Nursing home / skilled nursing
Little Sisters Of The Poor
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Chicago, Illinois
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 2325 NORTH LAKEWOOD AVENUE |
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois |
| ZIP code | 60614 |
| County | Cook |
| Phone | 773-935-9600 |
| Website | https://littlesistersofthepoorchicago.org |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 146185 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 76 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | June 1, 2018 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Little Sisters Of The Poor is in 2325 NORTH LAKEWOOD AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60614. Phone: 773-935-9600. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 4, staffing 5, quality measures 4). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 36.000; 1 federal fines totaling $9272.00; total nursing staff turnover 27.5%.
More about this provider
| Official Chicago site of the Little Sisters of the Poor (St. Mary's Home). The site says the Little Sisters provide a nurturing community of love where residents feel at home in the final stage of their journey, caring for the elderly poor with more than 140 years of experience (148 years of service to Chicago's aged celebrated July 15, 2024), providing security, loving care and esteem in a home-like atmosphere. | |
| Services and programs | A loving Home for the elderly poor providing security, loving care, esteem and holistic, person-centered care in a home-like atmosphere at St. Mary's Home; senior day programs at some Homes offering pastoral and activity programs, a hot meal, volunteer service and socializing |
| Who it serves | The elderly poor; admission is open to low-income elderly persons of at least 65 years of age, regardless of race, nationality or religion; individuals, married couples and elderly priests are welcome to apply; the mission is to offer the neediest elderly of every race and religion a home |
| Visiting and contact details | St. Mary's Home, 2325 N. Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park neighborhood); admissions are Home-specific — the site directs applicants to contact the admissions coordinator in the Home where they intend to apply |
| Website | https://littlesistersofthepoorchicago.org |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 4 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 5 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 4 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 1.01 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 4.34 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 16 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 36.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 96 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 16 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 96 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2026-05-07 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 9 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 2 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.15371 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 25.0 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.81809 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 27.5 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.53097 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.54189 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.79624 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.81717 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.77798 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 1 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 9272.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 319 |
| Chain Name | LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR |
| Legal Business Name | LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR CHICAGO INC |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 3.5 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 5.0 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 4 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 5.0 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 4.3 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | Y |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 45.0 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Little Sisters Of The Poor
Where is Little Sisters Of The Poor located?
Little Sisters Of The Poor is at 2325 NORTH LAKEWOOD AVENUE, Chicago, Illinois 60614.
What care and services does Little Sisters Of The Poor offer?
Little Sisters Of The Poor offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Little Sisters Of The Poor Medicare-certified?
Yes. Little Sisters Of The Poor is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Little Sisters Of The Poor's quality rating?
CMS gives Little Sisters Of The Poor an overall star rating of 5 out of 5.
How do I contact Little Sisters Of The Poor?
Call Little Sisters Of The Poor at 773-935-9600.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Illinois can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.