The Gardens at Park Pointe
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Illinois, IL
The Gardens at Park Pointe
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Illinois, IL
The Gardens at Park Pointe is a 60-bed assisted living and memory care community located at 1550 Dupont Avenue in Morris, Illinois. Owned and operated by Tutera Senior Living & Health Care, this established community serves Grundy County under a license active through November 2026. The campus specializes in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, featuring a secured perimeter and 24-hour nursing supervision in a centrally located, highly walkable setting.
The community operates under a state-licensed residential model providing 24-hour medical oversight and localized care coordination. While no CMS star rating applies, current 2026 data shows that the facility maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on its most recent complaint monitoring. However, a December 2025 annual licensure survey cited four deficiencies classified at the severe harm tier—the highest severity level in Illinois. These findings centered on a failure to properly assess residency appropriateness for an individual with an aggressive history, leading to multiple resident-to-resident abuse incidents.
Direct bedside support is coordinated 24/7 by a team of licensed nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). The clinical model integrates physical, occupational, and speech therapy with a secured exterior and courtyard for wandering risk management. Following the 2025 regulatory findings, leadership was cited for failing to ensure that direct care staff completed the required 16 hours of dementia training and for neglecting to revise service plans for high-risk residents. Monthly costs start at approximately $5,000 for assisted living, with memory care units ranging significantly higher based on care intensity.
The facility features private and semi-private residential units equipped with 24-hour emergency pull cord systems and individual temperature controls. All-inclusive monthly services cover three elegant meals daily, private housekeeping, and communal laundry services.
Shared community spaces include enclosed courtyards with walking paths, a beauty salon and barber, a private dining room, and an on-site general store. The social calendar is managed by on-site staff to provide daily engagement and fitness programs, while the campus’s “very walkable” location (Walk Score 87) ensures residents remain connected to downtown Morris and the nearby I&M Canal Trail.
Those seeking a community with an established local presence and strong walkability should weigh these benefits against the facility’s recent regulatory challenges. Interested individuals should contact the administrator directly to discuss current residency evaluation protocols, staff dementia training compliance, and the specific supervision upgrades implemented since the December 2025 survey.
60-bed community Rank #255 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 255th out of 426 homes in Illinois. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
11 years in operation Rank #101 / 145Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 145 homes in Illinois. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 87 / 100 Rank #55 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 648 homes in Illinois. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 14, 2025
ExpirationNovember 13, 2026
CountyGrundy
License Number5105801
Owner NameThe Gardens Of Park Pointe
Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Emergency Systems24-hour emergency call, including Lifeline.
Safety FeaturesEmergency pull cords with 24-hour nursing staff.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactBusiness Manager
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Email
[email protected]
Physical
Occupational & Speech Therapy
Ongoing Health Evaluation & Assessments
Medication Administration
Reminders & Assistance
Elegant Dining Including Three Meals And Snacks
Assistance With Transportation Needs
Enclosed Courtyards & Walking Paths
Secured Exterior And Courtyard Doors
Reception Desk Services
Telephone
Wireless Internet Access
Fully Equipped Laundry Rooms
Beauty Salon & Barber Services
Private Dining Room
General Store
24-Hour Nursing Staff
Food DescriptionElegant dining including three meals and snacks.
Inspection History
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
4 deficiencies
8 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 At Avg
Metrics at Illinois average:
• Total inspections (at IL avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
• Deficiencies per year (43% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% below)
• Total inspections (at IL avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
• Deficiencies per year (43% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% below)
Latest Inspection
September 3, 2026
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (4 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (4 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.5 | 0.9 | This facility has 44% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.5 vs. IL avg 0.9).↓ 44% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 8 | 8 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Illinois average (8 vs. IL avg 8).— At avg |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- December 10, 2025 inspection found 4 deficiencies including failure to evaluate resident appropriateness and inadequate supervision leading to severe resident-to-resident sexual and physical abuse.
- Facility failed to revise service plans for residents with aggressive behavior and did not provide required 16 hours of dementia training to new direct care staff.
- Deficiencies caused severe harm and substantial risk to residents, indicating serious lapses in safety, staff training, and care planning.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens at Park Pointe
Who is the owner of The Gardens at Park Pointe?
The legal owner and operator of The Gardens at Park Pointe is The Gardens Of Park Pointe.
Is The Gardens at Park Pointe in a walkable area?
The Gardens at Park Pointe has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Gardens at Park Pointe?
According to IL state health department records, The Gardens at Park Pointe's license number is 5105801.
When does The Gardens at Park Pointe's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, The Gardens at Park Pointe's license expires on November 13, 2026.
What is the best email address for The Gardens at Park Pointe?
The team at The Gardens at Park Pointe can be reached at [email protected].
How many beds does The Gardens at Park Pointe have?
The Gardens at Park Pointe has 60 beds.
Are there photos of The Gardens at Park Pointe?
Yes — there are 2 photos of The Gardens at Park Pointe in the photo gallery on this page.
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