Memory Care Communities in Glenview, IL

"My wife transitioned to Emerald Place in November 2019, after almost five years of home care for her Alzheimer’s Disease. That gave me a few months to become familiar with all aspects of life at Emerald Place prior to the pandemic visiting practices that began in March 2020. My selection of Emerald Place was based on feedback from a family member who visited several memory care communities and my own visit to Emerald Place. From the moment I started my tour, I knew that I had found an outstanding home for my wife – up-to-date, state-of-the art facilities with a staff that is proficient, caring and enthusiastic about working with the residents. Day- in and day-out, the upbeat disposition of the staff is felt by the residents who show their happiness. Emerald Place may be likened to a cruise ship – dining areas at the “stern” and activity areas at the “bow,” so residents are on the move many times each day as they transition between the areas, plus there is a lovely protected courtyard area and porches to enjoy during warmer weather. Just like a cruise ship, entertainment is offered on a regular basis along with bingo, flower arranging, exercise classes, religious services and more. The monthly activity calendar shows that every day is carefully planned for maximum resident enjoyment. Special events in 2020 include an appearance by the Jesse White Tumblers, Sheila Tulley Irish Dancers, Big Band Night, Hawaiian Luau, Cinco de Mayo, Elvis Presley and more. The rooms are spacious, bright, cheerful, well ventilated and each has excellent views of the surrounding neighborhood. No one looks out at a nearby wall. Meals are served in a formal dining room with a broad range of food to satisfy all tastes. A valuable, distinguishing feature of Emerald Place is the broad range of in-house services, a huge benefit for residents who may be challenged dealing with travel to off-site appointments. The upscale, full-service Kosoff salon takes care of all grooming needs. Physical and occupational therapists are equipped for onsite services. Remarkably, a dentist visits Emerald Place for a full range of dental services. A podiatrist visits regularly. Most importantly, in-house primary care is provided by a medical group that include physician assistants who see residents on a weekly basis. That enables them to be proactive to adjust medications promptly and address other emerging needs. The management team at Emerald Place is a high-energy, efficient group that is well liked by the staff and residents. They set a positive, pervasive tone that keeps spirits high, a critical element as everyone manages all aspects of life during the pandemic. Their professionalism shines as they proficiently manage pandemic challenges. Management meets with family members on a regular basis, plus there is a family support group and a book club, all elements that create a strong family feeling at Emerald Place – we’re all in this together! Lastly, if you would like to talk about my experience at Emerald Place, please ask the management for my contact information. "

"We visited Belmont Village of Glenview for my parents. We love this facility. The reason we liked it is because they would allow my parents to stay on the same room, but they have different programs like my mom can go to their circle of friends for memory care and my dad is independent. We also liked that they have an all-inclusive plan. They have a geriatrician staff and that is important and they have a licensed nurse staff 24 hours a day and these are important to us because of my mom. Their dining area is very nice and cozy. We looked at their menus and they are very healthy and they looked good with many choices. The rooms are kind of small, but their prices are very competitive. "

"Sunrise of Park Ridge was very nice, looked very new, everything looked very fresh, very clean, and it was a brighter looking place, just the way it was constructed. The staff seemed very friendly. I had a very nice tour there. The dining area looked very nice. There was an activity going on, and there were people milling around. It was very relaxed, quiet, and it had a very positive atmosphere. It seemed like it would be a nice place to drive to and park."

"Arden Courts of Northbrook was a really excellent place for Alzheimer's patients. The rooms were small but nice and clean. The staff that I met seemed very professional and very caring. They had sing-alongs. There were small dining areas in four different wings, so that the patients don't have to go far to eat. The staff know the patients and the patients know the staff. They're comfortable because they know where they are and what they're supposed to be doing, which is important for Alzheimer's patients. "

"It takes time to let your family member settle into a facility and it takes time to adjust. It took my family time as well, and we are extremely pleased with the care our family member has received. The second floor is beautiful and feels like home to the residents. We toured a handful of memory care facilities, and we are thankful the residents are able to have a place like North Shore Place that is clean, safe, calming, and full of people who care about them and want the best for them. As a family member, it is extremely difficult to give up the full time care of your loved one and give it to people you do not know. When you give up the care, you also hope that your loved one is taken care of in the way that you would. From our time at North Shore Place, we can tell you first hand that our family member is treated how we would treat her. The thought of every giving up our care to a Memory Care facility was painful to even imagine, but North Shore Place has changed our views for the better. The staff on the second floor are phenomenal and extremely hard working. If anyone has not had the opportunity to experience what these CNAs, nurses, directors, and activity staff members do each and everyday with a positive, kind, caring, and loving attitude, then we highly suggest you come look at what they do and be incredibly thankful for it all. Our family member is clean, happy, and well cared for on a daily basis. Most importantly, our family member is treated with what we'd want most for her: respect and dignity. Our family member can not do many things independently and she is always supported and never in her room. The staff do everything they can to keep her engaged. Our family member has had multiple hospitalizations and the follow-up and follow through from the staff has been exceptional. Not only do the staff members care about each and every resident, but they care about the families involved. Alzheimer’s Disease not only takes a toll on the person themselves, but also takes a tremendous toll on the family. The staff on the Memory Care floor at North Shore Place have treated our family member and our family like their own. They care, they are loyal and trustworthy, and they are always there for us through everything. It is extremely hard to engage people who have a degenerative disease; however, the staff at North Shore Place put their all into keeping EVERY one of the residents engaged to the best of their ability. It is not an easy job, but they do it with grace and class. When we watch the staff try to engage the residents, we see their passion and love for their jobs. The Director of Nursing (Grace) is outstanding. When we’ve needed anything medically related or a sounding board for our family member’s medical conditions, Grace has been there and has always had answers for us. Her follow through with us and the nursing staff is exceptional and she greatly cares about our family and all the other families. The Director of Activities (Leah) works incredibly hard to find activities and programs that keep the residents engaged and happy. She is always there for our family and is open to trying new innovative programs to engage the residents. The Director of the Memory Care Unit (Christine) is everything we could ever want in someone overseeing the care of our family member and more. Nothing in life is ever perfect, but when you come to Christine, she takes everything head on and is willing to drop anything for you and your loved one. Christine is always there to talk to, ask for advice, or help you navigate through the hardships of this disease. Our family has never met a more dedicated, passionate, and kind-hearted director/person then Christine. Watching our family memory deteriorate with Alzheimer’s has been the hardest thing our family has ever gone through, but with the staff on the second floor, Christine, Leah, and Grace on our team, we have hope again and we feel more at peace. It takes a very special person to work with this population, and the staff at North Shore Place have our 100% support and gratitude. When we walk into North Shore Place and then go up to the Memory Care floor, we always comment to one another that we feel like family. We would highly recommend the Memory Care unit at North Shore Place to any family unfortunately going through this devastating disease with a loved one. Our family is incredibly thankful for North Shore Place and know we chose the perfect place for our family member. Thank you North Shore Place staff for all that you do and for the exceptional care you provide on a daily basis. We are forever grateful. "

The Montclair is a Luxury Assisted Living and Memory Care community opening early 2024 in Morton Grove, IL. As a company, we did extensive research to see where we can fill in the gaps of what senior needs are and what is missing in the local market. What we learned during our research was that the senior living industry has become so high-priced that many seniors cannot afford to get quality community-based care to support their activities of daily living or memory impairment. Much of the senior living industry has forgotten about the main purpose of senior living: quality, accessible resident care. We decided as a company to change this. The Montclair of Morton Grove will offer luxury senior living to our residents at an affordable price, allowing for accessibility to help those in need.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - Health Care Regulation