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Prairieview at the Garlands

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise beautiful, well-maintained campus. Still worth an in-person visit.

6000 Garlands Lane, Barrington, IL 6001020 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.5/5

based on 19 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

The Garlands offers a beautiful, resort-like environment that is highly rated for independent living and social activities. However, families of prospective residents with complex medical needs should exercise caution and conduct a thorough assessment of the nursing care provided, as some reports suggest the facility may be better suited for healthy, active seniors than those requiring intensive clinical support.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

19 reviews on Google
The Garlands is frequently praised for its beautiful, well-maintained physical campus and friendly atmosphere, making it a popular choice for independent living. However, reviews from families of residents with significant medical needs suggest a disconnect, with some reporting that the facility prioritizes profit over high-quality clinical care.

Quality Themes

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Food7.0Staff6.0Clean9.0Activities8.0MedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValue3.0

Strengths

  • Beautiful, well-maintained campus
  • Friendly and positive staff
  • Excellent hospitality services
  • High resident satisfaction for independent living

Concerns

  • Inadequate medical care for residents with health issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 20 analyzed

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15
4
2
3
0
2
0
1
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How They Respond to Reviews

32%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the beautiful campus and hospitality focus, how do you ensure that same level of attention is applied to the clinical and medical needs of residents?
  • 2With a smaller capacity of 20 residents, how does your nursing team coordinate with outside specialists to ensure comprehensive care for those with complex health conditions?
  • 3I noticed the facility has a high standard for hospitality; could you walk me through what a typical day of engagement and activities looks like for a resident here?
  • 4How does your leadership team approach addressing and resolving concerns raised by families to ensure continuous improvement in care quality?
  • 5Could you explain how your staffing model supports the high level of personalized attention that residents receive, especially during overnight or weekend hours?
  • 6Since value is a common topic for families, what specific services or amenities are included in the monthly rate that help provide peace of mind for our family?

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Key Review Excerpts

If you are healthy you will love it. If you have any medical issues they don't take care of you. It was all about the mighty dollar!!

Family member of a resident · 2021☆☆☆☆

Attended there Holiday High Tea Service with the family. Service was spot on, Victor, Alexa had there "A Game" that day.

Visitor · 2022★★★★

Lovely place, although food is average, my folks parents love it there.

Family member of a resident · 2022★★★★
Source: 19 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.79hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
5.52hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
38%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
38%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 11 measures

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.3%
Better than Avg
Here
2.3%
US
12.1%
IL
52.5%
Lake
38.3%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
IL
90.0%
Lake
90.9%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.9%
Better than Avg
Here
11.9%
US
19.4%
IL
21.1%
Lake
20.4%
🩹

Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
4.9%
IL
5.0%
Lake
5.6%
⚠️

Residents who fell and were seriously hurt

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
3.2%
IL
3.1%
Lake
2.9%
🦠

Residents who got a urinary tract infection

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
3.8%
US
1.6%
IL
1.6%
Lake
1.0%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.2%
Better than Avg
Here
96.2%
US
79.7%
IL
63.1%
Lake
73.0%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility95.0%
Better than Avg
Here
95.0%
US
81.8%
IL
69.0%
Lake
75.9%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.3%
Better than Avg
Here
1.3%
US
1.6%
IL
2.4%
Lake
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

2deficiencies
Well below state avg (12.0)
2 complaint-triggered

One family filed a complaint that triggered findings of significant medication errors, and medication management issues have persisted across multiple surveys from 2024 to 2025. The facility also shows recurring problems with resident care quality, including accident prevention, pressure ulcer care, and assistance with daily living activities. While all deficiencies have been corrected by the provider, the ongoing medication safety concerns warrant careful discussion during any visit.

Feb 19, 2025Routine
2
0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure 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.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

Apr 23, 2024Routine
4
0353Potential for harm · Widespread

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0225Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Apr 10, 2024Complaint
2
0760Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

0760Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

May 24, 2023Routine
5
0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0677Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Prairieview at the Garlands

Organization Type

for profit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Barrington Venture Holding Company LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Herbco L.L.C.

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Herb, Judy

Owner (parent company)

Herb, Marvin

Owner (parent company)

Herb, Thomas

Owner (parent company)

Key personnel

Fauser, LyndaOfficer / DirectorHintz, AmandaOfficer / DirectorHerb, ThomasOfficer / DirectorKempf, DawnOfficer / DirectorBarrington Venture Holding Company LLCManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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