Lakewood Nursing & Rehab Center sits at 14716 South Eastern Ave in Plainfield, Illinois, about 43 miles from Chicago, and the building holds 131 certified beds that are approved for both Medicare and Medicaid. The place offers parking, air conditioning, and WiFi, and residents can pick between private and semi-private rooms. Skilled nursing staff are on-site, with an above average rating for registered nurse staffing, giving about 44 minutes per resident each day, and overall licensed nursing staff care for each person about 1 hour and 27 minutes a day. The rehab team at Lakewood has physical therapy staff, though they provide about 7 minutes per resident per day. The team includes skilled clinical and therapy professionals who provide specialized care, including wound care, trach care, and many sorts of rehab services, and many people living here say the wound care is excellent. Lakewood offers both long-term and short-term care, along with respite and short-term stay services, and they help with making smooth and safe transitions for people recovering from illness or surgery. The center's Joint Commission accreditation shows the facility meets recognized standards for healthcare.
Residents can use Wanderguard security features and the center has a resident council to help with communication with staff. Lakewood accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance payments. The facility reports an overall average quality rating, and in the past three years the center's never received nursing home fines, though health inspections have found some citations, like a report from April 19, 2018. For wellness, the flu vaccination rate for long-term residents is 88.1%, while the pneumonia vaccination rate for short-stay folks is 57.1%. About 24.1% of long-term residents experience a decline in their ability to move independently, and for those at high risk, 11.5% developed pressure ulcers. Pain at moderate to severe levels was reported by 7.6% of long-term residents, and among short-stay residents, 63.4% improved their ability to move, while 8.2% had an emergency department outpatient visit. Lakewood's for-profit partnership ownership focuses on running a wide range of clinical, therapy, and support services. Social media and online features are available for interaction. The staff is committed to providing a setting that feels warm and supportive, with care plans designed to suit each resident's needs, interests, and abilities, and the entire facility works to help residents stay comfortable and well. Flu vaccinations, skilled care, and a mix of clinical services round out the care that Lakewood provides.
