Admiral at the Lake, the

Nursing Home · Chicago, IL

CMS overall rating 4/5 Non profit - Corporation

CMS certification number146165

Contact & location

933 West Foster Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640
Cook County
Phone
(773) 654-5121
ZIP code
60640 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
36
Residents per day
28.4 (79% occupied)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Legal name
Admiral at the Lake
Medicare certified since
October 1, 2013
Participates in
Medicare
Continuing care
Part of a continuing care retirement community
Council
Both council

CMS star ratings

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

Staffing

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

Total nurse staffing
4.45 (state 3.45 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.04 (state 0.72 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.70 (state 0.64 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.71 (state 2.09 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.98 (state 3.08 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
15.2 (state 44.5 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
42.9 (state 41.8 · U.S. 42.9)%

Inspections

Last standard inspection
March 5, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
6.0 (state 12.5 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
25 health · 16 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-03-05 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		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-19
2026-03-05 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-19
2026-03-05 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 2026-03-19
2026-03-05 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 2026-03-19
2026-03-05 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-19
2026-03-05 Post nurse staffing information every day.
F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-19
2025-06-06 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		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2025-06-26
2025-06-06 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-06-26
2025-01-24 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-07
2025-01-24 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		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-07
2025-01-24 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-07
2025-01-24 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		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-07
2025-01-24 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-07
2025-01-24 Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-07
2025-01-24 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-07
2024-02-09 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		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 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 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
F0805 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01
2024-02-09 Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
F0813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-03-01

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

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Dittmer, Helen (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Mizuno, Eric (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Bensen, Kate (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Bhandari, Justin (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Boike, Kim (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Braier, Chris (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Campbell, Toya (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Daw, Shari (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Farmer, Nicholas (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Howe, Jonathan (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
McKee, Laura (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Shields, Jordan (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Smith, Toni (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Taylor, Jackie (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Wackerle, Fred (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Wetmore, Carol (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Geigler, Nadia (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Keegan, Erika (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Zielinski, Richard (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Dittmer, Helen (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Geigler, Nadia (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Mizuno, Eric (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Admiral at the Lake, the?

Admiral at the Lake, the has a 4-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 Admiral at the Lake, the have?

It has 36 certified beds and cares for about 28 residents per day.

Has Admiral at the Lake, the been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Admiral at the Lake, the?

(773) 654-5121. The facility is located at 933 West Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640.

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