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What to Do If You Get Injured at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago Merchandise Mart, also known as The Mart, is the world’s largest commercial building and design center. It is a hub of design showrooms, restaurants, retail shops, and office spaces that span two city blocks. The building includes 3.7 million square feet and…

What to Do If You Get Injured at the Navy Pier in Chicago One of the most popular destinations in Chicago, for both travelers and residents alike, is the Navy Pier. This 3,300-foot-long pier juts out into Lake Michigan from Chicago’s North Side and is one of the most visited destinations in the Midwest. Along…

We all want to believe that our loved ones will receive exceptional care at a nursing home we’ve taken the time to research, visit and learn about before choosing. We want to ensure they have the comfort and care we’d provide at home if possible. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to find a nursing home to provide…

Illinois families trust nursing homes as havens for their loved ones. Warren Barr North Shore, located at 2773 Skokie Valley Rd in Highland Park, Illinois, promotes a completely redesigned and reimagined rehabilitation experience.  Yet, Medicare assigns a 1-star overall rating, and 22 health citations from February 2024 inspections (nearly double Illinois’s 12.2 average) signal deep…

Elevate Care Chicago North is a for-profit skilled nursing facility at 2451 West Touhy Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. As part of the Elevate Care network, which operates multiple facilities across Illinois, it has been scrutinized for several regulatory violations and citations.  Notably, the Illinois Department of Public Health has documented multiple violations, including a Type…

Bria of Palos Hills is a long-term care and rehabilitation facility located in Palos Hills, Illinois. It operates under the Bria Health Services network, a chain of nursing homes with several locations across Illinois. While many families trust these facilities to care for their loved ones with compassion and professionalism, reports of substandard care and…

Westmont is located west of Chicago and offers small-town charm with easy access to the city. With 21% of the population over 65, the Westmont community provides an array of nursing homes, therapy services, and physical and mental health services designed to ensure seniors receive appropriate treatment for their unique needs. Bria of Westmont is…

Norridge Gardens offers skilled nursing care in Norridge, Illinois. The facility’s doors opened more than 30 years ago, and many short-term guests and long-term residents have called Norridge Gardens home. Norridge is a unique enclave surrounded by the downtown chicago skyline and boasting a robust Polish community, with one of the largest Polish populations in…

Waukegan, Illinois, is a historic city located approximately 36 miles north of downtown Chicago, along the western shore of Lake Michigan. Waukegan is experiencing a significant rise in its senior demographic, influencing local services such as healthcare, housing, and skilled nursing facilities. The Terrace Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility emphasizing community…

Warren Barr South Loop sits at 1725 South Wabash Ave in Chicago. The facility is a skilled nursing home and rehabilitation center within the Legacy Healthcare network. With 210 beds, the facility emphasizes quality healthcare services, including specialized respiratory care and physical therapy. But its public records raise some concerns.  Medicare rates Warren Barr South…