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3.9 from 76 reviews
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Overall Review of Chalet Living & Rehab
common28 reviews mention this
Staff feels responsive and supportive
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as helpful, kind, and attentive to day-to-day needs.
Across many reviews, people highlight nurses, CNAs, and other team members as approachable and responsive when questions or requests come up. Several also call out named staff members for taking time to listen, following through, or helping with practical needs and appointments. Even with mixed experiences in other reviews, the positive ones consistently frame communication and hands-on support as a reason they felt cared for.
differentiator7 reviews mention this
Therapy and wound care help recovery
Physical therapy and clinical support come through in multiple reviews as a meaningful part of recovery.
Several reviews describe rehabilitation getting them back on track after surgery or illness, with physical therapy specifically mentioned as showing up on time and helping patients improve. Wound care is also singled out in a few comments as effective, including praise for a wound nurse. The overall pattern is that residents associate therapy and nursing support with measurable progress during their stay.
common6 reviews mention this
Activities and social time are consistent
Activities and social programs show up often as a bright spot.
Residents and visitors mention enjoying the structured activities, including bingo, cards, and listening to music. A number of reviews also describe social services and activities staff as welcoming and supportive, and some note being able to spend hours out of their rooms in common spaces. Even when reviews are critical of other areas, multiple people still point to activities as something that keeps residents engaged.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Food is mixed, with timing and quality complaints
Dining reviews are split, with some calling meals decent while others complain about quality and temperature.
Some residents describe the food as good or decent, served in a timely fashion, and a few mention specific meal preferences. Other reviews take the opposite view, describing meals as cold, burnt, poorly portioned, or delayed. Taken together, the reviews suggest dining satisfaction varies noticeably from person to person and day to day.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Serious cleanliness and medication concerns
A subset of reviewers raise serious concerns about safety, cleanliness, and medication handling.
Some critical reviews mention pests and unsanitary conditions, including roaches and mold, as well as strong odors and dirty or worn spaces. Others describe medication administration problems and communication breakdowns, including worries about being left unattended after requests for help. While many reviews are positive about care, these safety-related reports are recurring enough to be a clear caveat for prospective families.
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Features
Housing
219 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 (13 miles away)
Chicago Midway (16 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Nearby Metro Stations
Howard
Jarvis
Morse
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
Restaurants
R Public House (0.2 miles)
Little Bad Wolf (2.2 miles)
SoFo Tap (3 miles)
Murphy's Bleachers (4.6 miles)
Cell Block (4.6 miles)
Las Mananitas Mexican Restaurant (4.9 miles)
Hydrate (4.9 miles)
Transportation
CTA Jarvis (0.2 miles)
Cta (0.5 miles)
Cta (3.4 miles)
CTA-Linden (4.2 miles)
Cta (4.7 miles)
CTA - Belmont (5.3 miles)
Cta (5.8 miles)
Parks
Dubkin Park (0.3 miles)
Warren Park (1.5 miles)
Dawes Park (2.2 miles)
Centennial Park (2.3 miles)
Leahy Park (3.4 miles)
Horner Park (4.1 miles)
Independence Park (5.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.5 miles)
Walgreens (1.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
Walgreens (1.6 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Hospitals
Saint Francis Hospital (1.1 miles)
Swedish Covenant Hospital Cancer Care (3.3 miles)
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center (5.5 miles)
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Exercise Equipment, Gym, Fitness, Treadmill, and Workout Space
Natural Light
Healthcare
Library and Lounge
Waiting Area
Refrigerator and Wheelchair
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