Miller Health Care Center, located in Kankakee, IL, is a facility providing a variety of care services primarily focused on nursing home care and assisted living. With a current occupant count of 81 residents, the center aims to address the diverse needs of its residents through comprehensive care plans. Certified by both Medicare and Medicaid, Miller Health Care Center has been a Medicare participant since July 7, 1995. This certification reflects its intention to maintain federal standards in healthcare service delivery. The facility also offers continuing care, memory care, and a range of other healthcare services.
The center provides specialized care services including podiatry, pulmonary rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, cardiac care, wound care, and IV therapies. The nursing staff is specifically trained to deliver these medical supports in conjunction with occupational therapy professionals who assist residents in managing daily activities. Facilities like a beauty and barber shop within the center add to the comforts provided to residents. The inclusion of amenities such as laundry and dry cleaning services, as well as respite care options, supports the day-to-day needs of residents and their families. The center promotes social engagement through clubs and communities, aiming to foster a sense of community and belonging among its residents.
While some reviews from residents and families have praised aspects like attentive care, high-quality food services, and respectful nursing interactions, others contrast these by mentioning areas of improvement such as staffing adequacy and hygiene practices. Response times to call buttons and the meeting of essential health needs have been points of concern for some reviewers. Overall, the experiences shared highlight a variance in care quality, suggesting that individual experiences may hinge upon specific circumstances or the personnel involved at various times. Resident and family counseling services are available to address such concerns, indicating Miller Health Care Center's effort to continuously improve its service environment.
Costs at this community start at $1,500 and range up to $9,020. The average price in the community is $5,260, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,204. 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.