Harvester Place sits in Burr Ridge, Illinois, as a one-story, smoke-free community that provides assisted living and specialized memory care for seniors, especially those with Alzheimer's and dementia, and keeps registered nurses on-site around the clock, so there's always a nurse nearby, which gives peace of mind to families and residents alike, and the building uses a silent alarm system, controlled access, and fall prevention features, while enclosed, heated courtyards let residents enjoy fresh air in wheelchair-accessible gardens with plenty of walking paths right outside, plus you'll find rooms that are either furnished or unfurnished, both with easy access for wheelchairs, and private or companion suites-some with nice views of the landscaped grounds and options for private or shared bathrooms, so folks get to choose what feels right for them.
Staff get trained in dementia, disability care, aging, behavior, and other needs, and everyone gets care plans based on their history and health status, which are updated as needs change, so if a resident needs help with bathing, dressing, medication, or just companionship, there's someone nearby who knows what to do, and people can rely on steady help with oral care, grooming, meal reminders, and health management, while specialized support is available for Parkinson's, diabetes, urinary incontinence, and mobility challenges, supporting older adults as they age and their needs change, all while the staff maintain a kind, cheerful, and respectful attitude.
Dining here is done in community rooms that get decorated for holidays and special occasions, with meal plans for special diets, and extra touches like pet visits, gardening, and field trips to local places keep life interesting, plus there's a strong schedule of activities, from Tai Chi, dance, fitness, arts, music, to storytelling, hobby groups, and even validation therapy, with therapies for physical, speech, and occupational needs available, and technology programs use tools like It's Never 2 Late™ for engagement, and the Pathways of Purpose program helps everyone stay active and fulfilled day-to-day.
Residents have safe spaces for social, spiritual, and volunteer activities, with regular intergenerational, seasonal, and themed events, and support groups for families and caregivers offer resources, advice, and assessment tools, especially helping families learn about each stage of dementia and life expectancy facts, while transportation, shopping trips, laundry, housekeeping, maintenance, and pest control are all provided to keep daily life comfortable and stress-free, and people can relax in the community hot tub, have fun with lawn games, join writing and reading programs, and receive assistance for medical appointments, with everything on one campus.
Harvester Place belongs to the Anthem Memory Care group, with other locations across Colorado, California, and Illinois, and the Burr Ridge site holds a strong rating of 4.6 from 37 reviews, so families often mention how cheerful and attentive the management and caregivers are, appreciating the careful, evidence-based approach, the attention to detail, and how residents get plenty of kindness, safety, and respect, which seems to help make each day feel meaningful and less confusing, especially for those living with memory loss.
