
Terraces at the Clare is at 55 East Pearson, Chicago, IL 60611. Phone: (312) 784-8100.
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.