My mother is 86 years old and bedridden. My father is 87. My father was the primary caregiver for…read moremy mom. It was getting too much for her to handle independently, but she hesitated to get help. I convinced her to meet with Purple Spring. We were both very impressed with the services offered and the ability to customize the care my father wanted. When we started the service, my father was thrilled. We highly recommend Purple Spring to anyone seeking a compassionate and professional home care service.

We hired Purple Spring Home Caregivers, Inc. when my aunt was released from the hospital and needed…read morealmost constant health care around the clock. The caregiver from this agency was very knowledgeable.

My husband is nonambulatory after a stroke. I noticed this organization was highly rated so we gave…read moreit a try. It's been 5 weeks now and we couldn't be happier. We have a terrific caregive/cna, Igor. Very competent and amiable. He is gentle with Scott, never rushes and always explains what he's doing. He's never late and hasn't missed a day. Very laid back company, no 20 page contract to sign. They are in the business because they care. John Fitzgerald and Scott Myers

Through this agency, my family had the wonderful opportunity to meet a true angel who cares for my…read moreMother with kind hands and a full heart. The agency is terrific to work with. We are more than pleased and grateful to have found Friendly Home Care.

I found custom home care while researching help for my neighbor when he was released from rehab…read more He is 83 and needed daily care after bad fall. I called a variety of agencies but once I connected with custom it just felt right. Sheila scheduled a visit while in rehab and then home visit before he transitioned home. Their advice, reccomendations and everything has been stellar. They are able to accomodate needs quickly and have a large, excellent pool of caregivers. They were able to provide male caregivers as well which was a major plus. We have used custom for about 4 months now and it only gets better. The caregivers have ALL been professional, knowledgeable and people you feel very comfortable leaving alone with my neighbor. Each one has been outstanding in keeping me informed and I know my friend is watched out for and safe. If you researching these options I understand how stressful and discouraging it can be. Its a very difficult process but I can assure you that custom has exceeded our expectations. Highest praise and highest respect to EVERY one I have talked to at custom home. They amount of stress that has been removed knowing we chose wisely is the most wonderful feeling ever.

I am most pleased with the ladies are caretakers, Susan, Melissa, Bassy and Tairat . I really…read moreappreciate the support they give. I live at Discovery Village, Des Plaines.

I was lucky enough to go on a tour in possible consideration to volunteer. I wasn't sure of the…read morelocation and when I pulled up I was amazed. Nestled between a marina and Lake Michigan, this hospital for children looks like a bright and cheerful oasis for ill little angels. One building is extremely old and you can feel this history as you walk around. The other building a new which doesn't match the prior building. I wish it would have been built to mesh with the original. Both bright and cheerful and absolutely spotless. The doctors, nurses and volunteers show love and compassion while interacting with the children. I was told about a doctor who becomes very upset if he sees a child awake and alone in their room. He very much wants the staff to focus on the children first and never allow any of these babies to be lonely or scared. Many children stay long term as they try to rest and recover from very serious illnesses, so the dedication is real. What could very well be a sad place, actually is cheerful and full of love. If anyone is looking to volunteer time, donate money or attend their fundraisers, I highly recommend La Rabida Children's Hospital as a place to direct your love! It is very easy to locate on South Lakeshore Drive and parking is very easy.

Dr Chernoff has been my daughters genetics doctor for several years now and Jenn Tripoli has been…read moreher speech pathologist for about 8 months or so(my daughter is diagnosed with Down Syndrome). They both are really good and knowledgeable at what they do. Dr Chernoff has been extremely helpful with any questions that I present to her as well as very thorough with her test and updates on her condition. Jenn Tripoli has been great as well with her speech Pathology, myself and others can definitely tell a difference. My daughter is annunciating much better and better understanding questions that are asked of her. I haven't had any experiences with the in patient care but the services with outpatient care has been great!

Now known as Open Arms, they provided me with invaluable assistance in bathing, dressing, and…read moreoverall personal hygiene.

I engaged Lincoln Park Family Care (LPFC) in the midst of the pandemic no less, after my mother…read morefinished with her skilled nursing stint after a fall, and was released to her Independent Living apartment in an upscale senior center in Evanston that in theory provides all levels of care. However, my mother's return to the apartment was conditioned on employing assistance for her. As I manage my mother's affairs from across the country, this was a challenge as her senior center did not have anyone on their "list" that provided the kind of care my mother needed - daily check in and assistance with medication. My mother is intensely private and independent, and so the alternatives of half day "companionship" were not a good match, even though she suffers from dementia. Fortunately, Lincoln Park and Jeff and his wife Ausra were recommended by a former caregiver (since retired) I had employed for my stepfather several years ago. The team at Lincoln Park stepped in immediately with aplomb. They worked diligently to win my mother's confidence and trust - this is not an easy task. They provided me with reports on her progress and advocated on her behalf with the staff at her community. They made themselves available by phone 24/7 for when she got confused on things like her medication instructions. All of this was made even more challenging with the pandemic which forced my mother to spend all of her days locked-up in her apartment. Jeff obviously has a wealth of knowledge and experience working with dementia patients. One of the things it is especially hard to do, especially from afar, is evaluating the on the ground experience vs. the told experience of someone in mental decline who is fighting very hard to "keep with-it." Jeff very deftly and respectfully laid out the evolving situation as we all threaded our way through a very difficult time as my mother navigated her challenges amidst the changing COVID world. Ausra provided a very caring presence, especially with female support, and stepping in to take care of small shopping requests. Jeff and Ausra work as a very good team, and have other skilled caregivers when they are not on point. I can't say enough for the quality of care they have given to my mother and at the same time the assistance they provided me in understanding the situation in my role as remote caregiver. They have also been good eyes and ears on the ground, helping me stay attuned to the changing dynamics of the Center necessitated by COVID. I highly recommend Lincoln Park Family Care.

