There are 143 Independent Living communities in the New York City, NY area, with 2 in New York City.
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10 Jackson Drive, Cranford, NJ 07016
4.2
(54 reviews)
"Atria Cranford was very nice. It was very clean. It sounded like they had a lot of activities. They gave me a weekly page with all the stuff that they do. They go on group trips, they go on Walmart tours, they go everywhere. They have day trips to ni..."
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1017 Saw Mill River Road, Ardsley, NY 10502
4.1
(27 reviews)
"From the first visit to Atria Woodlands, we knew that it would be a great place for my mom. Christine made us feel welcome when she met with us. She gave us a guided tour of the facility and took the time to answer all of our questions. The Atria is ..."
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108-25 Horace Harding Exwy, Forest Hills, NY 11368
4.1
(28 reviews)
"I really enjoyed Castle's tour, it was very nice to see the facility and meet staff. The rooms look very nice and brand new. I also really enjoyed seeing how happy and calm the residents in memory care looked...."
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3505 Bergen Turnpike, North Bergen, NJ 07047
4.1
(6 reviews)
"Rooms are spacious and clean Staff is professional and friendly Bingo and other social activities Diverse community..."
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1015 Amboy Ave., Edison, NJ 08837
4.1
(42 reviews)
"I toured the Heritage of Clara Barton. I toured the facility, the dining area, and the community room where they have different events that they hold. They had a little movie theater, which was a nice surprise. I viewed some of the rooms, which were ..."
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180 Union Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801
4.1
(7 reviews)
"My brother and I saw Garito Manor two years ago. I liked it, and I wanted him to move there. It was independent, and I was looking for a little assistance, too, because I wanted to get some help for him. He's diabetic, and I was concerned about his d..."
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2550 Webb Ave, Bronx, NY 10468
4.0
(19 reviews)
"I toured Kittay Senior Apartments. It was nice. The people were nice, they had a kitchen, and it's a good community. It's good that it's close to my family who can support and help me. The staff was good. I saw their dining room. The facility was nic..."
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333 West 86th Street, New York, NY 10024
4.0
(41 reviews)
"We had a very nice tour at Atria West 86. We were given a tour by a woman named Kim. She was extremely friendly and personable. The atmosphere of the building was extremely lively and friendly. It felt like a community; it did not feel in any way lik..."
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3718-3726 Henry Hudson Parkway, Riverdale, NY 10463
4.0
(63 reviews)
"We toured Atria Riverdale. I liked everything. The day when we first came in, they were already waiting for us. They took us into his room until Erica came to us in less than three minutes. We were able to get any kind of refreshments or coffee chip ..."
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55 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The person I visited at The Knolls really likes the place. It has a very big Olympic-sized swimming pool, and she is a swimmer, so she really loves that. She can drive her car and everything, so she is kind of on her own, and she likes that of course..."
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25 Scarborough Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
4.0
(9 reviews)
"The Club at Briarcliff Manor is a fabulous place. It offered many activities. The food was wonderful. The place was clean and lovely, beautifully decorated, the grounds were lovely. Everything was lovely. The difference with them is that if you are i..."
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39 S Willow St, Montclair, NJ 07042
4.0
(3 reviews)
"I toured The Willows Home. It's lovely. I talked to a couple of residents, and they're very happy there. The nurse said that they have three meals a day, entertainment, and a beautiful common room. The bedrooms were very nice. The entire place is cle..."
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801 Narrows Road North, Staten Island, NY 10304
3.9
(19 reviews)
"I'm in at Sunrise of Staten Island. The people are very kind and very concerned. The building itself is beautiful and very nicely located. It's very close to the major thoroughfares. It's easy to go from New Jersey or Long Island to get here. The fac..."
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4 Tenakill Park Drive, East, Cresskill, NJ 07626
3.9
(18 reviews)
"We liked that Sunrise of Cresskill had independent living next door to the memory care. The place was warm and friendly. I saw a courtyard/outside area and a small gym. The memory care facility was very clean. As places become available, they upgrade..."
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631 Foster Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11230
3.7
(27 reviews)
"Signature Senior Living was a very nice place. The rooms in the memory care were private. They're very roomy, spacious, clean, and airy with windows in them. They have a lot of activities and they have a beauty salon. They also have dinners and trips..."
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110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645
"Welcome to Thrive at Montvale. Located just off the Garden State Parkway and nearby the serene Lake Tappan. From the second your foot cross..."
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15 Maple Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605
"COME HOME TO WATERSTONE. Life at Waterstone of Westchester takes the idea of home to an entirely new level. In this premier independent liv..."
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1844 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128
"Carnegie East House provides enriched housing for an active community of older adults. We provide the freedom of independent living while de..."
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200 Crape Myrtle Dr, Holmdel, NJ 07733
"Welcome to Holmdel Village! Featuring a desirable Holmdel location convenient to Garden State Parkway, Route 35 and Bayshore Hospital, and c..."
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305 West End Avenue, New York, NY 10023
5.0
(1 reviews)
"305 West End Assisted Living is an urban setting. It's assisted living. It's basically for people who need the extra care for assisted living. It's a big apartment building in New York; it is right on the river. It has two full floors for memory care..."
READ MOREThere are many other resources and activities for seniors in New York City. Use the table below to learn about the options available for older adults in the area.
| Resource | Phone number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP) | (518) 449-7080 | EISEP provides in-home caregiver support for New York City seniors, as well as several ancillary benefits. Benefits covered by the program include respite care and help obtaining food and personal items for seniors aged 60 and over. Costs are shared on a sliding scale, and they can range from no-cost to full-cost, depending on income. |
| Social Model Adult Day Services Program | (518) 694-5366 | The Social Adult Day Services Program provides safe, structured social environments where seniors with functional impairments can socialize. Structured programs include classes and hands-on activities to keep seniors engaged and alert. |
| Bill Payer Program | (212) 602-4195 | New York's Bill Payer Program helps senior couples aged 60 and over remain independent in their own homes. The program provides volunteer assistance in the home once or twice a month to help organize and pay regular household bills. They also offer assistance with check writing and help seniors manage bank statements. |
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:
For a more detailed look at common amenities, check out our guide to independent living communities.
What Couples Should Know About Independent Living in New York City, NY
New York is the largest city in the United States, and for hundreds of years it has been a thriving commercial center and world class cultural capital. Seniors are almost 14% of the city’s 8.4 million citizens. Senior couples who are looking to downsize or to move into the urban bustle together can enjoy long strolls through Central Park, take in a Broadway show or dine in one of the city’s 76 Michelin-starred restaurants spread throughout the five boroughs. Summers are famously mild and pleasant in New York, when daily highs average 78 degrees. Seniors 60 and over in New York can get to necessary medical and personal appointments at no cost through the city’s Department for the Aging free transportation services.
Paying for Independent Living in New York City, NY
New York City seniors pay an average monthly cost of $7,695 for independent living. This is significantly higher than the national average cost of $2,550, and even of nearby communities such as Forest Hills, where monthly costs average $4,449.
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.
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