The Best Nursing Home Communities in Cook County, IL

"It is a faith-based community -- which is important to us -- and they're taking very good care of my husband. It's run by the Franciscan communities. They have a mass there everyday which he really likes. They have several buildings; it's on 17 acres, and it's a big place, but I'm only familiar with the memory care place. The staff was very friendly and very outgoing, and they really do a fine job as far as I'm concerned. The meals are good. He has a very nice room, and he can have his own furniture in his room. They have a lot of outings that they take him to with the other residents. We've been very pleased with Addolorata Villa. "

"My parents are in Marian Village. It's very nice and very clean. The residents are all smiling, and they look really happy there. The place is beautiful, and looks like a resort. Everybody is wonderful, the food is great, and they have a lot of activities to do. They take them to the stores and theaters, and have woodworking and crafts."

"The admissions staff of a facility can make a great difference in choosing a skilled nursing facility. Radford Green’s admissions representative Bea played an important part in our family’s deciding on Radford Green at Sedgebrook for my wife’s post-hospital skilled nursing rehab. Bea was knowledgeable, upbeat, answered our many questions, and gave a comprehensive tour, including introducing us to the director of nursing. She gave us a comfort level that we did not feel elsewhere. The hallway lighting throughout the facility was bright during the day, adding to the upbeat feeling in the facility. An added plus is that all the patient rooms are one-person rooms. My wife received overall good care from all the nurses on 3-East. Upon admission we were first welcomed and oriented by nurse Marina. Marina has an outgoing personality, is very competent, and we always looked forward to her afternoon/evening shifts. The morning shift nurse Ann is also very knowledgeable and competent, with a serious, no-nonsense approach. The CNAs were generally helpful, our favorite being Yadi who often went above and beyond to help my wife. The front desk at Radford Green’s entrance was manned during the day by Natalie. I appreciated that she made me feel welcome when I came in every day to visit my wife, with a “Hi, how are you?” greeting. She is knowledgeable about the facility, helpful, and is a great asset to the facility. No nursing home is perfect. While, overall, Radford Green was excellent, there were times when responses to the call button were slow. And there was an entry-level non-medical staff person who, at this stage of career, seemed to lack some basic job-relevant knowledge and who could probably benefit from some coaching on customer-service skills and follow-up. Nevertheless, we would strongly lean toward returning to Radford Green should it become necessary again in the future."

"The facility is clean, secure and really provide excellent care to their residents. "

"Great facility with lots of care and concern for their residents. One of the best facilities on the west side of Chicago. I would recommend this home to any of my friends or family. "

"I think Mayfield Care Center is wonderful. My mother is not experiencing being lonely. I go there at least once every other day, and she's safe. She has a room, a bed, a cabinet where she put her clothes in, and a sink. The only thing they don't have is private bathrooms. She shares a bathroom with one person. It's like in a hotel where there's a door between you and the other hotel room. They have an activity room, and there were two ladies that came to visit and they were reading and discussing scenarios and stuff like that. There are different activities. I'm just as motivated by all the other people there. We played cards there one day. There were different people saying hello, so my mother is not lonely. The staff members are friendly and attentive, and they know her. She is doing fine there. I like the interaction. They love her, and she loves them. Pricing is reasonable. It's a perfect match for my mom."

"This is really not some place I would recommend unless the person was destitute. The facility is on Cermak Avenue in Cicero and when I was there there were several residents who seemed like they were "hanging" out in front. One man asked me if I were an inspector when I came to the entrance because I was wearing a dress. That was a kind of foreshadowing of things to come. The building itself seems like a psychiatric institution where poor people go to stay. Out of place was the woman behind the desk who had a friendly professional and helpful manner. The lobby consisted of a couple of chairs, not much else. There was also a vending machine room for patients. The furniture was sparse, not that clean and uninviting. Making my way upstairs in the elevators was none too pleasant. The elevators were slow and crowded. Residents were getting on and off in a variety of conditions. Getting on the elevators there were many bad smells from patients with poor hygiene. On the floors, the activity rooms were ugly with mismatched furniture and was dirty. Overall the staff were helpful, professional and kind trying to make the best out of a bad situation. "

"While a lot of hospitals have done away with skilled care units on site, Rush Oak Park has maintained theirs. This is a unit licensed as skilled nuring beds, just like a nursing home, but within the hospital. This offers a nice alternative typically for elderly people who need sub-acute level rehab and therapy that allows them to potentially avoid having to go to a nursing home to receive it. Therapy services here are less intense than one is required to participate in when in the acute level rehab program, which is also available at the hospital. Rush Oak Park Hospital is on the western edge of Oak Park, readily accessible by public transit and close to the expressway. The skilled care unit is on the fifth floor and residents do not typically venture off the unit during their stay. The unit offers a large dining room and has a nicely appointed therapy area, but no real common areas for visiting. The rooms are typical hospital rooms which are set up for two beds, but are often only utilized for one person per room, which is nice for the patients. The food is average hospital fare, and sometimes patients complain that it offers too little variety. The staff is overall fantastic, and tend to have less turnover than one would find in many nursing home rehab units. Care rendered is kind, compassionate and appropriate. For people hoping to get home after rehab, they are fortunate if they are able to take advantage of this program. "

