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Assisted Living, Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
5643 Erie Street · Racine, WI 53402 · Lic. #0017233 (WI) · 60 certified beds
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In Racine, Wisconsin, Ascension Living - Lakeshore at Siena is listed as an assisted living community. The WI licensing record lists its status as "LICENSED". Public records list 60 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a nonprofit operator and tie the listing to Ascension Living. We hold 57 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 9 February 2026. CMS also lists 1 fine or payment denial action against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.70 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
47
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Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
48
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
47
Records from June 2023 to February 2026.
February 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · F
Citation F0865Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0865 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · F
Citation F0882Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0882 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · F
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · F
Citation F0881Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · C
Citation F0732Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0732 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post nurse staffing information every day. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · F
Citation F0606Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0606 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · H
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity H: pattern, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0561Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0561 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · G
Citation F0744Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0744 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · F
Citation F0868Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 9, 2026 · F
Citation F0944Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0944 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
September 23, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-10-26CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-10-26, lasting 19 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-09-23). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 4.70 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.23 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Non profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Ascension Living
Chain ID 48 · 12 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Church related".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Church related".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical WI range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.
Assisted Living
Median · WI$6,540/moNursing Homes
Median · WI$10,646/moOther licensed providers in Racine, with their own public records.
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