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The cost of independent living in Big Creek is about $3,579 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 80 options. Read 399 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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This is a nice community. The staff is excellent and very caring for the needs that need to be taken care of . The food appears to be good. We are happy that they do have activities for others who want to...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
There's something for everyone at Woodcrest Commons, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located just around the corner from shopping,...
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The place is very nice. I haven't gotten into any activities, they don't have a Euchre and I play Euchre. They have a variety of food, so most of the time I can find something to eat that I like. They come...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Rivers Run is a Senior Living & Lifelong Learning Adult Community that offers a unique opportunity for it's community members. Rivers Run offers Cottages for sale and Independent Living Apartments for lease situated on a 38 sustainable campus. We have an Enriched Housing License that...
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From the moment we first walked in the door, we were warmly greeted by staff and residents alike. The place instantly felt like home, it is the right size where it felt like a home rather than an...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Discover the “Crown Jewel of the Erie Canal” at Solstice Senior Living at Fairport. Nestled in The Finger Lakes, one of the world’s top vacation destinations, our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the...
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The staff in the head office was wonderful, even though they have nursing staff you need to keep an eye on things and make sure your visiting and double-check with the staff and make sure everything is ok....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Eden Heights of Olean offers a residential opportunity for seniors to focus on independence, friendship and fulfillment. At Eden Heights of Olean, our residents horizons grow, not constrict. They are enabled , not hindered .Residence at Eden Heights of Olean means having assistance so that day to...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Tired of mowing the lawn, shoveling snow, or making costly repairs to your home…If you are, come check out Morgan Estates Senior Apartments in Geneseo, NY. Morgan Estates is a senior living community with 64 apartment units for seniors 55 years old and up. Each apartment unit has two bedrooms,...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ferris Hills at West Lake is nestled on 57 acres overlooking beautiful Canandaigua Lake. A healthy outlook begins with an open, airy décor that incorporates hand painted wall murals of local scenes, framed artwork, aesthetic furnishings and decorative accessories throughout. Wellness programs...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Cost of independent living in Big Creek, NY

The average cost of senior living in Big Creek is $3,579 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Groveland Station, NY with an average of $2,462 per month.

Independent living costs in Big Creek, NY, vs. nearby cities

Big Creek, NY
$3,579/mo
$3,674/mo
$3,649/mo

Independent living costs in Big Creek, NY, vs. state and national averages

Big Creek, NY
$3,579/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Big Creek, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,463/mo
Independent Living
$3,579/mo

Independent living costs in Big Creek, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,866/mo
Studio
$3,741/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,697/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,310/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,657/mo

Senior living costs in Big Creek vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Big Creek, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Creek, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,579/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,463/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,463/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Big Creek, NY:$3,579/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Big Creek, NY:$4,463/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Big Creek, NY:$4,463/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Big Creek, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Creek and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Big Creek, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Big Creek have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Big Creek, NY$3,187/mo$2,794/mo+14.1%
New York$3,729/mo$3,606/mo+3.4%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Big Creek, NY
2024 average cost:$3,187/mo
2023 average cost:$2,794/mo
Percent change:+14.1%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,729/mo
2023 average cost:$3,606/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Big Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Big Creek

Solstice at Fairport

4.8
The staff are very friendly. The grounds look amazing. They are very family friendly - we have a large family and we love to go for dinner with mom and they have the space for our visits.

Ashton Place Senior Living in Clifton Springs, NY

4.5
We like living at Ashton Place. Some of our friends already lived here and that helped us with the decision to choose this community. We enjoy the evening meal and they offer a variety of choices. The food is one of the best aspects of the community. They offer six to seven daily activities ...
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Pinehurst, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities in Honeoye Falls, NY

4.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Pinehurst, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities and her stay was a good one. I can't say enough nice things about this facility. My loved one really liked it there and I did, too. Based on the experience, I would recommend Pinehurst to others as an option ...
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Big Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Creek, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Creek independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Creek independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Creek independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Big Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
17.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.9%
46.4%
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