I'm posting this to let people know about the Memory Care at Clarendale of Algonquin.. Neglect,…read moreabuse unsafe conditions and in adequate care. The Executive Director and Director of Health Services and their staff were fully aware of the on going problems which never was resolved. I hope this is a warning for families that are thinking of putting their loved ones in Clarendale of Algonquin. We finally had enough of their in adequate facility and moved my mom out.

BEWARE!!! As long as "assisted living" is minimal time involved they are more than happy to take…read more$$$$ - as soon as you need 3 extra minutes (no exaggeration) they say they can no longer "care" for you. Director even told me assisted living isn't what they can do for you but how much staff time it takes. Then they unceremoniously tell you to leave. While you find somewhere, they are happy to raise your rate while cutting your service. Horrible management! Example: they claimed loved one was a 2 person + assist and aides were instructed to leave her in her room for all meals - in her lift recliner (where they also left her to sleep and go to the bathroom!) IT'S A LIFT RECLINER!!! I came in BY MYSELF and transferred her to her wheelchair (giving her time to get her feet under her and turn) to go to the dining room. I filmed it and the entire transfer BY MYSELF took 3 minutes and 30 seconds! this is what they claimed 2 or more of their staff couldn't do!!! PS - loved one is doing everything at the new facility that Clarendale said she couldn't do simply because they couldn't be bothered to give her literally a few extra minutes. They won't tell you this up front and have no qualms totally upending an elderly persons life for their convenience. Additionally, they screwed up submitting 2 months of insurance claims and after basically kicking her out, have not responded to requests for a refund on the entire months rent and care that was paid - we are out about $24,000 until everything can be resolved.

you will never find a better place -ever! The staff does not have a 9-5 job here, it is a life…read morestyle they have chosen, filled with love in their hearts for each person. I have seen many, many facilities, but this place, led by Doug, is absolutely amazing. Everyone is kept involved, fed incredibly , and attended to their individual needs, with love and detail. I cannot say enough goods things about this place David Owens

The facility is bright and clean, the meals pretty tasty and I can't say enough good things about…read morethe staff at this facility. My 92-year old mother moved into one of their assisted living studios in the fall of 2014. Up until that point, she had lived on her own, so clearly, she wasn't very enthusiastic about the move. She wasn't as engaged in some of the activities as we might have liked, but it wasn't for lack of the staff's teasing encouragement (which she enjoyed). When her health deteriorated a year or so later, she moved into the more intimate memory care wing in a studio almost identical to the one she'd had, where the staff could keep her under watchful eyes. Before long, a hospice crew became part of her care team. As prickly as my mother could be, she was loved by members of the staff. Several of her caregivers wept the day she died and for me, that said it all. Difficult as it was, we had made the right decision. One other thing worth mentioning: it's not a huge community, so if it's important for your loved one to be in a place where everyone knows everyone else, this is a good choice.

Eric the social worker there dose not do his Job what a joke! the rn and the cna's are great.read more

I have to say that my time there was not great but it wasn't terrible the people that work there…read moreespecially for one CNA Mariah she really cared for all her patients she deserves a raise. when i first got there she really noticed that i was in major pain and tried to make me as confortable as possible. When she told me about options about the shower schedule she had to do a bed bath on me and treated me with dignity and made me feel confortable. From that day on i knew that while she was there i was in good hands with a caring person. There was a few more people there that always made me confortable and these people are the reeptionist i always called her georgeous and she called me hansome she made me feel at home i didn't get here name and i am sorry. there was two more people that really kicked my butt in therapy and they were Agnes and Ross they really worked me because they knew how bad i wanted to go home and they did not take it easy on me i appreciated that there were days when i got back to my room and just exhausted. This is the reason that this review is not five stars and it comes down to privacy. This is more for the second shift when the door is closed to the room it is only proper to knock and wait to be answered before coming in to the room. They had a habit of just walking in the room without knocking. There was a couple of times where i was in the bathroom and they just barged in and opened the door. Even though it is a kind of a hospital vibe when the door to the room is closed it should be considered being private and the courtesy is to knock not just walk in the door. if i ever have to go back for rehab i would go back to avondale

We moved a church brother to a River Glen memory unit because of issues at the Holmstad two years…read moreago. The care has been excellent. The memory care unit is self-contained, consisting of a living room atmosphere surrounded by private bed/bath rooms. The resident does not need to navigate hallways or elevators. Everyday they have activities to exercise the mind and/or body. The staff turnover is low which is a plus. The nursing staff is one of the best, not just for the resident, but also for helping us manage expectations. We went from a one-star arrangement to ta 5-star arrangement at a lower cost and highly recommend River Glen.

