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3.6 from 42 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Overall Review of Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Center
common16 reviews mention this
Caring, responsive staff stand out
Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring and responsive.
Many reviews emphasize how staff took care of residents, with repeated mentions of helpful, supportive interactions and a sense that residents are treated with respect. Several residents also describe practical responsiveness, including fast help when using call lights and attentive support with daily care. A few reviews are far less positive about staff professionalism, but even those comments focus on staffing behavior rather than an absence of staff.
common8 reviews mention this
Food quality is mixed
Food gets both praise and complaints from reviewers.
Some residents describe the food as delicious or decent, and one person says meals are brought to the bed quickly. Others describe food service problems, including not getting what they ordered and food that felt unfair or inconsistent. There are also multiple complaints about theft involving patients, which adds a serious negative note to the dining experience.
common3 reviews mention this
Daily activities keep people engaged
Reviews mention activities and programs that fill daily time.
A few reviewers point to structured day-to-day options, including daily activities and organized parties. Another review highlights programs as a positive feature during a visit. Taken together, residents and visitors describe more than just passive time in the facility, though not everyone comments on activities directly.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Facility condition varies widely
Several reviews criticize the building upkeep and cleanliness.
Some reviewers say the facility is kept up well or very clean, including comfort details like televisions in rooms and day areas. Others describe the building as outdated and depressing, with specific cleanliness complaints such as urine odors and paint issues. One review also ties negative experiences to theft, reinforcing that concerns aren’t limited to appearance.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Medication access is a recurring concern
Some reviewers report medication access problems and unfair restrictions.
One reviewer describes being unable to get medications during an overnight pass and missing personal plans as a result. Another comment frames the experience as more like being trapped than supported, including concerns about safety and rights. A separate negative review also criticizes management and treatment, adding to the theme that medication and overall treatment practices can be a major issue for some residents.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Safety and professional conduct are contested
Some reviews describe serious issues with professionalism and safety.
A negative review calls out unprofessional staff behavior and describes refusing help for heavier clients. Another review compares the environment to a prison and says staff go into wards but do not genuinely care. There are also complaints that residents nearby can bring drugs and disruptive behavior, with staff described as not addressing it. On the positive side, multiple other reviews describe strong care and support, so the safety and conduct experience appears inconsistent across reviewers.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
99 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 (17 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Nearby Metro Stations
Howard
Jarvis
Morse
South Boulevard
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
Dubkin Park (0.2 miles)
Warren Park (1.7 miles)
Dawes Park (1.9 miles)
Centennial Park (2 miles)
Leahy Park (3.1 miles)
Horner Park (4.3 miles)
Independence Park (5.5 miles)
Restaurants
R Public House (0.3 miles)
Little Bad Wolf (2.5 miles)
SoFo Tap (3.3 miles)
Murphy's Bleachers (4.9 miles)
Cell Block (4.9 miles)
Las Mananitas Mexican Restaurant (5.2 miles)
Hydrate (5.2 miles)
Transportation
CTA Jarvis (0.3 miles)
Cta (0.3 miles)
Cta (3.7 miles)
CTA-Linden (3.9 miles)
Cta (5 miles)
CTA - Belmont (5.6 miles)
Cta (5.9 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.5 miles)
Walgreens (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Walgreens (2.5 miles)
Hospitals
Saint Francis Hospital (0.9 miles)
Swedish Covenant Hospital Cancer Care (3.5 miles)
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center (5.8 miles)
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99 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 (13 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Howard 
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
On-site skilled nursing care and proximity to multiple cafes, parks, pharmacies, and hospitals.
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