Aperion Care Forest Park is a nursing home facility located in Forest Park, Illinois. It primarily provides skilled nursing care, alongside offerings in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility is certified by Medicare and Medicaid, participating in these programs since June 19, 1998. With a focus on comprehensive care, Aperion Care Forest Park supports a resident population of 154 individuals with a variety of medical and therapeutic services. The facility provides structured activities such as clubs and communities to promote social engagement among residents.
Aperion Care Forest Park offers an array of specialized care services, including occupational and physical therapy, stroke and cardiac care, speech therapy, and wound care. Pain management is also available, addressing the needs of residents with chronic discomfort. The staff includes trained nurses who provide daily medical care, while the facility also offers dialysis, dental care, and memory care services. For those requiring end-of-life services, hospice care is available. Residents can benefit from additional programs such as yoga, aiding physical and mental well-being. The facility offers practical amenities, including a barber/beauty salon and laundry/dry cleaning services. Residents and their families have access to counseling services for support, and the facility maintains affiliations with local hospitals such as Alton Memorial Hospital and Saint Louis University Hospital.
The facility also addresses chronic conditions like arthritis and depression, offering specialized care and medication management. Despite these comprehensive offerings, resident and family reviews highlight several areas of concern, including inadequate staffing, unsanitary conditions, and unsatisfactory staff attitudes, with some alleging cases of medical negligence. There are reports of communication breakdowns and personal items going missing, as well as improper meal handling. While there are mentions of dedicated staff members, the reviews suggest systemic management and operational failures. Nonetheless, Aperion Care Forest Park continues to operate, providing care within its established framework.
Costs at this community start at $2,500 and range up to $8,000. The average price in the community is $5,250, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,503. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
