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Symphony Evanston Healthcare in Evanston, IL

Symphony Evanston Healthcare is a nursing home community in Evanston, IL.

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Symphony Evanston Healthcare in Evanston, IL

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820 Foster Street, Evanston, IL 60201

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.2 from 111 reviews
5 stars
75
4 stars
13
3 stars
6
2 stars
4
1 stars
13

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Symphony Evanston Healthcare Costs & Pricing

Symphony Evanston Healthcare offers competitive pricing for its room types when compared to both Cook County and the broader Illinois region. For semi-private accommodations, the monthly cost at Symphony is $6,300, which exceeds the average rates in Cook County ($5,192) and throughout Illinois ($5,146). Similarly, private rooms are priced at $7,200 at Symphony Evanston Healthcare, again surpassing the county's average of $5,168 and the state's average of $5,049. While these costs are higher than those in the surrounding areas, they may reflect enhanced amenities and care quality that residents can expect from Symphony Evanston Healthcare.

Floor plansSymphony Evanston HealthcareCook CountyIllinois
Semi-Private$6,300$5,192$5,146
Private$7,200$5,168$5,049

Overall Review of Symphony Evanston Healthcare

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Wound care nurse gets standout praise

Residents highlight a wound care nurse’s expertise and compassion.

Several families specifically call out the wound care nurse, describing the care as unusually supportive and recovery-focused. One reviewer credits her with walking them through each stage and helping their loved one’s wounds heal completely. In both accounts, the relationship and attention to comfort are part of why the experience stood out.

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Staff attentiveness shows up in daily care

Residents and families frequently describe responsive, helpful staff.

A number of reviews emphasize that staff respond quickly and show patience with residents and families. One reviewer notes nurses answer the call light promptly and make sure the resident is comfortable. Another describes the staff as attentive, caring, and patient during recovery and visits.

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Clean, home-like setting on visits

Reviews describe a clean, home-like environment.

Some visitors describe the facility as clean and free of unpleasant odors during their stay. Others also highlight a home-like feel, including common living-room style areas and a layout designed to feel less institutional. Together, these comments suggest the environment is a consistent part of first impressions.

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Food quality varies by review

Food experiences are mixed, with some concerns about quality.

While some residents mention good food that feels homemade, other reviews complain about poor quality or meals that do not meet expectations. A couple of reviewers describe food as disappointing enough to affect their recommendation. The overall pattern is that dining quality is not consistently described the same way across accounts.

  • A cozy dining area with neatly set tables and wooden interior decor.

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Features

Housing

  • 158 resident community capacity 158 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Chicago O'Hare International (12 miles away) Chicago O'Hare International (12 miles away)
  • Chicago Midway (19 miles away) Chicago Midway (19 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Nearby Metro Stations

  • Metro Station Central   
  • Metro Station Davis   
  • Metro Station Dempster   
  • Metro Station Foster   
  • Metro Station Noyes   

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Evanston, Illinois offers a variety of amenities and conveniences that may be appealing for senior living. With several cafes such as Starbucks and Little Beans Cafe nearby, there are plenty of options for socializing and enjoying a cup of coffee. Additionally, there are multiple pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy in close proximity, making it convenient to access necessary medications. The abundance of parks like Leahy Park and Centennial Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. For transportation, the CTA-Linden station is located within a reasonable distance for easy access to public transit. Nearby places of worship like the Baha'i House and hospitals such as Saint Francis Hospital offer spiritual support and healthcare services when needed. Restaurants like R Public House and Chick-Fil-A provide dining options for various tastes, while theaters such as AMC Village Crossing Theatre offer entertainment options. Overall, this area offers a blend of services and amenities that could contribute to a comfortable and fulfilling senior living experience.

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Little Beans Cafe (1.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.2 miles)

Parks

  • Leahy Park (0.6 miles)
  • Centennial Park (0.6 miles)
  • Dawes Park (0.7 miles)
  • Dubkin Park (2.6 miles)
  • Warren Park (3.6 miles)
  • Clarkson Park (5.8 miles)
  • Horner Park (6.4 miles)

Transportation

  • CTA-Linden (1.4 miles)
  • Cta (2.4 miles)
  • CTA Jarvis (2.7 miles)
  • Cta (6.2 miles)
  • Cta (7 miles)
  • Jefferson Park Bus Terminal (7.1 miles)
  • Cta (7.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Baha'i House of Worship (1.4 miles)
  • North Shore Congregation Israel (7.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Saint Francis Hospital (2 miles)
  • Swedish Covenant Hospital Cancer Care (5.5 miles)
  • Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center (8.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • R Public House (2.7 miles)
  • Little Bad Wolf (4.9 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (5.3 miles)
  • SoFo Tap (5.7 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (5.9 miles)
  • Glenview Dairy Bar (6.4 miles)
  • Superdawg Drive-In (6.6 miles)

Physicians

  • North Shore Physicians Group (4.1 miles)
  • Resurrection Medical Center Professional Building (8.2 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Village Crossing Theatre (5.2 miles)

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