The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village
659 East Jefferson Street, Freeport, IL 61032
The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village is a nursing home in Freeport, Illinois. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 1 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (815) 232-6181
- Last standard health inspection
- March 5, 2026 (8 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 124
- Residents per day, on average
- 94.5
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Citadel at Saint Joseph Village LLC
- Chain
- Citadel Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Illinois average (53 vs 38).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.7 to 3.3 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 2, 2025 from $23,100 to $15,015.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from March 18, 2025 from $14,505 to $14,731.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 11, 2024 from $14,788 to $15,004.
2 citations
Health inspection on April 22, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0627. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 30, 2026.
Citation F0800. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 30, 2026.
CMS update of March 25, 2026
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 12, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0755 4 times since 2024.
14 citations
Health inspection on March 5, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0550 4 times since 2024.
Citation F0759. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0759 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0805. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0805 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0809. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 5 times since 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 7 times since 2024.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0690 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
Citation F0694. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0694 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0695 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.
3 citations
Fire safety inspection on March 5, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0015. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 24, 2026.
Citation E0022. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 24, 2026.
Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 24, 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 11, 2024 from $22,750 to $14,788.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from March 18, 2025 from $22,315 to $14,505.
CMS update of January 14, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 13, 2024 from $12,048 to $12,581.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was ASCENSION SAINT JOSEPH VILLAGE.
1 citation
Health inspection on December 6, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0806. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 12, 2025.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0557 from the health inspection on April 23, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0211 from the fire safety inspection on December 18, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0222 from the fire safety inspection on December 18, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0223 from the fire safety inspection on December 18, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0321 from the fire safety inspection on December 18, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0351 from the fire safety inspection on December 18, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0353 from the fire safety inspection on December 18, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0374 from the fire safety inspection on December 18, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on September 2, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
362 of 664 Illinois homes (55%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 8, 2025.
Fine
September 2, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $15,015 on September 2, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 13, 2024 from $18,535 to $12,048.
3 citations
Health inspection on July 21, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 29, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 29, 2025.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 29, 2025.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 1, 2024 from $12,048 to $12,248.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 13, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 3, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 10, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 3, 2025.
4 citations
Health inspection on May 28, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 3, 2025.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 3, 2025.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 3, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 3, 2025.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 1, 2024 from $18,535 to $12,048.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 18, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
362 of 664 Illinois homes (55%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 8, 2025.
Fine
March 18, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $14,731 on March 18, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
7 citations
Health inspection on December 11, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
383 of 664 Illinois homes (58%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0694. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
Citation F0805. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0760 2 times since 2023.
Fine
December 11, 2024 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $15,004 on December 11, 2024.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 8, 2024 from $86,530 to $56,245.
CMS update of September 26, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from January 17, 2023 from $241,920 to $254,963.
2 citations
Health inspection on September 13, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
383 of 664 Illinois homes (58%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 24, 2024.
Citation F0744. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 24, 2024.
Fine
September 13, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $12,581 on September 13, 2024.
2 citations
Health inspection on August 1, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
383 of 664 Illinois homes (58%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Fine
August 1, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $12,248 on August 1, 2024.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
1 citation
Health inspection on May 21, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 4, 2024.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 23, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0557. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2024.
Payment stopped
March 9, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS stopped payment for new admissions from March 9, 2024, for 4 days.
8 citations
Health inspection on February 8, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
383 of 664 Illinois homes (58%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2024.
Citation F0660. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2024.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2024.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2024.
Fine
February 8, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $56,245 on February 8, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on November 9, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0887. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 23, 2023.
1 citation
Health inspection on November 1, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 20, 2023.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 10, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 27, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- AARON FAMILY INVESTMENT TRUST5% or greater direct ownership interest · 31% · since 10/01/2025
- GRAF, MARCELLADirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- GROSS, SHOSHANADirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- KROLL, GABRIELDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- NAGEL, STEVENDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- PROCTOR, KATHERINEDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- AARON, JONATHANOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- GRAF, MARCELLAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- PARENT, GEORGETTEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- ROBIN, JASONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
- TELLER, CHANANELOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/01/2025
Questions
When was The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village last inspected?
CMS lists March 5, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village have?
CMS lists 53 health citations since October 10, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village been fined?
CMS lists 6 fines in the past three years, $125,824 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.