I wish I could live here. My very elderly father moved in a year ago after becoming a widower. He…read moreis independent and thriving. Most of the residents and staff are very friendly and interesting - we have enjoyable conversations and interactions every time we visit. My father enjoys the exercise classes, meetings, and meals in the dining room and with various groups. The food service is offered in a grill setting, carry out, and also a fine dining room which offers truly delicious meals. The facility is nicely sited within a neighborhood and seems the right size to our family - not too large and not too small. His apartment is spacious, comfortable and the right size for him. My father was initially against moving out of his home where he has lived well over have his life but is now so happy, busy, and engaged every day. He had to move into the nursing care for a few months for a severe wound to heal and has now successfully moved back into his independent living apartment.

This is one of the nicest retirement communities I've ever seen. I know a number of people who…read morereside there and they are completely happy with everything about Three Crowns. The staff are caring, helpful, kind and generous with their time. The facilities are lovely - and I feel welcome every time I visit. They all go overboard to assist visitors and residents alike. Everyone seems genuinely comfortable and happy. The food offerings are abundant and deliciously prepared. There are options to dine in a casual 24-hour available cafe as well as a lovely dining room with excellent food. The staff is helpful and I've always them treat everyone with respect, kindness and and are willing to help with a smile and go the extra mile. There is every amenity possible, a broad array of "classes", beautiful choices in housing, swimming pool, gift shop, salon services, movie "theatre", game room, and so much more. The gorgeous art that covers the hallways are created by the residents who are working and living artists who are able to feature their work of aa monthly reception. I could go on and on but I'll leave it here. Go see for yourself..and it's a "forever home". As you need more services, they are available, so no need to move to another "home" to receive the medical services you require. It's a wonderful place.

Banish loneliness in a friendly group with good food and luxurious surroundings. Located in…read moredowntown Evanston so doctors and shopping are nearby. There's a van for some longer trips.

Warmly professional staff! Deliciously healthy food choices, gorgeous, well-planned, peaceful…read moreunits, inviting spaces in which to play, relax, or meet a friend to chat. Impressive activities schedule with excellent speakers. Perfect location, especially if you enjoy walking to excellent restaurants, music, groceries (Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Farmers' Market, etc), or to Northwestern for fabulous and free jazz concerts by their brilliant students. I could go on and on. And, there are glorious sunrise walks by the lake! I look forward to living there..

My mother was an outpatient client for 3 weeks after a brief stay at Evanston Hospital. We had a…read morefantastic care team on the 3rd floor, who showed her the utmost respect and care. They are always willing to lend a helping hand when we need it. The facility does offer free parking. Visitors must check in and check out at the front desk on every visit. I do want to mention that on occasions, the staff does take cruel treatment from some patients, so be kind, as they are there to take care of your loved ones.

Our loved one experienced a couple of health setbacks while at this facility. Each time, there…read moreseemed to be a delay in calling paramedics and getting them transferred to the hospital, which was concerning. What really made a difference were the CNAs. Victorine, Quincy, Annie, Ngozi and several others were consistently kind, attentive, and compassionate -- they're the ones who helped make a tough situation more bearable. We actually returned for a second stay mainly because we trusted the care provided by these CNAs. There were also a few nurses, especially those on the late-night shift, who clearly had our loved one's best interests at heart and provided excellent care. The doctor wasn't particularly warm or approachable, but when I raised concerns about medications (through the nurses), he usually responded and tried to address them. Unfortunately, therapy was the most disappointing part of the experience. I had to be very vocal to get my loved one the therapy they needed, and it felt like there was little initiative or follow-through from the therapy team. Basic equipment like gait belts seemed unfamiliar to them, and we were pushed toward using a Hoyer lift rather than working toward the mobility goals we had set. Another concern was cleanliness -- not once did I see anyone doing thorough cleaning. For a medical facility, that was troubling and made us uneasy about infection control.

My decision to move to Trulee was a good one! Excellence prevails at Trulee-Evanston, the…read morenewly-established senior living community located on Ridge Avenue in Evanston, Illinois. Vitality abounds in a community designed for both wellness and social engagement. Daily activities include exercise classes and thoughtfully-planned events including guest presentations/performances, current events, documentary discussions, travel talks, board/card games and more. The inviting smells coming from Trulee's kitchen permeate the second-floor dining center. Nutritious meals are served with a culinary flair, enhanced by the company, smiles and laughter of my new friends. As a spirited woman of 78, I continue to celebrate my 21st birthday. I recall over dinner the other evening asking my companions, "What is the secret of longevity?" One response was "attitude," another said, "happiness," the third said "thinking positively." There you have it! I'm surrounded by people who love life and continue to live life well. Genuine caring is demonstrated regularly by both administrative and medical staff. Living life well in an environment of kindness and caring is what Trulee-Evanston is all about. Charlene Blockinger

From the owner: Trulee Evanston is a modern senior living community just 13 miles north of Chicago. This is a…read morelifestyle that rewards your love of an urban, yet close-knit vibe with striking architecture, cutting-edge technology conveniences, extraordinary culinary experiences, and refreshing outdoor spaces. Mirroring the experience of a 5-star hotel, with the finest in hospitality and services. A 9-story senior living community that can inspire you to rise to new levels of wellness and peace of mind. In Evanston, Illinois, Trulee Evanston features Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. We'd love to tell you more.

How can I leave a 1 star review without even going there? Well, I'll tell you. My mother in-law was…read morelooking for rehabilitation. I called not once, but four times to ask to take a tour of the facility. My wife called an additional three times. All calls went to the admissions voicemail. So 7 messages left, not one call has been returned. That tells me that The Pearl Of Evanston is not on top of things. What happens if there is an insurance issue, or logistics issue? Doesn't fill me with any confidence of their ability.

This place is awful. They are good at making care plans, also at sending therapists to evaluate…read morepatients. These people seem competent. However, they never seem to administer therapy. In nine days there, my wife had one session of physical therapy. The nursing staff is dreadful. Calls for assistance take thirty minutes or more for a response. No one ever answers their phone at night and I mean never, like fifty or more rings. Stay clear of this place.

The residents are the best at this location. They have a great management team. They try their best…read moreto keep the residents satisfied. The residents are satisfied with their work. If a senior citizen was shopping around looking for residency, I'll tell them to consider the Mather.

My brother and sister-in-law lived here. When my brother was sent to Rush to get his meds…read moreevaluated, the Mather failed to supply a list of his medications even though they were asked. At Rush, they discovered he could not swallow; apparently no one at the Mather noticed or wondered why he was so desperately thin. He died without returning to the Mather. He had dementia and was cranky. When I laughed about his behavior, the aides glared at me. They apparently thought he was misbehaving and should change his ways. When my sister-in-law needed help, her family hired wonderful 24 hour help to come into the Mather because they didn't want a repeat of my brother's experience.

I cannot say enough good things about McGaw Rehab. My mother and father have both needed stays here…read moredue to myriad health issues. The staff are patient, kind and professional. Kathy Kennedy in admissions is such an asset to this community. She works tirelessly to help families navigate paperwork and is so supportive during what can be a stressful time. There is no better place.

Be careful of this place. My Mom's husband was being cared for because of an infection. He fell and…read moreis now in the hospital in bad shape. He had fallen and was on the floor in his room for an extended period of time. So sad.