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The 10 Best Independent Living Communities in Riverside, CA for 2024

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What to Expect in an Independent Living Community

Many seniors love how independent living communities reduce unwanted stress, hazards, and fatigue in their lives. Independent living communities take care of housekeeping, yard work and meals while still allowing residents personal space and the dignity of making their own choices. These communities usually provide seniors with an apartment that has a small kitchen, bathroom, living room, and one or more bedrooms. Those who want a small space may even find that some independent living communities offer studio-style apartments. Seniors can invite guests over and enjoy their rooms however they see fit.

Independent living communities often also include the following:

  • Numerous opportunities for socializing and exploring new activities
  • Easy access to public or community-provided transportation 
  • Meal plans for community dining as well as kitchens for seniors who like preparing their own meals
  • The ability to keep small- and medium-size pets such as dogs and cats
  • Housekeeping, laundry and groundskeeping services 
  • 24-hour staff on-site who can be contacted if a problem arises

For a more detailed look at common amenities, check out our guide to independent living communities.

What Couples Should Know About Independent Living in Riverside, CA

Weather that makes Riverside the home of the naval orange industry is only one of the things that makes independent living here a pleasant experience. Seniors can enjoy tasting oranges, lemons, limes and grapefruit on a tour of the California Citrus State Historic Park, or enjoy the manicured orange trees that line downtown streets. For those who love gardens, the University of California Riverside’s 39-acre Botanic Gardens has rose, herb and cactus gardens, as well as numerous flowers, grasses and shrubs.

The art scene is vibrant in Riverside, where theater-goers can take in film screenings at the Culver Centre of the Arts, enjoy comedic sketches, musical performances and dance productions at the Fox Performing Arts Center, or just relax at a drive-in movie at the Van Buren Drive-In Theater. A couple of unique outings include a stroll along the ever-growing and colorful trail of murals that lead to the Graffiti Waterfall, or dressing-up in old-Brit style to attend the yearly Dickens Festival. Getting around Riverside is easy for seniors with lots of transportation options. 

Paying for Independent Living in Riverside, CA

Independent living in Riverside costs an average of $1,871 per month, which is less than both the California average of $3,300 and the national average of $2684. Saving money in a beautiful city is appealing to many seniors. 

The annual cost of living in an independent living community can range anywhere from $12,000-$42,000, depending mostly on the amenities, room type and cost of living in the area. In addition to using personal retirement income, annuities, long-term care insurance, or cashing out an existing life insurance policy, some seniors can use Social Security funds, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments granted due to disability or low-income or HUD-provided housing assistance such as vouchers. Another route many seniors choose to fund their independent living stay is renting out or selling their homes that they won’t need once they move or taking advantage of a reverse mortgage

Our guide provides a more in-depth look at independent living costs and solutions for those who want to learn more. 

How to Choose an Independent Living Community

When choosing an independent living community, it’s best to consider many factors, including the community’s proximity to loved ones and medical care, the state of repair that the facility appears to be in, the attitude and efficiency of the staff, the cost of both rent and services, the facility’s pet policy and more. 

Comparing multiple communities can help seniors and their families figure out what they value most in an independent living community. During tours of these communities, staff members should be available to answer questions. To help with the touring and comparison process, we’ve included a checklist full of pertinent questions that anyone can download and print for themselves.

Transitioning to Independent Living

Independent living communities, rather than memory care or nursing homes, are often the first place seniors move to when they realize they need a lifestyle change. The necessity of letting some possessions go and the reality of leaving a home and neighborhood after possibly decades of residence there can make transitioning to an independent living community difficult. These communities are often friendly places, but being in a new environment still initially triggers feelings of loneliness in many seniors. 

Having a strategy for dealing with the challenges of moving can make the transition to an independent living community a positive experience. We’ve created a downloadable step-by-step guide for tips to making this transition as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

Independent Living Resources in Riverside, CA

There are many other resources and activities for seniors in Riverside. Use the table below to learn about the options available for older adults in the area.

ResourcePhone numberDescription
Riverside County Office on Aging Retired and Senior Volunteer Program(760) 771-0501For seniors wanting to give back to their community, the Riverside County Office on Aging has a Volunteer Coordinator who will work with seniors to explore volunteer opportunities in the community. Some training and support services for volunteers are available through this organization.
Janet Goeske Foundation and Senior Center(951) 351-8800 The Janet Goeske Foundation and Senior Center provides over 200 programs, classes and support groups for seniors in Riverside. Programs include exercise, dance and crafts, as well as specialized learning activities such as cooking demos and Italian classes  All programs are free or low cost. There are also volunteer opportunities at the center as well as a Senior Advisor who can provide assistance with issues facing seniors. 
City of Riverside Special Transportation for Seniors and Disabled(951) 687-8080This service provides seniors with rides to the mall, doctor’s appointments, group events, seniors centers or just to visit friends from anywhere in the city to some nearby communities.
TCommunity Connect(951) 686-4402Community Connect offers a variety of programs of interest to seniors, as well as volunteer opportunities. Community Connect 2-1-1 allows callers to receive up-to-date health care referrals and information on health resources. The Shared Housing Program helps home seekers to find a home compatible with their needs.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Independent Living

Mary Jeanne

I visited this facility

Review of Citrus Place

Citrus Place was nice and clean. It seemed to have a lot of activities. The rooms were nice and clean. The people were nice. The lunch didn't look very appetizing. I had a sandwich and it was just...

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Independent Living

Mary Jeanne

I visited this facility

Review of Victoria Springs Apartments

When I toured Victoria Springs Apartments, they were full, so I didn't get to see an actual apartment, but the floorplan looked very good. The grounds were beautiful, and they had good facilities....

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Independent Living

Mary Jeanne

I visited this facility

Review of Creekside Senior Apartments

Creekside Senior Apartments was in the middle of renovation, so it's kind of an old community. They had duplexes. I went into one of the renovated units, and it was very small. I didn't think it...

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