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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Located in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois Hyde Park Apartments is a senior apartment situated in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The state of the art building is surrounded by magnificent views such as Lake Michigan. A lot of amenities surround the apartments such as the Promontory and Harold...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Pioneer Gardens senior residents in the windy city access to a great assisted living community within the grand city of Chicago, IL. Located just a few blocks from Lake Shore Drive, residents can enjoy the lush green park areas next to the lake during spring and summer days and enjoy the many...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Ritchie, IL

The average cost of senior living in Ritchie is $4,705 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bradley, IL with an average of $4,250 per month.

Independent living costs in Ritchie, IL, vs. nearby cities

Ritchie, IL
$4,705/mo
$12,001/mo
$4,473/mo

Independent living costs in Ritchie, IL, vs. state and national averages

Ritchie, IL
$4,705/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Ritchie, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,279/mo
Independent Living
$4,705/mo

Independent living costs in Ritchie, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,947/mo
Studio
$4,971/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,924/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,547/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,986/mo

Senior living costs in Ritchie vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ritchie, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRitchie, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$4,705/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,235/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,279/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ritchie, IL:$4,705/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ritchie, IL:$5,235/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Ritchie, IL:$5,279/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Ritchie, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ritchie and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Ritchie, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ritchie have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ritchie, IL$2,905/mo$2,891/mo+0.5%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ritchie, IL
2024 average cost:$2,905/mo
2023 average cost:$2,891/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,094/mo
2023 average cost:$3,076/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ritchie

Recent reviews for independent living in Ritchie

Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

5.0
I could not be happier with the Liberty Village community is every regard. [name removed] and [name removed] has been amazing and I am very happy that my father is there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff at their community. For example, at The Timbers of Shorewood, the staff goes out of their way to remember residents by name and create a sense of familiarity. Residents at Park Place of St John appreciate the attentiveness of the ...
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Variety of enjoyable activities. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests. At Solstice Senior Living at Joliet, residents enjoy both on-site and off-site activities, such as movie nights and museum outings. At American House Cedarlake, residents participate in activities like gardening classe ...
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Frequent and effective communication. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is a major factor in overall satisfaction. At Crown Point Christian Village, regular meetings are held between senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. At Senior Suites of Bridgeport, the staff keeps fa ...
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High-quality, accommodating meals. Residents frequently praise the quality and variety of meals offered at their community. For example, at Autumn Green at Midway Village, the chef caters to individual dietary restrictions and preferences. At Palos Heights Senior Living, residents enjoy both on-site and off-site dining option ...
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Maintained interior and exterior spaces. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, whether it's for the private rooms or communal areas. At Clarendale of Addison, the common areas are impeccably kept, while residents at Concord Place appreciate the renovated patio and dining room. Regular maintenance and upkeep contri ...
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Safe and secure living environment. Safety and security are essential aspects of senior living. At Brookdale Lisle, residents feel reassured by the accommodating nature of caregivers and the prompt response to maintenance issues. At American House Cedarlake, the 24/7 care provided gives families peace of mind and ensures resid ...
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Ritchie independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ritchie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ritchie, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ritchie independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ritchie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ritchie independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ritchie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ritchie independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Ritchie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
47.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.3%
47%
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Mercy Circle Senior Living, Palos Heights Senior Living and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ritchie, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 353 independent living facilities near Ritchie, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ritchie, Illinois are Mercy Circle Senior Living, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and Palos Heights Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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