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Nursing home

Terraces at the Clare

Chicago, Illinois · Cook County

  • 55 East Pearson, Chicago, IL 60611 · Directions
  • (312) 784‑8100
  • Medicare overall rating: 5 of 5 starsMedicare overall rating
  • Ownership: For profit – individual
  • 11 health citations in its last 3 inspection cycles (most serious: level F). See the inspection record

Summary

Terraces at the Clare is a Medicare-certified nursing home in Chicago, Illinois, with 50 certified beds. Medicare overall rating: 5 of 5 stars. Most recent standard health inspection: 2025-05-02, with 7 health deficiencies. Ownership: for profit – individual. Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information, data updated 2026-10-01.

What is a nursing home?

A nursing home (skilled nursing facility) gives 24-hour nursing care and help with daily activities. Some people stay for a short time to recover after a hospital stay (rehabilitation); others live there long term. The homes listed here are certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid and inspected by the state.

Official Medicare data

Everything on this page comes from Medicare (CMS) data updated 2026-10-01. It is information, not a recommendation. Call the nursing home and visit before you decide, and talk with your doctor.

In a medical emergency, call 911.

At a glance

Medicare overall rating: 5 of 5 starsMedicare overall rating
50Certified beds
Health inspections: 4 of 5 starsHealth inspections

Quick answers

Where is Terraces at the Clare?
55 East Pearson, Chicago, IL 60611, in Cook County, Illinois.
What is the phone number of Terraces at the Clare?
(312) 784-8100, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
What is the Medicare star rating of Terraces at the Clare?
Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Has Terraces at the Clare been fined?
Medicare lists no fines for Terraces at the Clare.
What did inspectors find at Terraces at the Clare?
In its last three inspection cycles (May 25, 2023 to August 9, 2026), Medicare lists 11 health citations; the most serious was level F. 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.

Overall rating
Overall rating: 5 of 5 stars
Medicare’s summary of the three ratings below, from 1 star (much below average) to 5 stars (much above average).
Health inspections
Health inspections: 4 of 5 stars
Based on state health inspections and complaint investigations of about the last three years, compared with other nursing homes in the same state.
Staffing
Staffing: 5 of 5 stars
Based on how many hours nurses and aides spend with each resident per day (from payroll records) and how often staff leave.
Quality of resident care
Quality of resident care: 5 of 5 stars
Based on how residents do on measures such as falls with injury, pressure sores, getting better at moving around and going back to the hospital.
Short-stay residents (rehab)
Short-stay residents (rehab): 5 of 5 stars
Quality rating for people who stay a short time, usually to recover after a hospital stay.
Long-stay residents
Long-stay residents: 3 of 5 stars
Quality rating for people who live in the nursing home.

Inspections, fines and staffing

In its last three inspection cycles (May 25, 2023 to August 9, 2026), Terraces at the Clare had 11 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 5.17 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
Scope and severity letters
SeriousnessIsolated (a few residents)Pattern (some)Widespread (many)
No actual harm, potential for minimal harmABC
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmDEF
Actual harm to residentsGHI
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safetyJKL

Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.

Most recent cycle: May 2, 2025 — 7 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: May 2, 2025 (standard health inspection); May 31, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 9, 2026 (complaint investigation).

Show 7 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0812 Level F May 2, 2025 · corrected May 15, 2025

    “Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”

  • F0880 Level F May 2, 2025 · corrected May 23, 2025

    “Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”

  • F0908 Level F May 2, 2025 · corrected May 5, 2025

    “Keep all essential equipment working safely.”

  • F0604 Level D August 9, 2026 · from a complaint · past non-compliance (already fixed before the inspection)

    “Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.”

  • F0604 Level D May 31, 2026 · from a complaint · corrected June 5, 2026

    “Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.”

  • F0695 Level D May 2, 2025 · corrected May 16, 2025

    “Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”

  • F0755 Level D May 2, 2025 · corrected May 15, 2025

    “Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”

Previous cycle: April 11, 2024 — 2 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: April 11, 2024 (standard health inspection); March 13, 2025 (complaint investigation).

Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0610 Level D March 13, 2025 · from a complaint · corrected March 28, 2025

    “Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”

  • F0842 Level D March 13, 2025 · from a complaint · corrected March 28, 2025

    “Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”

Earlier cycle: May 25, 2023 — 2 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: May 25, 2023 (standard health inspection); October 14, 2023 (complaint investigation); April 11, 2024 (complaint investigation).

Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0755 Level E April 11, 2024 · from a complaint · corrected May 3, 2024

    “Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”

  • F0684 Level D October 14, 2023 · from a complaint · corrected October 31, 2023

    “Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”

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 (18)
  • E0004 Level F May 2, 2025 · corrected June 27, 2025

    “Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”

  • E0006 Level F May 2, 2025 · corrected May 28, 2025

    “Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.”

  • K0351 Level F May 2, 2025 · plan of correction accepted (January 15, 2026)

    “Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”

  • K0712 Level F May 2, 2025 · corrected June 5, 2025

    “Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”

  • K0293 Level E May 2, 2025 · corrected June 10, 2025

    “Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”

  • K0345 Level F April 11, 2024 · corrected May 25, 2024

    “Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”

  • K0351 Level F April 11, 2024 · corrected April 11, 2024

    “Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”

  • K0355 Level F April 11, 2024 · corrected May 20, 2024

    “Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”

  • K0918 Level F April 11, 2024 · corrected April 12, 2024

    “Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”

  • K0222 Level E April 11, 2024 · corrected April 22, 2024

    “Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”

  • K0291 Level F May 25, 2023 · corrected June 21, 2023

    “Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”

  • K0345 Level F May 25, 2023 · corrected June 16, 2023

    “Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”

  • K0355 Level F May 25, 2023 · corrected June 1, 2023

    “Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”

  • K0511 Level F May 25, 2023 · corrected May 31, 2023

    “Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”

  • K0225 Level E May 25, 2023 · corrected June 1, 2023

    “Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.”

  • K0920 Level E May 25, 2023 · corrected May 25, 2023

    “Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”

  • K0353 Level D May 25, 2023 · corrected May 31, 2023

    “Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”

  • K0914 Level D May 25, 2023 · corrected May 31, 2023

    “Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”

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.

MeasureThis homeIllinoisNational
Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day2.150.710.69
Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day0.240.640.86
Nurse aide hours per resident per day2.782.122.35
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day5.173.473.90
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend4.623.083.43
RN hours per resident per day on the weekend1.770.550.48
Nursing staff turnover (per year)31.3%43.7%45.3%
RN turnover (per year)39.1%41.5%42.5%
Administrators who left in the last year1.00.50.5

Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.

Owners and operator

Part of a group of 43 nursing homes: Life Care Services.

Legal business name: Clare Propco LLC.

Owners and managers Medicare lists (6)
NameRoleShareSince
The Clare Partners LLCDirect owner100%December 20, 2019
LCS the Clare LLCIndirect owner—December 20, 2019
Pearson Street Partners LLCIndirect owner—December 20, 2019
LCS Management Holding Company LLCIndirect ownerNOT APPLICABLEDecember 20, 2019
McCarthy Group LLCIndirect ownerNOT APPLICABLEJuly 30, 2021
Life Care Services LLCManagement company (operational or managerial control)NOT APPLICABLEDecember 20, 2019

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

TypeNursing home
Certified beds50
Average residents per day44.8
Takes part inMedicare
OwnershipFor profit – individual
Group or chain (affiliated entity)Life Care Services
Legal business nameClare Propco LLC
First approved by Medicare/Medicaid2010-08-31
Part of a continuing care retirement communityYes
Resident and family councilsResident council
Sprinklers in all required areasYes
Changed ownership in the last 12 monthsNo
Address55 East Pearson, Chicago, IL 60611
CountyCook County
StateIllinois
Phone(312) 784‑8100
CMS Certification Number146141
Name in Medicare recordsTERRACES AT THE CLARE
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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).

Nearest hospital emergency rooms

Sources

  1. Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  2. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
  3. Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  4. Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  5. Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  6. Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  7. State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  8. Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  9. Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  10. Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13