
Reviews of Brookdale Oak Park
Assisted Living Reviews for Brookdale Oak Park
February 21, 2023
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January 03, 2023
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July 05, 2022
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June 22, 2021
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December 18, 2020
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April 03, 2020
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April 01, 2020
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July 25, 2018
I am/was a resident of this facility
November 07, 2016
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May 20, 2015
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May 18, 2015
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November 17, 2014
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September 12, 2014
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August 26, 2014
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Independent Living Reviews for Brookdale Oak Park
April 03, 2022
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October 07, 2021
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August 30, 2021
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July 09, 2021
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February 28, 2021
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February 07, 2021
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February 06, 2021
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February 06, 2021
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April 11, 2020
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February 20, 2020
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June 26, 2018
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November 26, 2016
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May 12, 2016
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May 10, 2016
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June 29, 2015
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May 24, 2015
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January 18, 2015
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Questions about Brookdale Oak Park
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale Oak Park. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our residents in Assisted Living have an average age of 86. About half have primarily physical needs while the others have cognitive impairment or memory loss.
What programs or activities does Brookdale Oak Park offer to enrich residents' well-being?
We offer a rich assortment of activities including exercise, book club, singing, arts, and lectures.
What places are near Brookdale Oak Park or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Brookdale Oak Park is in the heart of downtown Oak Park. We are within a block of a beautiful park, shopping, restaurants, and the library. There is a Target store and a Trader Joe’s within walking distance.
What transportation services does Brookdale Oak Park offer to assisted living residents?
Scheduled van service to grocery stores and pharmacies and to events. We also have a town car with a dedicated driver that is free up to three miles for doctor’s appointments.
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Oak Park exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Residents select from a menu of freshly prepared meals with new specials daily.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Oak Park offer to assisted living residents?
Each resident receives an emergency pendant and uses a daily check in system.
How does Brookdale Oak Park keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Brookdale fosters open communication between families, nursing staff, AL Director, and Executive Director
If Brookdale Oak Park accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Yes pets are allowed. There are several walking areas around the building.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Staff receives monthly safety training on a wide variety of topics.
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Brookdale Oak Park. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Independent Living residents vary in age from their mid-sixties on up. Residents tend to gravitate towards educational and cultural events. However, we provide a wide variety of opportunities including fitness, musical entertainment, book clubs, art classes, and more.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Brookdale Oak Park is in the heart of downtown Oak Park. We are within a block of a beautiful park, shopping, restaurants, and the library. There is a Target store and a Trader Joe’s within walking distance. We are also two blocks from Chicago’s commuter and local train service to Chicago.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Brookdale Oak Park has organized?
Music at Millennium Park in Chicago, Art Institute of Chicago, dinner at area restaurant, Chicago Botanical Center,
What transportation services does Brookdale Oak Park offer to independent living residents?
Scheduled van service to grocery stores and pharmacies and to events. We also have a town car with a dedicated driver that is free up to three miles for medical and other appointments.
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Oak Park exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Residents select from a menu of freshly prepared meals with new specials daily.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Rooftop outdoor terrace, Library, Beauty Shop, Billiards Table, Art and Craft Room, Card Tables, Great Room, Movie and Meeting Room, Private Dining Room
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Oak Park offer to independent living residents?
Each resident receives an emergency pendant and uses a daily check in system.
If Brookdale Oak Park accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We do accept dogs and cats. We have some outdoor space on property and there is a beautiful park half a block away.
Does Brookdale Oak Park work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
We have many physicians who have clinics on site. We have our own Out Patient and Home Health Therapy services.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Oak Park provide to protect residents who wander?
We address each resident’s needs individually.
Costs for Brookdale Oak Park in Oak Park, Illinois
Services and Amenities of Brookdale Oak Park in Oak Park, Illinois
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchens
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Health services
- Skilled Nursing
- Medication Management
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
- Pharma
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Religious Services
- Fitness Room
- Arts And Crafts
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Diet
- Diabetic
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
Languages
- English
- Spanish
General
- Resident Capacity: 188
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Types of care
- Walking Wheelchair Assistance
Licenses
- State Licenses: 5100786
Costs
About Brookdale Oak Park in Oak Park, Illinois
Brookdale Oak Park provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our Brookdale community delivers Inspired Independent Living, with the promise of Exceptional Experiences Everyday. In choosing this community, our residents have made a conscious lifestyle decision designed to deliver enhanced opportunities for pursuing health and life fulfillment through the exceptional services, amenities and opportunities we offer. And, our residents can rest assured that as their needs change we provide a variety of ancillary services and a Personalized Assisted Living environment that encourages our residents to continue to live as they please while respecting individual preferences.
Our Optimum Life® and Celebrations programs provide an all-encompassing way of life that touches the lives of our residents, their families and associates alike. Optimum Life® is a journey of self-discovery including services, features and benefits that allow each resident to pursue their peak level of health, wholeness and fulfillment while balancing six key dimensions of personal wellness: emotional, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual and purposeful. As part of Optimum Life® we encourage our residents to celebrate life each day. Inspired dining and vibrant lifestyle activities come together in our Celebrations program filling the monthly calendar with themed experiences, special events and group activities that highlight different cultures and cuisines in a common venue of camaraderie.
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