Park Place of St John Costs & Pricing
Park Place of St John offers competitive pricing for its residential options when compared to both Lake County and the broader state of Indiana. For a one-bedroom unit, residents pay $2,950 per month, which is significantly lower than the county's average of $3,652 and also undercuts the state average of $3,300. In terms of two-bedroom accommodations, Park Place charges $3,745, which remains more economical than Lake County's rate of $4,460 while still being slightly above Indiana's statewide average of $3,208. These cost structures position Park Place as an appealing option for those seeking quality living arrangements in a supportive community without straining their budgets.
| Floor plans | Park Place of St John | Lake County | Indiana |
|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $2,950 | $3,652 | $3,300 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,745 | $4,460 | $3,208 |
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Overall Review of Park Place of St John
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Staff care comes through consistently
Residents and families consistently describe staff as kind, attentive, and responsive.
Across many reviews, families say the staff is respectful and caring, and that they feel residents are safe and well supported. Multiple reviewers mention frequent check-ins, helpfulness with questions, and staff following through during transitions like rehab and hospice. A smaller set of reviews goes the other direction, describing slow response, poor communication, or neglect, which contrasts with the more common experience.
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The community stays clean and maintained
Reviews repeatedly point to cleanliness and good upkeep across the building.
Many reviewers describe the facility as clean, well maintained, and inviting, with apartments and common areas that look cared for. Several also mention cleanliness in the context of visits and ongoing residency. There are also a few negative room-condition comments, including drywall damage and mold-like staining, which are outliers compared with the broader cleanliness praise.
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Lots of activities and social time
Residents are often described as busy, social, and engaged with activities.
A recurring theme is that residents have a wide range of activities to choose from, and families say their loved ones make friends and stay involved. Reviews mention group activities, outings, and ongoing options that keep residents from spending most of the day alone. In the more critical reviews, the concerns are more about communication and care coordination than about the activity calendar itself.
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Dining is a frequent positive
Food quality comes up often, including praise for dining and meal service.
Several reviews highlight that the food is good and the dining experience is enjoyable, with some families specifically describing it as a positive part of daily life. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, guest meals, and multiple diet-focused meal options, which aligns with the broader emphasis on dining satisfaction. A few negative reviews criticize care and daily outcomes, but dining is not as consistently cited in those complaints as staffing and communication.
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Rehab and hospice support during transitions
Families describe clinical support for rehab, skilled needs, hospice, and diabetic care.
Multiple reviewers talk about care during medical transitions, including rehab after health events and hospice during end-of-life. Others mention that staff were accommodating when residents returned from the hospital and that families felt supported throughout the process. At the same time, a handful of reviews raise serious concerns about neglect, missed warning signs, and delayed emergency response—so experiences vary noticeably depending on the situation and staff coverage.
caveat
Communication and staffing can slip
Some families report slow response times and gaps in communication.
While many reviews praise responsiveness, several critical reviews describe difficulty getting updates, slow follow-through, and poor coordination with social services. There are also comments about nurses being hard to reach and delays when assistance is needed. A couple of reviews also tie these communication problems to worse outcomes, which is the most concerning pattern in the negative feedback.
How we summarize
We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Independent Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Devotional services off-site
Indoor common areas
Outdoor common areas
Respite or short term stays offered
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Gluten-free
Art classes
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Forever fit
Gardening club
Live well programs
Trivia games
Wine tasting
24/7 care with medical coordination, medication management, and social/mental wellness programs.
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