The director at Solstice Senior Living at Palatine was fantastic. We're very impressed with him. The only reason I would've considered going there was because of his excellent ideas for how he was going to improve things and what he has done already as far as upgrading some of the units. However, the dining room was kind of gloomy and when you come up, the entrance had chairs with residents sitting out in front, which was not a wonderful greeting. The entrance needs to be made open, more welcoming and there has to be another place for people to sit if they want to sit outside. As you're driving up, it's hard to even get in because of so many chairs sitting out there. The lunch we had was okay. It's the least expensive of any of the places we looked at.
Solstice Senior Living at Palatine
Offers Independent Living
26 Reviews
55 S Greeley St, Palatine, IL 60067
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Solstice Senior Living at Palatine
Independent Living Reviews for Solstice Senior Living at Palatine
October 18, 2019
I visited this facility
November 09, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
I found a place for my sister. It is called Solstice Senior Living at Palatine. It is adequate. The price is good. The people seem very friendly. The place looks very nice. The staff members are very helpful and knowledgeable. They have everything that she needs from physical therapy to a nice dining area. I like the people too. A few people have visited her in her room.
October 31, 2017
I visited this facility
My impression of Tamarack was very good. The rooms and amenities were excellent. For the price, it was very inclusive with what they offered. If you hire an outside helper, they'll let you stay there if you need assistance, but they don't provide medical care. The dining area was beautiful and they provide three meals a day. They have a lot of turnover and even with the management. They were bought some time during the last 3-year period, so things have changed, and they hire a lot of local high school students to wait on the tables.
May 22, 2017
I visited this facility
I liked Tamarack a lot. The staff was very nice. The place was very clean and kept up very nicely. There wasn't a smell, so it was nice. We only saw the demo room, but it was nice. Other than the fact that there were some old people, you would never know it was a senior community.
May 09, 2017
I visited this facility
Tamarack's rooms were nice, but the building had an unsecure kind of a feeling. The entry way was dark and small. It was a nice, clean place, but I got a bad impression right off the bat.
April 19, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My dad is very happy at Tamarack. He gets three meals a day, and there are plenty of activities that have been keeping him busy. So far, everything has been good. They have bingo and Wii bowling, and go out on weekly trips like to a restaurant or a movie. I noticed that they have some art classes and exercise classes, and different card games. The staff come in and clean my dad's room once a week. I haven't seen any problems with it. One thing that we like about Tamarack is that my dad has a pendant that he can wear, and even if he is out at a store and he pushes that, someone will respond to him. That is a big plus.
March 26, 2017
I visited this facility
I like Tamarack. The first thing that popped out was it was clean. The staff was very nice. I enjoyed the whole visit. They have a chapel. They have a couple of family meeting room-type things. They have arts and crafts. We had lunch; the food was OK. I like the location where it is. It’s so close to downtown Palatine, and it’s in a neighborhood that gives you a homey feeling.
December 15, 2016
I visited this facility
I visited Tamarack. The place was very upbeat and had a homey environment. They were living, not just existing. I was very impressed.
December 05, 2016
I visited this facility
We were not impressed at all with Tamarack. The building was much older, and the room wasn't something we wanted to think about. The staff who assisted us was fine; she presented everything they had, but we just did not care for the facility. They did have some activities, there was an activity room where they could do crafts, and there were ladies in the beauty shop. The dining area was clean, neat, and bright.
September 11, 2016
I visited this facility
I visited Tamarack, which was in my neighborhood. It was an older building, but it was clean and convenient, and they have their own bus for transportation if you needed to visit your doctor. I found the units to be very small with no washer and dryer inside. It was reasonable and not exceptionally expensive. The associate who showed me around was very informative. There were big rooms for activities, like entertainment, to play games, or to have a speaker. I also saw the dining area which looked very nice.
May 10, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I was impressed with Tamarack. The rooms were very nice. They have activities like outings but my sister did not participate too much in their activities. The dining area has ample space with nice arrangement of the tables and a pleasant entry, clean and sociable, not cafeteria-style. The people there all seemed to be pleased with the facility.
December 21, 2015
I visited this facility
Tamarack is a very nice facility. I like its location. The patients seemed to be very well cared for. The facility was clean, and the staff were fantastic. I had lunch with them, and everything was very good. They have exercise programs, entertainment programs, especially on Saturdays, (when) entertainers coming in. They have games, like bingo, too.
December 10, 2015
I visited this facility
We visited Tamarack. It was nice and clean but a little old. The rooms weren't bad. We would be downsizing, but that's OK. They were nice and kept clean.
November 30, 2015
I visited this facility
Tamarack was a very nice place. Everyone was friendly and accepting of the new person. I enjoyed the people there. The thing that I was unhappy about personally was that the laundry was only on the floor and not in the apartment. They also do not provide parking, and that was important to me at that time. They have noisy air conditioning and also lack storage units; those were the negative things.
October 30, 2015
I visited this facility
Tamarack was fine, but I can't afford what they have. The food was very good, the rooms were fine, and the cleanliness was good. The staff seemed friendly and helpful.
October 28, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My friend has already been placed at Tamarack. The rooms are nice. The staff is good. The dining room does leave a little bit to be desired. They should have a wider variety of food. Sometimes at night, they just order pizzas out for everybody, and it is not really a treat when it is done a couple of times a week.
July 20, 2015
I visited this facility
One of my favorite ones that I visited was a Holiday retirement called Tamarack Palatine. Had mom opted to stay in Illinois, this is exactly where she would have moved. I absolutely loved it. I just liked the whole concept. It is in an urban setting, it is like a high-rise apartment building, it was clean, and the atmosphere was comfortable. You could tell that the people who lived there enjoyed being there, liked being there, and all of that. Every staff person I met was just wonderful. It was a good feeling when I walked in. I was there for probably a couple of hours, and I was impressed.
