Overall Review of Burgess Square Healthcare Center
common40 reviews mention this
Staff care comes through
Residents and families frequently describe the staff as caring and responsive to patient needs.
Many reviewers highlight respectful, compassionate care from nurses, nursing assistants, therapists, and administrative staff. Several comments emphasize that staff members took time to listen, encouraged progress, and helped families stay informed. A few reviewers also call out breakdownsâsuch as difficulty getting help quickly or rude interactionsâbut even those reviews sometimes note that some individual caregivers were caring.
common28 reviews mention this
Rehab therapy is a focal point
Physical and occupational therapy are repeatedly described as a meaningful part of recovery.
Multiple reviews describe therapy staff as knowledgeable, invested in improvement, and willing to adjust based on needs. Reviewers mention hands-on daily exercise and meaningful sessions that helped with mobility and strength. While some residents describe long waits or sessions that felt too short, others specifically praise therapy teams as a standout part of the stay.
common22 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is often praised
Clean facilities and well-kept rooms are mentioned often across reviews.
A recurring theme is that the building felt clean, well maintained, and cared for. Several reviewers contrast this with other facilities they had experienced, noting fewer unpleasant odors and better upkeep. A smaller number of reviews focus more on clinical or communication issues, but do not typically dispute cleanliness when they describe the overall environment.
caveat20 reviews mention this
Communication and responsiveness vary
Families describe inconsistent communication and delays in getting answers.
Some reviewers say they struggled to get timely responses from nursing staff or felt communication with doctors was limited during their stay. Other families report the opposite, saying calls were answered promptly, requests were handled quickly, and updates were shared clearly. This split shows up as both frustration about responsiveness and praise for being kept in the loop.
caveat18 reviews mention this
Food receives mixed reactions
Dining quality and safety are described inconsistently by residents and families.
Several reviewers say meals were good or better than expected, and some mention diet preferences being accommodated. Others describe poor taste, issues with dinner trays, or meal service concerns, including comments about food being bad or unsafe. The community offers restaurant-style dining, but review experiences still range from positive to strongly negative.
caveat14 reviews mention this
Staffing coverage is a concern
Some reviews point to understaffing that can affect care timelines.
A number of reviewers describe periods when getting help took a long time, or when care felt impacted by understaffing. Some also mention agency staffing at times, which they felt was less ideal than having consistent caregivers. Other reviews disagree and say care felt organized and prompt, so the staffing experience appears to depend on the situation and unit day to day.
common2 reviews mention this
Nearby everyday essentials
The area includes quick access to common errands and transit options.
Reviewers didnât drive most of the location story, but the surrounding area includes everyday destinations such as pharmacies, restaurants, and transit. This can make it easier for families to run errands while a loved one is nearby.
How we summarize
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203 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 (11 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
Compassionate staff and effective rehabilitation services.
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