Lincoln Park Family Care (LPFC) has been a wonderful provider for my mom who has moderate…read moreAlzheimer's Disease and lives in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC). Many CCRCs, no matter how upscale they are, are understaffed and are not designed for people with mild to moderate dementia. They offer three categories of care (independent living, assisted living, and memory care) when, in my opinion, there should be at least six categories. They market themselves as providing all of the services an aging person will need, but that's not really the case. Our elders are healthier than in the past and as a result, more of them are going to age into dementia. It's a looming crisis in elder care. In my opinion, CCRCs need to evolve. Until they do, people who can afford CCRCs may have to hire private care or their loved one may suffer alone and be heavily sedated. My mom is young (72), physically healthy and active, which presents challenges because she is also unable to make rational decisions. She does not understand that she has dementia and is proud and independently minded, so assisting her with activities of daily living can also be very challenging. Jeff and Ausra, the owners, have gone above and beyond in providing not only compassionate care for my mom, but support for me via many meetings and phone calls. Before working with them we had another caregiving provider and experienced turnover and last-minute sick call-outs, resulting in substitute caregivers my mom did not know. The only time I got a phone call was when there was a problem. This is not how LPFC operates at all. I get frequent updates from them, and we also talk to share ideas, discuss challenges, and also share positive experiences. LPFC takes a very hands-on approach and they are clearly driven by empathy and an earnest desire to make my mom's life as fulfilling as possible. A lot of thought has gone into the caregivers they have matched with my mom. Retirement communities can be challenging environments for private caregivers to navigate, and LPFC has also been consistently patient, honest and proactive in communicating with the retirement community and being patient with the challenges. The chord running through all of what LPFC does is to provide my mom with the best care based on her unique needs. I have heeded their frank and constructive advice many times, and their insights have given me a better understanding of how to approach my mom's behaviors and needs as we navigate this challenging and tragic journey. I highly recommend LPFC. I feel very lucky we found them.

Two of my three children are clients of Lumiere through both Early Intervention and Private Speech…read moreTherapy. Our speech pathologists and physical therapists have exceeded ALL our expectations and I felt it important to share here for reference for other families. My son's delays were both about 30% in speech and also in physical development. So, we did not have a high-needs situation, however they've each made incredible improvements in less than 5 months. Here are the reasons I feel Lumiere Children's Therapy was a perfect fit for us: 1. The therapists are accessible and flexible and respond quickly to my text requests. 2. Each therapist that has worked in my home with my youngest in IE has been respectful, considerate and WELL trained. They patiently work with the wide range of emotions and challenges my son presents. I've connected with each therapist and trust them. 3. The therapy is working. As I watch the therapist work with each of my sons, I'm surprised at the simplicity of what they do. Though it looks 'easy' it's working and it's more than I was able to and they target delays I was unaware of. 3. The facility is well cared for, inspiring and welcoming for my sons and I. (It looks new) I bring all three sons to the sessions for my 6 year old and the staff is happy to let us play with their new toys for that hour. 4. The billing coordinator calls me directly, receives and responds quickly to my questions and has made the experience very positive. I feel she is on the side of the parents. I highly recommend this group to families that are looking for therapy to be a positive experience for their children. My sons are sensitive and highly reactive and I know it is the expertise & energy of the therapists that is moving us forward.

Honestly I wouldn't want my child nowhere else but here . From the beginning the entire team has…read morebeen nothing short of amazing ! They truly care about your child and their wellbeing. I feel as though we set goals for my son execute them no matter how challenging they may be. Having a place where they genuinely want to care for your child and want to see your child grow is such an indescribable feeling !

My Mom passed away here years ago . Now I find my dad here for rehab and there are soooo many…read morethings wrong with the place, I could write a laundry list. My elderly Dad broke his hip. He was at Edwards Hospital for 7 days and each of those days after surgery he was gotten up in the chair. It took some effort, but they did it. He's on his 4th day here and still unable to get him in the chair. Rehab won't try and he'll need a lift to get him up. He needs full care at this point. The other day I arrived at 11 am. His cold breakfast was uneaten on his tray table, no blankets on him and he was on a bedpan for well over an hour. They said they couldn't wake him up. Well I showed them how to wake him up and with my help he ate everything plus 2 ensure shakes ( which I brought) , orange juice and a large glass of water. His room was and still is filthy. Can't find anyone to clean it. His television is all staticky and almost unwatchable. Trash in the drawers and under furniture from another patient. The place just smells! I can't in good conscience recommend this place to anyone and as soon as I am able, I'll get my Dad out of here. He deserves better. I am a health professional and have lots of experience with hospitals, nursing homes and rehab centers.

This is an amazing place.My mom is there for rehab so had surgery on her hip so she need to get her…read moremobility back.upon arrival the DON ( ERIKA) came and introduced herself also explain my mom medications.Later that evening the ADON ( Q )stopped by to check if my mom was in any pain and if she needed anything.Ok so I thought maybe their jus doing this because I'm here.Nope my daughter came and visited mom and she noticed the same treatment but this time it was Nurse Jessica in the morning and Nurse Chantelle in the evening.So knowing that my mom are surrounded with nursing staff who cared really put me at ease.I also feel that the Therapy Department goes above and beyond to get my mom motivated to walk.The staffing coordinator even answered call light and assist mom to the bathroom .Maja explain mom care plan details which was awesome The administrator ( KIM ) has an open door policy which made it even more easier to ask questions.They are an amazing team who cares about their residents.Deandre helped find after care assistance for home .I would recommend this facility to everyone.Thanks Downers Grove Rehabilitation