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Terraces at the Clare

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise high-quality, professional rehabilitation therapy team. Still worth an in-person visit.

55 East Pearson, Near North Side · Chicago, IL 6061150 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.8/5

based on 120 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

The Terraces at The Clare is widely recognized for its exceptional rehabilitation therapy and luxurious, clean environment, making it a top-tier choice for post-surgical recovery. However, families should be prepared for potential communication hurdles during the initial admissions process and may want to ask specific questions about staffing ratios if their loved one requires high-intensity monitoring.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

120 reviews on Google
The Terraces at The Clare is a highly regarded senior living and rehabilitation community in Chicago, frequently praised for its luxurious, hotel-like environment and professional, compassionate staff. While the vast majority of families and patients report excellent experiences with post-surgical rehab and long-term care, a small number of reviewers have raised concerns regarding communication during the intake process and occasional staffing responsiveness.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff9.0Clean10.0Activities9.0Meds8.0Memory9.0Comms6.0Value7.0

Strengths

  • High-quality, professional rehabilitation therapy team
  • Clean, modern, and well-maintained facility
  • Warm and attentive nursing and support staff
  • Excellent location with city views and amenities

Concerns

  • Understaffing leading to slow response times (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Poor communication or dismissive attitude during intake/admissions (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 125 analyzed

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4
1
3
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2
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1
6

How They Respond to Reviews

98%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Since the facility is so modern and well-maintained, could you show us the specific areas where residents enjoy the city views?
  • 2We noticed the rehab team is highly regarded; how do you tailor therapy plans to help residents regain their independence?
  • 3How do you ensure that nursing staff can provide prompt responses to call lights, especially during busier shifts?
  • 4What is the process for keeping families updated on medical changes or new care needs after the initial admission?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the immediate protocol for resident care?
  • 6What kind of daily activities or social outings are available to help residents stay engaged with the local community?

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Key Review Excerpts

The therapists and nurses are top notch and take the time to get to know you and figure out how they can best help you. The CNAs are so hard working and professional.

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★

The therapy team was perfect! They had her back on her feet, walking and navigating 13+ stairs in our home in under a month!

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★★

My mother lived here for four years, the last two of which were in the memory care unit. She had outstanding care and it was very easy for me to work with the staff regarding everything that concerned my mother’s well-being.

Memory care family member · 2021★★★★★
Source: 120 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.97hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
5.09hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
43%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
54%
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 · 16 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

11

measures

Worse Than Avg

4

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
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Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.0%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
13.0%
US
12.1%
IL
52.5%
Cook
74.9%

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

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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.3%
Better than Avg
Here
4.3%
US
19.5%
IL
18.3%
Cook
10.4%
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
IL
90.0%
Cook
85.5%
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Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
IL
91.8%
Cook
87.9%
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Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.6%
Better than Avg
Here
14.6%
US
15.4%
IL
21.8%
Cook
24.1%
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Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
13.7%
US
4.9%
IL
5.0%
Cook
6.1%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.0%
Better than Avg
Here
96.0%
US
81.8%
IL
69.0%
Cook
55.3%
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility93.2%
Better than Avg
Here
93.2%
US
79.7%
IL
63.1%
Cook
55.4%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.5%
Better than Avg
Here
1.5%
US
1.6%
IL
2.4%
Cook
2.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

5deficiencies
Well below state avg (12.0)
4 complaint-triggered

This facility shows persistent infrastructure and safety concerns, particularly with fire safety systems (sprinklers, alarms, extinguishers) and building exits that have recurred across multiple surveys. Families have filed complaints resulting in deficiencies related to abuse response, medication management, and medical record privacy. While all violations have been reportedly corrected, the pattern of recurring fire safety issues and recent complaint-triggered deficiencies warrant careful consideration during any visit.

May 2, 2025Routine
10
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0908Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0004Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

0006Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

0351Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0293Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

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.

Mar 13, 2025Complaint
2
0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

Apr 11, 2024Routine
5
0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0351Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0355Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0222Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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.

Apr 11, 2024Complaint
1
0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

Oct 14, 2023Complaint
1
0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

May 25, 2023Routine
8
0291Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

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

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0355Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0511Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0225Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0914Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Terraces at the Clare

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Life Care Services

Chain Size

45 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 4.0/5 · Rank 5 of 20 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Owners

The Clare Partners LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Lcs the Clare LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Pearson Street Partners LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Lcs Management Holding Company, LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Mccarthy Group LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Mpm Senior Living Investors, LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Key personnel

Bird, JohnManaging Control - Governing BodyLahey, DanielManaging Control - Governing BodyShaw, GelynnaManaging Control - Governing BodyUhlemann, BridgetteManaging Control - Governing BodyVictor, JasonManaging Control - Governing Body
Source: Medicare provider data

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