The Citadel of Northbrook
3300 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook, IL 60062 · (847) 795-9700
For profit - Individual · 158 certified beds
The Citadel of Northbrook has a 4-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in December 2025, found 2 citations, 1 for actual harm or immediate jeopardy (the Illinois average is 12.6). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $10,033 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on December 11, 2025 found 2 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.December 11, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.December 11, 2025 · F0757 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 2 citations.
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.May 17, 2024 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.January 27, 2024 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $10,033January 27, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Illinois average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.55 | 3.45 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.75 | 0.72 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.73 | 0.64 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.07 | 2.09 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 32.4% | 44.5% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Individual |
| Certified beds | 158 |
| Average residents per day | 133.7 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Northbrook Health and Rehab Northbrook · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Brandel Health and Rehab Northbrook · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- The Grove of Northbrook Northbrook · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Elevate Care Northbrook Northbrook · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Moorings of Arlington Heights Arlington Heights · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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