The Gardens at Park Pointe is an assisted living facility located in Morris, Illinois. The community provides residential accommodations with support for activities of daily living, including medication management, personal care, and supervision. Apartment-style units offer privacy for residents, while community spaces are available for dining, wellness programs, and organized activities. The primary care type is assisted living, with additional services related to memory care. Amenities at the facility include indoor and outdoor walking paths, a barber and beauty salon, various fitness and wellness programs, and clubs or community groups designed to promote social engagement. Services are provided in English, and the community is equipped to support residents with diabetes care, incontinence care, ambulatory needs, and podiatry services. Select staff members are able to assist with psychiatric issues as part of routine care. The facility is designed with certain features to assist individuals experiencing memory loss, such as secured areas and spaces adapted for safety.
Residents at The Gardens at Park Pointe may receive full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as some physical support with eating, as required. The memory care portion of the community provides a secure environment intended for individuals with cognitive impairment, with physical design elements to support dementia care and reduce risk of wandering. Structured activities, supervised walking routes, and controlled access are in place to accommodate memory loss and provide a safer living experience. Incontinence care is available, as are supportive measures for residents who need help with ambulation.
Medical support at the facility includes ongoing medication management with support in administering prescribed drugs. Podiatry care and assistance with chronic health conditions like diabetes are provided on-site by visiting professionals. However, medication is often distributed by non-licensed aides. The community also offers fitness programs to encourage physical activity and wellness.
Transportation services are available to residents at The Gardens at Park Pointe for both medical and non-medical purposes. Complimentary transportation is provided for select needs, while transportation to other locations can be arranged at cost. This allows residents to attend medical appointments offsite or participate in community outings as needed.
Resident and family feedback indicates concerns about overall care quality, particularly for those with Alzheimer’s disease or who require heightened assistance. Common concerns from reviews include communication challenges, limited staff training in memory care and de-escalation, inconsistent mealtime supervision, insufficient cleaning protocols, and the use of non-licensed aides for medication administration. Some positive accounts mention attentive staff and engaging activities for more independent residents, but families generally advise close involvement and advocacy for those requiring significant support. Current web sources affirm that the facility’s primary focus is assisted living; it does not advertise specialized memory care or skilled nursing services. There have been no major reported changes in service offerings as of 2024.
Costs at this community start at $2,645 and range up to $8,000. The average price in the community is $5,322, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,573. 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.