Aperion Care Chicago Heights

    490 W 16th Pl, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Clean facility, attentive staff, recommended

    I had a very positive stay at Aperion Care Chicago Heights - the facility is super clean, meals were timely and good, and housekeeping kept everything tidy. The nursing and wound-care teams were excellent, social worker AJ (and staff like Chris, Crystal and Josh) were attentive and respectful, and with engaging activities and one-on-one support I felt comfortable and would highly recommend it.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.25·(68)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.1
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      3.3
    • Amenities

      3.7
    • Value

      4.3

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive direct-care staff
    • Skilled CNAs and nursing support
    • Notable wound care and rehabilitation outcomes
    • Specialized memory-care and mental-health programming
    • Individualized counseling and 1:1 support
    • Timely and generally well-prepared meals
    • Engaging activities, outings, and social programming
    • Clean, accessible therapy spaces and overall maintenance
    • Smooth, straightforward admission process
    • Cooperative and responsive administration
    • Small, comfortable facility atmosphere
    • Successful return-to-home focus

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff professionalism and responsiveness
    • Allegations of staff theft and financial misconduct
    • Restricted visitor access and limited guest facilities
    • Communication gaps with families and scheduling
    • Variability in meal quantity and service continuity
    • Operational delays in discharge and administrative processing
    • Inconsistent cleanliness and maintenance consistency
    • Gaps in infection-control protocols and transparency

    Summary of reviews

    Reviewer feedback for this facility describes a mix of strong clinical and rehabilitative strengths alongside several operational and communication challenges. On the clinical side, multiple accounts emphasize effective wound care and rehabilitation that support residents returning home, alongside competent CNAs and nurses who provide attentive day-to-day care. The facility receives repeated recognition for its memory-care and mental-health programming, including individualized counseling, 1:1 support, professional activities, and outings that many families and residents characterize as beneficial for engagement and coping with cognitive or psychiatric needs.

    Staff behavior and culture emerge as a central theme. Numerous comments praise compassionate, hardworking frontline staff and cooperative administration, and several reviewers named specific employees as helpful and instrumental in positive outcomes. At the same time, there are recurring concerns about inconsistent professionalism and responsiveness among some staff members; these reports range from scheduling and communication lapses to accounts describing perceived gaps in bedside responsiveness. Separately, there are serious claims concerning staff theft and financial misconduct; those allegations are significant and should be evaluated through formal channels and documentation.

    Dining, activities, and facilities receive generally favorable remarks but with variability. Many reviewers describe timely, well-prepared meals, an organized activities calendar, and accessible therapy spaces in a small, comfortable building. Contrasting comments note inconsistencies in meal quantity and occasional maintenance or sanitation lapses. Visitor experience is mixed: while programming and communal spaces are described as welcoming, some families cite restrictive visitation practices and limited guest facilities (for example, constrained visiting locations and no guest restrooms), which can impede family access and comfort.

    Management and operational processes are characterized as both supportive and uneven. The admission process and management cooperation are highlighted as strengths, with several families calling the intake smooth and staff helpful. Conversely, reviewers describe communication gaps related to scheduling, cancellations, and outbreak notification, as well as operational delays in discharge or administrative processing. These procedural issues — together with the visitation restrictions and the allegation of financial misconduct — represent the main drivers of family concern amid generally positive clinical feedback.

    For prospective residents and families: the facility appears to offer strong rehabilitative care, effective wound management, and robust mental-health programming supported by many dedicated staff. At the same time, prospective families should proactively verify staffing consistency, review infection-control and visitation policies, ask about guest amenities, and seek documentation or updates regarding any serious allegations. Direct conversations with management about discharge timelines, communication protocols, and meal/service consistency can help clarify whether the facility’s operational practices meet your expectations.

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    Medicare Ratings

    2·/ 5
    Cited by CMS for abuse, or potential for abuse, on its most recent survey cycle.
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    Location

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    Aperion Care Chicago Heights is located at 490 W 16th Pl, Chicago Heights, IL, 60411.

    About Aperion Care Chicago Heights

    Aperion Care Chicago Heights is dedicated to providing specialized support for individuals living with chronic mental illness, behavioral challenges, and a range of medical conditions. Situated in the south suburbs of Chicago, this care home creates a safe and structured residential environment where guests can work towards regaining independence while receiving the attention and care they need. The compassionate team at Aperion Care Chicago Heights is well-equipped to provide support for residents diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Schizo-Affective Disorder, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Psychosis, Delusional Disorders, and those struggling with substance abuse problems.

    At the heart of Aperion Care Chicago Heights is its comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to care. Residents benefit from personalized plans crafted by a collaborative team of Board Certified Psychiatrists, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors, Social Workers, Nurses, Certified Alcohol and Other Drugs of Addiction Counselors (CADCs), Behavior Aides, and Activity Professionals. This dedicated group works together, under the guidance of both a supervising Psychiatrist and an Attending Physician, to tailor care that supports each guest’s unique needs. From managing medications and physical health concerns to addressing emotional and behavioral challenges, the staff’s goal is to maximize each resident’s potential for independence while minimizing the likelihood of hospital readmissions.

    Guests at Aperion Care Chicago Heights have access to a wide array of support services and programs designed to help them achieve greater autonomy and enrich their daily lives. Residents are encouraged and guided as they master practical life skills such as personal hygiene routines, job acquisition techniques, financial management, and the use of public transportation. The structured programs emphasize rehabilitation and reintegration, with offerings such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, pain management, diabetes management, community reintegration, behavior and symptom management, skills training, and an established substance abuse program. All of these elements work together to help guests build self-esteem, confidence, and the tools necessary for productive, independent living.

    Every aspect of Aperion Care Chicago Heights reflects its commitment to compassionate, individualized care within a community-focused setting. By providing a nurturing environment, a specialized team, and a comprehensive suite of therapeutic services, this care home offers residents and their families the support necessary to navigate the challenges of mental illness and behavioral health with dignity and hope.

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