The Artis Team
The most thoughtful people you’ll ever
meet, dedicated to your loved one’s
well-being.
Patti Ellis
Executive Director
“My passion is creating a safe, joyful, and connected environment for residents and our associates.”
Kewanda Shaw
Director of Business Services
Carmela Barhany
Director of Sales and Marketing
Bobby Smith
Sales Counselor
Joseph Morris
Director of Culinary Services
Nena Fromm
Director of Life Enrichment
Ronnie Dicola
Director of Environmental SERVICES
Amber Wright
Director of Artis Way Experience
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What Artis families are saying
I am grateful for Kelly, Wally, and Maria at the front desk. They always make me feel welcome when I arrive at Artis.
Kudos to Ronnie for always responding quickly to building maintenance concerns.
Andres is a fantastic chef.
Ryan works hard and cares.
Karen and Colleen enjoy serving us in the Dugout. They are joyful people who treat everyone with respect. Mary does too.
5/8/24
Shout out to Brenda and Asia for going the extra mile with my Dad. Thanks for your hard work. I appreciate you!
Kudos to Ronnie for always responding quickly to building maintenance concerns.
Andres is a fantastic chef.
Ryan works hard and cares.
Karen and Colleen enjoy serving us in the Dugout. They are joyful people who treat everyone with respect. Mary does too.
5/8/24
Shout out to Brenda and Asia for going the extra mile with my Dad. Thanks for your hard work. I appreciate you!
Chloe at Artis is in Lakeview Chicago is fantastic. She truly cares about her job and the people at Artis. Great person.
My mom was in need of a temporary memory care facility for a few months and Elderwerks referred us to Artis Senior Living as a place we would like. Patti, Amber, and Natasha made us feel so welcome and they took care of getting mom in there very quickly. Once there, the facilities are so nice and clean, there are so many things for residents to do, and the food is great! Just getting to the front desk will make you feel welcome regardless of who is there. Then, once you get to her floor, the nursing staff and care partners are amazing. Even when mom was having a tough time, she was always treated with kindness, patience, and respect and we were so appreciative. There was not one staff member who did not show that level of care. My only issue was that mom’s time there was too short.
This is a very nice place. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. A luxurious feel with happy tenants. Also, the staff was very friendly and professional.
Our host for the tour was Emily Waxenfelter. She was very lovely and passionate about taking care of others. Knowledgeable and proactive. I spoke with her over the phone to set up a tour, and she followed up with all the necessary details to welcome us in. I mentioned that my father was a veteran, and she proactively provided us with further information that was tailored to his needs.
It was an awesome first experience for my father. Thank you Artis for setting the bar high with our search for a home. I’ll be glad to follow up with another review if we commit to moving into Artis.
Thanks for reading!
Our host for the tour was Emily Waxenfelter. She was very lovely and passionate about taking care of others. Knowledgeable and proactive. I spoke with her over the phone to set up a tour, and she followed up with all the necessary details to welcome us in. I mentioned that my father was a veteran, and she proactively provided us with further information that was tailored to his needs.
It was an awesome first experience for my father. Thank you Artis for setting the bar high with our search for a home. I’ll be glad to follow up with another review if we commit to moving into Artis.
Thanks for reading!
Mom has been at Artis since their opening and loves living there. They take wonderful care of her and I can sleep sound. Brenda, one of her aides is absolutely wonderful and really looks after her. The staff are all incredibly friendly and attentive to my emails and her well being. Thank you Artis for the great care of my amazing mother!
My Dad “Mr. Ed” loved living at Artis Senior Living in Lakeview! The living, gathering and dining, and outdoor spaces are beautiful. The entire building was always so clean and well-maintained. He loved the 5th floor garden room, views of the city, fresh flowers and upscale decor. The level of care he received was exceptional. Dad always felt loved, connected with many of the other residents he considered friends, and well cared for. The Care Partners created a special bond with my Dad and he delighted in their warm kindness, and gentle caring ways, and felt a kinship with many.
Artis truly felt like home for him and seemed like a second family to him. He enjoyed activities throughout each week including movies, classical music and singing, poetry writing class, daily Happy Hours with others, occasional outings, and hours on the patio. Dad even served as Ambassador for a year welcoming other residents and new staff! BBQs and special celebrations were such a nice way for families to gather together too! The food was always tasty, lots of variety and choices (even honor special requests, and certain dietary requirements), and he enjoyed dining together with other residents as well as the option to dine in his room when he wasn’t feeling up to going out.
We had looked at several Senior Assisted Living communities that offered Assisted Living arrangement before choosing Artis. He had a comfy 1 bedroom with a den and small kitchenette, that was lovely and just the right size. I know it was the right choice for home for him to spend his final 2 years of life. I always felt welcomed and part of the Artis family too. In his final days under hospice care at Artis, his care givers were so sweet and helped Dad and our family say goodbye in a peaceful and dignified way. I would highly recommend Artis Lakeview for anyone considering a final home for a loved one needing Assisted Living.
Artis truly felt like home for him and seemed like a second family to him. He enjoyed activities throughout each week including movies, classical music and singing, poetry writing class, daily Happy Hours with others, occasional outings, and hours on the patio. Dad even served as Ambassador for a year welcoming other residents and new staff! BBQs and special celebrations were such a nice way for families to gather together too! The food was always tasty, lots of variety and choices (even honor special requests, and certain dietary requirements), and he enjoyed dining together with other residents as well as the option to dine in his room when he wasn’t feeling up to going out.
We had looked at several Senior Assisted Living communities that offered Assisted Living arrangement before choosing Artis. He had a comfy 1 bedroom with a den and small kitchenette, that was lovely and just the right size. I know it was the right choice for home for him to spend his final 2 years of life. I always felt welcomed and part of the Artis family too. In his final days under hospice care at Artis, his care givers were so sweet and helped Dad and our family say goodbye in a peaceful and dignified way. I would highly recommend Artis Lakeview for anyone considering a final home for a loved one needing Assisted Living.