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What we like the most about The Timbers of Shorewood is that they are very welcoming. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
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.
The Timbers of Shorewood delivers an unusual blend of secure senior living with elegance and independence! With full-service kitchens in every apartment, supportive services available for Independent living residents and perfectly coordinated services for Assisted Living residents. There is a...
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The cleanliness, friendliness and the way they took care of our mother. Everyone cared for her like their own grandmother. We couldn't expect anything more. Great Place to have your loved one go.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located in Normal, a charming suburb of Bloomington, Illinois. The one-story community features an outdoor courtyard, cozy common spaces, and a homelike atmosphere. Just off interstates 55 and 74, residents enjoy easy access to shopping and dining...
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I am so thankful that I found StoryPoint Memory Care in Romeoville for my husband who had Parkinson's and dementia. From the moment I walked in the door, I knew that it was the best place for him. The...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Romeoville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each service...
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All of the people are very friendly, including the staff and the residence. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on our experience.
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.
From personalized assisted senior living to day care services, we offer expansive services, inspirational programs and tasteful environments where seniors thrive. Prairie Pointe leads the way in meeting the changing needs of senior adults and their families. We are dedicated to providing world-...
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Food is delicious ??. Lots of change over in staff(I think common anywhere). Wonderful activity director. She works to keep all happy and include families. She has been there a real long time. It's real...
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.
In 2018, Franciscan Ministries, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, acquired a 60-acre senior living campus that was originally built and nurtured by 14 area Mennonite churches. Renamed The Village at Mercy Creek, it is now part of the Franciscan Communities, which has been providing...
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The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and knows everyone on a first name basis. Issues are addressed immediately. The environment is friendly and welcoming. The residents all get along and care about one...
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.
American House Cedarlake is a pet-friendly independent living and assisted living community for seniors in the greater Chicago area. For those who want to enjoy their retirement in the comfort and privacy of their own one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment without the fuss of home ownership and...
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The staff and residents at Carriage Crossing have all been very friendly and welcoming. The staff appears to genuinely care for their residents. After a short adjustment period, my mom has settled in and is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Located near the intersection of I-55 and I-74, Carriage Crossing Bloomington provides a picturesque senior lifestyle just minutes from the Carle BroMenn and OSF St. Joseph Medical Centers. Schedule a tour and experience our spacious Assisted Living apartments, innovative on-site Memory Care and...
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The staff is very kind and helpful. The facility is clean and cozy. My mom has a studio apartment which is perfect for her. Each apartment size and lay out is different so that would be up to what a person's...
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.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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Sunnymere is such a wonderful home with loving staff. . It's truly a wonderful place with beautiful surroundings. [name removed] (executive director) is an awesome person and knows how to treat people with...
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.
Built in 1939, Sunnymere has now been providing a home for seniors with the best care for 83 years. Our Executive Director is an RN, and we have CNA's and Nursing Assistants on duty 24/7. We are a small community--35 residents is our max. Sunnymere is located in the southeast corner of Aurora...
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Great staff, friendly atmosphere, clean facility and helpful when my mother needs help or has questions. Overall, fantastic environment for my mother.
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.
Riverside Senior Life is the areas only full continuum of care, with over 20 years of experience enriching lives in the community. From Independent Living to Skilled Nursing, Riverside Senior Life delivers a seamless continuum of care, unrivaled in its one-of-a-kind approach. As part of the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
The living is easy here because the services are second to none!' HarborChase of Plainfield conveniently serves the assisted living and memory care needs of seniors and families in and around the Plainfield area. Our community is situated on 3.8 acres just 35 miles southwest of Chicago. The...
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We had looked at several places and liked how friendly they were, and they did not pressure us. In fact they came to meet my aunt at her house, before she even went there. We have keys to come in whenever we...
Provides: Memory Care
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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 The Reserve at Oswego, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Oswego area. Residents have many opportunities to...
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Fox Knoll provides what’s important to me and my resident brother for his Independent Living at a reasonable price. The apartments are nice size and clean and they provide a modest continental breakfast and...
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.
For over 20 years, Presence Fox Knoll has been serving the residents of the Fox Valley area in a tradition of understanding, support, and respect. Our community features a continuum of care in which our professional staff provide a variety of services to compliment our residents needs. Situated...
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The staff is amazing and very involved in making it a happy and enjoyable experience. Nursing staff very attentive The food was okay, nothing fancy but the staff worked hard to find something you liked. Not...
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.
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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What the facility lacks in modernization is more than made up for by staff care and friendliness. They are quick to communicate any health issues that occur, respond immediately to ensure resident safety,...
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.
Established in 1943 Jennings Terrace is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of area senior citizens in a home-like setting. Jennings is a provider of affordable high quality services. Our services are responsive and flexible to meet current and changing demands. ...
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What I like the most about Heritage Woods of Yorkville is the staff. The staff members there are very friendly and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so...
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.
The first of its type in Kendall County, Heritage Woods of Yorkville is a wonderful assisted living community that is nestled into the woods of Yorkville, IL close to Fox River. The Chicago suburb offers the proximity of the city to senior residents but the care and affordable living of the...
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Far better care than I thought my mother would receive. Whole family very appreciative of how well they cared for her and the other pts. They were attentive and kind. Also very clean without usual LTC...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Courts of Waterford in Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois is an assisted living community specializing in memory care. Our tranquil community offers a nurturing environment and all the comforts of home. From the flowing waters of our fountain to the luxury hotel style setting, our 38-arce...
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My experience with finding a place for my Dad at Heritage Woods of Dwight was very nice. The administration people answered all my questions and concerns and made the process easy for me and my Father. My...
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 Dwight is an assisted living community located in Dwight, IL. Dwight, which contains a stretch of the original famous U.S. Route 66, lies 80 miles southwest of Chicago. The town boasts a rich history, and is home to numerous landmarks and monuments. With well-preserved...
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It is a que sera sera environment. Get the facility manager out and about. Fix the kitchen equipment and supply chain issues .
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.
The Inn at Willow Falls was designed with consideration for every facet of a secure and enriching senior lifestyle — from a choice of meticulously designed apartments to a complete program of supportive care and social services. Residents will delight in the beautiful grounds, the comfortable...
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They are always there for me and my father. Whatever we need they are there for us and are very helpful and friendly. They answer all my questions and my concerns. Room sizes in memory care, they are big...
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.
Rock Run Place offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Assisted Living and Memory Care levels of care are available on our campus. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...
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What our family likes the most about The Pointe at Pontiac is the great communication, my mother is no longer there-moved to memory care so we were sad to see her move. Based on the experience we have had so...
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.
The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living provides apartment-style housing with personal care and other supportive services to adults age 65 and older. Our living environment enables seniors to maintain an active and independent lifestyle.The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living allows...
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5 -- 1. Overall experience 5 -- 2. Cleanliness. Our unit was fresh painted, even the garage. "Ready to move in" definitely was true. 5 -- 3. Friendliness of staff. 4 -- 4. Quality of care. We haven't...
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.
Snyder Village is a non-profit, Christian community. We are committed to providing for the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of others in a loving, dignified, and Christian atmosphere. Located in a beautiful rural setting in Metamora, Illinois, Snyder Village offers a variety of living...
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I was very pleased with Heritage woods. The people and staff were very friendly, they had interactive activities, the food was pretty good, and the facility was clean. My dad [name removed] lived there for...
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 Plainfield is an affordable assisted living community serving adults 65 or older, fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living. Situated in Northwest Will County, Illinois about 35 miles southwest of Chicago, Heritage Woods is a lovely supportive...
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They had a stricter covid policy than other facilities (good thing). Personnel & administrative turnover was high during our time there. Dad passed in January of 2023, so this info is almost 2 years old. It...
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.
After more than a decade of solid experience as a residential community, Cedarhurst of Washington is recognized as a leader in senior services. Guided by dedicated staff and management, such a level of competence places Cedarhurst of Washington at the forefront of quality care for older adults...
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I would recommend 100% because of everything they offer. The price is the highest I've seen but since they take Medicaid it ends up working out. We picked this community, because they could get my dad on...
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.
At Alden of Waterford, you become part of a continuum of care community offering the warmth of a friendly village, the amenities of a lively resort and the skilled medical services of a superb health facility all within pleasant, safe surroundings. Should you ever need rehab therapy or treatment...
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Cost of assisted living in Richards, IL