This review comes from the perspective of a resident in independent living in one of the town…read morehomes. My husband and I moved into the community in mid January 2025. I felt at home within the first week of our move. My husband took a little longer, but has made the adjustment. Everyone, staff and neighbors, have been very friendly and have made this transition a good one. There are plenty of activities available and our own ideas for activities are readily accepted. There is a lovely walking path within the courtyard of the townhomes and a lot of green space. Best of all, we were able to bring our dog, and she loves it here. There is frequently someone out sitting in the shade on a bench to give her attention. It is wonderful not to have to worry about outside. Maintenance responds in timely manner to issues arising in our home.

This place is the BEST!!! The Sweetest Residents Love here!!! The employees are handpicked with…read morekindness, empathy, compassion and patience. I love this place!! It's near and dear to my heart!! I would give this place a 10 if more stars were up above.........5 stars is just not a good rating for this Fabulous facility of caring hearts!!!! Marcy is a hands on Administrator! She truly cares about Heritage Woods! I've seen her work in all areas and departments. There is nothing she can't do in my opinion.........

Worst decision we ever made to place our mother here! to bad we have to wait for hindsight to see…read more20/20. They put on a great show at tour time and its downhill from there ... once inside With insurance and SS money they get over $6,000 a month and provide literally only meals to our mother! but dish out a ton of heartache!!. They dont deserve one star!

I was hospitalized in Michaelsen Health's Acute Nursing Care Center for seven weeks, following a…read morelife-threatening infection involving extensive surgery. Everyone at the Center, from my attending Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Nurse Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists, to the Social Worker, Dietician, Housekeepers, and folks in the Cafeteria, treated me with the utmost level of professionalism, compassion, and thoughtfulness. I can genuinely say that each member of my healthcare team treated me as if I were a member of their family. I can honestly say that I would not have walked out of the Center if not for them...if not for each and everyone of them.

Very under staffed. My mom is now a patient there. When you call for help or assistance we have…read morewaited from 30-40 mins for help. My mother has not bathed or showered in 1 week. She said they have sponge bathed her which consists of being wiped down with diaper wipes. She is there for rehabilitation from a fractured femur and has gone to rehab 3 times in 6 days. I am more than disappointed. I called the front desk which took more than 25 rings to be answered when it was answered I asked for the nurses station and was told my call would probably not be answered because they were too busy. My mother went in healthy and completely aware of who she is and where she was. Last night she came down with a cold, fever, possibly Covid at 4:00pm the next day was finally given Tylenol to help with her fever. She was delirious and had no idea where she was. This place is awful. I am sorry we were sent here.

Formerly was The Oaks of Bartlett…read more The rehab center is very good and the PT OT were friendly, nice and helped my mom recover. The nurses & nurses aides were attentive and helpful. They enjoyed their patients and responded nicely to them. Family were able to ask questions and got responses. This is NOT JUST ONE family with the following. You talk with others while there: The "Social Worker " is not certified from what I was told. Rolando, is USELESS. He says he will help find a place once the patient is leaving. He DID NOT. We had to push, ask questions, meet, etc. NOTHING was really offered. He finally said he had phone numbers to give us. That piece of paper with 10 facilities on it, was USELESS. I found 2 to be possibilities but those didn't pan out. On most, there is no distinction which are rehab, asst living, nursing. WHY THEY HIRE SOMEONE in this position, I do NOT understand. Anyone can hand out a paper or cards and leave if up to the family. He DID NOT make call/connections for us. He did tell us that they have info for those WHO CAN PAY which I figure is probably their 1st or 2nd floor residents. BE CAREFUL as Rolando will have an exit date. IF it is NOT reasonable, speak up. He was going to send MOM home by AMBULANCE as she was not mobile. I asked what we do once she arrives. He then changed the date. She was able to walk with assistance when she left on a later date. So, the patient is treated well, and rehab is good. IF you have lots of money to cover for residence afterwards, it's probably OK. However, there are even NICER places if you search ALDEN, Arbor Terrace in Naperville, Sunrise, some of the Heritage Woods, Asbury Gardens, Victory Center of Bartlett. Research and find one.

Great staff. 5-star health care center. Wonderful home-like environment. Highly recommended.read more

THIS PLACE IS PHENOMENAL. the employees are so so so kind to the elders especially one in…read moreparticular i believe his name was Chase Zombo (I believe that's what my father said) he was so kind and respectful to my dad. We need more Chase Zombos is the world.

My dads has lost 25 pounds since moving in here 14 months ago. My parents bought in to the Holmstad…read moreat no small price with their full awareness that my dad has celiac disease. After months of numerous phone calls, face-to-face talks, and visits, they still are serving my dad meals with gluten, knowing he has celiac and that his celiac is cancer-causing. It took an oncologist diagnosis of celiac-aggravated Stage 4 cancer, and threats of legal action to FINALLY get them to comply to serving him gluten free meals. ONLY LIVE HERE IF YOU WANT YOUR LOVED ONE TO MEET A QUICK END.