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10 Best Nursing Homes in River Forest, IL
River Forest is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 137 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in River Forest, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in River Forest is about $5,788, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 2222 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Harwood Heights, Elmwood Park and Lincolnwood.
Nursing Homes Facilities near River Forest, IL
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West Ridge Rehabilitation Center is a 164 bed skilled nursing facility specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. In January 2008, new management completely remodeled the facility. West Ridge is certified to provide services to Medicare and Medicaid recipients, and we accept...
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Located in Chicago's west side just a few blocks North of the Eisenhower Expressway, Mayfield is proud to offer a wide range of therapies for long-term residents, as well as those seeking to make the transition from hospital to home. Our highly motivated Rehab team has earned a reputation for...
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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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Elmhurst Extended Care Center (EECC) has been serving the western suburbs of Chicago as 24-hour nursing facility for over 40 years. At EECC it is our longevity and stability that make us stand out above other nursing facilities. EECC is accredited by the Illinois Health Care Association Peer...
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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.
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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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 Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
Cost of nursing homes in River Forest, IL
The average cost of senior living in River Forest is $5,788 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lyons, IL with an average of $5,710 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in River Forest, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in River Forest
Recent reviews for nursing homes in River Forest
Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL
4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL
5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.
Bella Terra Bloomingdale
4.6
Excellent caring staff. The food was always hot and fresh. Excellent chef as all of the food is made right there on premises. The nurses and aides were very caring and attentive to our needs. Great therapy team. The facility is immaculate I would highly recommend this facility
River Forest nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Forest nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Forest, 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 River Forest nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in River Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
55.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.6%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
79.8%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.7%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.1%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in River Forest nursing homes
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 River Forest Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.9%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in River Forest nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of River Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Forest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in River Forest nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of River Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
43.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
42.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Forest nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in River Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
39.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near River Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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