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Aspyre of Waukegan

1615 Sunset Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087

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Aspyre of Waukegan is a nursing home in Waukegan, 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.

At a glance

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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CMS flags

CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

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.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.2 to 2.8 hours per resident per day.

  2. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Name

      CMS lists a new name for this home. It was THE TERRACE.

    • Ownership

      CMS lists this home under a new chain.

  3. CMS update of June 24, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  4. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  5. Health inspection on April 13, 2026

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    80 of 664 Illinois homes (12%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.

    CMS fine of $26,720 on April 13, 2026.

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    • Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 April 16, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2024.

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  6. March 20, 2026

    Payment stopped

    CMS stopped payment for new admissions from March 20, 2026, for 10 days.

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  7. Health inspection on February 25, 2026

    12 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    80 of 664 Illinois homes (12%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.

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    • Citation F0684. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 30, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0684 3 times since 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 30, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 30, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 4 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0688. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2026.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 30, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2025.

    • 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 30, 2026.

    • Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2026.

    • Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2026.

    • 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 30, 2026.

    • Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2026.

    • 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 March 30, 2026.

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  8. Fire safety inspection on February 25, 2026

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation E0026. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for E0026 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 16, 2026.

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  9. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  10. Health inspection on December 31, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 January 16, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0755 2 times since 2025.

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  11. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0684 from the health inspection on December 11, 2024.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0689 from the health inspection on December 11, 2024.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0777 from the health inspection on December 11, 2024.

  12. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  13. Health inspection on June 23, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 June 27, 2025.

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  14. CMS update of May 28, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  15. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0161 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0223 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0232 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0271 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0321 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0351 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0363 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0372 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0374 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

    • Fire safety citation

      CMS removed citation K0541 from the fire safety inspection on January 15, 2025.

  16. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • CMS abuse icon

      CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.

  17. Health inspection on January 10, 2025

    8 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 February 7, 2025.

    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.

    • 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 February 7, 2025.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 February 7, 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 February 7, 2025.

    • 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 February 7, 2025.

    • Citation F0808. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.

    • 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 February 7, 2025.

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  18. Health inspection on December 11, 2024

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 December 20, 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 20, 2024.

    • Citation F0777. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 20, 2024.

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  19. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 2.7 to 2.4 hours per resident per day.

  20. CMS update of August 29, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from September 26, 2023 from $106,873 to $108,887.

  21. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  22. Health inspection on July 30, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0563. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 14, 2024.

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  23. CMS update of May 29, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from September 26, 2023 from $164,420 to $106,873.

  24. Health inspection on February 28, 2024

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 22, 2024.

    • Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 22, 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 March 22, 2024.

    • 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 March 22, 2024.

    • Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 22, 2024.

    • Citation F0732. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Post nurse staffing information every day.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 22, 2024.

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  25. Fire safety inspection on February 28, 2024

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation E0023. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.

    • Citation E0026. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.

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  26. Health inspection on January 31, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0600 3 times since 2023.

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  27. Health inspection on November 7, 2023

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2023.

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  28. Health inspection on November 1, 2023

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2023.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(847) 244-6700
Last standard health inspection
February 25, 2026 (8 months ago)
Certified beds
115
Residents per day, on average
76
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Laureate Terrace Operations LLC
Chain
Aliya Healthcare
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

Fewer health citations than the Illinois average (36 vs 38).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Aspyre of Waukegan last inspected?

CMS lists February 25, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Aspyre of Waukegan have?

CMS lists 36 health citations since November 1, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Aspyre of Waukegan been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $26,720 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Aspyre of Waukegan?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Aspyre of Waukegan a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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