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The cost of independent living in Riverwood is about $3,677 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 64 options. Read 1414 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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Photo of Westminster Village Kentuckiana
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.
Photo of Mt Lebanon of Cedars Lebanon
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.
Photo of Gaslight Court
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.
Photo of Diversacare of Providence
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.
Photo of Independence Square At Louisville
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: 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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I picked this community because I liked the facility, and the rooms. I like the cleanliness. It's a nice location. I would recommend to others.
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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Cost of independent living in Riverwood, KY

The average cost of senior living in Riverwood is $3,677 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mockingbird Valley, KY with an average of $3,671 per month.

Independent living costs in Riverwood, KY, vs. nearby cities

Riverwood, KY
$3,677/mo

Independent living costs in Riverwood, KY, vs. state and national averages

Riverwood, KY
$3,677/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Riverwood, KY, vs. other senior living options

$4,826/mo
Independent Living
$3,677/mo

Independent living costs in Riverwood, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,032/mo
Studio
$5,055/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,465/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,581/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,850/mo

Senior living costs in Riverwood 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: Riverwood, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiverwood, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$3,677/mo$3,291/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,771/mo$4,364/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,826/mo$4,388/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Riverwood, KY:$3,677/mo
Kentucky:$3,291/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Riverwood, KY:$4,771/mo
Kentucky:$4,364/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Riverwood, KY:$4,826/mo
Kentucky:$4,388/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Riverwood, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Riverwood 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 Riverwood, KY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Riverwood 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Riverwood, KY$2,972/mo$3,105/mo-4.3%
Kentucky$2,982/mo$3,067/mo-2.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Riverwood, KY
2024 average cost:$2,972/mo
2023 average cost:$3,105/mo
Percent change:-4.3%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$2,982/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:-2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Riverwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Riverwood

Crescent Place Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.5
Most people were very friendly, others not so much. Laundry often was not picked up, and/or returned. Same with trash. Cleaning was minimal. Meals were not good. Too salty. Not enough salads, fruit & veggies.

River Crossing in Charlestown, IN

5.0
The community is very caring and friendly. The experience was wonderful. The staff were very accommodating to the requests of our loved one. I would highly recommend this community to others for their loved one. The staff communication with the family was great! The Director of Marketing ...
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Treyton Oak Towers in Louisville, KY

4.0
My Mother and I got a really good vibe from this facility. She really loved it here and we know we made the right decision. This is a cat-friendly place and all of the residents are fairly nice. For activities, they have things like exercise classes, once a week they have a pool trip, and they ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and supportive staff. Reviews consistently highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across multiple communities, such as StoryPoint Middletown and Holiday Oxmoor Lodge. They go the extra mile to help residents adjust and provide excellent care.
Variety of engaging activities. Residents enjoy the numerous activities offered at various communities, including bingo, bowling, movies, and even live music performances. This keeps them socially engaged and active.
Delicious and diverse meals. Nutritious and tasty meals are a key factor in residents' overall satisfaction. Communities like Wickshire Blankenbaker and Village Crossing Retirement Resort provide a range of food options to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces within communities like StoryPoint Middletown and Arcadia Louisville, ensuring a comfortable living experience for residents.
Plentiful amenities and conveniences. Facilities offer various amenities, such as an on-site nurse at Everlan of Louisville and Enhanced Living at StoryPoint, making daily life more convenient for seniors, providing peace of mind for their families.
Committed and responsive management. Community managers, like the one at Village Crossing Retirement Resort, are attentive to residents' needs and concerns, ensuring a high level of care and addressing any issues promptly.
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Riverwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverwood, 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 Riverwood 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 Riverwood 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
37.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Riverwood 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 Riverwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
52.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverwood 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 Riverwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riverwood, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
59.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.3%
46.4%
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