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Brookdale Des Plaines

800 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Independent Living Assisted Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,955
One Bedroom
Estimated $4,981
Two Bedroom
Estimated $6,126

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,913
  • Average State Price: $4,679
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Brookdale Des Plaines Description

    Brookdale Des Plaines is a large 75 bed community that offers independent living and assisted living and is located in Des Plaines, Illinois and is part of the Brookdale Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9.2 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 8 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    9.3
    Brookdale Des Plaines
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 198 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 8 communities in Des Plaines
  • Ranking in State: 234 out of 1473 communities in IL
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.0
    Brookdale Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1999 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Illinois

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Residents and their families have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences at Brookdale Des Plaines, highlighting the community's vibrant atmosphere, attentive and caring staff, and the wide range of activities and services available. Many have noted the ease of making new friends, the convenience of having help with cleaning and cooking, and the pleasure of living in pleasant and airy apartments.

    Brookdale Des Plaines is praised for its responsive and professional staff across all departments, from sales to engineering to customer service, ensuring residents' needs are met promptly and efficiently. The community is recognized for its efforts to keep residents active and engaged through a myriad of activities, contributing to a fulfilling living experience.

    Families have expressed gratitude for the compassionate care their loved ones receive, highlighting the staff's dedication to treating residents with respect, compassion, and levity. The community's ability to adapt to the challenging needs of residents, including those requiring assisted living, has been particularly appreciated.

    Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Brookdale Des Plaines has been commended for its effective measures to keep residents safe and healthy, while still providing engaging activities and emotional support. The staff's attentiveness to both the physical and emotional needs of residents has been a source of comfort to families.

    However, one review did express concerns about the facility's need for upgrades and the attentiveness of the dining staff. Despite these criticisms, the overall sentiment remains highly positive, with many families recommending Brookdale Des Plaines for its quality of care, welcoming community, and the positive impact it has had on their loved ones' lives.

    In summary, Brookdale Des Plaines stands out for its caring and professional staff, engaging activities, and the strong sense of community it fosters among residents. While there is room for improvement in certain areas, the overwhelming majority of feedback is positive, reflecting the community's commitment to providing a supportive and enriching environment for seniors.


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    Health

    Medication Management

    Wellness Center

    Skilled Nursing

    Therapy Room

    Personal Care

    Assistance With Daily Living


    Services

    Concierge Service

    Home Maintenance

    Personal Solutions

    Postal Services

    Personalized Assistance


    Activities

    Arts & Crafts Studio

    Game Room

    Billiards

    Walking Paths

    Community Room (Rental Space)

    Engaging Activities


    Community Amenities

    Emergency Alert System

    Indoor Pool

    Fitness Center

    Library

    Beauty/Barber Shop

    Courtyard And Garden


    Room Amenities

    Flat Screen TV

    Kitchen

    Balcony

    Telephone


    Dining

    Café/Bistro

    Coffee Shop

    Private Dining Room

    Snack Shop

    Ice Cream Parlor

    Dining Services


    Transportation

    Transportation

    Parking

    Shopping Trips


    Pet

    Pet-Friendly Community

    Pets



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Des Plaines which is 0.4 miles away and has a population of 58,677 (large town).
    • The average income is $63,272, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 78
      • Low Temperature: 26
      • Average Temperature: 52.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 146 days of rain, 41 days of snow and 177 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.4 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 3.28 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.03 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.69 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.12 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.83 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 157.0, Moderate Days 109.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 7.0, Unhealthy Days 1.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Shop & Save Market
    0.3 miles away
    ALDI
    0.8 miles away
    Butera
    0.9 miles away
    Jewel-Osco
    1.0 miles away
    Mariano's Fresh Market
    2.0 miles away

    Transportation

    Des Plaines
    0.2 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Miner & River Road
    0.1 miles away
    River Road & Miner
    0.1 miles away
    Des Plaines Metra Station (Miner & Lee)
    0.2 miles away
    Lee & Thacker
    0.4 miles away
    Lee & Ashland
    0.4 miles away

    Banks

    Village Bank & Trust
    0.1 miles away
    First Midwest Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Huntington Bank
    0.3 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Fifth Third Bank
    0.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Presence Holy Family Medical Center
    1.1 miles away
    Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
    1.7 miles away
    Glenbrook Hospital
    3.9 miles away
    AMITA Health Resurrection Medical Center
    4.8 miles away
    Northwest Community Hospital
    5.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.4 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Graceland Prairie Dental
    0.3 miles away
    John C. Kaminski General Dentistry
    0.4 miles away
    Brite Bite Dental
    0.5 miles away
    Dental Vue
    0.9 miles away
    Dr. John S. Zanoni, DDS
    1.0 miles away

    Parks

    Des Plaines
    0.0 miles away
    Central Park
    0.1 miles away
    James Paroubek Park
    0.3 miles away
    Centennial Park
    0.4 miles away
    Rand Park
    0.4 miles away

    Places of Worship

    BAPS SwamiNarayan Sanstha Temple
    17.9 miles away
    Roberts Temple Church of God in Christ
    20.0 miles away

    Shopping

    Golf Mill Shopping Center
    2.5 miles away
    Fashion Outlets of Chicago
    4.4 miles away
    Dempster Commons
    5.5 miles away
    Harlem-Irving Plaza
    6.9 miles away
    Woodfield Mall
    7.7 miles away

    Culture

    Des Plaines Theater
    0.3 miles away
    Norman E. Watson Autotorium
    3.8 miles away
    Lyceum
    3.9 miles away
    Rosemont Theatre
    4.4 miles away
    Gallery Park Amphitheatre
    4.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Des Plaines Family Restaurant & Pancake House
    0.2 miles away
    Leona's
    0.2 miles away
    Sugar Bowl
    0.2 miles away
    Mexico Restaurant
    0.3 miles away
    The Choo Choo
    0.3 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of IL. It is a large-sized community with 75 total beds.

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