1 / 6Families describe Alden Gardens of Des Plaines as a small, close-knit assisted living community where staff know residents well and turnover is unusually low. Reviewers consistently praise the individualized attention, cleanliness, and quality of meals, with several noting long tenures among caregivers and a personable executive director.
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Alden Gardens of Des Plaines is an assisted living community in Des Plaines, Illinois. The facility serves residents who need help with daily activities while maintaining independence in a residential setting.
Families consistently praise the staff's genuine care and attentiveness. Multiple visitors noted that many caregivers have worked at the community for 15+ years—an unusual degree of stability in senior living—and describe seeing the same compassionate faces over time. The meals earned particular recognition, including from a family member who noted their picky relative loved the food. The community itself is described as clean and well-maintained, with residents appearing happy and engaged in daily activities.
The smaller, intimate environment emerges as a defining feature. Families frame it as offering individualized attention rather than institutional feel, with leadership described as approachable and responsive. One family noted the community's accommodating approach when concerns arose during their mother's five-year stay.
Alden Gardens holds a 4.6/5 rating across 14 Google reviews, with families consistently highlighting staff tenure, cleanliness, and personalized care as reasons for their confidence in the community.
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4.6★ on Google (14)
Sean Pitner
Jun 2026
My mother was at Alden of Des Plaines for 5 years. We had a very good experience there from start to finish. It is a smaller more family type facility that gives great individual care. Everyone from the management staff to the nurses were great. We had no issues and anything that arose they were very accommodating. It’s very relieving to know that your loved one is in good hands and well taken care of! Thank You to Alden for a great experience!
Kelly Wilson
Apr 2026
If you want the best care for your loved one-no need to look any further.The staff are so compassionate and caring always quick to help. They go above and beyond. Jessica at the front desk is extremely helpful always goes out of her way. Everyone I have met has been extremely pleasant. I would highly recommend this facility.
Resa Rodriguez
Apr 2026
I have had the pleasure of being at this community multiple times over the past few years and the staff is absolutely incredible. I have seen them go above and beyond for their residents and referral partners. I have seen the same staff over and over throughout the years and they have a ton of tenure. Their residents seem so happy and content and like they’re really home. This community is a hidden gem in Des Plaines and everyone should at least tour to learn of how much a resource they are to the nearby community!
M P
Apr 2026
Alden Gardens is a wonderful community! The care is phenomenal, many of the staff have long tenure, over 15+ years! You rarely see that in senior living. I’ve visited a number of times and the community was clean and residents were happy and engaged in activities. The Executive Director Carol, is very approachable and her compassion for seniors is very apparent. If you are looking for a smaller community with excellent care, Alden Gardens of Des Plaines is an outstanding choice!
Conor Cooney
Apr 2026
My grandma lived at Alden Gardens of Des Plaines last year, and she had a great experience. She can be very picky (especially when it comes to food) but she loved the meals, which says a lot!! The facility was always very clean and well-kept, which gave our family peace of mind. But most importantly, the staff made all the difference. They were kind, attentive, and genuinely cared about her well-being. We’re very grateful for the care she received and would highly recommend Alden Des Plaines Garden to anyone looking for a place they can trust.
Alden Gardens of Des Plaines offers Assisted Living.
Alden Gardens of Des Plaines is located at 1227 E Golf Rd in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Families describe Alden Gardens of Des Plaines as a small, close-knit assisted living community where staff know residents well and turnover is unusually low. Reviewers consistently praise the individualized attention, cleanliness, and quality of meals, with several noting long tenures among caregivers and a personable executive director.
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