Oak Park Oasis is a senior living provider located in Oak Park, IL. It offers a variety of care types including Skilled Nursing Care, Short-term Rehabilitation Care, Hospice Care, and Respite Care. This means that residents can receive the specific type of support they need, whether it's ongoing nursing care or temporary assistance during recovery. The facility has different room options to accommodate residents' preferences, including Private Rooms and Semi-Private Rooms, ensuring a level of comfort and privacy for everyone. The rooms at Oak Park Oasis come with certain amenities that make the living space comfortable and convenient. While the specific amenities in each room can vary, some rooms are available with full kitchens, allowing residents the option to prepare their own meals if they choose. The community also provides a range of amenities designed to enhance the living experience. Residents can enjoy Organized Activities/Programs, Flexible Visitation Hours, and a variety of Social and Spiritual Activities/Programs. For those who like to stay connected, WiFi/internet Access is available, and for personal care, there are Salon Services. Health & Wellness Activities/Programs, Entertainment Activities/Programs, and Facilitated Field Trips/Outings are also part of the community's offerings. In terms of services, Oak Park Oasis is well-equipped to support the health and well-being of its residents. Nurses and Therapists are on staff to provide necessary medical care, including Physical and Occupational Therapy/Rehabilitation. Medication Management/Services and Special Diets/Dietary Accommodations ensure that residents' health care needs are met. The community accepts various insurance plans, which can be helpful for managing costs. Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) is available for those who need extra help. Additionally, the staff is trained in Mental Health Care, and services like Housekeeping, Medical Transportation, and access to a Nutrition Specialist are part of the comprehensive care provided at Oak Park Oasis.

"My sister was transferred from her Sandburg Terrace. condo to Central Nursing Home because she could no longer care for herself, despite 5 day/week in-home personal care due to the progressive effects of "chemo brain" on her function. No one wants to leave their home but she has been very comfortable there. I visited frequently and, although it is not luxurious, I always found the facility to be clean, my sister's room clean and tidy and her bed comfortable. The "hands-on" Administrative Director works closely with his staff as they give gentle, kind care to the residents and their families. My sister has gained weight and is now strong enough to get out of her bed by herself to use her walker or wheel chair. She is always clean and neat when I visit and repeatedly says she is comfortable."

"I was on a hunt for a good assisted living facility for a friend. So I decided to check this place out. My first impression of this place was not good. The vibe of the facility was negative. It was an older facility, not clean at all. As I was receiving my tour, I quickly glanced in the rooms and noticed uncleaned food trays laying around. I wonder if it's like that all the time. In any case, there is no reason for a home to not be clean and sanitary at all times. I cut my tour short and never looked back. "

"A few months back, I heard a friend who I had met many years ago was residing at Park House. So I decided to pay her a visit. The facility was smaller than I expected and in comparison to other homes, definitely smaller than the homes that I had visited in the past. It was surely a more intimate environment with a smaller staff and less residents. The place was pretty clean, cozy and the staff seemed friendly. I was only there for about thirty minutes and I noticed that the staff came in twice to check up on my friend. That's pretty good considering how some facilities rarely check up on their residents. I had a pretty good experience and I plan to visit my friend soon. "

"Schwab Rehabilitation Ctr Snu was an excellent facility. They took care of me and they gave me outstanding rehab. It was a very clean place. Housekeeping came in twice a day. They got white floors and I never saw a mark on the floor. Housekeeping was busy all the time and they kept the windows clean. The supervisors were always on the inspection. Whenever I go to rehab, they check if everything is clean before they start doing anything to me. The CNAs were also very good. The staff was very attentive. They asked what I needed, and they talked to me. If something wasn't right, they tried to correct it right away. They tried to be there in less than 5 minutes when I called them. They came in and checked on me every hour. In the 7 weeks that I was there, I think I got 6 months' worth of rehab."

"My mother in law was in Alden’s for about 8months,the worst part of Alden was the smell sometimes it could smell really bad, and sometimes it smelled very pleasant I guess it depended on who worked that day. but for the most part it was a great experience, I loved the nurses assistants,Kim,Keyana,and Thurman,just to name a few,there was a few more but I didn’t get there names. I really appreciated all that they did.Thank you soooo much,you are great at what you do. I miss you guys,stay encouraged,and stay the great care givers that you are.your greatness is not unappreciated.you all are the best.oh I forgot to mention that Alden floors is the cleanest floors I have seen.keep up the good work."