Fair Havens Senior Living

Nursing Home · Decatur, IL

CMS overall rating 1/5 SFF candidate Abuse citation For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number145422
CMS lists this nursing home as a Special Focus Facility candidate – one of the lowest-performing nursing homes in its state based on inspection history.
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).

Contact & location

1790 South Fairview Avenue
Decatur, IL 62521
Macon County
Phone
(217) 429-2551
ZIP code
62521 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
154
Residents per day
91.6 (59% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Fair Havens Senior Living LLC
Medicare certified since
July 1, 1981
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.5
Health inspections★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.1
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.0
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 5/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.73 (state 3.45 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.30 (state 0.72 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.96 (state 0.64 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.47 (state 2.09 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.17 (state 3.08 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
51.9 (state 44.5 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
57.1 (state 41.8 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
December 10, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
33.0 (state 12.5 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
24
Citations on record (3 years)
75 health · 5 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-06-14 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-06-15
2026-06-14 Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
F0808 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-06-15
2026-05-29 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-06-01
2026-05-29 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-06-01
2026-05-01 Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
F0925 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-05-11
2026-03-25 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-26
2026-02-06 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Corrected 2026-02-10
2026-02-06 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-02-10
2025-12-10 Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
F0557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2026-02-10
2025-12-10 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
F0575 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 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.
F0809 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
F0602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-12
2025-12-10 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-12
2025-12-10 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-10 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.
F0693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-12
2025-12-10 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-02 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-03
2025-12-02 Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
F0839 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-03
2025-12-02 Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
F0925 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-03
2025-12-02 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-03
2025-12-02 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-03
2025-12-02 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-02 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-03
2025-12-02 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-02 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-02-10
2025-12-02 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-11
2025-12-02 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-12-03
2025-09-02 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-09-03
2025-08-13 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2025-08-14
2025-08-13 Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
F0557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-14
2025-08-13 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-14
2025-08-13 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-08-14
2025-06-04 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-05
2025-06-04 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-05
2025-06-04 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-05
2025-06-04 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-05
2025-06-04 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-06-05
2025-02-14 Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-02-15
2024-12-28 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2024-12-29
2024-12-28 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-12-29
2024-12-28 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-12-29
2024-12-18 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-12-19
2024-12-18 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-12-19
2024-12-18 Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
F0850 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection
F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-12-19

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

5 penalties in the last three years, including $277,416 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-12-02Payment Denial69 days payment denial
2025-12-02Fine$131,715
2025-08-13Fine$79,817
2024-06-24Fine$53,657
2024-03-21Fine$12,227

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Senior Living Holdings LLC (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Atru LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 5%
Bensenville Holdings LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 48%
Lhch LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 48%
Truhlar, Susan (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Kern, John (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Fair Havens Senior Living?

Fair Havens Senior Living has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.5-star average in Illinois.

How many beds does Fair Havens Senior Living have?

It has 154 certified beds and cares for about 92 residents per day.

Has Fair Havens Senior Living been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 5 penalties totaling $277,416 in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Fair Havens Senior Living?

(217) 429-2551. The facility is located at 1790 South Fairview Avenue, Decatur, IL 62521.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.