The Gardens at Park Pointe
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Morris, IL

The Gardens at Park Pointe

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Morris, IL

Overview of The Gardens at Park Pointe

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.

Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #248 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 248th out of 418 homes we track in Illinois for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.
Years in operation
11 years in operation Rank #101 / 185Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 185 homes we track in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
Walk Score: 87 / 100 Rank #55 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 634 homes we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 14, 2025
ExpirationNovember 13, 2026
CountyGrundy
License Number5105801

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameThe Gardens Of Park Pointe

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Emergency Systems24-hour emergency call, including Lifeline.
Safety FeaturesEmergency pull cords with 24-hour nursing staff.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPhysical, 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

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 4 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 47 This facility has 43% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (4 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 43% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 89 This facility has had 11% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (8 vs. IL avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 11% fewer

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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Bella Terra Streamwood
AL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Streamwood
214
Facility 214
IL AVG 85
Rank #20 / 418
No
74
Facility 74
IL AVG 52
Rank #135 / 634
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GreenFields of Geneva
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Geneva
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 85
Rank #188 / 418
Yes
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 52
Rank #611 / 634
14
Facility 14
IL AVG 16
Rank #93 / 185
A+Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek9
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 7
Rank #248 / 276
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #246 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Gardens at Park Pointe
AL
MC
Morris
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 85
Rank #248 / 418
No
87
Facility 87
IL AVG 52
Rank #55 / 634
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 16
Rank #101 / 185
A+-8
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #136 / 276
0.5
Facility 0.5
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #143 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
-
Lincolnwood Place
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lincolnwood
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 85
Rank #314 / 418
No
51
Facility 51
IL AVG 52
Rank #325 / 634
--Ga Hc Reit II Lincolnwood Trs Sub, LLC9
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 7
Rank #219 / 276
1.1
Facility 1.1
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #209 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at The Glen
AL
NH
IL
MC
Glenview
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 85
Rank #364 / 418
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 52
Rank #310 / 634
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 16
Rank #33 / 185
A+Cc-Lake, Inc3
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 7
Rank #180 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #236 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa

Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens at Park Pointe

Who is the owner of The Gardens at Park Pointe?

The Gardens at Park Pointe is legally operated by 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.

How long has The Gardens at Park Pointe been in business?

The Gardens at Park Pointe has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Gardens at Park Pointe?

No, The Gardens at Park Pointe has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for The Gardens at Park Pointe?

The team at The Gardens at Park Pointe can be reached at manager@parkpointegardens.com.

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