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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village

659 East Jefferson Street · Freeport, IL 61032 · 124 certified beds

8152326181

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About The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village

The Citadel at Saint Joseph Village is a nursing home in Freeport, Illinois, in Stephenson County. Public records list 124 beds. Ownership records list a nonprofit operator and tie the listing to Ascension Health Senior Care. It is Medicare certified. We hold 48 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 22 April 2026. CMS also lists 7 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.26 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.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

40

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

40

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

46

Inspection history (48)

Records from March 2023 to April 2026.

  • December 11, 2024 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-11 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2024 · G

    Citation F0694

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-11 under CMS tag F0694 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-11.GOV
  • September 13, 2024 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-13 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-13.GOV
  • September 13, 2024 · D

    Citation F0744

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-13 under CMS tag F0744 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal 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 2024-09-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-13.GOV
  • August 1, 2024 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-01 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-01.GOV
  • August 1, 2024 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-01 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-01.GOV
  • May 21, 2024 · D

    Citation F0552

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-21 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-21.GOV
  • April 23, 2024 · D

    Citation F0557

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-23 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-23.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-08 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-08 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-08 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 2024-03-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · G

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-08 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-08 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-08 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 2024-03-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-08 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · D

    Citation F0660

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-08 under CMS tag F0660 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • November 9, 2023 · D

    Citation F0887

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-09 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-09.GOV
  • November 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0610

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-01 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-01.GOV
  • October 10, 2023 · D

    Citation F0760

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-10-10 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-10-10.GOV
  • July 6, 2023 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-06 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-07-06.GOV

Penalties (7)

Total fines on file: $125,824

  • September 2, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-137303

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $15,015 against this nursing home on 2025-09-02 (Fine ID: 137303). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-02.GOV
  • March 18, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-70659

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,731 against this nursing home on 2025-03-18 (Fine ID: 70659). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-18.GOV
  • December 11, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-70229

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $15,004 against this nursing home on 2024-12-11 (Fine ID: 70229). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-11.GOV
  • September 13, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-70303

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $12,581 against this nursing home on 2024-09-13 (Fine ID: 70303). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-13.GOV
  • August 1, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-70267

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $12,248 against this nursing home on 2024-08-01 (Fine ID: 70267). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-01.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2024-03-09

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-03-09, lasting 4 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-02-08). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV
  • February 8, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-69456

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $56,245 against this nursing home on 2024-02-08 (Fine ID: 69456). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-08.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.26 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.65 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.65 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.26 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.26 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.26 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.40 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

Non profit

  1. Parent organization: Ascension Health Senior Care

    chain · PAC 4284850090

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

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Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical IL range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · IL$8,304/mo
See full IL cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Where this information came from

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