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2.4 from 51 reviews
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Pine Crest Health Care Costs & Pricing
Pine Crest Health Care offers competitive pricing for its services relative to both Cook County and the broader state of Illinois. For a semi-private room, Pine Crest's monthly rate stands at $4,219, which is notably lower than the county average of $5,192 and slightly below the state average of $5,146. When it comes to private rooms, Pine Crest charges $5,062, aligning closely with the county's rate of $5,168 while remaining slightly above the state's average of $5,049. Additionally, their studio option is priced at $5,484 - a figure that exceeds both Cook County's rate of $3,762 and Illinois' state average of $4,028. Overall, Pine Crest Health Care provides a range of accommodation options that strike a balance between quality care and cost-effectiveness in comparison to regional benchmarks.
Floor plans
Pine Crest Health Care
Cook County
Illinois
Semi-Private
$4,219
$5,192
$5,146
Private
$5,062
$5,168
$5,049
Studio
$5,484
$3,762
$4,028
Overall Review of Pine Crest Health Care
caveat12 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odor complaints
Many residents and families describe a persistently dirty, foul-smelling environment.
A recurring concern is the condition of the building, with multiple reviewers describing overwhelming odors, visible filth, and rooms that felt neglected. Several comments also mention issues like dirty or poorly maintained common areas, windows, and surfaces, along with cleanliness problems in residents’ rooms. Even among reviews that note improvement, odor and cleanliness still come up as part of what visitors or families noticed.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Staffing and supply shortages
Residents describe short staffing and gaps in supplies that can affect day-to-day care.
Several reviewers say staffing levels and coverage were insufficient, including comments about not having enough CNAs or needing families/staff to handle tasks during shifts. Other accounts point to missing or inadequate supplies such as diapers, linens, wipes, or difficulties getting basic help in a timely way. Some reviewers also describe equipment problems that added to the workload for care staff.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Care incidents and communication issues
Some reviews mention serious care incidents and a lack of updates to family members.
There are multiple reports describing outcomes that families found unacceptable, including falls with major injury, bed sores progressing to serious infection, and hospital transfers tied to concerns about eating. Several reviewers also describe communication gaps—such as not being informed about hospital visits—until the hospital or others contacted them. One review also raises concerns about medication handling, which residents and families may find especially alarming.
common7 reviews mention this
Administration support and improving care
Positive reviews highlight responsive support from administration and an improving overall experience.
Some reviewers single out administration during placement and follow-up, describing admissions help as professional, kind, and crucial during a stressful process. Others describe ongoing care as supported by a “great team,” with administrators and staff working to address residents and families’ needs. A few reviews also note improvement over time, even while acknowledging the building is older.
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Features
Housing
199 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 Midway (15 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
United Pain Services (0.3 miles)
Advocate South Suburban Hospital: Smith Sharon C MD (0.5 miles)
Dr Uppuluri, Dr Patel, Dr Chavin Urology (1 miles)
Family Christian Health Center (3.2 miles)
St James Medical Center Olympia Fields (3.5 miles)
Aunt Martha's Health Care (5.7 miles)
MidAmerica Orthopaedics (7.8 miles)
Hospitals
South Suburban Hospital (0.4 miles)
Ingalls Memorial (3.1 miles)
Franciscan St James Health (3.5 miles)
Elisabeth Ludeman Center (5.2 miles)
Franciscan Health (5.5 miles)
Franciscan Health Chicago Heights (5.5 miles)
Ingalls Family Care Center (7.2 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
Walgreens (3.1 miles)
Walgreens (3.3 miles)
Walgreens (3.6 miles)
Transportation
Metra/Amtrak (1.6 miles)
Metra (1.9 miles)
Metra - Morgan Park / 115th Street (7.9 miles)
Metra (7.9 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (1.7 miles)
Starbucks (3 miles)
Panera Bread (3.1 miles)
Starbucks (3.1 miles)
Starbucks (3.2 miles)
Eggheadz Cafe (4.6 miles)
Starbucks (4.9 miles)
Restaurants
Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery (2.2 miles)
Pine Crest Health Care offers competitive pricing for its services relative to both Cook County and the broader state of Illinois. For a semi-private room, Pine Crest's monthly rate stands at $4,219, which is notably lower than the county average of $5,192 and slightly below the state average of $5,146. When it comes to private rooms, Pine Crest charges $5,062, aligning closely with the county's rate of $5,168 while remaining slightly above the state's average of $5,049. Additionally, their studio option is priced at $5,484 - a figure that exceeds both Cook County's rate of $3,762 and Illinois' state average of $4,028. Overall, Pine Crest Health Care provides a range of accommodation options that strike a balance between quality care and cost-effectiveness in comparison to regional benchmarks.
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199 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 Midway (15 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
Friendly staff, clean facility, and strong amenities.
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