Apostolic Christian Restmor, Inc.

    1500 Parkside Ave, Morton, IL, 61550
    4.0 · 14 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    2.0

    Beautiful facility, lacking dementia care

    I appreciated the beautiful, very clean facility, friendly and professional staff, good meals, active programs, on-site therapy and pleasant gardens - daily care generally met expectations. However, the Alzheimer's unit seemed understaffed, meds required constant monitoring, rehab space was limited, and after my loved one died I experienced a worrying lack of compassion and a money-driven attitude at roughly $12,000/month. I wouldn't recommend it unless you can afford it and don't need strong dementia or rehab support.

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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

    4.00 · 14 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      3.5
    • Staff

      3.4
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Friendly, professional, and caring staff (nursing, maintenance, cafeteria)
    • Clean facility and pleasant environment
    • Good meals and cafeteria service
    • On-site physical therapy
    • Pleasant courtyard, gardens, and shaded seating
    • Active activity program that encourages socialization
    • Attentive staff and high-quality care (per several reviewers)
    • Leadership described as people-before-profits by some reviewers
    • Beautiful facility, described as one of the nicest homes

    Cons

    • Understaffing in the Alzheimer's/memory care unit
    • Medication administration issues — families must monitor meds
    • Perceived lack of compassion after a resident dies
    • Perception of being money-driven or profit-focused
    • Very high cost (example cited: $12,000 per month)
    • Lack of Christian-like customer service for some patrons
    • Rehab services described as subpar or no rehab room available
    • Room unavailability reported
    • Mixed recommendations — some would not recommend

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is mixed but tilts positive for general skilled nursing and assisted-living residents while raising significant concerns for memory care, rehabilitative services, and some aspects of management and cost. Multiple reviewers praise the facility as clean, beautiful, and well maintained with pleasant outdoor spaces like courtyards, gardens, and shaded seating that support resident comfort. The dining service is frequently noted as providing good meals, and the cafeteria and maintenance teams receive specific positive mentions. An on-site physical therapy presence and an active activities program that encourages socialization are also recurring positives, contributing to a sense that day-to-day life and recreation are well supported for many residents.

    Staff quality is one of the most consistent strengths cited: reviewers describe nursing, maintenance, and dining staff as friendly, professional, attentive, and caring. Several reviewers explicitly called the facility high-quality and said they would entrust loved ones there, with at least one comment highlighting leadership as people-before-profits. These comments suggest that for many families the interpersonal care and facility presentation meet or exceed expectations.

    However, a number of serious concerns appear repeatedly and should be weighed alongside the positive comments. The Alzheimer's or memory care unit is reported as understaffed, which is a critical safety and quality issue; relatedly, reviewers said medication administration cannot be trusted without family oversight. Some families described a perceived lack of compassion in sensitive situations, specifically noting poor handling after a resident's death. There are also concerns about rehab services — one or more reviewers described the rehab facility as subpar or lacking a dedicated rehab room — and reports of room unavailability that impacted admissions or transitions.

    Cost and perceived priorities are another clear pattern. The facility is described as expensive (one reviewer cited $12,000 per month) and at least one reviewer characterized the operation as money-driven, which contrasts with other reviewers who praised leadership as people-focused. There is also a cultural/religious service expectation gap for some: a few reviewers felt there was a lack of Christian-like customer service, which may be meaningful for prospective residents seeking faith-aligned care.

    In summary, Apostolic Christian Restmor, Inc. appears to offer a high-quality physical environment, pleasant amenities, good dining, active programming, and many compassionate staff members according to multiple reviewers. These strengths make it attractive for residents who value cleanliness, social activities, and attentive day-to-day care. At the same time, recurring and serious concerns about memory care staffing, medication reliability, inconsistent rehab services, emotional support after death, cost, and occasional management decisions indicate variability in experience and potential risk areas. Prospective residents and families should weigh the strong positive reports about general care and facility quality against the specific negative reports about memory care and administrative/financial practices, and consider direct inquiries or visits focused on staffing levels in memory care, medication management protocols, rehab availability, and policies around bereavement and admissions availability before making a placement decision.

    Location

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    About Apostolic Christian Restmor, Inc.

    Apostolic Christian Restmor, Inc., sitting at 1500 Parkside Ave in Morton, Illinois, is a not-for-profit nursing home with certified beds totaling 62 and an average daily count of 54 residents, though some information says there's room for up to 128 in their skilled nursing center, so you'll hear both numbers. The place has been managed by the Apostolic Christian Restmor Inc since March 1978, run with oversight from the Apostolic Christian Church of Morton, which holds full ownership, and receives additional support from the Apostolic Christian Church of Tremont too. As a faith-based, 501(c)3 community, it keeps its inspiration from biblical values, promising care and dignity to everyone, without regard for race, color, religion, or national origin.

    The facility offers a blend of long-term and short-term care, memory support, rehabilitation like physical, occupational, and speech therapies, and home healthcare, plus sheltered care and caregiving services, while also working with insurance resources and expert guidance if families need help planning or understanding care. It's certified for Medicare and licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Even though the facility has a five-star rating for its skilled nursing center and a 4.1 out of 10 on review sites, it's not perfect, having been cited for things like trouble with care for daily activities, pressure ulcer care, and keeping resident information safe, all with a "D" severity rating.

    Residents stay in private, semi-private, or double rooms, each designed for comfort with private bathrooms, roll-in showers, kitchenettes, plenty of natural light, and views of the courtyards. Hallways and gathering areas carry a mission-style look with rich woodwork and classic styling, and all through the community, spaces like beautiful courtyards, serving pantries in dining rooms, and a bathing spa provide spots for relaxation and visiting.

    For those interested in spirituality, the facility has regular church services, communion, Bible study, and hymn sings, plus a "Stroll and Roll" program for getting out, walking, and enjoying nature or the local community. Programs like music therapy, arts, group games, and volunteer-supported activities bring variety and social opportunities, and there are long-term, dedicated staff, social workers, and activity personnel focused on helping with day-to-day well-being. With no telehealth available here, any appointments or consults have to happen in person.

    The facility operates Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, and doesn't list extra amenities outside its core services. There's no outside accreditation reported. The non-profit, church-run nature and emphasis on comfort, routine, warmth, and spiritual life shape daily living here, along with active assistance and expert guidance if you need help with admissions. With genuine effort toward creating a nurturing, peaceful place, Apostolic Christian Restmor remains a steady choice for seniors looking for nursing care, spiritual life, and comfort, even if it isn't fancy or flawless.

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