Memory Care Communities in Oak Lawn, IL

"I toured Brookdale Orland Park for a loved one. They were friendly, and the place was well-managed and well kept. They were approachable and knowledgeable. The rooms had a nice design. It appeared clean. I looked at the menu, and it seemed to have a variety of options. I saw an outdoor activity area, a sort of a TV area, and I saw the rooms. The only activities I saw were people gathered together in a room watching TV in the memory care. In the assisted living, I saw bingo. For the memory care, the amenities appeared to be limited to me. It was just a short period of time that I was there, so they seemed to just be sitting there watching TV. I did not see any activity person engaged with them doing anything."

"Bickford of Tinley Park was a gorgeous facility. It was clean, it was nice, and it was brand new. They had an indoor courtyard. It was a nice facility. "

"The service provided at Porter Place are excellent. The staff is very caring and attentive to all resident's needs. They go above and beyond to make sure all residents are happy and cared for. It's one big happy family. P.S. They have the Best Cookies."

"My dad moved from a 4-bedroom house to a studio apartment here 2 1/2 years ago. He loves it. There are people to interact with, supervised exercise, a beautiful dining room with good food, where you order your meal as you would in a restaurant. He has a full kitchen (he likes to bake) and a huge closet - plenty of room he says. The staff are very friendly and helpful and everything is clean and updated. They have church services, wii bowling, bingo, trips on the bus. Communication with families is very good. As I said, Dad loves it and we (the children) feel very comfortable with him there."

"I like the fact that the staff at Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest was very friendly and that every single person is going to get their own individual room. What I didn't like was that they would have to share the bathroom. So they would have a bathroom inside, just a regular toilet, and something to clean their hands, but when it came time for a bath they would have to go to another location for their bathing. I checked out their memory care, and at the time that I was there, I could see the staff interacting with different residents, and they were all very friendly and they looked caring and the residents seemed happy with them. I just didn't see a lot of the things in action. I just saw them at one of their activities, and I saw another couple of rooms where they would be doing activities, and it looked like there would be a lot of interactive opportunities for them. They have a salon and a courtyard. I liked the security of that courtyard. They had it split from moderate to some severe more attention-type scenarios. They had their own system of how they were going to care for them. It looked like they were actually going into their own apartment, and I really liked that, because it made them feel like they were going to their own place."

"We put my mom in Evergreen Senior Living - Orland Park for two weeks. They gave her her medicine, they took her down to her food, and they laid out her clothes for her. They had activities there. They had a Hawaiian evening. The first two weeks, we kind of spent a lot of time with her. We were keeping my mom more active than them. It's our first time putting her in an assisted living place. Everyone was kind of worried, so we wanted to make sure she was good, so we kind of spent a lot of time with her and took turns going and coming. The staff were very understanding, very caring, and very nice. There's nothing negative I can say about them. It's all positive. Of all the facilities I visited, they have the best room. It's a 700-square-foot room. It has a walk-in closet, a big bathroom, a big shower and bathtub, a little kitchen area, and a little dining area. It's the most spacious room in any facility, I think. It's new, so that was kind of encouraging for us. I was able to put a queen-sized bed in there for my mom, and it fit perfectly. Their food was super. They'll take her down to eat, or they'll bring her food to eat. And if she didn't like it, they'll bring her something different. They were like really, really nice and easygoing. There are always snacks out, there's always coffee out, there's always cookies, soft drinks, and water. They always have those available for them. "

"Marian Village is nice all around. It’s a little bit far out but I think they have a bus service. The dining room made us feel like it was a restaurant. The type of food that they serve is good and they have a good collection of food. The staff was very good, helpful and accommodating. The rooms were nice and they have access to the outside which is nice. You can go walking. "

"American House Oak Park was a brand-new facility. The layout was very well thought through. The rooms were nicely laid out in a way that made sense. There's enough room, but not too much room. It was a very modern, up-to-date sort of place. They didn't have a very large population of people living there yet. It was like going into a hotel that's only half empty. They had a dining area, a small workout facility, and some classes that were community-based. The person who gave me the tour was very knowledgeable. The location was kind of off a beaten path. It was a pretty good hike especially for a senior to walk from there to the downtown Oak Park area. There was a grocery store and a pharmacy relatively close by. The L train and the Metra train are a good mile away."

