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Wauconda Care

176 Thomas Court, Wauconda, IL 60084

Nursing Home
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $7,398

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $7,289
  • Average State Price: $8,401
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Wauconda Care Description

    Wauconda Care is a community that offers nursing care and is located in the town of Wauconda, Illinois. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.7 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    8.2
    Wauconda Care
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 99 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 2 communities in Wauconda
  • Ranking in State: 750 out of 1473 communities in IL
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Many reviews highlight the excellent care and services provided at Wauconda Care, with specific praise for the cleanliness of the facility, the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, and the effectiveness of the therapy and rehab departments. Families and residents have expressed gratitude for the attentive and compassionate care received, contributing to positive recovery experiences and overall satisfaction.

    However, some reviews express concerns and dissatisfaction with aspects of the facility, including room conditions, staff behavior, and the adequacy of care provided. These reviews mention issues such as unclean and poorly lit rooms, misdiagnoses, and a lack of personalized attention to residents' needs. Concerns about the facility's infrastructure, such as parking and accessibility features, were also noted.

    Despite these mixed reviews, many families have shared stories of successful rehabilitation and pleasant stays, emphasizing the facility's commitment to resident care and the positive impact of its services on their loved ones' health and well-being. The facility's efforts to maintain a clean and welcoming environment, along with the dedication of its staff, have been appreciated by many residents and their families.


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    Health

    Therapists

    Rehabilitation center

    Pain management

    Specialized care

    Short-term rehabilitation

    Pulmonary rehabilitation


    Services

    Concierge service

    Dry cleaning


    Community Amenities

    Spa

    Gardens

    Business center


    Dining

    Therapeutic diets

    Nutritional counseling

    Snacks



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 5
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Aug. 1, 1996
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 135
    Total current residents: 121
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 1
    Number of substantiated complaints: 2
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-06-30 2022-07-22 F Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2022-06-30 2022-08-20 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2022-06-30 2022-07-25 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2022-06-30 2022-07-14 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-06-30 2022-07-01 F Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2022-06-30 2022-07-18 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
    2022-06-30 2022-07-21 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2022-06-30 2022-07-22 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
    2022-06-30 2022-07-08 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2022-06-30 2022-07-22 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
    2021-04-14 2021-04-22 F Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2021-04-14 2021-04-20 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2021-04-14 2021-04-20 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2021-04-14 2021-05-22 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
    2021-04-14 2021-04-20 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2019-09-24 2019-09-26 E Egress Deficiencies Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    2019-09-24 2019-09-27 E Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2019-09-24 2019-09-25 E Smoke Deficiencies Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
    2019-09-24 2019-09-25 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-03 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-08 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-08 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2019-09-24 2019-09-25 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2019-09-24 2019-09-27 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-08 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-06-16 2022-07-11 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
    2022-06-16 2022-07-08 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-06-16 2022-07-08 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2022-06-16 2022-07-11 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2022-06-16 2022-07-08 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-12-07 2021-12-12 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-10-27 2021-11-01 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-04-07 2021-04-20 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
    2021-04-07 2021-04-20 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2021-04-07 2021-04-20 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2021-04-07 2021-04-19 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies 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.
    2019-09-18 2019-10-10 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2019-09-18 2019-10-10 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2019-09-18 2019-10-10 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Wauconda which is 0.5 miles away and has a population of 13,814 (small town).
    • The average income is $86,448, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 77
      • Low Temperature: 25
      • Average Temperature: 51.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 148 days of rain, 49 days of snow and 167 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.4 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 0.83 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.16 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 0.21 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.04 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.18 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 170.0, Moderate Days 39.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 2.0, Unhealthy Days 1.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    3 Amigas
    0.0 miles away
    Jewel-Osco
    0.4 miles away
    Island Foods
    2.6 miles away
    Woodman's
    4.6 miles away
    Woodman's Food
    4.6 miles away

    Transportation

    Fox River Grove
    5.4 miles away
    Cary
    5.8 miles away
    Barrington
    7.2 miles away
    Round Lake
    7.4 miles away
    Grayslake
    7.6 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Main & Greenwood
    7.3 miles away
    Belvidere & Gage
    7.5 miles away
    Hawley & Seymour
    7.5 miles away
    Pioneer Center
    7.6 miles away
    Route 45 & Dunbar
    7.6 miles away

    Banks

    Fifth Third Bank
    0.2 miles away
    Wauconda Community Bank
    0.2 miles away
    Chase
    0.2 miles away
    PNC Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Blackhawk Bank
    2.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
    4.1 miles away
    Advocate Good Shepard Hospital
    4.3 miles away
    Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois
    6.6 miles away
    Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital
    7.9 miles away
    Northwestern Medicine Grayslake Outpatient Center
    8.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Value Plus Pharmacy
    0.2 miles away
    Walgreens
    0.4 miles away
    Wauconda Pharmacy
    0.5 miles away
    Walgreens Pharmacy
    6.0 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    6.7 miles away

    Dentists

    Kimes & Bohl Dental Center
    0.2 miles away
    Northwest Dental
    0.3 miles away
    Lakeside Dental
    3.2 miles away
    Hawthorn Woods Family Dental Care
    4.7 miles away
    Diamond Dental Service
    5.6 miles away

    Parks

    Osage Park
    0.2 miles away
    Memorial Park
    0.4 miles away
    Homer T. Cook Memorial Park
    0.8 miles away
    Larkdale Park
    0.9 miles away
    Lake County
    1.2 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Wonder Lake Bible Church
    14.8 miles away
    BAPS SwamiNarayan Sanstha Temple
    21.8 miles away

    Shopping

    Sweet Water Mill Mall
    10.1 miles away
    Jacksoneye
    11.9 miles away
    Algonquin Commons
    11.9 miles away
    Spring Hill Mall
    12.8 miles away
    Spring Hill Fashion Corner
    12.9 miles away

    Culture

    Grayslake Park Amphitheater
    8.5 miles away
    Raue Center For the Arts
    8.8 miles away
    Cutting Hall
    11.2 miles away
    Marriott Theater
    12.1 miles away
    Marriott Theatre
    12.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    El Manantial
    0.1 miles away
    Panda Chinese
    0.4 miles away
    Honey Hill Coffee Company
    0.4 miles away
    Slyce
    0.4 miles away
    Middleton's on Main
    0.5 miles away

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