Alden Estates Of Skokie is a nursing home community in Skokie, IL.
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Alden Estates Of Skokie
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4626 Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60076
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Kosher meal options were promised but later limited.
Some residents reported being promised kosher meals before arrival, then finding limited choices once they were there. In particular, one reviewer described kosher meals running out and the facility refusing to place additional orders, which led the family member to leave earlier than planned.
Residents often praise meals, with specific diet concerns mentioned.
Many residents described the meals as something they looked forward to, including comments about tasty, nutritious menus and home-cooked style meals. A smaller number of reviewers raised concerns about food tailoring, including one report about excessive salt for someone with congestive heart failure and kidney failure. The community also provides meal preparation and service and supports special dietary restrictions.
Nursing responsiveness is described as frequent and accessible.
One reviewer said the nursing supervisor was available to answer questions, including questions from family members. Another described around-the-clock help with toileting needs soon after arrival, describing frequent assistance rather than delayed responses.
Communication with administration drew multiple complaints.
A few reviewers described administrators as rude or as not returning calls when help was requested. Others said attempts to reach the administrator did not result in follow-through, and at least one family member connected the lack of communication to an early discharge decision.
Many residents describe the facility as clean and safe.
Several reviews highlighted cleanliness and safety, including comments about spotless rooms, a well-kept environment, and housekeeping keeping clothes and spaces in order. At the same time, at least one reviewer reported a dirty environment with mice outside daily, which stands out against the majority of positive cleanliness notes.
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56 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 O'Hare International (10 miles away) Chicago Midway (19 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
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
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Medication management
Mental wellness program
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Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesAlden Estates Of Skokie is located at 4626 Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60076 in Cook County, Illinois
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