The Sheridan at River Forest
Assisted Living & Memory Care · River Forest, IL
The Sheridan at River Forest
Assisted Living & Memory Care · River Forest, IL
Burrowed in River Forest, IL, The Sheridan at River Forest is a vibrant senior living community that offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short Term Care, making it an ideal place for seniors seeking a fulfilling lifestyle. The community features an array of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, offering a comfortable residence. Residents can enjoy the charming local area and have access to tailored care that meets their individual needs, allowing them to embrace life with friends and exciting opportunities.
The community is designed for comfort and convenience, featuring a beauty and barber shop, fitness equipment, and an art center. Seniors can also enjoy planned social activities, a rehabilitation gym, and outdoor patio areas. With 24-hour emergency call response, dedicated maintenance, and accessible transportation, The Sheridan at River Forest ensures a hassle-free, engaging, and supportive environment for all residents.
125-bed community Rank #71 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 418 homes we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 85 / 100 Rank #73 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 634 homes we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 16, 2025
ExpirationDecember 15, 2026
CountyCook
License Number5107906
The Sheridan at River Forest is legally operated by SRF Opco TRS, LLC.
Permanent Units
92 units
Alzheimer's Units
33 units
Total beds
125 units
Inspection History
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
0 deficiencies
1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 9 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0 vs. IL avg 9).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 1 | 5 | This facility has had 80% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (1 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from River Forest's city center to The Sheridan at River Forest's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| The Sheridan at River Forest | AL MC | River Forest | 125
Facility
125
IL AVG
85
Rank
#71 / 418 | Yes |
85
Facility
85
IL AVG
52
Rank
#73 / 634 | - | - | Srf Opco Trs, LLC | 1 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#1 / 276 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
3
Rank
#242 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Smith Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Chicago (South Side) | 82
Facility
82
IL AVG
85
Rank
#166 / 418 | Yes |
71
Facility
71
IL AVG
52
Rank
#148 / 634 | 17
Facility
17
IL AVG
16
Rank
#84 / 189 | A+ | The Washington And Jane Smith Community-Beverly | 10 | 25
Facility
25
IL AVG
7
Rank
#249 / 276 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#203 / 276 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 315 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community | AL IL NH RC SNF | Chicago (Uptown) | 72
Facility
72
IL AVG
85
Rank
#204 / 418 | No |
92
Facility
92
IL AVG
52
Rank
#28 / 634 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
16
Rank
#77 / 189 | A+ | The Selfhelp Home, Inc | 4 | 25
Facility
25
IL AVG
7
Rank
#249 / 276 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#272 / 276 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 315 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Sunrise of Lincoln Park | AL HOS MC | Chicago (Lincoln Park) | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
85
Rank
#248 / 418 | Yes |
97
Facility
97
IL AVG
52
Rank
#9 / 634 | 45
Facility
45
IL AVG
16
Rank
#10 / 189 | A- | Szr Lincoln Park Opco Lc | 3 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 276 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#156 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite |
| Mercy Circle Senior Living | AL IL MC NH SNF | Chicago (Mount Greenwood) | 43
Facility
43
IL AVG
85
Rank
#329 / 418 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
IL AVG
52
Rank
#392 / 634 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
16
Rank
#126 / 189 | - | Mercy Circle | 2 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 315 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Sheridan at River Forest
Who is the owner of The Sheridan at River Forest?
The Sheridan at River Forest is legally operated by SRF Opco TRS, LLC.
Is The Sheridan at River Forest in a walkable area?
The Sheridan at River Forest has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Sheridan at River Forest?
According to IL state health department records, The Sheridan at River Forest's license number is 5107906.
When does The Sheridan at River Forest's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, The Sheridan at River Forest's license expires on December 15, 2026.
Are pets allowed at The Sheridan at River Forest?
Yes, The Sheridan at River Forest allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does The Sheridan at River Forest have?
The Sheridan at River Forest has 125 beds.
Has The Sheridan at River Forest had any deficiencies?
The Sheridan at River Forest has no reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
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