Brookdale Glen Ellyn, located in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, is a senior living community offering assisted living as its primary level of care, along with services for independent living and senior living residents. The facility is designed to support varying care needs, including personalized care plans, and provides both assistance and a range of amenities within a well-maintained environment. Brookdale Glen Ellyn also features specialized memory care services for individuals with cognitive challenges.
Care at Brookdale Glen Ellyn includes 12-16 hour nursing coverage, ensuring that residents have access to professional medical support throughout much of the day. The community offers dedicated care for diabetes management, including medication monitoring and glucose checks as part of its medication management service. Fitness programs are available to promote physical health, and incontinence care is provided, with staff ready to assist fully with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, depending on each resident’s level of need. Ambulatory care is also supported for residents who require assistance with mobility. The facility’s wellness center and dedicated mental wellness program address physical, emotional, and mental health challenges, offering resources for residents' overall well-being.
In addition to daily care, Brookdale Glen Ellyn offers a barber and beauty salon on site, and includes life enrichment through clubs, community organizations, and activities offered in both French and Spanish. The facility places a strong emphasis on medication management, ensuring safety and accuracy in the handling and administration of prescription medications. An indoor pool is available for recreational use and therapeutic exercise.
Transportation services include both complimentary transportation and transportation arrangement for non-medical purposes. These options assist residents with errands, shopping, scheduled outings, and appointments in the local area, helping maintain independence and social engagement outside the facility.
Residents and families note the positive and compassionate atmosphere at Brookdale Glen Ellyn. Reviews consistently highlight the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff, the clean and welcoming community environment, and strong communication from management. Residents appreciate the quality and variety of meals served in the dining room and the diverse range of activities available. The facility is recognized for its support during transitions and for maintaining resident dignity and comfort. While there have been some isolated reports of staffing challenges, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic, overall satisfaction remains high among both families and residents. As of 2024, there are no major recent changes to services reported for Brookdale Glen Ellyn.
Costs at this community start at $2,645 and range up to $4,950. The average price in the community is $3,945, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,518. The cost of assisted living 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.
