The Sheridan at River Forest

800 North Harlem Avenue

River Forest, IL 60305

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Explore vibrant retirement living right in the heart of River Forest.

Live life to the fullest at The Sheridan at River Forest, a beautifully designed community located on the corner of Chicago and Harlem. Embrace each day with friends and opportunities while living in one of Chicago’s best locations. Seniors and their families will find the lifestyle that fits their needs, from Assisted Living to award-winning Memory Care. We invite you to learn more.

We invite you to learn more about The Sheridan at River Forest – dive into our culture, unparalleled services, exquisite cuisine, and more. View our brochure!

Symbria Partnership – What The Power of One Means to Our Residents

Symbria unites therapy, pharmacy, well-being, and technology to give residents back as much independence as possible. Through this program, residents have returned to hobbies they love and often gain back important aspects of their mobility. Learn more about the success and benefits of Symbria in this educational video.

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Explore Our Floor Plans

Rates starting at $5,300*

Take the Virtual Tour

We would love to show you a virtual preview of our community! Click the links to view some of our 3D floor plans.

Assisted Living Ashland Floor Plan

Memory Care Oak Floor Plan

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Community Announcements

Badge Senior Living Communities Assisted Living 2024

Best of U.S. News & World Report Awards 2024

We’re proud to announce our recent recognition as being among the best of the best in senior living! U.S. News & World Report rated us as a Best Assisted Living community of 2024, based on high ratings from residents and their families.

2021 Architecture & Design Award

We are excited to share that The Sheridan at River Forest has placed second for the 2021 SHN Architecture & Design Awards in the Assisted Living category.
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New Resources

We have partnered with experts that are dedicated to provide assistance and support every step of the way!

LivNow – Relocation Services

Patriot Angels – Veteran’s Benefits

View our flyer to learn more!

What Can You Expect to Enjoy?

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Enjoy days as vibrant and diverse as you are at The Sheridan at River Forest. We love providing activities, outings, and events that keep you engaged and excited about each day. Seniors looking for a lifestyle that impresses at every turn will feel at home in our welcoming and innovative community.

  • Beauty and Barber Shop
  • Emergency Call System
  • Fitness Equipment
  • Business Center/Internet Lounge
  • Art Center
  • Main Dining Room
  • Private Dining Room
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Cards Room
  • Outdoor Patio Area
  • Spacious Community Rooms with TV’s and DVD’s
  • Mail Room
  • Guest Parking
  • Smoke-Free Environment
  • Pet Friendly
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Rehabilitation Gym
  • Balcony/Terrace
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You should enjoy life to the fullest in every way! At The Sheridan at River Forest, we are committed to creating daily meals that impress and excite through taste, presentation, and atmosphere. Our menus are crafted by culinary professionals that take into account your favorite flavors and nutritional needs to ensure you’ll always find something you’ll love every time you sit down at our tables.

Our dining venues are often the focal point of days in our community. From our elevated dining room to the casual fare in our bistro and bar, we give our residents more choice in how they dine each day. No matter which beautiful space you choose, friends, family, and neighbors often gather to share stories and laughter, which brings more life and light into each day.

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We ensure each day is comfortable and convenient for our residents. Our services are specifically tailored to help you live better, with more time for the people, hobbies, and passions you love.

Convenient Services
We simplify life for our residents with on-site services such as our 24-hour emergency call response, dedicated maintenance personnel, and a beauty and barbershop built into our community. If you want to get out and enjoy all River Forest has to offer, schedule a ride with our accessible transportation or take advantage of our covered parking, making it simple to grab your car and go.

Therapies and Physicians
You don’t have to leave our community to get the care you deserve. We provide spaces for you to receive physical, speech, and occupational therapy from visiting clinicians and medical professionals. Physicians and podiatrists also stop in for wellness checks, helping you to live confidently in our community, without the hassle of offsite appointments.

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Our daily calendar is thoughtfully designed with resident enjoyment in mind. View this month’s calendar below.

Explore Our Neighborhood

Our community has plenty of conveniences you want nearby, including restaurants, shopping, health services, entertainment, and recreation. See what we have to offer!

A Community for All Lifestyle Options

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Assisted Living

Learn about Assisted Living in our community including dining, programming, care, and more.

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Memory Care

Learn how our Memory Care services can help support loved ones and caregivers alike.

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Short Term Care

Learn about Short Term Care and respite services including dining, programming, care and more.

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Upcoming Events

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Testimonials

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A Day in the Life of Assisted Living in The Sheridan at River Forest

A Day in the Life of Assisted Living in The Sheridan at River Forest

Located just a little more than 10 miles from Chicago, River Forest in Illinois is a beautiful village filled with historical landmarks. The Sheridan at River Forest assisted living community in Illinois gives seniors a...

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