Library Lane Senior Residence

    50 Library Ln, Grayslake, IL, 60030
    2.5 · 12 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    2.0

    Beautiful building, rude intake, frustrating

    I toured the place and was torn: the building is beautiful and many residents and office staff were warm and friendly, but I ran into a rude, dismissive intake person and unprofessional management. The website is expired/poorly maintained, there's no clear application/enrollment info (I was even told they've had no new residents in 14 years), so getting basic answers was frustrating. Lovely setting, but inconsistent and sometimes insulting staff plus terrible information access left me disappointed.

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    2.50 · 12 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      2.5
    • Staff

      2.6
    • Meals

      2.5
    • Amenities

      2.5
    • Value

      2.5

    Pros

    • Some staff described as nice and sweet
    • Office staff described as very helpful/super great
    • Brand new staff seen as friendly
    • Friendly environment
    • Friendly residents
    • Facility described as beautiful
    • Prospective residents excited to move in

    Cons

    • No information on how to apply / unclear application/enrollment process
    • Poor website and expired site / lack of online information
    • Unable to access needed information online
    • Unfriendly, dismissive, or rude staff (several reports)
    • Unprofessional management and insulting remarks
    • Rude or haughty intake person
    • Claim that no new residents in 14 years (suggesting closed admissions or very low turnover)
    • Disappointing experiences reported

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is mixed and somewhat polarized. Several reviewers praise interactions with certain employees and the physical appearance of the building, while an equal or greater number report serious problems with information access, admissions processes, and unprofessional behavior from some staff and managers. The dominant themes are (1) strong shortcomings in information availability and the admissions/ intake experience, and (2) inconsistent staff professionalism — with both very positive and very negative firsthand impressions.

    Staff and interpersonal care: reviews present a clear split. Multiple summaries specifically call staff "nice and sweet," note that the office staff is "super great," and describe a friendly environment with amicable residents. A few comments also reference "brand new staff" who are "very friendly," which may indicate recent hiring or turnover that has improved some interactions. Contrasting these positives, several reviewers report unfriendly, dismissive, or rude staff, an especially negative intake person, and at least one account of an insulting or "haughty, presumptuous" remark. Management is explicitly labeled "unprofessional" by some reviewers. Taken together, these comments suggest inconsistent staff behavior across different roles or shifts: some employees make a very favorable impression, while others create significant dissatisfaction.

    Admissions, website, and information accessibility: this is a recurring and strong concern. Multiple reviewers emphasize a lack of accessible information online — an "expired website," poor online content, and an inability to find application or enrollment instructions. Several summaries explicitly state there is "no information on how to apply" or that the enrollment/apply process is "unclear." For prospective residents or families, this is a primary practical barrier: inability to find basic procedural information and contact/ intake clarity. The combination of an outdated or nonfunctional website and unclear admissions guidance is a clear pattern and likely the single largest operational issue reflected in the reviews.

    Facility and community character: the facility itself receives positive mention: one reviewer calls the place "beautiful," and others express excitement about moving in. There is also mention of "friendly residents," which suggests a welcoming community atmosphere for those who are already admitted or touring the property. An unusual claim appears in the reviews that there have been "no new residents in 14 years." That statement, if accurate, could imply either a closed or very stable community with very low turnover; reviewers present it as a surprising data point and a possible reason for difficulty gaining admission or experiencing change. The reviews do not elaborate on dining, medical care quality, programming, activities, or daily living services, so no reliable conclusions can be drawn about those operational areas from the available summaries.

    Management and intake experience: multiple complaints single out the intake interaction and management behavior as problematic. Descriptors used include "rude intake person," "insulting remark," "unprofessional management," and "dismissive staff." These are serious reputational issues because they directly affect prospective residents' first impressions and could deter inquiries and applications, especially when coupled with the poor online information noted above.

    Notable patterns, implications, and next steps: the reviews form a coherent picture of an organization that may have two simultaneous realities — an attractive, well-kept facility with some genuinely friendly employees, and a problematic front-facing communications and admissions function that produces frustration and a perception of unprofessionalism. The presence of "brand new staff" and positive remarks about office personnel indicate potential recent improvements in some areas; however, unresolved issues with the website, unclear application processes, and inconsistent staff conduct are preventing a uniformly positive reputation. For prospective residents or family members, the immediate red flags are (1) difficulty finding or understanding how to apply, (2) reports of rude or dismissive intake interactions, and (3) conflicting accounts about staff professionalism that suggest variability in service. For the facility, priorities implied by the reviews would be updating and clarifying online information, standardizing and training intake/ front-desk staff to ensure consistent courteous behavior, and publicly clarifying the admissions status if the "no new residents in 14 years" claim has any basis. These steps would address the most frequently cited and damaging concerns while preserving and building on the positive aspects noted by other reviewers.

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    About Library Lane Senior Residence

    Library Lane Senior Residence sits at 50 Library Lane in Grayslake, Illinois, right near Central Park, which makes it convenient for shopping, dining, and going outside for recreation, and the building, which went up in 2002, stretches out across 77,540 square feet and stands as a multifamily property with 144 units, including a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom/one-bath floor plans, all designed for seniors who are aged 62 or older. The place really leans into a library-based environment, and the Senior Center acts as a bit of a social heart, where residents come together for activities or to relax, and then there's the actual library, which gives people a nice spot to read or grab a cup of coffee on their own balcony or patio, which each home has, since all the apartments make use of open, light-filled layouts.

    Every home comes with wood-style flooring, custom cabinetry, and modern appliances that help folks with day-to-day living, and you see thoughtful touches everywhere, like energy-efficient appliances and stylish finishes, creating a space that feels both classic and modern, and if you want to have friends over, the kitchens are made for entertaining, and homes have either balconies or patios that let you sit out with a book or just enjoy the view. The property lets residents bring pets, so people can have their small companions with them, and the community offers both common area perks, like the fitness center and activities, and the privacy of your own place, so there's a strong sense of both community and personal retreat.

    Accessibility is built in, so getting around is easier for those with mobility needs, and the staff help residents with things like lease management and handling paperwork, all aimed at making life a little less stressful. There's rental assistance available for people who qualify, helping keep things affordable, and the main idea here seems centered on letting older adults have independence, comfort, and freedom of choice on how to spend their days-with everything from spacious, timeless homes to simple support services that take care of the details. The atmosphere's meant to be inviting and welcoming, so people feel at home, and the amenities and extras offer choices to make daily living comfortable, safe, and engaging for seniors. For anyone wanting more details about Library Lane Senior Residence or looking for a breakdown of senior care services, you can find more information at their website, librarylane.org.

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