Goldwater Care Pontiac

    1225 S Ewing Dr, Pontiac, IL
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

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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

    Reviews

    3.93·(14)

    Overall rating

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

      3.3
    • Staff

      3.3
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • Attentive, compassionate CNAs and nursing staff
    • Personalized care and family communication
    • Timely medication delivery and insulin administration
    • Clean, well-maintained building and grounds
    • Engaging daily activities and strong physical therapy programming
    • Positive meal quality and welcoming dining area
    • Approachable, involved administrator and responsive departments
    • Landscaped courtyards and a pond with wildlife
    • Individual resident rooms

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing capacity, resident responsiveness, and follow-through
    • Institutional-feeling, cramped interior layout and long walks to meals
    • Slow billing and refund processing

    Summary of reviews

    Reviews present a mixed picture of care quality. Several describe attentive, compassionate staff and personalized nursing care, with families kept informed and involved. One account also praises timely medication delivery and insulin administration. In contrast, other accounts raise concerns about staffing capacity, resident responsiveness, overnight monitoring, and whether concerns receive follow-through. These differing experiences suggest that care and responsiveness may not be consistent across residents or shifts.

    Staff are a prominent strength in positive accounts, particularly CNAs and nursing personnel. Reviewers also describe an involved administrator and approachable teams across departments. However, one family reported a prolonged delay in receiving a refund after a resident's death, raising a concern about billing and refund processing.

    Dining receives favorable comments for meal quality and the dining area, though one visitor described a lengthy walk from a far wing to reach meals. The activities team is praised for offering engaging daily programs, and physical therapy is also rated highly.

    Descriptions of the building vary. Some reviewers call it spacious, clean, and well maintained, highlighting landscaped courtyards and a pond that attracts wildlife. Another visitor found the interior cramped and more institutional than home-like, despite a pleasant exterior. Families considering the facility may wish to assess room locations, meal access, staffing practices, and how concerns and billing questions are handled.

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    Medicare Ratings

    2·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

    Goldwater Care Pontiac is located at 1225 S Ewing Dr, Pontiac, IL, .

    About Goldwater Care Pontiac

    Good Samaritan - Pontiac is a nursing home community situated in Pontiac, Illinois, dedicated to providing a supportive and caring environment for seniors who require nursing care. The facility offers a range of care options tailored to meet varying individual needs, allowing residents to select the service level that best suits their health and lifestyle requirements. The pricing structure for this community is designed to accommodate a variety of budgets, with monthly rates starting at $2,038 and extending up to $6,600, depending on the care and amenities selected. Additional personalized services may be available to further support residents’ well-being, ensuring that each individual's unique requirements are met with compassion and professionalism.

    At Good Samaritan - Pontiac, residents benefit from a variety of key amenities designed to enhance both comfort and quality of life. The community is specifically focused on those who need nursing home care, offering a secure and supportive setting where help is always close at hand. The living arrangements are flexible, with options to suit different budgetary and lifestyle needs, allowing individuals to find the space that is right for them, whether they are looking for a private room or a more communal living experience. The facility maintains a strict policy regarding pets, as residents are not permitted to have animals within the premises, which helps maintain a controlled and predictable environment for everyone.

    The community recognizes that navigating senior care options can be overwhelming and provides robust support to help families understand and plan for the financial aspects of long-term care. Resources are in place to guide prospective residents and their families through potential avenues for funding, whether through the sale of a home, exploring eligible benefits, or learning about alternative solutions for covering expenses. The staff are knowledgeable about the challenges that come with transitioning into a nursing home environment and are ready to support new residents through every step of the process. This proactive approach ensures smooth transitions and continued assurance for both residents and their loved ones, making Good Samaritan - Pontiac a reliable option for comprehensive senior care in Pontiac, Illinois.

    People often ask...

    Goldwater Care Pontiac offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

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    The full address for this community is 1225 S Ewing Dr, Pontiac, IL.

    No, Goldwater Care Pontiac does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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