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The cost of independent living in Riverside is about $3,467 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 43 options. Read 317 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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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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After careful consideration and much prayer, we felt like God lead us to Transitions, and we have been very satisfied with our Mom’s care. She enjoys the activities and raves about [name removed] who...
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: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of independent living in Riverside, PA

The average cost of senior living in Riverside is $3,467 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bloomsburg, PA with an average of $3,085 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Riverside, PA vs. nearby cities

Riverside, PA
$3,467/mo
$3,307/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Riverside, PA vs. the state and national average

Riverside, PA
$3,467/mo
U.S. national average
$4,139/mo

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

$4,927/mo
Independent Living
$3,467/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Riverside, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,144/mo
Studio
$4,401/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,850/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,829/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Riverside over time

Riverside, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Riverside

Recent reviews for independent living in Riverside

The Terraces at Capitol Village in Harrisburg, PA

5.0
I lived in another community, then needed some rehab. I had a terrible experience where I was before. So coming here I was scared. It has been the very best thing that has ever happened. I am respected and cared for very well. Just wonderful!

Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, PA

5.0
I was really impressed with Traditions of Hershey when I recently visited a resident there. The facility itself is well maintained, clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly and courteous and seem to really care about the residents there. They also seem to offer lots of social activities ...
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Juniper Village at Lebanon

5.0
Juniper Village is very clean, sometimes with communities and caring for elderly residents there may be unpleasant odor, but not that this community. The staff are very friendly, they usually talk to you as you walking around, call you by name and even talk about things your loved one is getting ...
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Riverside independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverside independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverside, 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 Riverside 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 Riverside partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riverside, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
12.1%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.2%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
9.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Riverside 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 Riverside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riverside, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.2%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverside 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 Riverside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riverside, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.2%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.3%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.2%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
15.2%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.2%
46.3%
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Traditions of Hershey, Juniper Village at Lebanon and Brookdale Grayson View are the top-rated independent living facilities near Riverside, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 43 independent living facilities near Riverside, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Riverside, Pennsylvania is Traditions of Hershey. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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