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10 Best Independent Living Communities in River Grove, IL

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The community at The Montclare is good, they have rides to the stores they have food plates at a low price and my mother managed to get a helper there.
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.
The Montclare Senior Residences would like to invite you to visit our upscale Senior Apartment community for qualified residents ages 55 or better. Located two blocks east of Oak Park Avenue and two blocks south of Fullerton/Grand Avenue in Chicago. The Montclare Senior Residences will change...
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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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated on a beautifully wooded site, Arborwood at Altenheim offers the finest in independent living. Designed for the independent seniors who desires the freedom of a carefree lifestyle, Arborwood apartments feature all the comforts of home within an atmosphere rich in history and charm. Just...
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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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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.
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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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: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Belmont Place Senior Apartments has been designed to address the social and economic needs of senior residents age 55 and older. The building is located within the near northwest side of Chicago. Easy accessibility to bus lines and grocery store across the street. There are banks and restaurants...
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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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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: 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: 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
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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: Assisted Living
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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.
Heritage Woods of Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...

Cost of independent living in River Grove, IL

The average cost of senior living in River Grove is $5,239 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin Park, IL with an average of $5,194 per month.

Independent living costs in River Grove, IL, vs. nearby cities

River Grove, IL
$5,239/mo

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

River Grove, IL
$5,239/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in River Grove, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,859/mo
Independent Living
$5,239/mo

Independent living costs in River Grove, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,778/mo
Studio
$5,313/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,142/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,171/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,125/mo

Senior living costs in River Grove 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: River Grove, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiver Grove, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,239/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,826/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,859/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
River Grove, IL:$5,239/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
River Grove, IL:$5,826/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
River Grove, IL:$5,859/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in River Grove, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in River Grove 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 River Grove, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in River Grove 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
River Grove, IL$2,556/mo$2,884/mo-11.4%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
River Grove, IL
2024 average cost:$2,556/mo
2023 average cost:$2,884/mo
Percent change:-11.4%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in River Grove

Recent reviews for independent living in River Grove

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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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.

Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and helpful staff. Many residents and families express appreciation for the friendly and supportive nature of the staff in several communities, including Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn, and Brookdale Northbrook. They mention the staff's attentiveness to residents' needs and their ability to crea ...
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Variety of activities to encourage socialization. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered in various communities, such as Brookdale Glen Ellyn, Clarendale Six Corners, and Brookdale Oak Park, which residents find enjoyable and engaging. These include exercise classes, games, lectures, and social events.
Well-maintained and beautiful facilities. Several reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and residents' apartments in communities like Concord Place, Brookdale Northbrook, and Brookdale Oak Park. Some reviews specifically praise the recent renovations and modern designs.
Access to health care resources. Families express relief and satisfaction with the accessibility of health care resources in communities, such as Concord Place, Clarendale Six Corners, and Brookdale Northbrook, ensuring their loved ones receive the necessary care and attention when needed.
Friendly and supportive community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the warm and inclusive community atmosphere in several communities, such as Oak Park Arms Retirement Community, Brookdale Northbrook, and Elison of Niles, where residents feel a strong sense of belonging and connection to their neighbors.
Delicious and varied meal offerings. Residents and families praise the quality and variety of meal offerings at communities like Elison of Niles, Brookdale Oak Park, and Brookdale Northbrook, which make dining a highlight of their daily routine.
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River Grove independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Grove independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Grove, 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 River Grove 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 River Grove 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
30.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in River Grove 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 River Grove communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Grove 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 River Grove offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Grove, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near River Grove, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 127 independent living facilities near River Grove, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in River Grove, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Mercy Circle Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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