Lexington of Chicago Ridge, located in Chicago Ridge, IL, is a senior living community that provides a variety of care services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care. The facility is structured to support individuals who require both medical and personal assistance, with specialized programs aimed at recovery and improving the quality of life. Key areas of focus in their care offerings include incontinence care, ambulatory care, and secured environments for assisting patients with different levels of mobility and cognitive needs. The facility's services extend to wound care management and hospice care, ensuring that residents receive comprehensive support for their medical conditions.
At Lexington of Chicago Ridge, residents have access to a broad range of therapeutic services, including occupational therapy, orthopedic care, physical therapy, and extensive rehabilitation programs. These are supported by an excellent occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy department. Additional services include electronic medication administration records for accurate medication coordination, a pulmonary rehabilitation program, and assistance with managing conditions such as diabetes and depression. The facility also offers respite care for short-term needs and transportation to medical appointments for their residents.
Despite these offerings, resident and family reviews have raised significant concerns regarding the overall quality of care and professionalism within the facility. Commonly mentioned issues include inattentive staff behavior, poor communication with families, and neglect in patient care, leading to negative outcomes such as untreated bedsores and infections. There are concerns about the living environment, with mentions of unsanitary conditions and subpar food quality. However, some reviews indicate positive experiences with particular staff, especially in the physical therapy department and among some dedicated nurses, suggesting inconsistent service quality. While structured rehabilitation programs are noted positively, there are prevalent criticisms regarding the management practices, influencing the perception of the facility significantly. No recent web information on updates for the facility was found, indicating that any changes or improvements in response to these concerns are not documented in available resources.
Costs at this community start at $3,095 and range up to $7,841. The average price in the community is $5,468, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,511. 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.