"I toured Arden Courts of South Holland. I love that the residents were able to go in and out of a gated area, and there were many entrances and exits. There was a walking path and plenty of little sittings where they could stop, rest, and look at different flowers. There were raised garden beds, and they had flowers growing. I like that the residents would not feel like they were locked up. The rooms were smaller than the other place, but there were single rooms. They're very nicely appointed. There was a bathroom, but there wasn't a shower. Each wing had like a common shower, and I like that because that means that anytime that the person would be in the shower, they would be accompanied or observed. People can get in the shower by themselves because there's a self-contained bathroom in every room."

"We visited The Roosevelt at Salt Creek's independent living and as far as I'm concerned, the community had only one drawback and that is that they've just started and will be undergoing some renovation for a while. I was concerned that that could be a disturbance and would make it less attractive and comfortable. You don't know for sure, but that's been my experience with those kinds of things. Other than that, I would give them a high rating in just about everything, including their quarters. I liked their rooms a little bit better than any of the other places we saw. Their staff was quite friendly and knowledgeable. The layout was good and they had outdoor areas too. Their eating arrangement looked good. It looked a little bit more complicated to me than some of the other places, but it still looks like a very nice eating arrangement. The residents also have very good interaction with their staff."

"What will we do with mom and dad is not a question our kids had to ask. Mom and dad decided what to do with ourselves by moving into The Clare when it opened in 2008. At The Clare there are many new friends, superb leadership in our management team and excellent services offered to residents by a quality staff, from dining, to an array of activities, ongoing maintenance and housekeeping, transportation provided with a car and bus and a security team of EMTs. Our location in downtown Chicago can't be beat with cultural events nearby, easy access to shopping and services the city offers and lovely walks in the neighborhood and along Lake Michigan. And, of course, the long term care plan means peace of mind for our whole family. It was a good decision to come here years ago and continues to be a wise one, today."

Seniors in the Chicago and Matteson, IL areas rely on Ridgeland Senior Living for compassionate and comprehensive senior care options. Offering specialized services such as assisted living and memory care, Ridgeland Senior Living provides a supportive environment designed to meet a variety of needs. Families can have peace of mind knowing their loved ones are in a secure and caring community dedicated to enhancing quality of life and independence. Ridgeland Senior Living is your new gem in the heart of Chicago’s South Suburbs, just a quick drive from downtown Chicago! Close to Orland Square’s unique shops and dining, our community is packed with perks, including exclusive amenities and cozy accommodations. With a prime location near major highways and Franciscan Health Hospital, Ridgeland Senior Living shows the best of city life paired with hometown charm. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - Health Care Regulation

"I moved my husband from two other memory care facilities. We selected Terra Vista after visiting four other memory care locations. Terra Vista is an excellent facility. The staff are kind and caring and you have the same staff caring for your resident all the time. This is so important for people with Alzheimer’s. They do not bring in any agency staff which is most important. Their director has been there a long time which is also important. So many change directors frequently. The food is good and they have many activities thanks to Elizabeth and staff. Elizabeth sends you pictures of them during the week. Maritiza is assigned to my husband and she is so kind and caring she treats them all like family. They have a beautiful courtyard where you can go outside and enjoy all the flowers, birds, and ducks. I cannot say enough good things about Terra Vista after my first two learning experiences!!!"

For over 100 years, The Pearl of Montclare has had a presence in the community that has empowered residents to live independent and full lives. In addition to providing skilled nursing and long-term care, the Pearl of Montclare proudly serves individuals needing Memory Care in a secured, top floor of our community. We offer our memory support solutions for seniors with early to mid-stage dementia. Located in our sun-filled penthouse, our memory care program is exceptionally person-centric, friendly and secure. We don't fear the aging process -- we embrace it as part of life. Transitioning to a nursing home can be emotionally challenging process. The Pearl of Montclare's team of experienced, compassionate professionals can help you and your love ones feel comfortable that you made the right choice. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - Health Care Regulation