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Presence Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community

1571 West Ogden Avenue, La Grange Park, IL 60526

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3.75

(12 reviews)

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Reviews of Presence Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community in La Grange Park, Illinois

3.75

(12 reviews)

  • Facility

    4.7

  • Staff

    5.0

  • Food

    4.0

  • Activities

    4.7

  • Value

    5.0

Kristin

5

January 28, 2021

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My parents were in Presence Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community. They were in the independent living side, and the staff was excellent. They went above and beyond the call of duty for sure. The apartments were clean and well-appointed, and they had nice amenities. It's a nice campus. They had a nice formal dining room like you'd have at a hotel, a library, a hairstylist, and a doctor who comes a couple times a week to take appointments. They had a chapel that did regular services, and there's an exercise room, so if you're doing physical therapy or rehab you can meet your therapist down there. They had ample parking, they had activities, a bus for daily outings, and a closed-circuit TV with everything from prayer to old movies and what have you. They also had a walking path around the building. It was very good value for the money.

ellamay

5

September 29, 2019

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Friendly staff, lots of light, nature trails, positive environment, ease of living, no complaints

Maryanne

4

August 30, 2017

I am/was a resident of this facility

I liked the location of Bethlehem Woods and I liked the size of the apartments because they were the largest of any of the places I have been. They were all very nice and most of them had really nice windows so they're good and bright. The biggest drawback was that the distance to the dining room and the other activities was extremely long. I stayed there for a couple of months because they had an offer called the Snowbird Special where you could come in and stay for a couple of months with no obligations. I stayed in a furnished apartment so I had the chance to really try it out. They had good activities like book clubs, exercising, crafts, and a nice variety of religious services no matter what denomination you were (which was a plus). It was also in a nice area and was close to shopping. They had terrible laundry areas, but the dining area was attractive. They also didn't have automatic opening doors to the outside, which was a problem. They had really excellent food.

Ronald626301

4

January 2, 2017

I visited this facility

Presence Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community was very complete but a little disjointed. They seemed to compartmentalize different people with different needs, which I wasn’t really thrilled with. Those people who needed assisted living were totally separated from other people in a different building. I didn’t like that aspect of it at all, but everything else was very nice. The rooms were very clean, well appointed, and ranged from efficiency to a two-bedroom.

nellen

5

March 4, 2015

I am/was a resident of this facility

My husband and I have been residents of Bethlehem Woods for 4 months now and we couldn't be more pleased. The staff and residents have been extremely welcoming and friendly. The variety of activities are so good and there seems to be something for anyone's taste. I especially appreciate the opportunity to attend daily Mass. The most outstanding feature is, for us, the food service. Each evening meal we are offered a choice of 3 entrees, and several alternate choices as well, and the food is always served hot by a friendly wait staff on linen tablecloths, and nice china. If you aren't feeling well it can be delivered to your room. It has been living at a fine resort.

Caring96423350

4

December 26, 2014

I visited this facility

We just visited Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community when I was checking out places, and this was very high on my list. Everyone seemed really nice. It seemed very clean, the people there seemed to be happy, and you could tell just by walking around. They seemed to have scheduled activities posted on the board. The only reason that I didn't want to put my mother in there was because it was too far from my house. The apartments seemed pretty big, and the one-bedroom was really nice with a little kitchenette. The studio seemed okay, but it was hard to tell without any furniture in there. The one thing I did notice while we were walking around and they were showing their apartments and stuff was they knew everybody that we came in contact with. They knew all the other residents, which I thought was very impressive.

Linda97485050

5

December 6, 2014

I am a friend or relative of a resident

My mother has only been at Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community for two weeks. So far, it has been an excellent experience. She is happy, and she is well cared for. There have been no complaints. The staff was very friendly. She is in a room that is 320 sq.ft., and it is very clean. The bathroom is very accessible. There are a lot of activities. There are games. There is player practice. They have bingo. She does not complain about the food. The dining room is small with lots of tables and chairs in it.

