Quick answers
- Where is Lee Manor?
- 1301 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL 60018, in Cook County, Illinois.
- What is the phone number of Lee Manor?
- (847) 635-4000, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Lee Manor?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Lee Manor been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $36,875 and 1 payment denial.
- What did inspectors find at Lee Manor?
- In its last three inspection cycles (March 22, 2024 to July 17, 2026), Medicare lists 12 health citations; the most serious was level G. 4 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (March 22, 2024 to July 17, 2026), Lee Manor had 12 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 4 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $36,875 in total (1 fine, the latest on July 17, 2026) and had 1 Medicare payment denial. Nurse staffing is 3.21 hours per resident per day; the Illinois average is 3.47 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: July 17, 2026 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 27, 2026 (complaint investigation); July 17, 2026 (complaint investigation); July 17, 2026 (standard health inspection).
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 2 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0677 Level E
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: April 18, 2025 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 19, 2024 (complaint investigation); April 18, 2025 (standard health inspection).
F0686 Level G
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0692 Level G
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 5 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0685 Level D
“Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.”
F0700 Level D
“Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0732 Level C
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Earlier cycle: March 22, 2024 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: March 22, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (6)
E0026 Level F
“Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.”
E0037 Level F
“Establish staff and initial training requirements.”
E0015 Level F
“Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.”
E0022 Level F
“Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.”
E0039 Level F
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
E0041 Level F
“Implement emergency and standby power systems.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $36,875 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| July 17, 2026 | Fine | $36,875 |
| April 18, 2025 | Payment denial | from May 11, 2025, 29 days |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Illinois | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.98 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.29 | 0.64 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.94 | 2.12 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.21 | 3.47 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.88 | 3.08 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.73 | 0.55 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 26.1% | 43.7% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 25.6% | 41.5% | 42.5% |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Seneca Nursing Home, Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorothy Vangel QSS Trust | Direct owner | 68% | October 19, 2007 |
| Dorothy Vangel QSS Trust | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | October 19, 2007 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 262 |
| Average residents per day | 203.8 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Legal business name | Seneca Nursing Home, Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1979-06-04 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 1301 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL 60018 |
| County | Cook County |
| State | Illinois |
| Phone | (847) 635‑4000 |
| CMS Certification Number | 145382 |
| Name in Medicare records | LEE MANOR |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Elevate Care Des Plaines0.6 mi · Des Plaines, IL · 2 of 5 stars
- Alden Des Plaines Rehab & HC1.7 mi · Des Plaines, IL · 5 of 5 stars
- Ascension Nazarethville Place1.9 mi · Des Plaines, IL · 5 of 5 stars
- Rivaya Care of Des Plaines2.1 mi · Des Plaines, IL · 1 of 5 stars
- The Pearl of Des Plaines2.4 mi · Des Plaines, IL · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Advocate Lutheran General Hospital2.8 mi · Park Ridge, IL · Acute Care Hospital
- AMITA Health Resurrection Medical Center5.1 mi · Chicago, IL · Acute Care Hospital
- Northwest Community Hospital 15.7 mi · Arlington Heights, IL · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13