cedric Allison
Jul 2026
Avantara is full of wounderful staff that cares and goes above there job duties, just to list a few. Krishna, Venus, Teejay and Anabel. Thanks for all that you do.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 154
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 154
- Inspections
- View history (42 citations)
- Location
- Immediately south of Lutheran General Hospital
- Specialty Program
- Peritoneal dialysis program for kidney disease
- Specialty Program
- Cardiac rehab supervised by cardiac specialists
- Transportation
- Facility arranges transport to follow-up medical appointments
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Avantara Park Ridge is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility next to Lutheran General Hospital, drawing largely positive feedback for its rehab therapy, nursing staff, and cleanliness. The vast majority of reviewers praise specific caregivers by name for compassionate, attentive care, though a couple of reports raise serious concerns about staff responsiveness in medical emergencies.
The Good
- Numerous reviewers praise specific nurses and CNAs by name
- Therapy team frequently described as encouraging and effective
- Facility repeatedly called clean, spacious, and well-organized
- Food quality and portions praised by many reviewers
- Guest services staff singled out for going above and beyond
- Wound care and cardiac rehab programs mentioned favorably
The Bad
- One report of staff not listening to a resident's serious medical symptoms
- One reviewer gave lowest rating with no further detail
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Avantara Park Ridge is a senior living community in Park Ridge, Illinois offering Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 213 reviews.
About Avantara Park Ridge
Avantara Park Ridge is a post-acute rehabilitation facility located in Park Ridge, Illinois, immediately south of Lutheran General Hospital in Chicago's northwest suburbs. The community combines advanced rehabilitation therapies with spacious rooms and amenities designed to support recovery in a peaceful, healing environment.
The facility offers specialized short-term rehabilitation including physical, occupational, and speech therapy for patients recovering from surgery or illness. Avantara Park Ridge also provides cardiac rehabilitation for those recovering from heart disease or cardiac surgery with personalized care plans supervised by cardiac specialists, as well as a peritoneal dialysis program with flexible, tailored care options for managing kidney disease. Wound care services are provided by a WCC certified Nurse Director and certified wound specialist, with weekly rounds for simple to complex wound management.
A secure memory care unit serves individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia, offering round-the-clock supervision, assistance with daily living, and specialized programming. The facility emphasizes a calm, nurturing environment throughout all spaces, designed to provide tranquility and support for residents and their visitors.
Located in a quiet, residential neighborhood near Lutheran General Hospital, Avantara Park Ridge benefits from proximity to a major medical center. The facility maintains a clean, well-organized environment and coordinates transportation arrangements for follow-up medical appointments. Staff facilitate resident engagement through activities outside of rooms and participation in daily facility life to encourage continued mobility and social connection.
Types of Care at Avantara Park Ridge
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Salon / Barber
- Security
- Transportation Services
Activities
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Avantara Park Ridge
4.2overall · 213 ratings combined
4.2★ on Google (213)
Elizabeth Hernandez
Jul 2026
All the employees has been great in the service they have provide for me at my staying at park ridge I would like to recognise of these staff member that when above and beyond. Title CNA Irene, Megan Connie, Katz, Ashley, the nurse are Precious, Maria, Ola, Jocelyn, Tanya, all hope CNA and NURSES. And also Veraniqie GREAT JOB!
L Henry
Jun 2026
The staff was very kind to my mother. Most especially Suzi, Bernadette, Kinga, Lori, cleaning staff on the Love pod, physical therapists, and the nurse practitioner. The facility was very clean.
Dennis oleary
Jun 2026
The staff is nice and very helpful. The rooms are clean and spacious. Therapy is good and encouraging. Food is good and plentiful. Laundry services is good they wash and return your clothes sometimes the same day. Overall great staff, and wonderful experience.
Gulam Khan
Jun 2026
Very nice facility. The staff is nice with a great attitude. The therapy team are good and went above and beyond my entire stay. The housekeepers clean my room daily and always nice to me. Sucy my cna was nothing short of amazing, she made sure was dressed and ready to tackle the day. Thanks to Veranique Guest services for always checking on me and making me laugh, so nice and kind. What a lovely facility for rehabilitation.
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 42 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 30, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2025
Jan 13, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 23, 2025
Sep 16, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 27, 2024
Apr 18, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 16, 2024
Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 16, 2024
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 16, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 16, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 16, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 8, 2024
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 16, 2024
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 16, 2024
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 16, 2024
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 16, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 16, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2024
Nov 2, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Dec 15, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard15 citations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 20, 2023
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 17, 2023
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 16, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 30, 2022
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 16, 2023
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 17, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 30, 2022
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 16, 2023
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 16, 2023
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 16, 2023
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 16, 2023
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 16, 2023
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 20, 2023
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 20, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 16, 2023
Mar 4, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 25, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 4, 2021
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 30, 2021
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 11, 2021
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 4, 2021
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 10, 2021
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 12, 2021
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2021
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 4, 2021
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 4, 2021
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Avantara Park Ridge offer?
Avantara Park Ridge offers Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Avantara Park Ridge located?
Avantara Park Ridge is located at 1601 North Western Avenue in Park Ridge, Illinois.
What do families say about Avantara Park Ridge?
Avantara Park Ridge is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility next to Lutheran General Hospital, drawing largely positive feedback for its rehab therapy, nursing staff, and cleanliness. The vast majority of reviewers praise specific caregivers by name for compassionate, attentive care, though a couple of reports raise serious concerns about staff responsiveness in medical emergencies.
How did Avantara Park Ridge do on recent health and safety inspections?
Avantara Park Ridge had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 42 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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