June 30, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We placed my grandmother at the Tamarack in Palatine, and she is actually moving in next week. I was very impressed with it. I thought they had a lot of very nice amenities for the seniors. Safety was a big concern of mine, and I was very pleased with their safety system. I think she is going to love it there. I thought it was very homey, and it was not too big, which is what I like. I like it a lot. It makes you feel that you are moving into someone's home. We just felt that the Tamarack was the best choice for her.
January 29, 2015
I visited this facility
At Tamarack, everyone was very friendly -- the workers and the residents. I did have lunch with a couple of staff, and they were pleasant. They have miniature ponies that come and visit.
November 14, 2014
I visited this facility
The one I like the most of the facilities I've visited is Tamarack, but it just didn’t suit our needs. The only issue that we thought it wouldn’t work for us is the security issue. I don’t want my dad to wander off and they don’t have security. As far as the facility itself, we love it. Everything was clean and they offer a lot of activities. The rooms were of nice size and the price was OK.
November 05, 2014
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My mother stayed at Tamarack. It was not bad. It really was a matter of the people working there at that time and turnover seemed to be high in that industry. So, it was really what you were working with that made the difference. In Tamarack, there were good and bad, but there were mostly good. They had apartments. My mother had a one-bedroom apartment. It had good size bedroom with a queen bed in it. It had room for dresser, a chair and a closet. The living room was also in a good size. She had a both a couch and a love seat combination in there with room for her TV and her kitchen table as well.
The food was OK. I ate there a few times. It tended to be overcooked -- perhaps that's because most people there would prefer that way. It was easier to digest and swallow. They had a fruit table and had some seasonal fruits that were there 24/7. They had tables with tablecloths. Sometimes they had entertainment like a piano player or games or whatever. They tried to make it much fun as possible. I would say it was worth looking at. It was fine. It was a four-story building with about 300 units over all. It had different things on the different floors.
September 23, 2014
I visited this facility
Everything at the Tamarack looked fine. The staff was very accommodating. We had lunch there and then I went a second time and I brought my daughter with us and she also thought it was nice. The food was good and they had a nice selection too. The dining area wasn't really that big, but there was enough room for the people and it had good service because of their waiters and everything. It was pretty good. The residents that we saw and came in contact with seemed to be happy and satisfied.
August 30, 2014
I visited this facility
We took a brief tour at Tamarack and I liked it a lot. I think it would be perfect for her because it’s independent. The rooms were very nice as well as the staff. They have a bus that takes the residents to their doctor's appointments. They also watch movies and have all kinds of clubs, like crocheting club.
May 29, 2014
I visited this facility
I visited Tamarack, and I liked it very much. It was very nice. The staff was absolutely excellent. The rooms were very nice and absolutely spacious. They have activities, from your average, everyday reading, to church, to piano, and all sorts of nice things.
May 14, 2013
I visited this facility
Tamarack was nicely done although it was not brand new. They had all the services you needed like assisted living if you need to transfer. The location was also convenient for me. The staff were really friendly and nice, but the price was very expensive.
November 07, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Tamarack is a wonderful community for people you love and care about to live. The staff was cheerful, kind and considerate. They developed a sense of community amongst their residents by always having many different activities. My Grams is a foodie, I was delighted to find the food they served was restaurant quality, served on china in a beautiful dining room. Of course they could take their meals in their apartments, but my Grams really looked forward to meeting her new friends for meals. They also had rooms our family could use to have parties, We had a Christmas Party with over 50 people. My Grandmother's apartment was charming, cozy, but spacious. It has beautiful, built-in bookshelves in the living room, lots of windows, a dining room big enough for Gram's dining room furniture. A kitchen, with all the amenities a cook needs. Her bedroom was spacious and conducive for resting. Her bathroom was outfitted with all the necessary equipment, even her shower was special in that it had a chair, and a hand nozzle that was easy for her to use. They have amenities such as a beauty parlor, exercise machines, a chapel, and lots of caring staff. My grandmother could not be in better care.
Questions about Solstice Senior Living at Palatine
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Solstice Senior Living at Palatine. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our residents range in age from early 70's to late 90's. We hold 300+ activities every month that appeal to a wide variety of interests. They include exercise, card games, trivia, and arts and crafts.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
We are in downtown Palatine, so within walking distance or a short drive to shops and restaurants.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Solstice Senior Living at Palatine has organized?
There are numerous events scheduled every month, including excursions to museums, parks, restaurants and the farmers' market.
What transportation services does Solstice Senior Living at Palatine offer to independent living residents?
Our residents may utilize the Solstice van for transportation to scheduled events and to other destinations within a fifteen mile radius of our building.
What makes the chef or dining program at Solstice Senior Living at Palatine exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
We serve three meals daily, with seven main course choices at each one. There also is a complimentary snack bar that is open 24/7.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
There are common areas on all floors, including a card room, a library, a fitness room and a rooftop terrace.
What safety features or security measures does Solstice Senior Living at Palatine offer to independent living residents?
Our outside doors are locked at 6:00 pm and require a key to open.
If Solstice Senior Living at Palatine accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Dogs and cats are welcome.
Costs for Solstice Senior Living at Palatine
Services and Amenities of Solstice Senior Living at Palatine
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
- Dining Extra: Private Dining Room
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Hiking Trails
- Tv Room
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Lectures Discussions
- Wii Sports
- Fitness Room
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
General
- Minimum Age: 55
Costs
About Solstice Senior Living at Palatine
Independent living is just that, you live independently enjoying the company of your friends and neighbors while we provide the convenience of restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, laundry, transportation services and much more. We believe you have earned the right to a care-free lifestyle. Let us do the daily chores so you can do the daily fun!
