Sunrise of Olympia Fields provides both Assisted Living and Independent Living, allowing residents to transition smoothly as needs change. Clinical support is available for residents managing diabetes, whether they use oral medications, injections, or sliding-scale insulin. Licensed nurses monitor these regimens and coordinate with outside physicians to keep blood-sugar levels within target ranges.
Around-the-clock care is backed by an RN or LPN on staff, a nurse on site 24 hours a day, and an additional nurse on call. Staff members remain awake during night shifts, and all employees undergo background checks. Emergency pull cords connect directly to staff and can also trigger a 911 call. Wander-guard technology helps reduce unsupervised exits. Full assistance is offered for bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and team members can support walkers, wheelchairs, standby transfers, and one-person transfers. An activity director plans daily programs, and an on-site podiatrist visits for foot and ankle care.
Apartments are designed for varying preferences and budgets. Some units include a private bathroom, kitchenette, independent temperature controls, cable connection, and the option to paint or decorate the space; not every apartment contains every feature, so it is best to confirm during a tour. Independent Living residents receive scheduled housekeeping, and staff can provide medication-management monitoring when those services become helpful.
Dining follows a set menu prepared by culinary staff who work with nursing to address physician-ordered diets and diabetic considerations. Meals are served in a communal dining room, and snacks are available between meals. The kitchen team handles portion control and consistency modifications for those who need them, while Independent Living residents can choose to participate in the meal program or prepare simple fare in their kitchenettes.
Amenities include resident parking, outdoor smoking areas, wheelchair-accessible common spaces, a barber and beauty shop, exercise room, movie room, wellness center, internet access, communal gardens, and on-site religious services. Scheduled transportation is offered for medical appointments and local errands. Pets are allowed, and it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
