Brookdale Des Plaines

7 months since my original review of Brookdale Des Plaines as a new resident……my opinions have only gotten better and stronger. The short version…COME AND JOIN US!!!! Or……read on…. The # one reason for my opinion of continued satisfaction is that the management AND staff continue to administer their responsibilities at the highest level, on a 24/7/365 basis! Things that stand out after 7 months is the attitude / dedication of the entire staff, food, house-keeping, maintenance, At-home services, activities, even busing, GREAT people doing GREAT jobs with terrific attitudes, smiles on their faces. Making certain the residents get all the assistance that they need. House-keeping of this 10 story building is relentless…and appreciated!!! Note. I have not mentioned Medical/nursing care because I am not in Assisted Living, so I do not have much contact with those services. However, I do use the on-site Physical Therapy service which has proved to be exceptional. During the 7 months I have

Grateful for the exceptional care and attention by the staff at Brookdale. Dad's been doing better now that he can participate more in his own care and has made friends with other vets. Really a place dedicated to making life more manageable.

Though I decided against moving into Brookdale Des Plaines Senior Living, the facility left a lasting impression. Its welcoming atmosphere and impressive amenities stood out to me, making it a difficult decision to explore other options. Despite not choosing to move, I hold a positive view of Brookdale Des Plaines.

We toured Brookdale in DesPlaines for my mother. We have looked at several places for her. Our first impression was the lobby was so inviting and the staff was very friendly. We looked at a couple apartments and found them spacious and clean. Aft a delicious lunch we looked in on a couple of activities and the residents seemed to be enjoying themselves. Mom isn’t quite ready to move but this is her first choice.

It's been such a positive experience, staff is fantastic and helpful. Community is very clean. Nursing team available and exceptional service provided as needed. I looked at a lot of communities and Brookdale Des Plaines was by far the best option for me.

Mom is somewhat happy there but doesn't come out of her room much for activities or games (much to my dismay), but that's how mom is. She prefers to be on her own as opposed to getting involved and mingling.

It's a great place, I wouldn't go anywhere else. I've been here 7 years. My husband and I moved here together, and he loved it as well. Food, employees, and activities are fantastic. Fellow residents are very friendly and welcoming.

The minute I walked in and saw the gigantic Christmas tree in the atrium of the Lobby, it felt like home. I have toured quite a few Senior Living facilities for various family members over the years. Brookdale had everything we were looking for to ensure Mom had a smooth transition to Senior Living. The staff is phenomenal and met all of our needs. The amenities and daily programs offer something for everyone. The “New Resident” activities encourage independence and socialization. I know Mom is safe and sound even when I can’t be there. Additional services are available if the need ever arises. It is conveniently located near downtown Des Plaines and major expressways. I’ve had no regrets and most of all, Mom loves living there.

I toured with Brookdale Des Plaines and it was lovely. It was just a bit further than we wanted. The facility also didn't have laundry in-unit, and that was really important to my parents.

Since I moved here in May I have made new friends and the staff is great . I would highly recommend Brookdale Des Plaines for anyone wanting to move here!!! My family and friends are very happy I'm here.

Quick review, after 7 weeks of residency. 83 yr old senior. Major surgery earlier this yr, Lived alone in a 2100 sq.ft 3 story house and needed to change my living situation big time. Visited 5 different facilities in Jan.-Feb 2023. Brookdale Des Plaines was 1 of the 5, took our time w/ scheduled visits, took notes , ended up choosing Brookdale Des Plaines. I am over the top satisfied …..6 hour surgery (3/10) went well, 3 wks at Shirley Ryan rehab, sold house and moved to Brookdale [removed]. The facilty, the management, staff, excellent food service, all the activities/ amenities....each one, and all combined deliver "above expectations" !!! Residents here truly love this place and the staff visibly goes out of their way to assist ALL the residents. That is strong and demonstrative "top down' influences from anagement. You can see it, feel it, smell it and know it happens here. The entire place is spotless!!! A total TEAM effort ... Thanks BROOKDALE !!!

This was a good community with good staff. We felt it was too big for our loved one, and felt it was more than we wanted to speand.

Great feedback, Mom is adjusting well and really likes it.

Our family had an in person tour and we had a great tour experience here and it was our first choice, however we felt it was best due to our loved ones care that memory care would be needed and unfortunately they only have independent living and assisted living

My parents chose Brookdale after deciding they could no longer stay in their home of 64 years. It was the best decision they could have made! They were safe, well fed and had opportunities to interact with others, which had diminished over the years. But Brookdale was so much more than that. It's a warm, homey atmosphere, always beautifully decorated for holidays with a staff that is caring and compassionate. After my father passed away, my mother had her "Brookdale people" as a reason to go on. She loved playing chair volleyball, Wii bowling, exercise classes, Jeopardy and other brain games, and joining her friends in the dining room for meals. I am grateful to Brookdale for all they provided for my parents and the other residents I've had the pleasure of meeting. They were a blessing to my family and prayers answered.

Our dad had a massive stroke in 2014 which prompted our mom to become his primary caregiver. The stroke left my father with left side paralysis. In 2021 we lost our mom to cancer, which immediately put us in the position of finding a place for Dad. We found an assisted living facility and had no peace of mind at all as our dad was not treated well. Luckily we found Brookdale. The care is exceptional. We can now visit our dad as his children and as a family, not as his caregiver. Our dad is still able to maintain his dignity with some independence while having his physical needs met at the same time. The staff is professional and caring. Due to our Dad’s physical disabilities it makes it extremely difficult to go some places on his own. Fortunately, Brookdale offers Brookdale at Home right in the premises so that Dad can go on outings accompanied by a caring staff member so that he can engage in the fun. I should also add that Brookdale is a beautiful and clean community.

My Father was a resident here. I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful his and our (my sister and I) experience was.. The Staff was so helpful and kind. He was in Assisted Living and needed daily care. We could count on the Staff for his safety as well.

My father lived here for 2 years and I he was very happy at Brookdale Des Plaines. The staff was always helpful and would notify me if there were any concerns regarding my father. We chose Brookdale Des Plaines because it is a large facility and is located in the downtown area of Des Plaines - Which has a lot of stores and restaurants within 1 mile radius. There are lot of amenities that include a living room, dining room, activity room (pool table), library, fitness/therapy center, salon, outdoor patio, live entertainment, etc. They offer a bus that can take residents on field trips/shopping. My dad loved that he was able to socialize with other residents and staff members. I really like everything that Brookdale Des Plaines offers and I recommend it for anyone looking for a place for independent/assisted living.

My parents lived at Brookdale Des Plaines for 18 months until their passing. They had the best care from the entire staff. If I ever had an issue or question, someone would respond almost immediately. The rooms were updated and very spacious. The food was very good. The activities for the residents seemed to be spot on for the elderly. I would highly recommend this facility.

My father has been at Brookdale Desplaines for over 5 years now and it has been wonderful! Myself and my family rest easy knowing that he is receiving such great care. He started out in Independent living and moved to Assisted living after a fall. We were so happy that they were still able to accommodate his needs after his fall. The staff on the assisted living floor are so caring and are always available when we have questions or concerns. The management staff is also very responsive and answered all our questions. They helped to make the transition to the assisted living floor seamless. We feel confident that he is comfortable and well cared for at Brookdale!