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Oak Crest in Dekalb, IL

Oak Crest is an independent living community in Dekalb, IL.

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Oak Crest in Dekalb, IL

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  • Interior

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  • Outdoors

    A serene view of a park featuring lush trees and a clear sky.

  • Decor

    A cheerful holiday decoration featuring a smiling vase centerpiece, red candles, and lovely flowers.

  • Building

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  • Bedroom

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  • Landscaping

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  • Nature

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  • Caregiver

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2944 Greenwood Acres Drive, Dekalb, IL 60115

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4.5 from 63 reviews
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Overall Review of Oak Crest

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Care spans multiple levels

Residents and families describe a full spectrum of care options as needs change.

Multiple reviews reference having care available beyond independent living, including a health care center and the ability to move between stages. One reviewer specifically mentions an assisted and skilled level option for hospital-related transitions. The community is also positioned as a continuing care setup in its care offerings, aligning with that “all stages of life” theme.

common 6 reviews mention this

Friendly, helpful staff stands out

Staff friendliness and helpfulness are repeatedly mentioned by residents and families.

Several reviews describe staff as friendly and caring, with at least one mentioning kindness and practical help. Others note the community as clean and friendly, which residents and visitors connect to the day-to-day atmosphere. A separate comment also calls out great staff and great care, reinforcing that care experience is a consistent part of the reviews.

common 4 reviews mention this

Activities and social life are praised

Planned activities and social opportunities are a frequent part of daily life.

Reviews highlight scheduled programming such as trivia, bingo, and live music, along with daily activities that keep residents engaged. One reviewer ties the improvement in quality of life to social interaction and group events. Others also mention gardens and activities on-site, and one describes “great care and activities” as part of why they recommend the community.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Dining is hit-or-miss

Dining experiences vary, with some praising food and others reporting problems.

Some residents and family members say the food is excellent and point to strong cafĂ© and bistro options. At the same time, at least one review raises a specific concern about food service not matching what’s served in the main dining area, including issues with what was delivered versus what was ordered. Overall, dining is both a highlight and a recurring complaint depending on where and how meals are served.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 18 resident community capacity 18 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Greater Rockford (25 miles away) Greater Rockford (25 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Dekalb, Illinois offers a convenient location with various amenities within close proximity. There are several physicians' offices nearby, providing easy access to medical care. Pharmacies are also within reach for prescription needs. The area features a variety of dining options ranging from fast food to sit-down restaurants. Parks are available for outdoor recreation, and there is a movie theater for entertainment. Several places of worship cater to spiritual needs, and a hospital is located just a short distance away for any medical emergencies. Overall, this part of Dekalb offers a well-rounded community with essential services and recreational opportunities for seniors considering the area for living.

Physicians

  • Kch Child Development Clinic (0.3 miles)
  • Digestive Health Center (0.4 miles)
  • Midwest Neurology (0.4 miles)
  • All About Eyes (0.7 miles)
  • MidWest Othopaedic (0.8 miles)
  • Gearhart Thom - Midwest Orthopaedic Instutute (0.8 miles)
  • Prairie Point Obstetrics & Gynecology (0.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • Dekalb Clinic (2.7 miles)
  • Medicine Stop (3.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • Lehan Drugs (3.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)

Parks

  • P A Nehring Forest Preserve (0.5 miles)
  • Katz Park (1.4 miles)
  • Huntley Park (2.7 miles)
  • Sycamore Community Park (3.4 miles)
  • Old Mill Park (3.4 miles)
  • Mason Park (3.5 miles)
  • Cortland Community Park (3.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (0.5 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (0.6 miles)
  • Ellwood Steak And Fish House (0.7 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (0.7 miles)
  • Portillo's Hot Dogs (0.8 miles)
  • Arby's (0.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Movie Theater (1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Hillcrest Covenant Church (1.6 miles)
  • Newman Catholic Student Center (2.5 miles)
  • DeKalb Church of Christ (2.6 miles)
  • New Hope Missionary Baptist Church (2.6 miles)
  • Baptist Campus Ministry (2.6 miles)
  • Westminster Presbyterian Church (2.6 miles)
  • First Baptist Church of Dekalb (2.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Kindred Hospital Sycamore (2.5 miles)

Transportation

  • BNSF Railway (17 miles)

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