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Chicagoland Caregiver Resources

A woman feeds her aging mother soup at a kitchen table.

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time for recognizing the contributions of family caregivers. Whether a person is caring for a spouse, parent, or other aging family member, we […]

How to Have an Enjoyable Visit

Hands of an older woman puttering together a puzzle on a glass tabletop.

When your friend or loved one is living with memory loss it can change the way they socialize and communicate, but your time together can still be enjoyable and meaningful. […]

Tips for Winter Wellness

In the Chicagoland area, the winter can be beautiful but also cold, snowy, and a little unsafe if we are unprepared. Older adults are especially vulnerable to the risks that severe winter weather poses. These Tips for Winter Wellness can help you keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

How Advanced Memory Care Can Help Your Loved One

Two women that part of an advanced memory care community, visit a local farmers market

Most memory care options are licensed as assisted living communities, meaning people who live there typically have mid-stage memory loss. An advanced memory care community provides more specialized support. This […]

Rehab After Surgery: What You Need to Know

Man using Wesley Place's rehab after surgery

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Planning for Short-Term Rehab

When you’re recovering For recovery after procedures like hip or knee replacements, Wesley Place has earned a reputation for our licensed therapists’ orthopedic expertise, our state-of-the-art facility, and the goal-oriented programs we’ve created in collaboration with renowned orthopedic surgeons and physicians from Chicago’s top hospitals. We provide treatment, including speech and occupational therapy, for impairments due to stroke and other brain injuries. Our speech and occupational therapists work with a neuropsychologist and peer counselor to provide you with an in-depth assessment and a range of treatment options. We can give you the care and attention to help ensure the best possible outcome. Our short-term cardiac rehabilitation program, HeartBeats, provides assistance with bypass surgery recovery, managing weight and fluids in congestive heart failure, heart attack recovery, coronary heart disease management and other cardiac-related conditions. Our specialized therapists are trained to assess your needs in order to give you personalized treatment. Led by board-certified cardiologist, Dr. Gill, Heartbeats includes a consultation and weekly rounds with Dr. Gill. Our nursing and therapy teams are ready to help you recover from your recent hospital stay or from an illness or other medical condition. Our collaborative and practiced approach is designed around your recovery goals and specific needs, and those aims guide our therapists as they work with you to help you heal. Whether you plan to move home after rehabilitation or to find a new home where you can receive support, we are there for you each step of the way.from an injury, illness or surgery, Wesley Place provides short-term rehabilitation services to get you back to living your life as quickly as possible. Whether you’ve had a joint replacement, undergone major surgery, or need help after a hospital stay, our team of specialized clinicians and therapists can help you achieve your recovery goals. A positive outlook during recovery can also help you recover faster. At Wesley Place you’ll find a comfortable environment, good food, and friendly staff focused on helping you feel better.

Planning for short-term rehab will help you recover with confidence after a hospital stay. Understanding your options ahead of time can make your transition to a rehab community easier. Even […]

Redefining Assisted Living Communities

a woman petting a dog at a pet visit, which is a fun activity that some assisted living communities offer

What do you think about when you think of senior care? When you picture assisted living communities, you may not think of people living full, rich lives, but it’s time […]