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Serenity Estates of Lena
1010 South Logan Street, Lena, IL 61048
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 92 beds, Serenity Estates of Lena serves Lena in Stephenson County, Illinois and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 2007.
CMS gives it 3 of 5 stars overall, above the Illinois median of 2; the health inspection rating is 4, staffing 1 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 36 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (13, 12, 11 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 39.1 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 28.4.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident per day (0.7 RN), close to the Illinois median of 3.3.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Stephenson Co. median | Illinois median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 36 | 51 | 34 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 39.1 | 42.7 | 28.4 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.2 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | — | 43.8% | 43.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $124,331 | $45,123 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (5 in the county, 666 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Illinois average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 27 Mar 2025, 12 Apr 2024.
Severity mix: G ×2 D ×28 E ×3 F ×3
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Feb 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Feb 2026 |
| 9 Feb 2026 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Feb 2026 |
| 18 Nov 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Nov 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0887 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 11 Apr 2025 |
| 11 Feb 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Feb 2025 |
| 30 Sep 2024 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Nov 2024 |
| 27 Aug 2024 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Sep 2024 |
| 1 Aug 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 15 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Apr 2024 | F0868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | F | Standard survey | 3 May 2024 |
| 12 Apr 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | E | Standard survey | 3 May 2024 |
| 12 Apr 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Standard survey | 8 May 2024 |
| 12 Apr 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 3 May 2024 |
| 12 Apr 2024 | F0712 | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. | D | Standard survey | 3 May 2024 |
| 12 Apr 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 8 May 2024 |
| 12 Apr 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 3 May 2024 |
| 12 Apr 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 8 May 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | D | Complaint investigation | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | D | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0805 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | D | Standard survey | 27 Jul 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
| 25 May 2023 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 8 Jun 2023 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Illinois average. Turnover: nursing staff —, RNs —; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Illinois median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 9.9% | 11.5% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.8% | 2.6% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.7% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 9.9% | 12.2% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 11.8% | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 31.6% | 17.8% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, individual. Chain: Serenity Estates (5 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sak Management Services LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2012 |
| Lena Property Partners, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/27/2006 |
| Sak Management Services LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/09/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Stephenson County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Nursing Center | Freeport | 148 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 40 | 27.0 | $18K | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Manor Court of Freeport | Freeport | 117 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 51 | 43.6 | $124K | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Pearl Pointe Nursing Rehab & Care | Freeport | 109 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 67 | 61.5 | $155K | 30 Jun 2026 |
| The Citadel At Saint Joseph Village | Freeport | 124 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 53 | 42.7 | $126K | 22 Apr 2026 |
All 5 facilities in Stephenson County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Serenity Estates of Lena been cited for?
36 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Illinois median is 34 per facility.
Has Serenity Estates of Lena been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Serenity Estates of Lena compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident per day against a Illinois median of 3.3 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Serenity Estates of Lena?
It is part of the Serenity Estates chain. Ownership type is for-profit, individual. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Sak Management Services LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Serenity Estates of Lena last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 25 Feb 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 27 Mar 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.