The Indigo at Elmhurst provides assisted living, nursing, and rehabilitation services in a home-like setting with spacious apartments and cozy surroundings where you'll notice they've really tried to make the environment familiar and inviting, and you see common areas with TVs, free high-speed Wi-Fi, outdoor walking paths, gardens, and patios that give residents space to breathe and move around safely including gardening beds and secured grounds for folks who like a little fresh air or to tend plants, and the building stays well-lit with wheelchair access and safety features for those who need them. They have the Indigo Wings program, a Montessori-based approach that aims to help residents, especially those with memory issues like Alzheimer's or dementia, stay engaged in daily life, offering sensory activities, music therapy, gentle exercise, art, game nights, movies, story time, nature walks, and even things like pet visits or gardening, with the purpose to help stimulate the mind, reconnect with the world, and encourage independence when possible. Meals get served restaurant-style in a dining hall where menus, including picture options, help make choices easier, and there are special meals with low-fat or vegetarian options, hydration and snack stations, and a focus on meaningful mealtimes, which some folks really appreciate.
Personalized care is a key feature, as nurses, caregivers, and specialized staff stay on-site day and night, creating individual care plans, helping with medication, ambulation, daily routines, occupational and physical therapy, and housekeeping or laundry, so people don't have to worry much about those little things that pile up, and there are support services for both long-term and short-term or respite care stays, with licensed skilled nursing, onsite doctor visits, pharmacy access, hospice, and even in-house homecare when needed. The memory care program uses Montessori principles to provide structure, safe routines, reminiscence therapy, education talks, creative arts studios, group music, and lots of activities that encourage social interaction without being overwhelming or chaotic, emphasizing safety with proper caregiver ratios and secure environments for those prone to wandering.
Every suite, including private and semi-private apartment options, features a personal memory display case at the entrance to help residents remember their stories and feel a stronger sense of home, and apart from all that, there's scheduled activities, like volunteer opportunities, letter-writing programs, family events, lectures, yoga, exercise classes, celebrations, and religious services, which help folks stay connected and active, not to mention haircuts and barber services onsite so people don't have to arrange outside appointments. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance are handled by staff, and for those with pets, some are allowed, which can be important for comfort. Billing can be done by insurance or check, and the community keeps licensing current, so families can feel a bit more at ease knowing care standards are watched. The Indigo at Elmhurst tries to offer a whole mix of support, therapy, and engagement, designed to adapt as people's needs change, with a focus on dignity, comfort, and keeping a strong sense of belonging and wellness for every resident.
