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3.1 from 93 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Ambassador Nursing & Rehab Center
caveat9 reviews mention this
Cleanliness gets mixed reviews
Some residents and visitors describe unpleasant odors and unsanitary conditions.
A sizable share of negative reviews mention the facility looking unclean and having strong odor, along with concerns like bugs and mold. Several reviewers also describe hygiene breakdowns tied to resident care, including rooms or linens not being cared for as expected. Positive reviews are more likely to say the building is clean and well maintained, which suggests experiences vary by situation and time.
common12 reviews mention this
Staff responsiveness is inconsistent
Residents and families report very attentive help in some cases, but also struggle to reach staff at others.
Many reviews praise staff for being kind, attentive, and quick to help when families or residents ask for something. Others describe difficulty getting answers by phone or email, with reports of long holds and unanswered calls. A few comments specifically point to communication gaps with social services and administration, while separate positive reviews highlight administrators who respond and take action.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Food quality and portioning divide
Dining experiences range from very good meals to reports of cold, small, or limited food.
Some reviewers say the food is great, well cooked, and served in good portions, and at least one mentions restaurant-style dining. Other reviews criticize meals as cold at times, lacking protein, or leaving residents hungry. With both strong praise and repeated complaints, dining quality appears to vary across units or shifts.
common5 reviews mention this
Therapy and care support vary
Residents describe rehab and daily support that can be helpful, with some complaints about follow-through.
Positive reviews highlight therapy and rehabilitation support, including exercise help and day-to-day assistance, with one resident describing physical therapy after injury. Some negative reviews, however, allege that promised therapies did not happen and that care was not provided as expected. Residents and families also mention both supportive nursing attention and concerns about neglect or missed medication in separate accounts.
common4 reviews mention this
Activities help pass the time
Residents often mention scheduled activities and time away from the room.
Several reviews mention activities and social programming as a positive part of daily life, including fitness and scheduled events. A few residents specifically describe outdoor space and ongoing programs, and one notes a smoking-related program. At the same time, negative reviews focus more on cleanliness and care issues than programming, so activities seem to be a strength when the overall experience is going well.
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Admissions and administrators get credit
Families frequently credit the admissions process and administrator involvement with reducing stress during placement.
Multiple reviews describe admissions staff making the process smoother and stress-free, especially during urgent placement needs. Administrators are also mentioned as having an open-door approach or taking initiative when issues arise. While this doesn’t guarantee daily conditions, the consistently positive comments tie a better start to specific people and follow-up during the transition.
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Features
Housing
190 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
Chicago O'Hare International (10 miles away)
Chicago Midway (13 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Nearby Metro Stations
Francisco
Kedzie
Kimball
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
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (0.8 miles)
Walgreens (1.2 miles)
Walgreens (1.2 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Hospitals
Swedish Covenant Hospital Cancer Care (0.9 miles)
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center (4 miles)
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190 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
Chicago O'Hare International (10 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Francisco 
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
Clean, inviting environment with spacious rooms and strong physical therapy; good dining options.
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