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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ridgway, IL

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The cost of independent living in Ridgway is about $3,586 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 53 options. Read 257 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: 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.
At Heritage Woods of McLeansboro IL, we boast ourselves as the affordable assisted living offering a really wonderful environment for any senior citizen that is in need. At Heritage Woods we offer a great deal of care for your loved one that you have found needs an assisted living community....
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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
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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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They took very good care of my father at New Haven Assisted Living, and they advocated for him when he had challenges. There was one employee that got a little too friendly with him and gave him her...
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.
Located in the beautiful town of Marion in Kentucky, New Haven Assisted Living is the best choice as the new home for your loved one. Known for our home-like atmosphere and high staff to resident ratio, we pride ourselves on offering the best possible care and attention for your family member. ...
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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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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.
From its exciting annual festivals, to its rich history, beautiful parks, and array of museums and attractions, Evansville is the perfect place for West River Health Campus; a provider of senior health and hospitality services dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. Residents of West...
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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
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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: 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.
The premier independent senior community located on the west side of Evansville. Leisure Living Lakeside is specifically designed to cater to the active lifestyle of those 55 years and older. Surround yourself with beautifully landscaped grounds and enjoy delicate strolls along our wooded,...
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
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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.
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.
Our one, two, and three bedroom garden homes are truly designed to accommodate you during your retirement years! All units are handicap accessible with wide hallways and doorways for walkers, wheelchairs or scooters. We offer step-in showers with handrails and seats, as well as a raised commode...
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
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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.
Photo of Parkway Estates
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
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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.
Photo of The Village at Holiday
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: 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
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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.
Photo of The Voyage
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: 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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I would highly recommend North River Health Campus. The rooms are very nice. The food is very good. They have an outdoor space for residents to use. The staff is very good with the residents. They are good...
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Ridgway, IL

The average cost of senior living in Ridgway is $3,586 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Junction, IL with an average of $2,881 per month.

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

Ridgway, IL
$3,586/mo
$2,881/mo
$3,305/mo

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

Ridgway, IL
$3,586/mo
U.S. national average
$4,083/mo

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

$4,273/mo
Independent Living
$3,586/mo

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

Studio
$4,030/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,055/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,151/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Ridgway

Recent reviews for independent living in Ridgway

Brookstone of Harrisburg

5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!

Wyndmoor of Evansville

4.5
Today was the first chance I got to visit with [Removed]. Her room is very nice. All the personnel was very helpful in getting me in and out and directing me to her room. I have had other neighbors and friend live here, but it has been a while. But, found they are still the same friendly ...
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The Landings at Reed Station Crossing in Carbondale, IL

5.0
My Mom is not thrilled with the food all the time but most of the time. The CNA's are great. They are fun and pay attention to the needs of my mom. The staff are all helpful. The other residents have enjoy trips to sites in the area. My mom just won't go. There are many things family can do ...
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Ridgway independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridgway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridgway, 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 Ridgway 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 Ridgway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ridgway, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.4%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ridgway 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 Ridgway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ridgway, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ridgway 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 Ridgway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ridgway, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.8%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.9%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.7%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.5%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
16.3%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
46.2%
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There are 53 independent living facilities near Ridgway, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Ridgway, Illinois is Villas of Holly Brook Herrin. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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