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The cost of independent living in Riley is about $4,445 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 213 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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I have been at Clarendale just about every day for the past month with my wife who is a resident . This is her first time at Clarendale and I have to admit I’ve been watching with a very critical eye . I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
At Clarendale of Algonquin, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Indoor and Outdoor parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...
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33 Floor plans available
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Staff is kind, knowledgeable, and detail oriented. An excellent choice for senior living. In the short time my mother is thriving mentally and physically. Staff encourages her to participate in activities ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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5 on everything Melody Living is amazing!! The staff are wonderful The facility is brand new and gorgeous We are extremely happy with them and my mom loves living there Very helpful and friendly They go out...
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.
Melody Living Independent Living in Lake in the Hills offers a robust, active senior (62+) community with luxury independent living community features and amenities, leading edge senior fitness and wellness programs, low-maintenance living, lifestyle conveniences, social programs, exquisite...
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22 Floor plans available
9.7
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Heritage Woods of Huntley is truly the only assisted living facility I would recommend. My 96 mom was only there for about 6 months before her passing but I honestly feel she enjoyed every moment there...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Huntley provides you with the opportunity to enjoy apartment home living in a residential community while obtaining the personal services you may need to continue a life of purpose and individuality. Imagine a life without household chores, yard work or home maintenance. Invite...
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1212 Floor plans available
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The main staff quickly learned my mom and know us when we visit. Other residents are very welcoming and friendly. To my mom and our family when we visit. The on site home health agency arrangements (highly...
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.
Huntley Springs, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is NOW OPEN! We offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Huntley Spring's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities includes EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and...
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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42 reviews
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Staff and other residents are very nice and welcoming. The atmosphere is pleasant. The food is good. There are plenty of activities to do. Everyone watches out for others and helps you wherever you want...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Located in Algonquin, Illinois, this senior living community is close enough to the city to indulge in the urban lifestyle while still living in a quiet village. Make a day of it by walking the shoreline of Lake Michigan, or get takeout from your favorite downtown pizza spot. But there’s no need...
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We are quite pleased with them so far. The paperwork is fairly intimidating, but their intake manager,[name removed], guided me step by step through it. She was patient and kind and explained every step....
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Belvidere is the only Assisted Lifestyle Community in Boone County, Illinois. Our emphasis is on maintaining health, wellness, dignity and independence. We encourage our residents to be as independent as possible but provide assistance in areas that are needed. We opened on...
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We chose Cedarhurst of Woodstock because of the facility's close proximity to me and very clean facility and responsive staff. They have a really great activities director there. My uncle is very happy...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Cedarhurst of Woodstock, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Woodstock, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
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The caregivers were wonderful, my dad enjoyed the dining. A wide variety of activities were offered, and they always had time to answer my questions. When hospice care was required they were very helpful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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We had a great experience with The Heathers. It's a homelike atmosphere - bright, light, secure. intentionally, they have a smaller number of residents, which is a huge plus.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Amazing experience thanks for all the help
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
**Income Restricted Senior Community**We have available 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes. Maintenance Free!Friendly staff and management.
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Very happy with this facility. It's next over to their assisted living facility so I am next door to my husband who is there. Their programs are wonderful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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We have had a great experience so far. I can tell that my mom is very happy and really thriving here. They encourage her to participate in activities and I really like that. I would definitely recommend to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place is an assisted living community that specializes in the art of making seniors feel at home while providing expert dementia care in Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois. Located in northern Illinois, Sycamore is home to the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, an annual...
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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.
Hickory Terrace is our brand-new independent living community built By Grainger. We are a family owned company lead by owners Brian and Susie Grainger. Brian Grainger has been active in building senior housing in the Sycamore area for more than six years, with unparalleled customer satisfaction...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Riley, IL

The average cost of senior living in Riley is $4,445 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Poplar Grove, IL with an average of $3,445 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Riley, IL vs. nearby cities

Riley, IL
$4,447/mo
$4,305/mo
$4,343/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Riley, IL vs. the state and national average

Riley, IL
$4,447/mo
U.S. national average
$4,141/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Riley vs. other types of senior living

$5,711/mo
Independent Living
$4,447/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Riley, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,849/mo
Studio
$5,067/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,554/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,340/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Riley over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Riley

Recent reviews for independent living in Riley

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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Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Multiple reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents at various communities, as mentioned at Clarendale of Algonquin, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, and The Oaks at Algonquin. Residents feel at home and enjoy the sense of community.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. The quality of the food and meals stood out in several reviews, with residents expressing their satisfaction at communities like Melody Living Independent Living, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, and Clarendale of Algonquin. The chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual prefe ...
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Helpful and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the helpfulness and accommodating nature of the staff at different communities, as seen at Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Clarendale of Algonquin, and The Oaks at Algonquin. The staff go above and beyond to help residents and their families.
Plentiful and engaging activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at various communities, as mentioned at Melody Living Independent Living, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, and Clarendale of Algonquin. Gamers, fitness enthusiasts, and social butterflies alike find something to enjoy.
Clean and updated living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community's living spaces, as mentioned at Melody Living Independent Living, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, and Clarendale of Algonquin. Residents appreciate the well-maintained private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces.
Supportive and respectful community. Reviews highlight the supportive and considerate nature of the communities, as seen at Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Clarendale of Algonquin, and The Oaks at Algonquin. Residents feel that their needs are met and their privacy is respected.
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Riley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riley, 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 Riley 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 Riley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riley, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
20.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.7%
33.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Riley 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 Riley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riley, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riley 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 Riley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riley, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
46.1%
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Clarendale of Algonquin, Sunrise of Crystal Lake and Melody Living Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Riley, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near Riley, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Riley, Illinois is Clarendale of Algonquin. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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