Residents describe attentive staff who respond quickly when help is needed.
Across the reviews, families frequently highlight staff who are friendly, professional, and genuinely engaged with residents. Several accounts specifically mention prompt assistanceāwhether for day-to-day needs, helping residents get to meals and activities, or responding after a resident rings for help. A number of reviewers also describe nurses and aides as caring and supportive, including for mobility and fall-risk situations.
common22 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Activities are a big part of daily life, with many options for different interests.
Residents and families repeatedly point to a busy activities calendar that goes beyond basic outings. Reviews mention live entertainment, religious services and Bible study, arts and crafts, games and parties, and scheduled daily activities. Some reviewers also describe how activities were adapted during COVID-related restrictions while still keeping residents occupied.
differentiator12 reviews mention this
Dining is restaurant-style
Dining stands out, with meals described as restaurant-style and enjoyable.
Multiple reviews connect everyday life here with the dining experience, describing a dining room that feels more like a restaurant than a cafeteria. Families also mention the food being excellent, balanced, and tailored to special dietary needs when required. Several reviewers add details about how waitstaff learn residentsā preferences and make meals feel more personal.
common10 reviews mention this
Care support for changing needs
Care includes hands-on assistance with daily needs and medical routines.
Reviews describe that residents receive support with daily activities and care tasks as needs change, including help with mobility and personal care. Families also mention nursing staff and medication-related support, with quick assistance when residents need help. One reviewer describes added assistance after Alzheimerās progressed, including support for bathing and dressing.
common7 reviews mention this
COVID precautions were strongly emphasized
Residents and families consistently discuss strong COVID precautions and safety procedures.
Several reviews reference lockdowns and changes to routines, including how meals and activities were handled differently during restrictions. Others emphasize that the community maintained COVID-free outcomes during the pandemic period they experienced. Families also mention ongoing precautions and communication, describing peace of mind during times when they could not visit as freely.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Value and included meal plan
Some reviewers frame the pricing as reasonable or a bargain.
A few reviews discuss value directly, including the idea that monthly fees are reasonable and that meals being included helps make it feel like a good tradeoff. That said, at least one review expresses the opposite concern, calling it overpriced. Taken together, pricing sentiment isnāt uniform across residents and families.
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Features
Housing
50 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Cafe
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
General store
Golf
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Hiking trails
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool
TV room
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Personal care assistants
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Arts and crafts
Community-sponsored activities
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Live musical performances
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Marcotte Medical Group (2.8 miles)
Medina Health Care (3 miles)
Kids First Pediatrics On 30 (5.1 miles)
Aunt Martha's Health Care (5.1 miles)
Hammond Clinic (5.5 miles)
Northwest Oral Surgeons (6.6 miles)
Hoehn Medical Center (6.6 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
Walgreens (4.1 miles)
Walgreens (4.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.4 miles)
Walgreens (5.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (6 miles)
Walgreens (6.1 miles)
Hospitals
Franciscan St Margaret Health (4.2 miles)
Franciscan Health Chicago Heights (5.3 miles)
Franciscan Health (5.3 miles)
Elisabeth Ludeman Center (6.8 miles)
Franciscan Health Emergency Department Munster (7.2 miles)
Franciscan Physicians Hospital (7.3 miles)
Community Hospital (8.2 miles)
Restaurants
Atlantis Gentlemen's Club (4.3 miles)
White Rhino Bar & Grill (4.4 miles)
Taco Bell (5.7 miles)
Skyline Restaurant (5.9 miles)
Brown's Chicken & Pasta (6 miles)
Reicherts Tavern (6.1 miles)
Naan & kabab (6.4 miles)
Cafes
Windmill Brewing (4.4 miles)
Starbucks (5.6 miles)
Panera Bread (7.5 miles)
Starbucks (8.9 miles)
Starbucks (9 miles)
Starbucks (9 miles)
Panera Bread (9.3 miles)
Parks
Heartland Park (4.5 miles)
Briar Creek Park (7.1 miles)
The Park (7.4 miles)
Redar Park (7.5 miles)
Places of Worship
St George Greek Orthodox Church NW Indiana (6.3 miles)
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The guide outlines the complexities of Medicaid coverage for assisted living, highlighting significant state-to-state variations, limited coverage often restricted to personal care services, and the existence of specialized waivers for certain needs like memory care. It advises families to consult local Medicaid offices for options while emphasizing the importance of understanding state-specific regulations and facility policies.
Medicaid coverage for assisted living varies by state and is primarily available to low-income individuals, with eligibility dependent on strict income and asset limits. Some states offer HCBS waivers for specific services in assisted living, but families must generally cover room and board costs, and should verify facility acceptance of Medicaid while considering potential waiting lists.
Medicaid waivers for assisted living services provide vital support for seniors and individuals with disabilities in need of long-term care, with varying state-specific eligibility criteria and benefits. These waivers cover personal care and case management but often do not fully cover room and board, leading to waiting lists for many applicants.
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50 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Cafe
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
General store
Golf
Guest parking
Hiking trails
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Arts and crafts
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Live musical performances
Religious services
Kind therapy staff and well-kept, furnished living spaces.
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