The average cost of senior living in Richards is $4,830 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dana, IL with an average of $3,914 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Richards, IL vs. nearby cities

Richards, IL
$4,830/mo
$4,661/mo
$4,980/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Richards, IL vs. the state and national average

Richards, IL
$4,830/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Richards vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,830/mo
$4,909/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Richards, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,756/mo
Private
$250/mo
Studio
$4,803/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,383/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,169/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,250/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Richards over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Richards, IL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Richards.

What families are saying about assisted living in Richards

Recent reviews for assisted living in Richards

Evergreen Place and The Legacy Memory Care in Chillicothe, IL

4.6
After visiting Senior Living facilities in the surrounding areas my parents decided that Evergreen Senior Living would be the best for what they needed. I am so happy with the employees that work there. They are very friendly and help out when needed. The nurses are very dedicated to the ...
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Charter Senior Living of Washington

4.8
This is probably a very good thing for my loved one being here, and the activities are great. The staff are friendly and overall I think they care for the residents. Everyone other than residents must wear a mask, and I believe this has kept COVID infections down in the community. The ...
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Riverside Assisted Living and Memory Care, a CCRC in Kankakee, IL

5.0
Very good place to recover and all staff members were great. We picked this community, because it was close to home, heard good things about this community and it worked for me and my family.

Richards review score based on 319 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 319 reviews of 71 Richards assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Richards review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Richards review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Richards, IL71 facilities
7.9
Kangley, IL80 facilities
7.5
Streator, IL8 facilities

Review subcategories for Richards assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 319 reviews of 71 Richards assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Richards resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Richards, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Richards assisted living services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Richards assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Richards that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Richards, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.8%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
48.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.2%
53.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Richards assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Richards Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Richards, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Richards assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Richards partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Richards, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.2%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
28.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7%
13%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Richards assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Richards communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Richards, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
17.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Richards assisted 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 assisted living communities in Richards offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Richards, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
38%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
45.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Richards

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Richards protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

The Timbers of Shorewood, Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center and StoryPoint Romeoville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Richards, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 82 assisted living facilities near Richards, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Richards, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center and Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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