Kate Fegan
Apr 2026
I have been here one year and I feel blessed to be here. I feel that the pearl has saved my life. Kelli is my friend here and Maribel is a good nurse and cares for the staff. I feel as though my needs are not ignored.
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Reviewers, many describing rehab stays of several months, consistently praise the therapy teams and staff dedication at The Pearl of Downers Grove. Families highlight strong communication from administration and a caring, attentive nursing and CNA staff. No published pricing or specific staffing ratios are provided, and no negative themes emerged across the reviews shared.
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The Pearl of Downers Grove is a senior living community in Downers Grove, Illinois offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 98 reviews.
The Pearl of Downers Grove is a short-term post-hospital rehabilitation and long-term care facility located in Downers Grove, Illinois. The community offers specialized clinical programming and comprehensive care services designed to meet the diverse needs of its residents, with all residents accommodated in spacious private and semi-private suites.
The facility provides a range of rehabilitative services including orthopedic rehab, pulmonary rehab, cardiac care, and wound care. Long-term care services are tailored to individual resident needs, and the community also offers customized respite stays. Memory care services are available through a sister building, Downers Grove Senior Living, which provides assisted living and assisted living memory care options.
The Pearl of Downers Grove emphasizes an individualized approach to care, recognizing that each person has specific needs. The care model combines complex clinical care with superior rehabilitation services, with expert care teams dedicated to supporting residents through their recovery and long-term health needs.
The community is conveniently located just minutes from Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, making it accessible for patients transitioning from hospital care. The facility features state-of-the-art healthcare facilities and amenities designed to enhance resident comfort, safety, and quality of life.
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Kate Fegan
Apr 2026
I have been here one year and I feel blessed to be here. I feel that the pearl has saved my life. Kelli is my friend here and Maribel is a good nurse and cares for the staff. I feel as though my needs are not ignored.
John Smoot
Mar 2026
I think this facility is founded by many loving people. It is filled with laughter, speedy staff who take care of the residents, it's amazing and I'm very pleased with what I see here. Elyse in admissions is very helpful and kind, Deonle in housekeeping is great at keeping everything clean, there are many nurses and CNAs who go above any beyond. Everyone here is just beautiful and I'm happy everyone is open to helping me when needed.
Al Garza
Mar 2026
I would like to take a moment and thank the entire staff starting with Lisa Williams the administrator of the Pearl of Downers Grove. Lisa was a very wonderful person to work with in reference to my mother's stay at the Pearl of Downers Grove. Lisa would always call back in a timely manner whenever I had an important question if she wasn't there working her usual 10 hour day. She is someone with heart and has a true dedication in her profession and responsibility running P of DG. Her staff including Elyse K, Brittney B, Courtney R, Denise A, in administration as well as my mother's nurses/CNA Julio, Jessica O, are among the many names I can remember at this writing were great to my mom while she spent her last days at Pearl. A "THANK YOU!" is the least I can express to the entire staff of the Pearl of Downers Grove.
Darlene Gaking
Feb 2026
My time here was better than I ever could have expected. I spent over 6 months here receiving rehab. The therapists are outstanding!! The staff in every area is very friendly & willing to help however they can. Can't forget the Activities department who does a great job at finding things to fill our time.
Doreen Mendez
Feb 2026
Finding and leaving a family member in a facility can be very stressful. My sister was a resident receiving rehab and a place to stay for 6 1/2 months. This place was amazing. The therapist are dedicated to give you the best therapy. My sister was wheeled in a hospital bed and 6 1/2 months later she is walking with a walker truly amazing! She definitely put in the hard work which they saw and they worked hard with her so thankful for the team. As for the entire staff there from the time you walk in at the reception desk to nurses doctors CNA’s anybody affiliated with this place I felt at ease, knowing my sister was there and being taken care of. Of course, with everything, patience and understanding goes a long way, especially knowing that they are dealing with more than one person. A shout out to Farrah, the activities director and her staff. They work hard and do a great job at occupying the residence time. They’re very creative.
12 inspection visits in the last three years, 88 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 19, 2026
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 5, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 5, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2025
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 Apr 30, 2025
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2025
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 30, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2025
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 Apr 29, 2025
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 28, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 29, 2025
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 29, 2025
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 28, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2025
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2025
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 Apr 30, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 24, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 24, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 26, 2025
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 15, 2024
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 May 8, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 9, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 9, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 16, 2024
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 Apr 16, 2024
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 16, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 28, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 12, 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 Mar 23, 2024
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 12, 2024
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 22, 2024
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 22, 2024
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 12, 2024
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 12, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 22, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 27, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 27, 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 Feb 27, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 27, 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 Feb 27, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 14, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 13, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 13, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 13, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Develop a communication plan.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 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 May 12, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2023
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.
The Pearl of Downers Grove offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
The Pearl of Downers Grove is located at 3450 Saratoga Avenue in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Reviewers, many describing rehab stays of several months, consistently praise the therapy teams and staff dedication at The Pearl of Downers Grove. Families highlight strong communication from administration and a caring, attentive nursing and CNA staff. No published pricing or specific staffing ratios are provided, and no negative themes emerged across the reviews shared.
The Pearl of Downers Grove had 12 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 88 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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