Residents describe staff members as both caring and, in some reviews, unsafe or unkind.
Many reviews say staff treat residents with respect and kindness, and several residents describe feeling well taken care of day to day. Reviews also mention staff helping with stability, helping residents feel safe, and being dependable. A smaller set of reviews goes the opposite direction, describing hostility, poor management, and not getting needed care.
common11 reviews mention this
Facility cleanliness comes up often
Multiple residents call out cleanliness, while other reviewers describe dirt, bugs, and a facility in disrepair.
Several residents and family members describe the facility as clean and well kept, with day-to-day cleaning and housekeeping. Others raise sharp concerns, including reports of bugs, dirty and dingy conditions, and the building “falling apart.” Taken together, the cleanliness feedback is inconsistent across reviews.
common7 reviews mention this
Food quality varies by reviewer
Food is a recurring point, with some residents praising meals and others criticizing them as unappetizing.
Some residents say the food is good, healthier, or improved compared with what they ate elsewhere, and one review mentions laundry and meal service routines. Other reviews complain about food quality and meal choices, including issues with food allergies and being forced to eat disliked options. There are also mentions of specific diets being a factor in dining.
common6 reviews mention this
Activities and outings are highlighted
Residents frequently mention organized activities, including outings and in-house groups.
Reviews commonly describe activities such as group events, video games, and planned daily programming, with some mentioning walks and time outdoors. Several reviews also describe staff taking residents out to local get-togethers. A few residents question whether outings match what they were told, citing limited access beyond certain areas.
differentiator4 reviews mention this
Mental health care is specifically cited
Some residents specifically describe mental health-focused care and coaching.
One review says the facility provides excellent care for mental health issues. Another mentions group support that teaches coping skills and helps with anxiety-related moments, plus coaching aimed at life skills. These comments align with the presence of mental wellness programming in the care services list.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Staffing and management concerns appear
A recurring criticism is that care and staffing fall short at times.
Some reviews describe under-staffing and not receiving the care residents say they need, including claims that residents are left to lie in bed for long periods. Other complaints target management decisions and a hostile environment. While the facility also receives many positive staff comments, these reviews consistently emphasize staffing and leadership as problems.
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Features
Housing
123 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
Central Illinois Regional (19 miles away)
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
Physicians
Crossroads Medical Associates (0.5 miles)
David Park MD (11.5 miles)
Crossroads Medical Associates (13.4 miles)
Joel Nilles MD - Advocate Medical Group (14.1 miles)
Total Lactation Care (15.3 miles)
Rieger Eyecare (15.4 miles)
Sneeze Wheeze & Itch Assoc (15.5 miles)
Parks
Elephant park (0.5 miles)
Jefferson Park(library park) (0.8 miles)
Roanoke Park Building (11.4 miles)
Artesian Park (12.1 miles)
Eureka Lake (14.4 miles)
Savannah Green Park (15 miles)
Maxwell Park (15.5 miles)
Restaurants
Ruth's Garden Tea Room (0.6 miles)
El Paso Mexican Restaurant (1.1 miles)
Woody's Family Restaurant (1.2 miles)
McDonald's (1.3 miles)
Green Garden Restaurant (6.3 miles)
Crank's Bar & Grill (10.9 miles)
Petri's Pour House (11.2 miles)
Pharmacies
Doc's Drugs El Paso (0.7 miles)
Green Tree Pharmacy (11.3 miles)
Flanagan Pharmacy (12.1 miles)
Schnucks (14.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (14.4 miles)
Walgreens (14.5 miles)
Chenoa Pharmacy (14.8 miles)
Places of Worship
St Mary Parish (0.8 miles)
Salem Church (9.8 miles)
St Petri Church Office (11.1 miles)
St Paul's United Church of Christ (11.3 miles)
United Methodist Church Minonk Cooperative Parish (11.4 miles)
Miller Gary (11.7 miles)
Christian Church Disciple S Of Christ (12.1 miles)
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123 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
Central Illinois Regional (19 miles away)
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
Compassionate staff with engaging activities and a warm, home-like environment.
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