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Heritage Woods Of South Elgin

700 N. Mclean Blvd, South Elgin, IL 60177

Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(847) 531-8360


Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,463
  • Average State Price: $4,201
  • Average National Price: $3,754



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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    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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    Community Reviews

    7.9
    Heritage Woods Of South Elgin
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 72 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 5 communities in South Elgin
  • Ranking in State: 844 out of 1441 communities in IL
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    5.8
    Gardant Management Solutions
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 94 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Illinois

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture A



    Review Summary

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

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers praise the community for its happiness and the great services provided.
    • Residents enjoy a clean and safe environment, with personal apartments allowing for independence alongside exceptional care from nursing staff.
    • The staff, including food service, CNA’s, and nurses, are described as amazing, going above and beyond in their duties.
    • Heritage Woods is commended for its clean and modern facilities, friendly staff, good food, and a variety of activities.
    • Supportive living options are available for those who may outlive their financial resources, with assistance in applying for Medicaid.
    • Some caregivers are described as wonderful, providing a sense of home and attentive care.

    Negative Reviews:

    • One review expresses dissatisfaction with the facility’s decision to discharge a resident due to dietary needs, describing the process as harsh and uncaring.
    • Concerns are raised about the level of care, with reports of residents not receiving regular showers or clean clothes, and complaints about food quality and portion sizes.
    • Staffing issues are mentioned, including high turnover in key positions and instances of neglect, such as ignoring residents’ needs or care plans.
    • There are reports of personal items going missing and a lack of responsiveness from management to concerns raised by family members.
    • Confusion about the type of living facility and the level of care provided, with some families feeling misled about the services available.
    • Controversial activities and policies regarding resident care and billing practices are highlighted, causing distress to some families.

    Conclusion:

    Heritage Woods receives mixed reviews, with many praising the facility for its cleanliness, caring staff, and range of services, while others raise serious concerns about care standards, staff behavior, and management practices. Prospective residents and their families are advised to consider these reviews carefully and conduct thorough research to ensure the facility meets their needs and expectations.


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    Health

    Assistance with activities of daily living

    Ongoing health monitoring

    Nursing assessments

    Medication set-up, reminders and assistance

    24 hour staffing by certified nursing assistants

    Dementia care


    Services

    Housekeeping and laundry

    Spiritual services


    Activities

    A range of interesting and varied programs and events

    Outings

    Social and recreational activities

    Pet therapy

    Book club

    Cognitive stimulation


    Community Amenities

    Activity Room

    Beauty / Barber Salon

    Country Store

    Exercise Room

    Living Room

    Outdoor Patio


    Room Amenities

    Spacious bathrooms

    Linoleum in kitchenette area and bathroom

    Microwave

    A kitchenette

    Individually controlled heat and air conditioning

    Ample closet space


    Dining

    Three meals daily plus snacks

    Prescribed therapeutic diets

    Spacious Dining Room

    Private Dining Room


    Transportation

    Assistance with transportation needs


    Pet

    Pet therapy



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is South Elgin which is 1.5 miles away and has a population of 22,365 (small town).
    • The average income is $78,904, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 75
      • Low Temperature: 24
      • Average Temperature: 51.3
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 145 days of rain, 42 days of snow and 176 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.06 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.77 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 0.87 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.02 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.26 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 180.0, Moderate Days 48.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 3.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Butera
    0.7 miles away
    Meijer
    0.9 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.1 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.1 miles away
    Elgin Fresh Market
    1.4 miles away

    Transportation

    National Street
    2.5 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Spring & McLean
    0.6 miles away
    Meijer (815 S Randall Rd)
    1.0 miles away
    Elgin Community College (Hoffer & 2nd Street)
    1.0 miles away
    Hoffer & Renner
    1.1 miles away
    Fleetwood & 2nd Street
    1.1 miles away

    Banks

    PNC Bank
    1.0 miles away
    Bank of America
    1.2 miles away
    Chase
    1.9 miles away
    First American Bank
    2.7 miles away
    Union National Bank and Trust Company of Elgin
    2.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Elgin Mental Health Center
    1.2 miles away
    Presence Saint Joseph Hospital
    2.0 miles away
    Advocate Sherman Hospital
    4.3 miles away
    Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital
    8.1 miles away
    Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System
    8.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.6 miles away
    Walgreens
    0.6 miles away

    Dentists

    VioletXreek Family Dentistry
    1.1 miles away
    Providence Family Dental
    3.2 miles away
    Kids First Pediatric Dentistry
    5.0 miles away
    Sutton Lake Dental Care
    5.9 miles away
    Mason, Faith & Hoscheit DDS, Ltd.
    5.9 miles away

    Parks

    Fox Meadow Park
    0.2 miles away
    South Elgin
    0.4 miles away
    Robert Sperry Park
    0.4 miles away
    Blackhawk Park
    0.6 miles away
    Willowbay Park
    0.6 miles away

    Places of Worship

    BAPS SwamiNarayan Sanstha Temple
    7.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Sunset Center
    1.5 miles away
    The Milk Pail
    5.7 miles away
    Charlestowne Mall
    6.1 miles away
    Spring Hill Fashion Corner
    6.6 miles away
    Spring Hill Mall
    6.7 miles away

    Culture

    Hemmens Cultural Center
    2.8 miles away
    Arcada Theater
    6.3 miles away
    Amphitheater
    6.9 miles away
    Gallery 200
    10.1 miles away
    Hawk's Bluff Amphitheatre
    11.6 miles away

    Restaurants

    Noodles & Company
    0.9 miles away
    Silver Lake
    0.9 miles away
    Denny's
    1.0 miles away
    McAlister's Deli
    1.0 miles away
    Nick's Pizza
    1.0 miles away

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