Phamus

1

October 7, 2014

I visited this facility

I visited a relative there and I was invited to eat in there dining room rather than go out for dinner. What a mistake I've seen better hospital food. I asked my relative if they could opt out of the dinner plan but there was virtually no savings in not taking the meals. They must be making a fortune on the slop they are feeding these old folks. Ever heard of Spaghetti with banana bread? I couldn't eat there and went out after I didn't want to embarrass my relative so I feigned not being hungry rather than complain. You should be ashamed of yourselves taking advantage of seniors. Those rents aren't cheap and those buildings are long paid for and since it's run by the Church it must be all profit. Cause your not spending a dime on food.

theresidentsarehungry

2

October 6, 2014

I am a friend or relative of resident

My aunt pays close to $4000 per month for her apartment, which is very nice. It includes one skimpy meal each day. The food has gotten much worse since the purchase of the property by Presence. Sunday dinner used to include prime rib. This Sunday, she received a sad portion of mushy chicken pot pie. It included maybe 2 ounces of dried out chicken in a thick gravy with a side of steamed and unseasoned carrots. The calories are inadequate; she has lost over 40 pounds since living at Bethlehem Woods. I think the management doesn't care about the complaints by the residents; they die at a rate of one per week, so the management assumes they can wait out the troublemakers. Last week, my aunt ate dinner at the "country store", a casual dining spot in the facility. Dinner was being cooked by a very untrained (and, I'll assume, unlicensed) dish washer. It took 45 minutes to receive her 2 slices of overcooked, inedible, and overspiced French Toast with one piece of sausage. That's a dinner? Some of the employees (especially the custodial staff) are very responsive and caring. Management and the miserable human being at the front desk, however, will promise the moon and deliver nothing new. 4 stars for the lovely facility and location. 0 stars for the food and management of Bethlehem Woods; average of 2 stars.

Loves teeth

1

June 2, 2014

I am a friend or relative of resident

The food service has changed and it is now terrible. Both mother and in laws have lived here for a few years. It is too bad they are not listening to your residents. Even I won't join they for dinner anymore after hearing how bad it is.

William38

5

May 23, 2014

I am a friend or relative of a resident

Mom has at Bethlehem Woods for about three weeks now, and I am very happy. It’s close to where my sisters and I live, and we are her primary caregivers, so that is really important. It is also a Catholic facility, and my mother is a very devoted Catholic. I appreciate the fact that she can go to church every day and receive communion in her room. This facility came highly recommended, also, by my friends, whose parents were there. The staff is very good. My mother is very fussy, but she likes the food, so I guess that is a good thing. She is able to live independently and have her own apartment. It's a well-maintained building with lots and lots of things for the residents to do.

happy4mom

4

February 29, 2012

I am a friend or relative of a resident

The facility is located in a lovely section of LaGrange Park, close to shopping and medical facilities. The staff all seems warm and welcoming, with an emphasis on care and concern. The layout of the building is well organized, offering units as studios, one and two bedrooms.Many activities are offered to the community, including entertainment, bus trips, shopping trips and trips to doctors/hospitals. Also onsite is a beauty parlor/barber shop, and a small convenience store. For retirement residents dinner is served daily in a beautiful dining room with china, nice glassware, and silverware. Food seems to be average, however, seeming a bit on the spicy side.Apartment units seem to be well insulated from extraneous noise. Laundry locations seem to be convenient and adequate. A watchful, yet not intrusive eye is kept on the residents, such as a check if one doesn't show for dinner. Light housekeeping is done every other week, mainly consisting of vacuuming, dusting and surface cleaning.All in all our experience with Bethlehem Woods has been quite satisfactory. Our mother, all though resistant at first is making the adjustment.

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Services and Amenities of Presence Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community in La Grange Park, Illinois

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  • 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments
  • 3-bedroom apartments

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  • In Room Kitchenette
  • In Room Kitchens
  • Dining Room Shared Meals

About Presence Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community in La Grange Park, Illinois

Ideally located on 42 beautiful acres in La Grange Park, Presence Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community offers the perfect mix of quiet living with all the conveniences you love. Get ready for theater outings, fitness classes, bingo, patio parties and more. You’ve earned it. We offer assisted living and short-term respite care within our Beechwood Manor Assisted Living community.

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