Lincolnshire Health & Rehabilitation Center in Merrillville, IN
Lincolnshire Health & Rehabilitation Center is an assisted living community in Merrillville, IN.
Information last verified:
8380 Virginia Street, Merrillville, IN 46410
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.5 from 82 reviews
5 stars
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3 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Lincolnshire Health & Rehabilitation Center
common15 reviews mention this
Staff are caring and personable
Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring and attentive.
Across reviews, people repeatedly talk about staff being kind, professional, and invested in residents. Several mention nurses going above and beyond, keeping relatives informed about health, and treating residents with respect. A few reviews also describe very negative staff experiences, but even those comments focus on direct day-to-day interactions rather than management details.
common5 reviews mention this
Activities feel engaging
Residents get regular planned activities and outings.
Reviews highlight an active schedule and staff-led programming. Multiple reviewers describe the activities director and recreation-based time, including crafts, bingo, movies, church events, and live entertainment. Others mention daily activities being part of recovery and that residents know staff and participate rather than staying idle.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odor concerns
Several reviews raise concerns about cleanliness and smells.
Some reviewers praise cleanliness and say the facility felt clean and did not smell unpleasant. Others describe the building as filthy or old, with strong odor, dirty rooms, and reports of residents left in soiled conditions. A few also mention items not being changed and housekeeping lapses, which directly impacts comfort during a stay.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Nursing and wound care are mixed
Reviews about wound care and help with daily needs are inconsistent.
Some families report strong nursing support, including attentive wound care communication and care that helps residents improve or stay comfortable. Others describe serious problems such as bed sores developing, infrequent bathing, missed or delayed wound care, and inadequate follow-through on assistance needs. Taken together, reviews suggest care quality can vary from experience to experience.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Food quality and temperature draw complaints
A recurring concern is that meals are unappetizing or served cold.
Several reviewers criticize meal quality, describing food as terrible, lacking nutrition, or served cold. Others mention limited variety and issues with preparation and serving, including meals described as barely warm. While meal-related praise is not prominent in the reviews provided, the negative feedback is frequent and specific about how the food arrives.
common5 reviews mention this
Communication can be a plus or miss
Families note that communication is sometimes prompt and sometimes delayed.
Some reviewers say administrators respond quickly to messages, welcome questions, and provide updates about a loved one’s status. Others describe waiting to be called back or feeling that concerns were not addressed when raised. The overall theme is that responsiveness may depend on the situation and timing.
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Features
Housing
100 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
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
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Pepe's Mexican Restaurant (0.2 miles)
Hooters (0.3 miles)
Taste of India (0.3 miles)
Wu's House (0.3 miles)
Portillo's Hot Dogs (0.3 miles)
McAlister's Deli (0.3 miles)
White Castle (0.4 miles)
Physicians
Neurological Institute & Specialty Centers (0.3 miles)
Family Medicine of Merrillville (0.3 miles)
Merrillville Health Center (0.4 miles)
University of Chicago Pediatrics Specialists (0.4 miles)
Williams Eye Institute & Surgery Center (0.4 miles)
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100 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Clean, homey atmosphere with friendly staff, engaging activities, and smooth move-in.
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