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4.5 from 25 reviews
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Overall Review of Hitz Memorial Home
differentiator13 reviews mention this
Nursing support feels consistently available
Residents describe attentive skilled nursing and reliable day-to-night support.
Multiple reviewers say the nursing team is attentive and keeps families informed, and they felt genuinely cared for during short rehab stays and longer terms. Several also describe consistent, ongoing support, including an explicit “24/7 care” mention in the reviews. The community also offers medication management and assistance with daily living needs, aligning with the care residents describe receiving.
common6 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and no odor stand out
Cleanliness and an absence of unpleasant odors are repeatedly mentioned.
Reviewers repeatedly mention that the facility is clean and does not have the kind of smell they associate with other places. Families also point out that rooms stay clean and that custodians are hard at work. One reviewer notes this held true even as they remind readers the building itself is older.
common20 reviews mention this
Staff warmth and responsiveness drive comfort
Staff kindness, helpfulness, and responsiveness come through clearly in reviews.
A large share of reviewers describe staff as helpful, caring, and easy to work with, from administration and nursing to housekeepers and therapy. Families mention staff availability and ongoing support, including building trust over time and communicating well during care needs. One review is the exception, describing office staff as rude and not helpful during the onboarding process, but most other reviewers frame the experience as supportive.
common7 reviews mention this
Activities help residents socialize
Residents and visitors point to regular activities that encourage social time.
Many reviewers say residents stay engaged through daily activities, with repeated mentions of resident participation and shared enjoyment. Bingo comes up multiple times, and at least one reviewer highlights that residents are out doing things during visits. Several families also connect the activity schedule with residents making friends and developing a sense of connection.
common3 reviews mention this
Food quality is a frequent bright spot
Food quality and pleasant meals are mentioned in multiple reviews.
Some reviewers comment on meal quality and describe food as good, and others mention having lunch and enjoying the meal while visiting. Dining is also framed as a social part of the day in at least one review. This aligns with restaurant-style dining being offered by the community, alongside diet-specific dining options.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Decor looks dated to some
A couple of reviews note the building or decor feels outdated.
Two reviewers caution that the facility can look old or that the decor is outdated, asking readers to keep the age of the building in mind. Even with that concern, those same reviewers still emphasize cleanliness and care quality, suggesting the physical look was the main drawback rather than day-to-day support.
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Features
Housing
59 resident community capacity
Types of Care
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
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
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
Mental wellness program
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
Parks
Hamel Park And Pavilion (5 miles)
New Douglas City Park (6.7 miles)
Heritage Park and Trailhead (7 miles)
Madison County Fair Association (11.4 miles)
Joe Glik Park (12.2 miles)
Edwardsville Parks & Recreation (13.1 miles)
Leclaire Park (13.1 miles)
Restaurants
Diamond Mineral Springs (5.2 miles)
Subway (5.5 miles)
Weezy's (6.1 miles)
Route 66 Creamery (6.1 miles)
Decamp Junction (7.2 miles)
Tropical Snow (7.4 miles)
R & B's Family Restaurant (8.9 miles)
Places of Worship
Southern Baptist Convention (5.9 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (5.9 miles)
Worden Christian Church (6.6 miles)
New Douglas Baptist Church (7 miles)
St Paul Ucc (9 miles)
First United Baptist Church (9.5 miles)
Saint Pauls Roman Catholic Church (10.6 miles)
Pharmacies
Sullivan Drugs (9.1 miles)
Fritz Drug Store (9.2 miles)
Family Care Pharmacy (10.6 miles)
Sullivan's Drugs (12.8 miles)
The Medicine Shoppe (13.1 miles)
Walgreens (13.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (13.6 miles)
Hospitals
Community Memorial Hospital Association (9.4 miles)
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital (9.6 miles)
St Joseph's Hospital (10.6 miles)
Physicians
Emerito Fernandez Ureta (9.4 miles)
Staunton Clinic (9.4 miles)
Midwest Bone & Joint Surgery (10 miles)
Highland Priority Care (10 miles)
Highland Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine (10 miles)
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59 resident community capacity
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
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Caring staff with an excellent physician and engaging activities plus good meals.
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