Park Place of Elmhurst sits as part of the Park Place Continuing Care Retirement Community, run by Providence Life Services, which is a not-for-profit group rooted in Christian values, and you can usually set up a tour to see the place, meet the staff and residents, and get a feel for the environment; there's a wide choice of apartment-style units with kitchen appliances, comfortable furniture, private bathrooms, air conditioning, cable TV, Wi-Fi, telephones, and all are designed for seniors to live as independently as possible. Residents here find a lively social scene with plenty of events, community-sponsored activities, movie nights, music programs, arts and crafts, walking paths, a fitness room, a game room, and common spaces both inside and out like gardens, so nearly everybody finds something to do or a way to make friends. Park Place has a pool, wellness and fitness programs, spa activities, salon and beautician services, a library, and scheduled daily activities, plus it provides meals that can be tailored to special diets-restaurant-style dining with vegetarian options, chef-prepared dishes, and even meals for people who need to watch for allergies or diabetes.
The community offers several levels of support, so seniors can get independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or rehab right on site, and the Health & Wellness Center means medical care, including medication management and skilled nursing, is available when needed, either for a short time or for longer stays. There's a nurse on staff part-time, and aides are trained to handle diabetes care, incontinence, transfers, and even memory care-some residents need reminders or supervision for daily tasks, and the staff uses technology like safety bracelets and a computerized wandering alert system to prevent accidents or confusion for people with dementia or who might be at risk of wandering. There's behavioral care for those who act out or have symptoms related to Alzheimer's or age-related dementia, with a secured memory care building and programs like Indigo Wings, which uses Montessori methods to engage residents' senses and help them connect with the world around them.
Transportation is handled well-residents can use the parking lot, take complimentary rides for appointments or outings, or pay for trips as needed, and the community sits near bus lines so visitors and families can come easily. For people needing extra assistance, the services include help with bathing, dressing, medication reminders, meals, laundry, housekeeping, and shopping, as well as physical, occupational, and rehab therapies; there's also counseling and social support from a team of social workers who understand seniors' concerns, plus concierge services and move-in coordination to help with settling in. Residents get care matched to light, medium, or heavy needs, and transfers can be made safely with one or two-person assistance or with mechanical lifts, making sure people with mobility challenges aren't left out.
Park Place accepts insurance for payments and takes Medicare for nursing home services, which can make things easier for families sorting out finances. Hospice care is available for residents in later stages of illness. Dining is community-focused, with chances for people to eat together, and rooms and common areas are fully accessible, including wheelchair showers and full tubs for bathing. The community keeps things safe with a 24-hour call system, supervision, and secure property features to support those who may become confused. With a focus on home-like comfort and supporting different care needs, Park Place tries to help each person live with dignity and make the most of every day, staying as independent as possible while having the right help on hand. The staff encourages feedback and reviews, wanting families and residents to share their experience, and they work to keep the sense of community strong while allowing for privacy, independence, and a good quality of life.
