What residents are saying

"I was living in a 2- bedroom condo in downtown La Grange for 4 years, one block from the library.  I had great neighbors, mostly younger with dogs and a few 'senior citizens' who did not mingle.  I knew that it was time to make a change.  I contacted retirement homes and decided the Arms had exactly what I wanted.  Assisted Living if I need, many activities, books delivered from Oak Park Library, casual dress, transportation to shopping, hospitals, doctors, etc.  My sister, Doris, moved into the Arms and received assisted living.  I was very happy to become her neighbor in 2002!"-Mikki Reinhold

" I went to a couple other places and the atmosphere at the Oak Park Arms was completely different.  When you walk in you feel like you have room to walk, it really is comfortable.  I moved in at the end of May in 2002 and I have always liked it.  I have adjusted very well and get along with everyone here.  I made friends easily and still eat dinner every night in the Georgian Room Restaurant with a group of friends I made over the years."  -Hank Haws

"I would like to thank the staff at the Oak Park Arms for providing such a fine living experience for my brother.  When he moved into the Arms, he had some misgivings about leaving his own condominium, but these misgivings disappeared quickly as he started to refer to the Arms as home.  A large part of the credit should be given to the staff at the Arms, who always seem to have a smile and a concern for the well being of all of the residents.  Also, the food and cleanliness contribute to a very enjoyable environment." -Rick Neuman

"My first experience with the Oak Park Arms was the day I walked through the front doors with my dad looking for a new home for him.  We had just lost my mom and my dad had a fall and could no longer live independently, the warmth of the staff took us both in.  It just felt right!  We had visited many retirement facilities and this was the first one that felt like home.  His whole life changed at 84, it was a lot all at once, but thanks to the staff at the Arms.  He was able to make the change in his life and know he was in a safe community and he had the support of the staff to help him when we were not there and that gave me peace of mind too." -Judy Peterson

"As a younger senior, we as a family were concerned about my mother's ability to feel comfortable living in an "independent living" environment. However, all of our fears were assuaged when we met the caring staff at Oak Park Arms (OPA) and realized that she would be living a much more full and engaged life at OPA as compared to living alone in Tucson, AZ. OPA professionals graciously assisted us with her cross-country move; helping us identify doctors and social workers and ensured that her room was professionally cleaned and painted (her choice of colors) in preparation for her arrival. Since her arrival, we have witnessed a remarkable change in my mother's physical and mental health. From daily exercises with Issac in the gym and trips around Oak Park in the Arms van to weaving her own purses at the Lifelong Learning Center's (located within the OPA building) looms, we are pleased to see my mother thriving. Much of her progress can be attributed to the staff of OPA and the rich calendar of activities and resources made availble to residents. Thank you!" -Annie Swingen