Heathers Senior Living Homes – Ringwood
Assisted Living in Illinois
Assisted Living in Illinois
Overview of Heathers Senior Living Homes – Ringwood
The Heathers Senior Living Homes – Ringwood prioritizes fostering vitality and independence among seniors in Ringwood, IL, through top-quality assisted living and memory care. Rooted in familial values, The Heathers creates a warm, familial environment where residents thrive through self-governance, lifelong learning, and meaningful engagement. The community, led by the Garifo Family, champions a philosophy of “Doing Senior Living Differently,” ensuring residents receive personalized care that enhances their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
The Heathers offers an array of amenities and assisted living facilities designed to enrich residents’ lives. With spacious, updated homes set in serene surroundings, residents enjoy comfortable living spaces with private bathrooms and scenic views. Technology integration enhances communication and safety, while memory care programs prioritize cognitive stimulation and well-being. Safety adaptations, state licensing, and purposeful living initiatives underscore The Heathers’ commitment to providing a secure, stimulating, and purpose-driven environment for seniors in Lake in the Hills and Ringwood.
Jennifer Bohyer is the Executive Director at Heathers Senior Living Homes - Ringwood, bringing extensive senior living experience in programming, caregiving, and management. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner, she has held key roles including Memory Care Director and VP of Operations for a Home Health Agency. Jennifer is dedicated to creating a home that offers purpose, dignity, and compassion, supporting residents and families through all stages of care.
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About this community
Heathers Senior Living Homes – Ringwood is legally operated by The Heathers Senior Homes, Llc.
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.
2 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Breakdown by inspection type
- 2 licensing inspections
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Inspection history
4 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Illinois average: 7 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Heathers Senior Living Homes – Ringwood
The most recent inspection on October 20, 2025, identified several deficiencies related to fire drills, CPR-certified staff availability, physician assessments, and electronic monitoring consent. Earlier inspections, including the December 30, 2024 survey, found the facility in compliance with applicable regulations. The main themes of deficiencies involved emergency preparedness, staff training, resident assessments, and privacy documentation. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The record shows new issues appearing in the latest inspection after a previously clean survey, indicating some recent challenges in maintaining compliance.
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