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Handle With Care In Home Care in Elmhurst, IL

Handle With Care In Home Care is a senior community in Elmhurst, IL.

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PO Box 1008, Elmhurst, IL 60126

To contact a resident: (630) 359-5775

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.8 from 31 reviews
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Overall Review of Handle With Care In Home Care

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Communication is consistently praised

Families report strong communication and quick office responsiveness.

Multiple residents and families describe clear, timely updates from the office, along with being easy to reach when questions come up. Several reviews also tie that responsiveness to less worry during care—whether scheduling changes or day-to-day needs. In the negative review, the complaint is about the office staff’s behavior and communication, which further highlights how important this is to customers.

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Care feels personalized and familiar

Residents describe care that fits their needs, routines, and personalities.

Reviewers frequently mention being matched with caregivers who understand their situation and can connect with the client. Several families describe continuity—such as a caregiver who becomes part of the family—or having the agency find replacements quickly when needed. One reviewer also credits the match for helping a loved one who initially resisted getting help.

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Experienced with dementia support

Dementia care shows up clearly in multiple families’ experiences.

Several reviews describe caregivers working with dementia needs and handling moments that require patience and understanding. Families mention practical support paired with respectful engagement, including companionship and staying safe while out of the home. One family also credits the caregiver’s demeanor with helping their loved one enjoy time together despite significant challenges.

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Scheduling flexibility and dependability

Families mention dependable timing and accommodating scheduling.

Some reviewers describe caregivers arriving on time and handling day-to-day needs consistently. Others highlight that the team can adjust to the family’s schedule without creating long delays. A separate review also points to door-to-door service as part of what makes the experience manageable day to day.

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Emotional support brings peace of mind

Reviews often describe emotional support, not just tasks.

Across multiple reviews, families say the caregivers offered more than practical help by providing reassurance and companionship. Several mention that caregivers stayed attentive to what the client wanted, including engaging activities and respectful conversation. A few reviews also describe comfort during difficult transitions, including grief-related support and concern after a loved one passed.

How we summarize

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Features

Transportation

  • Chicago O'Hare International (6 miles away) Chicago O'Hare International (6 miles away)
  • Chicago Midway (12 miles away) Chicago Midway (12 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Portillo's Hot Dogs (1.2 miles)
  • Shake Shack (3.3 miles)
  • Macy's Marketplace (3.4 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (3.5 miles)
  • Maggiano's (3.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.9 miles)
  • Greek Islander Restaurant (5 miles)

Parks

  • Berens Park (1.3 miles)
  • Norfolk Park (4 miles)
  • Du Page Forest Preserve Dog Park (4.9 miles)
  • Newton Park (6.5 miles)
  • Westlake Park (7.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Oakbrook Center 12 (3.3 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Yorktown 18 (5.2 miles)
  • Addison Cinema Addison, Il (5.5 miles)
  • AMC Rosemont 18 (6.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Qahwah House (4.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Metra (4.2 miles)
  • Delta Air Lines (5.4 miles)
  • Concourse E (5.5 miles)
  • United Club (5.5 miles)
  • Concourse F (5.5 miles)
  • Delta Sky Club (5.5 miles)
  • Concourse H (5.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Loyola Medicine Transport (4.9 miles)
  • Gottlieb Memorial Hospital (5.1 miles)
  • Edward-Elmhurst Health Center (5.7 miles)
  • Edward Hines, Jr Veterans Hospital (5.9 miles)
  • Building 217, Hines VA Hospital (5.9 miles)
  • Loyola University Medical Center (6.1 miles)
  • Loyola Outpatient Center (6.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Dupage Medical Group (5 miles)
  • Salt Creek Medical Imaging (5.6 miles)
  • Dupage Medical Group (6.9 miles)
  • Physicians Cosmetic Institute (7.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Andrews Episcopal Church (7.9 miles)

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