Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care, located in North Riverside, Illinois, serves older adults by offering assisted living and memory care within two distinct residences: The Scottish Home and MacLean House. The facility provides a tailored approach to support, accommodating residents in need of various levels of care, including those requiring full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Caledonia Senior Living also supports residents through skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation options. Unique to its heritage, the community incorporates elements reflective of Scottish culture, contributing to a distinctive environment for its residents.

The care and medical support at Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care is designed to address a wide range of health and daily living needs. Services available include diabetes care management and medication management, coordinated by nursing staff or medication aides, as well as incontinence and ambulatory care for those requiring mobility or toileting support. The facility operates as a secured community specifically focused on memory care, providing safety and supervision for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Medical visits and specialist services are offered onsite, including optometry and podiatry, while routine well-being is supported by on-premises fitness programs and a barber/beauty salon. Residents have access to outdoor walking paths and various clubs and community activities, helping foster social connections and engagement. The community accommodates English and Spanish-speaking residents, supporting inclusive communication.

Transportation services at Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care are available to residents at an additional cost. These services are intended to assist with both medical and non-medical needs, such as attending medical appointments, running errands, or participating in offsite activities. Transport arrangements are made through the community, with scheduling and fees explained to residents and families as needed.

Feedback from residents and their families indicates that Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care is valued for its clean and well-kept environment, attractive grounds, and unique historic character. There is consistent appreciation for staff efforts, particularly regarding attentiveness, compassion, safety measures, and family communication during critical times such as the COVID-19 pandemic. The smaller room sizes are noted, with some suggesting that this design encourages use of common areas and participation in group activities. However, reviews also highlight concerns over staffing levels, with reports of high turnover among CNAs, periods of understaffing, and occasional lapses in care routines such as hygiene assistance or meal support. A number of families describe inconsistent engagement and supervision, particularly during times of increased staff shortages, with some incidents of resident injuries and unattended periods reported. Prospective residents and families are advised to carefully assess current staffing and support levels to ensure the community is a suitable match for their needs, especially if advanced healthcare resources or modern amenities are a priority.

Costs at this community start at $2,535 and range up to $8,090. The average price in the community is $5,312, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,092. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.