Lee Manor

    1301 Lee St, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    • Skilled Nursing
    4.2ยท106 reviews

    Compassionate attentive care immaculate facility

    I had peace of mind from day one-compassionate, friendly staff treated my loved one like family and the nursing and therapy care were attentive and professional. The facility and rooms were immaculate, meals were good with dining flexibility, and staff communication and responsiveness made me comfortable recommending this place.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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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

    4.24ยท(106)

    Overall rating

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

      4.1
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      3.5
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive nursing and aide staff
    • Strong rehabilitation and therapy services
    • Clean, wellโ€‘maintained facility and rooms
    • Good family communication and regular updates
    • Engaging activities and social events
    • Pleasant, hotelโ€‘like dรฉcor and bright common areas
    • Ability to personalize resident rooms
    • Prompt clinical responsiveness in many situations
    • Bilingual and culturally sensitive staff
    • Inโ€‘house dining with generally wellโ€‘prepared meals
    • Accessible visitor accommodations and parking

    Cons

    • Chronic understaffing during meals, weekends, and peak times
    • Variability in staff skill and consistency of care
    • Inconsistent food variety and limited ethnic/menu options
    • Sanitation concerns in some bathrooms and woundโ€‘care areas
    • Delays in maintenance and plumbing repairs
    • Gaps in infectionโ€‘control processes
    • Irregular communication handoffs and documentation
    • Scheduling and careโ€‘coordination inefficiencies
    • Supply and linen shortages affecting resident comfort
    • Limited room storage and cramped roommate layouts
    • Occasional delays responding to call buttons and assistance requests
    • Parking access challenges

    Summary of reviews

    Lee Manor consistently receives praise for compassionate, engaged frontline staff and a strong rehabilitation program. Reviewers cite attentive aides and nurses who provide dayโ€‘toโ€‘day care, frequent therapy involvement that supports mobility improvement, and an overall clean, wellโ€‘maintained environment that many describe as homelike and hotelโ€‘like. Common area design elementsโ€”large windows, bright activity rooms, and pleasant dรฉcorโ€”are repeatedly noted, as are the ability to personalize rooms and the availability of activities and social events that support resident engagement.

    Clinical care and staffing present a mixed picture. Families frequently describe positive nursing interactions, timely updates, and successful therapy outcomes, but there is a consistent pattern of understaffing during meals, on weekends, and at highโ€‘demand times. That understaffing is associated with delays in assistance (including bathing and mealtime help), variability in the quality of individual nurses or aides, and occasional slow responses to call buttons. There are also recurring comments about gaps in handoffs and documentation, episodes of medication or scheduling confusion, and inefficiencies with therapy scheduling and discharge planning that can affect continuity of care.

    Dining receives varied feedback. Many reviewers appreciate the inโ€‘house meals and note instances of wellโ€‘prepared food, accommodating dietary staff, and flexibility for special requests. At the same time, others describe inconsistent food variety, limited ethnic options and seasoning, and portion or timing issues. Families seeking culturally specific menus or more vegetableโ€‘forward choices may find the current offerings limited.

    Facility condition and operations are generally seen as strengths, but reviewers report specific operational weaknesses. The building and grounds are well maintained overall, and housekeeping is often described as diligent; however, reviewers also note sanitation concerns in some bathrooms and in woundโ€‘care areas, supply and linen shortages, and delays in resolving plumbing or maintenance issues. These operational gaps have led to intermittent comfort and safety concerns for some residents.

    Management and communication show areas of both strength and needed improvement. Many families praise proactive communication, bilingual staff, and caring outreach from nursing leadership. Conversely, others describe inconsistent family updates (especially across weekends and shift changes), lost or delayed followโ€‘up calls, and variable reception at transitions between staff. There are also isolated but serious allegations regarding infectionโ€‘control and postโ€‘incident notification; such claims suggest a need for transparent review and remedial action by leadership.

    Overall, Lee Manor appears to provide a warm, rehabilitationโ€‘oriented environment with many examples of highโ€‘quality, personโ€‘centered care and a clean, welcoming facility. Prospective residents and families should weigh those strengths against recurring operational issues: staffing variability, occasional sanitation and maintenance lapses, foodโ€‘service limitations, and periodic communication breakdowns. For families considering Lee Manor, recommended due diligence includes asking about current staffing ratios (especially on weekends and during meals), infectionโ€‘control protocols, linen and supply management, and how the facility handles careโ€‘coordination and family communication during shift changes and discharge planning.

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    Medicare Ratings

    4ยท/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

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

    Location

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    Lee Manor is located at 1301 Lee St, Des Plaines, IL, 60018.

    About Lee Manor

    Lee Manor is a care home designed to provide a warm, supportive environment for older adults and individuals who require assistance with their daily living needs. The residence features a welcoming atmosphere, blending comfort with professional care. Located in a serene setting, the home is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens that offer residents peaceful outdoor spaces to relax and enjoy nature. Within its doors, Lee Manor provides accommodation in well-appointed rooms that are designed to offer both privacy and a sense of belonging. Each room is comfortably furnished and thoughtfully decorated, with ample natural light to help create a cheerful ambience.

    The communal areas at Lee Manor are spacious and inviting, encouraging residents to connect and engage with one another. The main lounge serves as a central hub for socializing, featuring cozy seating, tasteful dรฉcor, and large windows that overlook the gardens. The dining room provides a welcoming environment for shared meals, where residents can enjoy nutritious, chef-prepared dishes crafted to cater to a variety of tastes and dietary requirements. Mealtimes at Lee Manor are seen as important social occasions, fostering community and friendship among those who live there.

    A comprehensive program of activities is organized regularly, tailored to individual interests and abilities. These include arts and crafts, gentle exercise classes, music sessions, and movie afternoons, which are designed to offer enrichment and stimulate both mind and body. Lee Manor also features dedicated spaces such as a library for quiet reading and a hair salon for personal grooming, giving residents access to amenities that promote their dignity and well-being. The homeโ€™s care philosophy prioritizes individuality and seeks to nurture a positive and empowering lifestyle for every resident.

    Staff at Lee Manor are committed to offering compassionate and considerate support, available around the clock to assist with personal care, medication, and mobility when needed. The team works closely with residents and their families to develop personalized care plans, ensuring that everyoneโ€™s preferences, routines, and health requirements are respected. The presence of a dedicated activities coordinator ensures that there is always something engaging for residents to look forward to, which helps foster a lively and inclusive environment.

    At Lee Manor, every effort is made to create a place that truly feels like home. Residents are encouraged to bring treasured possessions to personalize their rooms, and the homeโ€™s caring ethos extends to all aspects of daily life. Special occasions and holidays are celebrated together, strengthening the sense of community and belonging. Whether enjoying quiet moments in the garden, participating in group activities, or sharing stories in the lounge, residents of Lee Manor are supported in living their lives to the fullest, surrounded by people who genuinely care.

    People often ask...

    Lee Manor offers skilled nursing.

    The full address for this community is 1301 Lee St, Des Plaines, IL 60018.

    No, Lee Manor 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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