Residents with intellectual disabilities are consistently described as receiving the right kind of support here.
Several reviewers specifically call out Cedar Lake Lodge as a strong fit for people with intellectual disabilities and special needs. One reviewer says they would not look further for an adult loved one with special needs, and another highlights it as a great place for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Others also describe staff as especially good with their son or as providing strong care for residents with disabilities.
common15 reviews mention this
Staff care and cleanliness impress
Staff attentiveness and the overall cleanliness are repeatedly praised in the reviews.
Many reviews emphasize that staff are friendly, helpful, and consistently ready to assist, including during moments when a resident needs support. Reviewers also describe residents as clean and well cared for, and they mention a welcoming, tidy environment. A professional reviewer further backs this up by describing the facility as the cleanest they have seen, with strong staffing and supplies.
common1 reviews mention this
Day program feels consistent
The community’s daily program is described as engaging and caring.
One review says the day program is the best they have attended and describes it as running Monday through Friday with caring staff. The same reviewer notes the staff interact in a way that feels personal, including talking with residents and showing affection. Because this theme is only tied to a single review here, it should be viewed as less consistently confirmed than other topics.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Communication and welcome can fall short
Some reviewers report problems with responsiveness or a lack of welcome.
One reviewer describes disappointment with how the owner handled their visit, including feeling they were not engaged or made welcome, and they also report issues during the stay. Another review is negative about contacting the community, stating they never received a return call. Together, these comments suggest that responsiveness and initial hospitality may be uneven for some families or visitors.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Features
Housing
4 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Main Street Bourbon And Ale House (4.5 miles)
Chen Garden (4.7 miles)
Raw Sushi Bar and Grill (4.9 miles)
Cracker Barrel (4.9 miles)
McDonald's (4.9 miles)
Burger King (5.2 miles)
Wendy's (5.3 miles)
Physicians
LaGrange Family Care Doctors (5 miles)
Baptist Surgical Associates (5.2 miles)
Baptist Health La Grange Emergency Medicine (5.3 miles)
Tri-County Womens Health Care (5.3 miles)
Baptist Health Women's Services (5.3 miles)
Gaddie Eye Centers (5.5 miles)
Norton Community Medical Associates - LaGrange (5.5 miles)
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