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OAK TRACE

0.00 reviews · 0 verifiedDOWNERS GROVE, ILLic. 145804
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VBP-SLow SNF VBP readmission measure score (0.6)Source: CMS SNF VBP (PDC)
FINECMS fine: $13,780Source: CMS Penalties
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About

Oak Trace is a senior living community located in Downers Grove, Illinois, offering a vibrant environment where residents can connect and engage with one another. The facility provides independent living services and is part of a life care community, ensuring a continuum of care. Residents can choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans, including one and two-bedroom apartments, each featuring modern amenities and spacious layouts. The community emphasizes social interaction and support, fostering a sense of belonging among its residents.

Amenities
DiningRestaurant-Style Dining
Housekeeping & MaintenanceHousekeeping ServicesLaundry Services
Transportation & ShoppingGeneral Transportation Services
Ambulatory Assistance & AccessibilityWheelchair Accessible Facilities
Fitness & Wellness ProgramsSalon Services
Inside AmenitiesLibrarySwimming Pool
Safety & SecuritySecured Memory Care Unit
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Medicare overall
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Staffing (PBJ)
4.31 total HPRDRN 1.58 · weekend 89%Oct 2025 – Dec 2025
Survey history
8 inspections32 deficiencies on record
Federal IDs
CCN 145804

Overall: 5/5 · Health: 4/5 · Staffing: 5/5 · QM: 5/5

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Recent inspections
Health surveyMar 2026 · CMS1 deficiencies
  • F-761SS EEnsure 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.
Fire safetyMar 2026 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL5 deficiencies
  • K-161SS EUse approved construction type or materials.
  • K-225SS EHave stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
  • K-363SS EInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
  • K-754SS EProvide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
  • K-920SS EEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Health surveyJan 2025 · CMS9 deficiencies
  • F-550SS DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
  • F-553SS DAllow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
  • F-625SS ENotify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
  • F-686SS DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
  • F-689SS EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
  • F-692SS GProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
  • F-693SS DEnsure 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.
  • F-759SS DEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
  • F-812SS FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Fire safetyJan 2025 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL3 deficiencies
  • K-222SS EAdd 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.
  • K-291SS FInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
  • K-363SS EInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Health surveyMay 2024 · CMS1 deficiencies
  • F-689SS GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Health surveyFeb 2024 · CMS5 deficiencies
  • F-690SS DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
  • F-694SS DProvide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
  • F-695SS DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
  • F-805SS EEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
  • F-880SS EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Fire safetyFeb 2024 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL7 deficiencies
  • K-161SS FUse approved construction type or materials.
  • K-225SS EHave stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
  • K-345SS FHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
  • K-374SS EInstall smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
  • K-916SS FHave a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
  • K-918SS FHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
  • K-920SS EEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Health surveyJun 2023 · CMS1 deficiencies
  • F-609SS DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
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Ownership

Operated by LIFESPACE COMMUNITIES (privately held) since 1994.

  1. Jan 2018
    operator transition — LIFESPACE COMMUNITIES INC
    5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (100%) — LIFESPACE COMMUNITIES INC
Contact

250 VILLAGE DRIVE
DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516

6307696200oaktraceseniorliving.com/retirement-community-chicago-il/?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=gmb&utm_campaign=community
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