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Accolade Healthcare of Pontiac

Accolade Healthcare of Pontiac is a nursing home community in Pontiac, IL.

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  • Interior

    A cozy restaurant interior featuring elegant chandeliers and a warm dining area with classic wooden furniture.
  • Decor

    Modern reception area with seating and contemporary decor.
  • Windows

    A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, illuminated by a ceiling light and natural light from large windows.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy lounge area with a chandelier, fireplace, and large windows.
  • Lobby

    A modern reception area with a curved wooden front desk and ceiling lights.
  • Healthcare

    Accolade Healthcare logo on a wooden wall.

300 W Lowell Ave, Pontiac, IL 61764

To contact a resident: (815) 496-5246

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

4.5 from 123 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Accolade Healthcare of Pontiac

differentiator 2 reviews mention this

Hospice support is discussed

Residents and families mention hospice support during stays.

Multiple reviewers describe end-of-life care needs being handled with care, including hospice time during the stay. In one account, the facility arranged hospice care on-site when the need arose. Another review mentions a transition to hospice while recovering there, with the family feeling supported throughout.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Food quality gets mixed reviews

Food is inconsistent, with several complaints about cold or hard-to-eat meals.

Some residents and families report that meals were good and even able to accommodate requests for specific items. Other reviews say food was often cold, lacked seasoning, or could be difficult to eat. A separate complaint links meal experiences to odors, saying dining room access wasn’t pleasant due to smells. Overall, dining satisfaction varies from positive to frustrating.

  • A cozy restaurant interior featuring elegant chandeliers and a warm dining area with classic wooden furniture.
  • A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, illuminated by a ceiling light and natural light from large windows.
caveat 3 reviews mention this

Response times and staffing vary

Several reviewers raise concerns about staffing levels and timely help.

A reviewer says there weren’t enough CNAs, and another notes it can take a long time to get help, especially early in the morning. One additional review says there isn’t always enough staff. While many others describe staff as helpful, these accounts specifically point to delays and coverage gaps at times.

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Care is described as compassionate

Staff compassion and kindness come up often in reviews.

Across reviews, families describe nurses and CNAs as helpful, kind, and attentive to residents’ needs. Multiple reviewers emphasize emotional support during difficult situations, including patience, reassurance, and going out of the way to answer questions. Even when there are criticisms, several reviewers still single out individual staff members as especially caring and responsive.

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Admissions help gets praised

Reviewers describe admissions and communication as supportive.

Some reviewers credit admissions and coordinators with helping them get placed quickly and with answering questions. A few accounts describe transparency and follow-through, including staff proactively informing families about urgent matters. Another review highlights a professional and helpful admissions administrator and transition support during a move into the facility.

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Features

Housing

  • 97 resident community capacity 97 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • 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
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • 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

  • 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

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
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • 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
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • 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 part of Pontiac, Illinois offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. There are several places of worship nearby, providing opportunities for spiritual growth and community involvement. The proximity of parks such as Chautauqua Park and Humiston Riverside Park allow for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. Access to healthcare is convenient with physicians' offices like OSF Medical Group and Mid Illinois Hematology & Oncology Associates in the vicinity. Additionally, there are pharmacies like Walgreens and Sartoris Super Drugs nearby for easy access to medications. Restaurants like DeLongs Casual Dining & Spirits and Charley's Grilled Subs offer dining options within a short distance. Transportation options are also available with Pontiac Station located nearby. Overall, this area of Pontiac provides a peaceful and convenient environment for senior living.

Places of Worship

  • First Lutheran Church (0.6 miles)
  • Vermilion River Dist United (0.7 miles)
  • First United Methodist Church (0.8 miles)
  • Truth Tabernacle (1.5 miles)
  • Wolfe James O Rev (1.7 miles)
  • First Christian Church (1.7 miles)
  • St Paul Lutheran Church-Elca (2.2 miles)

Parks

  • Chautauqua Park (0.6 miles)
  • Pontiac Rec Plex (0.6 miles)
  • Humiston Riverside Park (0.7 miles)
  • Fell Park (0.8 miles)
  • Jaycee Park (1.3 miles)
  • Livingston County 4-H Park (2.4 miles)
  • Threshermanns Park (5.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Osf Medical Group (0.7 miles)
  • Mid Illinois Hematology & Oncology Associates (0.8 miles)
  • John Joni Saint MD (0.9 miles)
  • Fisher-Swale-Nicholson Eye Center (1.1 miles)
  • James Mccriskin MD (1.4 miles)
  • Samir Shah MD (1.4 miles)
  • Dory Jarzabkowski MD (1.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • DeLongs Casual Dining & Spirits (0.8 miles)
  • Charley's Grilled Subs (0.9 miles)
  • Elliott's Corner Junction (1.2 miles)
  • Scotty's Place (1.2 miles)
  • La Mex (1.3 miles)
  • Arby's (1.5 miles)
  • Burger King (1.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Saint James Hospital (0.8 miles)
  • Renal Care Group (0.9 miles)
  • OSF Saint James - John W. Albrecht Medical Center (2.5 miles)
  • Saint James Hospital (2.5 miles)
  • William Fox Developmental Center (18.8 miles)
  • Heritage Manor (19 miles)

Transportation

  • Pontiac Station (0.8 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (18 miles)
  • Dwight Station (18.7 miles)
  • U-Haul (19.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • Sartoris Super Drugs (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Chenoa Pharmacy (9.8 miles)
  • Sav-Mor Pharmacy & Gift Shop (10.4 miles)
  • Fairbury Pharmacy (10.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (11 miles)

Cafes

  • Crossroads Cafe (10 miles)
  • Christo's of Lexington (17.6 miles)

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