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Evenglow Lodge
215 East Washington, Pontiac, IL 61764
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Evenglow Lodge Description
Discover a Life Plan Community like no other nestled in the heart of beautiful downtown Pontiac, Illinois. Evenglow is a forward-thinking, not-for-profit, faith-based senior living community with a 64-year legacy of providing residents with enriched living they deserve. Our dedicated focus on whole-person well-being and an impeccable reputation of stand-out service sets us apart as a leader in senior living for the Pontiac area offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. At Evenglow, give up nothing and gain everything.
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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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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Evenglow Lodge and its associated facilities, including the Tjardes Health Center and Evenglow Inn, receive high praise for their care of seniors, whether in assisted living or nursing home settings. Reviewers consistently highlight the kind, friendly, and knowledgeable staff, noting the quality care provided by nurses and CNAs. Residents and their families feel confident and respected, appreciating the attentive and caring manner of the staff.
Many reviews share personal stories of long-term satisfaction, with one resident enjoying over 14 years at the facility, crediting the atmosphere and staff for reaching her 100th birthday. The variety of programs and activities, along with the convenience of transitioning from independent to assisted living without changing apartments, are highly valued.
The facilities are described as clean and welcoming, with a nice chapel, three hot meals a day, and plenty of activities to keep residents engaged. The staff's communication with families, especially regarding residents' care and any changes in their condition, is greatly appreciated. The checking in and out process for visitors is carefully managed, ensuring safety and peace of mind for all involved.
Overall, Evenglow is highly recommended by both residents and their families, as well as staff, for anyone considering senior living options. The caring staff, clean environment, good food, and attentive care make it a top choice for many.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 5
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Dec. 15, 2005
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 48
Total current residents: 34
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 3
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 1
Total cost of fines: $10000
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-09-23 | 2022-11-02 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2022-09-23 | 2022-10-05 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide emergency officials' contact information. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish staff and initial training requirements. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-20 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-05 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-12-16 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-10-21 | F | Services Deficiencies | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-10-30 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-11-20 | 2021-12-16 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-17 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-17 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-17 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2020-12-01 | 2020-12-31 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-16 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-16 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-16 | E | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-16 | E | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-10-30 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-10-30 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-10-30 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-10-30 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-11-20 | $10,000 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Pontiac which is 0.2 miles away and has a population of 11,794 (small town).
- The average income is $57,626, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 75
- Low Temperature: 27
- Average Temperature: 53.4
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 142 days of rain, 32 days of snow and 190 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.4 inches a year
- The crime rate is 3.13 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.04 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.22 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.33 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.33 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
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Supermarkets
Aldi
1.7 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
1.8 miles awayDave's Supermarket
11.0 miles awayBart's Supermarket
12.2 miles awayIGA
23.0 miles awayTransportation
Pontiac
0.5 miles awayDwight
17.8 miles awayBus Stations
Chenoa Family Restaurant
10.9 miles awayBanks
Community Bank
10.8 miles awayFirst State Bank of Forrest
10.9 miles awayBank of Pontiac
10.9 miles awayFlanagan State Bank
12.5 miles awayFirst National Bank of Ottawa
19.6 miles awayHospitals
OSF Saint James - John W. Albrecht Medical Center
2.6 miles awayOSF Center for Health - Streator
19.4 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens Pharmacy
1.0 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
1.9 miles awayDoc's Drugs
11.5 miles awayWalgreens
19.9 miles awayDentists
Michaels Family Dentistry
10.8 miles awayParks
Dargan Park
0.3 miles awayHumiston Riverside Park
0.3 miles awayPlay Park
0.3 miles awayLions Park
0.3 miles awayChautauqua Park
0.4 miles awayNone Found
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Culture
Majestic Theatre
19.8 miles awayEngle Lane Theater
19.9 miles awayRestaurants
De Longs
0.2 miles awayBernardi's II
0.2 miles awayMarios Pizza
0.6 miles awayPontiac Family Kitchen
0.8 miles awayLa Mex
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