My loved one is currently a resident at The Oaks at Algonquin and her experience with everything at this facility has been great, so far. The facility is practically brand new. The staff is very helpful. The food is really good. The Oaks at Algonquin is definitely the most reasonably priced Independent Living facility in the area. I checked out five other facilities in our area during my search. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. I would recommend this facility to others.... Read more
Located northwest of downtown Chicago, Illinois, The Oaks at Algonquin Senior Living offers seniors a variety of lifestyles. This community is also conveniently located near several attractions in Algonquin that allow residents to enhance their retirement. From forest preserves to breweries, there's something for everyone to enjoy. With different housing options and attentive caregivers, this community is able to meet the needs of seniors who would benefit from independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
The Oaks at Algonquin Senior Living offers transparent pricing for their apartment homes that match each unique lifestyle. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments allow seniors to enjoy a maintenance-free retirement that also includes housekeeping and linen services. In addition, animal-lovers will be pleased to know that they are welcome to bring their dog or cat with them when they move into independent living or assisted living, as The Oaks at Algonquin Senior Living is a pet-friendly community.
Seniors also have daily nutrition right at their fingertips. The Oaks at Algonquin Senior Living’s two restaurants offer high-quality ingredients and service, allowing seniors to release the hassle of cooking. The physical therapist-hosted fitness programs and the beauty salon provide even more opportunities for residents to care for their minds...
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A Place for Mom has scored The Oaks at Algonquin with 9.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Oaks at Algonquin has 23 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.5 out of 5.
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My loved one is currently a resident at The Oaks at Algonquin and her experience with everything at this facility has been great, so far. The facility is practically brand new. The staff is very helpful. The food is really good. The Oaks at Algonquin is definitely the most reasonably priced Independent Living facility in the area. I checked out five other facilities in our area during my search. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. I would recommend this facility to others.
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Response from The Oaks at Algonquin
August 18, 2023Hi Judy, we are happy to hear about your good experience. We appreciate the positive feedback. We hope you have a great day!
While the staff is compassionate and friendly, the facility is understaffed, like many facilities. What is especially unfortunate is that they are inflexible with adjusting the amount they choose to bill in the 30 day period after my family member left the facility. His care level was at their highest charge as was his medication administration. Yet, now that he's not there, they continue in the last 30 days to bill the full amount rather than reduce it to a lower care level. He's not even there but they refuse to adjust the bill. Their reasoning is that they plan 30 days in advance the staff they will need based on the care expectations. While this makes sense, they are understaffed and would likely not be sending anyone home anyway. It took me having to call corporate before I was given this explanation. Up until that call I was told, "Sorry, it's the policy". I don't hold this against the care staff as they were great.
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Keep your loved one home and hire someone to come to your home. After two weeks, I took my mother out of The Oaks and into my home. They, like all assisted living places, are very understaffed.
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Response from The Oaks at Algonquin
May 8, 2023Dear anonymous, we are appreciative of all feedback and evaluate to ensure we are constantly improving. When and where we find opportunities to make appropriate adjustments, we do so. We are very familiar with the specifics related to the situation you reference. As we previously explained, the expectation that community personnel handle the unpacking process at move-in was not appropriate - that responsibility does belong to the family. As a result, you elected to make the decision to simply move out - an unfortunate choice. However, that choice should not be used to negatively impact the incredible work done by our community's team members or our reputation. We do hope your loved one is doing well, and we wish you both the best.
Staff is amazing and so very patience with Mom and any elderly person living there. I was attracted to the facility as it was very modern, new, clean, presented itself extremely well, and the prices were the most reasonable out there too.
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Response from The Oaks at Algonquin
March 26, 2023Hi Customer, that’s wonderful to hear. Thanks so much for leaving us a review. Have a wonderful day!
The Oaks at Algonquin was a little too modern and cold feeling, if that makes sense? I felt like someone my age could be very comfortable there, but it was not as homey as [facility name removed]. It was really just a matter of finding the place that seemed right for my dad's age and personality.
Response from The Oaks at Algonquin
March 22, 2023Hello customer, We appreciate your positive feedback about your experience at The Oaks at Algonquin Senior Living. We take pride in serving our residents and their families, and if you have any further questions, please let us know.
The staff are wonderful with mom. However, she cannot eat in the dining room because foods are highly spiced, and she is very sensitive.
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March 10, 2023Hi MJ, we’re thrilled to get this kind of feedback. Thank you for taking the time to review us. Have a great day!
I am very pleased with this place. They are doing a great job. We picked this community, because my loved one needed memory care. It's a much more open community, and the facility is brighter, has more outdoor space and is a more cheerful environment. With the food, it would be nice if they had a more varied menu. The staff is very caring, and very helpful.
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Great place to have all the fine things for seniors. Rest Fun and all things to do at any time of day. Rooms are neat and set up for easy living. Secure. Very friendly and staff is on the ball. Very clean.
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This community is fairly new, but it's really great and is growing! I have no doubt that it will continue to go well. Maintenance has been very responsive and helpful. The staff is just great, we really love the staff here. Mom has chosen not to participate in very many activities yet, but the few she has done she has really enjoyed. They're working on encouraging her to participate more. Her apartment is phenomenal. Housekeeping is every other week and they do great. I would absolutely recommend them to friends and family.
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The Oaks at Algonquin was pretty much brand new, and the facility was beautiful. It was much bigger than the place we chose, which isn't a bad thing. It just depends on your personal preference. I thought it was a very nice place. My loved one just needed more care than they could provide.
Life began slowly, first we had to get a bigger group, then activities grew and soon we were finding our path. Apartment is a good fit. Meals are needing work. Making friends has been great, and most situations have been resolved.
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Our experience at The Oaks has been positive. What a wonderful staff! The move has been smooth. It has been a blessing to be able to come to The Oaks and call it home!
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Very satisfactory to my needs at this time and age.
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This is a unique experience - fun, always busy, great staff, helpful if needed. We are blessed to be here! Come join us!
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All personnel are like family. Feels like my personal home. I feel safe here and welcomed. Yummy food.
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I like being in this community. Residents and staff are friendly and eager to help.
Our family had an in person tour and for this location it was brand new and resembled a really nice resort. But again it was very overpriced and the staff at [community name removed] was more friendly and accommodating
They have had staffing shortages. It is pretty expensive but everything is nice. It's a brand new facility, which is clean with a good reputation. Overall, the staff is attentive, it's a great location and the food is excellent.
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This is the best community in every way! I am the most fortunate person to be living in this community!
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