How Our Partnership with Northwestern Medicine Enhances Resident Wellness

Clarendale Six Corners is proud to announce a new partnership with Northwestern Medicine, introducing Alexandra Petrakos, M.D., as Advisory Physician, and Rachel Lauber, A.P.R.N., as Nurse Practitioner.

Northwestern Medicine is a premier integrated academic health system committed to exceptional patient care, innovative research, and advanced medical education.

This collaboration reflects Clarendale Six Corners’ ongoing commitment to holistic, resident-centered care by expanding access to leading geriatric expertise and preventive health strategies.

Meet the Northwestern Medical Team

Dr. Petrakos is a board-certified internist and geriatrician. She serves as the director of Northwestern’s Geriatric Home Care Program, providing home-based primary care in the community, as well as outpatient geriatric care at Northwestern’s Galter Pavilion.

Her research includes geriatric workforce education and improving evidence-based, quality care in the home and assisted living settings.

Rachel Lauber is a board-certified family nurse practitioner working in both community-based primary care and geriatric home care. She is passionate about health equity, advance care planning, and high-quality preventive medicine. She enjoys building relationships with patients and their family members to ensure her patients age well.

How Residents Will Benefit From the Partnership

Through the partnership, residents who choose to participate will benefit from on-site consultations, improved coordination of care, and proactive wellness programs designed to enhance quality of life and support aging in place.

“Partnering with Northwestern Medicine allows us to bring exceptional clinical expertise directly to residents,” said Racine Harris, Director of Health Services at Clarendale Six Corners. “This initiative empowers residents to take a more active role in their wellness while giving families peace of mind that their loved ones have convenient access to trusted, high-quality healthcare.”

Looking to the Future at Clarendale Six Corners

Clarendale Six Corners’ collaboration with one of Chicago’s premier health systems underscores a growing trend in senior living – integrating healthcare and hospitality to improve outcomes, reduce hospitalizations, and elevate daily living experiences.

By having dedicated professionals from Northwestern Medicine on-site, Clarendale is taking a proactive approach to health, rather than a reactive one.

To learn more about our partnership with Northwestern Medicine and other wellness initiatives, contact us today.