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River Glen of St. Charles

975 N 5th Ave

4.3(76 ratings)· St. Charles average: 4.5

Part of Senior Lifestyle · 75 communities · 4.3★ average

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
78 residents

California CDSS

Memory care setup
Secured memory care neighborhood on-site
Short-term stays
Respite care available for temporary stays
Therapy services
On-site PT/OT therapy through outside provider

What Families Think

Reviewers overwhelmingly praise River Glen for its warm, attentive staff and strong sense of community, with many singling out long-tenured caregivers, nurses, and directors by name. However, a wave of more recent reviews describes serious concerns following a change in ownership, including steep rent increases and complaints about how residents were treated during the transition.

The Good

  • Caring, friendly staff frequently praised by name
  • Long staff tenure and low turnover noted by reviewers
  • On-site therapy team praised as better than nearby rehab facilities
  • Secured memory care area for residents with dementia
  • Respite/short-term stays available for trial periods
  • Regular family communication, including weekly updates

The Bad

  • Multiple reviewers report steep rent increases after ownership changed to Jaybird Senior Living
  • Several reviewers describe residents being displaced or treated poorly after the ownership change
  • One report of repeated unanswered calls when requesting a nurse for a medical concern
  • No published pricing, and reviewers describe costs as high (over $6,000/month)

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

River Glen of St. Charles is a senior living community in St. Charles, Illinois offering Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Professional Chef, Restaurant style Dining Room and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 76 reviews.

About River Glen of St. Charles

River Glen of St. Charles is a senior living community in St. Charles, Illinois, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Care. The community emphasizes personalized support and maintenance-free living, with all levels of care focused on resident convenience and individual preference.

The community provides comprehensive daily services including full-service dining with mealtime assistance available, housekeeping, laundry, utilities, outdoor and interior maintenance, and safety features. Dining is designed to be a joyous experience, with healthy and nutritious meals prepared on-site by full-time chefs. Transportation services help residents schedule and attend medical appointments.

Embrace Memory Care is the community's specialized program for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, offering personalized care plans and daily programming focused on activities of daily living such as bathing, personal care, and dressing. Programming across all levels of care emphasizes curiosity, connection, and choice, inviting residents to pursue interests and fill each day with meaning.

The community is conveniently located within 5 miles of several medical facilities, including Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital and Advocate Medical Group Outpatient Center. Its location in a family-friendly suburb west of Chicago provides easy access to St. Charles dining, shopping, and healthcare services.

Types of Care at River Glen of St. Charles

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Salon / Barber
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of River Glen of St. Charles

4.3overall · 76 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (76)

Shannon J

Aug 2026

via Google

Extremely sweet staff. From what I understand they’re under new .<br>Management . Every elderly person should be treated with respect they have good food.<br>Every time I’m there, I see the staff interacting with the family and residence. They actually take the time to get to know you. extremely clean facility and grounds.

Carla Swinke

Apr 2026

via Google

360 Painting is proud to have been chosen to help beautify River Glen for its residents and staff! Both of which put a smile on our crew's faces daily while they were there. It has been a pleasure to work with Kelly and Mark. We look forward to continue to working at River Glen and with them! Thank you!

Liz Goss

Oct 2025

via Google

This is a lovely place to live! Very cozy and comfortable. Set in a quiet residential area surrounded by beautiful mature trees. The staff are kind and friendly, and the activities provided foster camaraderie and fun for the residents. Every New Year's Eve (A 20 year tradition) they put on a fancy Steak & Lobster dinner with 1st rate live entertainment! Entertainment is also provided during the year as well.

Al Patten

Sep 2025

via Google

As a resident for over 20 years, I am grateful for River Glen. My greatest appreciation is for the quality of residents in the townhomes. Most of whom I called my friends. We have a nice selection of activities from Bridge to gardening to going to see plays and musicals. The facilities are well cared for. I appreciate the location being on a major bike path as well as 2 parks close by. One park has activities for seniors. The staff is currently very caring and responsive to residents needs.

Olivia Tekampe

Aug 2025

via Google

This is one of the most beautiful, warm and well-kept facilities I’ve ever came across. The executive director, Kelly Raske, is extremely considerate and informative to families, and the residents seem very happy!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does River Glen of St. Charles offer?

River Glen of St. Charles offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.

Where is River Glen of St. Charles located?

River Glen of St. Charles is located at 975 N 5th Ave in St. Charles, Illinois.

What do families say about River Glen of St. Charles?

Reviewers overwhelmingly praise River Glen for its warm, attentive staff and strong sense of community, with many singling out long-tenured caregivers, nurses, and directors by name. However, a wave of more recent reviews describes serious concerns following a change in ownership, including steep rent increases and complaints about how residents were treated during the transition.

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