Belmont Village Oak Park

I was very impressed with all the staff members I encountered at Belmont Village Oak Park. They were very warm, friendly, and very welcoming. I liked them a lot. In fact, they were my top choice as far as location, facility, and everything. The only problem was it was right next to the hospital where my mother-in-law's son died. That was the only negative about it. They assured me that if she did choose that, they could give her a room that didn't face the hospital.

Belmont Village Oak Park is nice, but it's a smaller community and the rooms are so small. They make me feel claustrophobic. It's smaller than a hospital room. It's nice, but for the price, I don't want that small room. The people are fine. The staff is good. I like them. They seem to be into their job and into their clients. They are very professional. The administrative person has very good customer service etiquette. They got right to the point and they showed me all the areas that are available to the clients. They were thorough. They have arts and crafts, physical therapy, exercise, and outings. The cleanliness was excellent too. Everything was nice and warm.

When my dad got too sick, we moved them to Belmont Village, where they've been for about 1½ years. We had a double unit for my mom and dad, which was bigger than usual with two very large rooms and a minimal kitchen area with a sink and a full-sized refrigerator, which they never used because they feed them three meals a day. There was always sunlight streaming into their unit. Unfortunately, the view was a wall of the back of the building next to them but wonderful sunshine. They have daily activities, so there's a common room halfway down the hall where they have their meals or their activity or where just residents hang out quite a bit. Right outside the common room, there's a little living room sitting area where they also have activities. They specialize in dementia patients, so there is some different activities based on how severe the impairment is. They have specific programs for each resident. They have giant Legos that are very easy for big hands to handle, which my dad sort of enjoyed being stimulated by them. There are six floors, and two of the floors are locked, so residents can't wander. They cluster the severely impaired patients on those floors. The dining area is like a restaurant with a menu that is quite good but too elaborate for demenia patients. When we visit, we can make a reservation and eat on the first floor with my parents.

My mom has been at Belmont Village for 5years. They've been wonderful years for her & for me. Not only is Belmont a great facility, it has done the most important thing of all - taken the stress of worrying about my dear, sweet Mom off my mind & heart. My mother has Alzheimers. She is in an advanced state but in good health & spirit. I live in another state so I am not able to see her as much as I would like to. The staff at Belmont keeps me abreast of her life there, good & bad. It's like having a professional family working w/you to cover all the needs of your loved one. I'm notified of Moms appts., physical therapy, personal needs & even her moods. The staff keeps a close eye out for anything "different" that may need the assistance of a nurse or a doctor. Any doctor appts., a PAL (staff member) goes w/Mom to make sure she's safe & also to keep her company. The relationship between Mom & the PALS is of utmost importance. Mama is accustomed to their faces & kindness. She trusts & enjoys them even tho she may not always "mind" them. The residents are not forced to do anything, just gently guided w/patience next to Godliness. Speaking of guidance, there is so much activity going on at Belmont, believe your loved one will be kept alert & on their toes. They hear the news, (via the PALS), the date, see movies, exercise & are constantly having celebrations from birthdays to holidays. The nurse administers meds on a schedule as dictated by your doctor. And any changes or questionable physical conditions will be reported to you by the Belmont Village nurse. They keep a sharp eye out on my mom as she can't communicate aches, pains, etc. because of her Alzheimers. I've grown to appreciate them more than I could ever convey. The residence itself is beautiful. I'm happy to know my mom is walking around surrounded by windows, plants, pictures, comfy chairs & couches with music playing. By the way, the residences are always welcomed to sing along & they sure do. When I'm in for a visit, I attend the parties & sing along too! It's fun & easy to see the residents are enjoying themselves. My mom is always well groomed & she gets mani/pedis at the beauty salon right on the premises. I speak to her often as there is a phone on her floor that I can call anytime of the day or night. Hearing Moms voice & her hearing mine as often as I want is a blessing. Every once in a while, she'll ask me to call back later as she's having so much fun involved in some activity or other she "can't talk". Yes, I did say she is in an advanced state of Alzheimers. The staff at Belmont have provided her such excellent care, she does quite a few things that are pleasantly surprising. I can honestly say she is thriving! I can't leave out a little something that EVERYBODY comments on & likes - the food!! The food!! The food!! Any special diet requirements are strictly monitored but never the less the food manages to stay yummy. I don't know how Belmont does it but my Mom, who LOVES the food, is still in good shape! I'd be bigger than a snow person if it was me but that's also a testament to the professionals in the kitchen. The cooking & menus are balanced & healthy! Lots of smiling tummies at meal time. Sounds like a little piece of heaven on earth, right? Well, it is. Watching our loved ones age is a tough reality. Do yourself a favor & house them somewhere they'll be happy, carefully monitored, well feed, kept busy having fun & loved. Yes, I said loved! The peace of mind you receive will be priceless. I am lucky to have found Belmont Village and I am grateful to have my Mommie reside there.

Belmont Village Oak Park seemed a little sterile, and I didn't see a lot of residents down in the lobby. There wasn't a lot of activity, but it was OK. Everything was a la carte, so whatever extra things you would need, it would add to the price. The place was nice, but I did not get a warm feeling from the staff or from the residents.

I’m here at Belmont Village Senior Living Oak Park. It’s excellent. The staff is very good. The rooms are airy, light, and nice-sized. Their food is excellent -- big quality and big selections.

Belmont Village of Oak Park was a nice place but did not fit our needs. The facility felt like a senior living home, which I don't think is a good fit for my mother-in-law because she was younger than the residents there, and they did not look lively, although we did see them doing activities. The staff was nice. The rooms were clean and nice. The common areas were well kept, clean, and nice, but as soon as we walked in, the energy felt sad. It wasn’t as lively as I expected it to be.

I chose Belmont Village because it specializes in memory care, and my father has been diagnosed with dementia. The rooms are nice. Both my parents are there, and my mother complains that there is not a lot of variety of food. Basically, it is the same menu every day except for one special that changes. The portions are small, but they do get three meals a day. They have a shuttle van that takes them to doctor appointments and to various local stores. There are three things that I like about them. First, the memory care because if his condition deteriorates, they have a separate floor and activities which not all places have. Second, I can get there by public transportation. Third, I like that it looks smaller. It is not a huge place, so I am hoping that it will give them a little bit more personalized care, and they do have a nurse on staff 24 hours a day on every floor.