Silver Glen Senior Living Costs & Pricing
Silver Glen Senior Living offers competitive pricing for its residents compared to the broader market in Kane County and the state of Illinois. For a studio apartment, residents would pay $2,915 per month, which is significantly lower than the county average of $4,991 and the state figure of $4,028. The 1-bedroom option is also attractively priced at $3,425, closely aligning with the county average of $3,512 and slightly below the statewide cost of $3,527. However, for those seeking more space with a 2-bedroom unit, Silver Glen's price of $4,655 exceeds both Kane County's average of $3,926 and Illinois' overall rate of $4,208. Overall, while Silver Glen presents excellent value for studio and 1-bedroom accommodations, potential residents should consider the relative costs when looking at larger spaces.
| Floor plans | Silver Glen Senior Living | Kane County | Illinois |
|---|
| Studio | $2,915 | $4,991 | $4,028 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,425 | $3,512 | $3,527 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,655 | $3,926 | $4,208 |
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Overall Review of Silver Glen Senior Living
common
23 reviews mention this
Staff shows up for residents
Many residents and families describe staff as patient, helpful, and genuinely caring.
Across both independent living and memory care, residents’ families repeatedly mention staff being patient, respectful, and available when called. A number of reviews also point to caregivers and support staff showing personal kindness and communication, especially during assessments, moving days, and ongoing care needs. Even some critical reviews still single out memory care employees as fantastic.
common
10 reviews mention this
Activities and daily social time
Residents describe frequent socialization through planned daily activities.
Reviews commonly mention that the community is active, with scheduled events and daily opportunities to get together. Families describe socialization as a big part of why their loved one enjoyed the move, and several point to specific programs like cooking classes, live performances, and day trips. A smaller set of reviewers contrast that with a period where activities felt lacking or not as varied as expected.
caveat
19 reviews mention this
Dining quality is inconsistent
Dining gets mixed reviews, with frequent complaints about quality and variety.
Some residents and families praise the food as good, fresh, and restaurant-style, including positive comments about portions and taste. Others describe meals as low-quality, repetitive, or not appetizing, and some specifically criticize sodium levels, limited produce, and meals that residents struggle to finish. There are also updates in reviews where food quality shifted over time, reinforcing that dining experience can vary.
caveat
13 reviews mention this
Rent increases and add-on costs
Several reviews raise concerns about price changes, fees, and financial surprises.
Multiple families report rent increases after move-in, sometimes soon after arrival, and describe it as moving-target pricing. Reviewers also mention expensive “additional services,” pharmacy costs, and situations where extra staffing or a private nurse was needed when a room wasn’t available for the next level of care. While many reviews focus on the fairness of promises and billing during transitions, at least some families still describe overall cost value and affordability through coverage like Social Security.
differentiator
10 reviews mention this
Memory care support stands out
Memory care residents’ families often credit the staff’s patience and helpfulness.
Reviews that mention memory care frequently describe staff as patient and supportive, particularly in day-to-day interactions and during transitions into memory care. Several families also describe good responsiveness after assessments and ongoing care coordination, and some specifically call out nurses and RA staff as kind and caring. A few negative reviews center on shortages or room availability when moving into memory care, but even then the concern is often with management logistics rather than the day-to-day caregivers.
caveat
5 reviews mention this
Transportation is limited
Multiple reviews say transportation help isn’t as available as they expected.
Some families report transportation was not dependable or was more limited than they were told during the move-in process. Reviews describe limited scheduling (with days when trips may not be available) and situations where requested rides can’t be fully accommodated due to driver shortages. A few reviewers also mention being directed toward paid alternatives when transportation support falls short.
How we summarize
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21 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Chicago O'Hare International (22 miles away)
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Art classes
Catholic services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Stretching classes
Tranquil setting with convenient access to healthcare and nearby amenities.
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