Weinberg Community for Senior Living

Pros

• The facility is above average as a whole.
• Maintenance has been good.
• Some of the food has been really good.
• They offer a decent amount of activities.
• The staff is dedicated and treats everyone like family.
• The community is very upscale.
• They have coverage for your loved one at all times.
• The community offers a nice dining room where residents are encouraged to dress up for meals.
• The food is good and they offer a variety of healthy choices.
• The staff is accommodating and truly cares about each resident.
• It is a very homey, warm feeling at the facility.
• The residents enrich the lives of others at the facility every day.

Cons

• One very big problem is the food. The staff in the dining room is surly and not welcoming.
• The food at Gidwitz is tired, stodgy, floury, and unimaginatively repetitive.
• This low standard of food at Gidwitz is totally inexcusable.
• The staff in the dining room also are not welcoming, and behave like they are doing the residents a favor to serve them.
• The billing has been a little difficult for one person's experience at Weinberg Community.
• Felt it was more of a daycare feeling at one facility.

Review

Weinberg Community, which includes Gidwitz Place and the Friend Center, has received mostly positive reviews from both residents and staff members. While there is room for improvement, overall, it seems to be an above average facility.

According to one reviewer, maintenance at Weinberg Community has been good and they have seen no reason why their loved one or anyone else's shouldn't be there. The food has been described as both really good and average, with some reviewers suggesting that more variety and fresh ingredients would be appreciated. However, it is important to note that the dining room is a nice place where residents are encouraged to dress up for meals.

The activities offered at Weinberg Community seem to be appreciated by both residents and staff members. One staff member mentions that everyone is encouraged and managed to participate in all activities. The community itself is described as clean with pleasant people.

However, not all aspects of Weinberg Community have received glowing reviews. Some reviewers point out issues with the access after the receptionist leaves through the buzzer system in place. There have also been difficulties getting someone on the phone when needed, especially with a recent change in management.

Gidwitz Place at Weinberg Community has generally positive feedback in terms of its assisted living services. Reviewers mention that it is an expensive but nice place with good care provided to residents. The rooms are described as nice but somewhat small. The community offers amenities such as a dining room where residents are encouraged to dress up for meals.

One common complaint regarding Gidwitz Place is its standard of food. Multiple reviewers describe the food as tired, stodgy, repetitive, and lacking freshness and variety. Some even suggest that the staff in the dining room could improve their attitude towards serving residents.

The Friend Center at Weinberg Community receives praise for its programs and activities specifically designed for people with dementia. Staff members are said to be accommodating and genuinely caring about each resident. However, some reviewers feel that services may not be as attentive for more physically needy residents compared to other places.

In conclusion, Weinberg Community, including Gidwitz Place and the Friend Center, appears to have positives including good maintenance, a nice dining room, and engaging activities. However, there are areas that need improvement, particularly when it comes to the standard of food and staff attitude in the dining room. With some adjustments and enhancements, Weinberg Community has the potential to excel even further in providing quality care and services for its residents.

Located in Deerfield, Illinois, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. The neighborhood boasts a selection of restaurants ranging from casual dining options like J. Alexander’s Restaurant and Portillo's Hot Dogs to more upscale choices such as Carson's Ribs, Steaks and Chops and Bob Chinn's Crab House. Nearby parks like South Park and Sunset Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. For healthcare needs, there are several pharmacies in the vicinity including Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy. Residents can easily access transportation options with multiple Metra stations located within a few miles. Additionally, there are reputable physicians' offices like NorthShore Medical Group and Lake Shore Dermatology nearby for medical care. Places of worship such as Congregation Solel offer spiritual support, while theaters like Regal Lincolnshire & Imax provide entertainment options. Hospitals like Glenbrook Hospital and Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital are also easily accessible in case of emergencies. Overall, this area presents a convenient and well-rounded environment for senior living with its diverse range of offerings.

Restaurants

• J. Alexander’S Restaurant (0.5 miles)
• Portillo's Hot Dogs (1.1 miles)
• Carson's Ribs, Steaks and Chops (1.6 miles)
• McDonald's (1.6 miles)
• Chick-Fil-A (1.7 miles)
• Bob Chinn's Crab House (2.1 miles)
• D'Agostino's Pizza and Pub (2.1 miles)

Parks

• South Park (0.6 miles)
• Briarwood Park (2 miles)
• West Ridge Center (2.8 miles)
• Sunset Park (3.9 miles)
• Lake Arlington (5.5 miles)
• Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve (5.7 miles)
• Clarkson Park (5.8 miles)

Transportation

• Metra (1.5 miles)
• Metra (4.2 miles)
• Metra (5.1 miles)
• Metra (5.6 miles)

Pharmacies

• Walgreens (1.5 miles)
• Walgreens (2.2 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
• Walgreens (3.2 miles)
• Walgreens (3.3 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)

Cafes

• Starbucks (1.7 miles)
• Starbucks (2.6 miles)
• Starbucks (3.5 miles)
• Starbucks (6.1 miles)
• Panera Bread (6.9 miles)
• Starbucks (7.4 miles)

Physicians

• NorthShore Medical Group (1.7 miles)
• Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group (1.8 miles)
• Stuart Bergman-Bock MD - Northshore University Health Systems (3.8 miles)
• Ferber, Stuart Nch Buffalo Grove Outpatient Care Center (4.6 miles)
• Premier Eye Care & Surgery (5.9 miles)
• NorthShore University HealthSystem - GI & General Surgery (6.7 miles)
• Lake Shore Dermatology (7.9 miles)

Places of Worship

• Congregation Solel (3.5 miles)
• North Shore Congregation Israel (5.6 miles)
• St Thomas Of Villanova (7.9 miles)

Theaters

• Regal Lincolnshire & Imax (3.9 miles)
• AMC Hawthorn 12 (7.7 miles)

Hospitals

• Glenbrook Hospital (4.1 miles)
• Lake Forest Hospital (7.1 miles)
• Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital (7.3 miles)