Sunrise of Olympia Fields sits at 3633 Breakers Drive in Olympia Fields, Illinois, serving seniors 55 and over with a community that covers a wide range of care needs, and you'll find lots of different living spaces here, including ranch-style townhome villas with two-car garages and porches, three types of private apartments in a Swiss chalet-style building, and even cottages for those who want more privacy, and you can choose from studios, one-bedrooms, or two-bedrooms, so there's some variety for different preferences and budgets. The place operates as a continuing care retirement community, which means you can move in for independent living and then get more help as you need it, with services spanning independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care like the Reminiscence Program and the Terrace Club, supportive living options, Dignity Home Care, short-term stays, and even hospice care, so if you or your loved one's needs change, services are on the same campus.
This community focuses on making life easier, offering a maintenance-free lifestyle for people who live on their own, and you'll find on-site skilled nursing for those who need extra medical attention, with staff who help with bathing, dressing, grooming, laundry, meals, medication, and toileting, which is important for folks who want to stay where they are even as they get older. For dementia or Alzheimer's, there's specialized care in dedicated spaces to help residents feel safe and supported. There's also affordable housing for seniors and for people with disabilities, so more folks have access to supportive services. The facility is part of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, which has programs for mental health and addiction support, and it's linked to the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce.
The place feels homey, with living rooms, shared kitchens, bedrooms, and different spaces to gather and visit, and you've got lots of extras, like an arts and crafts room, billiards, library, business center, game room, computer and internet access, beauty shop, postal services, on-site bank, and even a country store for small items. People here can go out on trips, join social events, watch movies in the theater or media center, work out in the fitness room or wellness center, garden, belong to clubs or enjoy religious services, and there are walk-in showers, patios, and walking paths to make getting around easier, whether you like inside or outside activities, and they allow pets if you want to bring yours along.
Meals here are cooked from scratch by trained chefs who pay attention to nutrition for seniors, and you can eat in a private dining room with buffet or restaurant-style service, or even have meal trays delivered, which helps for those days when you might want to stick closer to your room. Housekeeping and laundry services are available so residents don't have to worry about chores, and there's parking for residents who still drive. Staff aim to keep everyone active, with programs for the mind, body, and spirit and a full schedule of games and classes that bring together people who want to socialize or just stay busy.
They provide safety features like keypad entries and accessible amenities for people who need a little help moving around. Guest suites are on site for family and visitors, and there's even woodworking, clinics, gardening areas, and space for meetings, so there's really a lot going on if you want to join in. The location sits close to some of the country's leading hospitals, which can be reassuring if health is a concern for you or your family. Sunrise of Olympia Fields has trained staff who personalize care for every person, taking time to meet unique needs and adjusting support as people age, and the staff is known to be friendly and professional, making the place feel open and welcoming without being overwhelming.
