Overall Review of Rosewood Care Center - Northbrook
common19 reviews mention this
Care staff are consistently described
Residents and families frequently describe the staff as caring and attentive.
Across the reviews, families point to staff who are kind, responsive, and focused on keeping residents comfortable. Several reviewers mention good communication with family and feeling supported during rehab or hospice. A few reviews also note that the facility can feel short on staffing, but even those comments still acknowledge that some caregivers truly care.
common14 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and upkeep get praised
Clean, well-kept areas and rooms are a recurring positive in reviews.
Many reviews describe the building as clean and maintained, with residents kept well-groomed and common areas bright or spacious. Multiple family members say the rooms and cleanliness stood out during visits and tours. There are also a couple of negative reviews that use very strong language about filth, which shows cleanliness feedback isnât unanimous.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Understaffing affects responsiveness
Several reviewers raise concerns about staffing levels and delayed response.
Some reviews describe the facility as understaffed or overwhelmed, including comments about nurses not speaking adequate English for debriefing families. A few residents or family members also report difficulty getting help quickly, including slow response to an emergency pull cord and lack of routine checks. Even within these concerns, at least some caregivers are described as trying to do good work.
common3 reviews mention this
Food is an important day-to-day note
Dining shows up frequently, with some calling it a standout part of care.
Several reviewers mention food as a clear part of the experience, including comments that meals were a big success and that the food looked appetizing. At least one negative review criticizes meal timeliness and overall food-service follow-through. The facility also offers restaurant-style dining and supports special diets, which aligns with the specific diet-related meal mentions in the dining details.
common2 reviews mention this
Nearby dining and pharmacy options
The location places everyday stops close by.
Reviewers donât consistently discuss local outings, but the surrounding area includes quick access to dining, parks, and pharmacy. Options such as J. Alexanderâs Restaurant and South Park are very near, while additional restaurants and transit are within a few miles.
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Features
Housing
147 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 (12 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
Restaurants
J. AlexanderâS Restaurant (0.1 miles)
D'Agostino's Pizza and Pub (1.7 miles)
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant (1.7 miles)
Bob Chinn's Crab House (1.7 miles)
Portillo's Hot Dogs (1.7 miles)
Carson's Ribs, Steaks and Chops (2.1 miles)
McDonald's (2.2 miles)
Parks
South Park (0.9 miles)
Briarwood Park (2.6 miles)
West Ridge Center (3.3 miles)
Sunset Park (4.3 miles)
Lake Arlington (5 miles)
Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve (6 miles)
Clarkson Park (6.4 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
Walgreens (3.3 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
Transportation
Metra (1.9 miles)
Metra (4.7 miles)
Metra (5 miles)
Metra (5 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (2.1 miles)
Starbucks (3.1 miles)
Starbucks (3.8 miles)
Starbucks (5.5 miles)
Panera Bread (6.5 miles)
Starbucks (7.5 miles)
Physicians
NorthShore Medical Group (2.3 miles)
Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group (2.4 miles)
Stuart Bergman-Bock MD - Northshore University Health Systems (3.3 miles)
Ferber, Stuart Nch Buffalo Grove Outpatient Care Center (4 miles)
Premier Eye Care & Surgery (5.3 miles)
NorthShore University HealthSystem - GI & General Surgery (6.3 miles)
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