About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2026 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2026 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2026 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Awards
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review
(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Blakeley, NY

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

The cost of independent living in Blakeley is about $3,131 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 227 options. Read 1326 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Buffalo, Amherst and East Aurora.

Blakeley Independent Living Facilities | 1326 Reviews

Showing 175 communities
Last Updated: 5/29/26
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Eastwood Manor
1.0
Review score
1 review
1.0
Review score
1 review
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of Bishop Gibbons Apartments
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.
Photo of Black Creek Retirement Parks
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Marigold Apartments has proudly served area independent adults aged 62+, who meet HUD’s income requirements, since 2002. Our most important relationship is with our tenants. Our tenants satisfaction is the driving force behind every decision we make.Marigold Apartments is located on the north...
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.
Photo of Sawyer Gardens
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.
Photo of Wheatfield Towers
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.
Photo of Mount View Assisted Living
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Mount View Assisted Living is a 150 bed assisted living community located on a park-like campus in the Town of Lockport. Our beautifully landscaped grounds feature a large patio with a gazebo, pergola, flower & vegetable gardens and a walking path through the tall pines. Smoking is permitted...
Photo of Urban Park Towers
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you love living in a community with an historic presence, you will love residing with Urban Park Towers located Lockport, Niagara County, New York. Lockport is an historic canal town, just minutes from beautiful and scenic Niagara Falls, New York, the honeymoon capital of the Northeast....
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Willoughby Manor Retirement Residence
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I appreciate all the love and care my mom receives from all the workers at Willoughby. It’s nice to know my mom is happy and safe. The staff is always kind, personal and welcoming. We are very thankful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Photo of Anthony Spallino Towers
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of Niagara Tower
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.
Photo of Colt Block Apartments
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.
Photo of Seaway Park
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.
See details
Photo of The Willows
88 Photos available
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.
Built in 1988 by Barbara Waters, The Willows was established as a 22 bed adult home for people that needed minimal assistance and who wanted to live life to the fullest. Residents can relax and enjoy without the worry of medication management, cooking, housework or entertainment/socialization. ...
See details
Photo of St Columban's On the Lake
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Photo of Humberstone Manor
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
See details
Photo of Wellness Suites Condominiums
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of River Road Retirement Residence
5 star
43%
4 star
43%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My mother has been living at River Road Retirement residence for a year and a half and it's been wonderful. The staff are friendly and caring and the young ladies who have the most contact with the residents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
River Road Retirement Residence is an assisted living community located in beautiful Niagara Falls, ON. Our warm, welcoming community overlooks the stunning Niagara River Gorge, next to paved walking trails and lush, flower-filled parks. Niagara Falls is a compact, friendly city with modern...
Photo of Lakeside Terrace
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
See details
Photo of Golden Years Living Niagara
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.
Photo of Residence on Lundys
66 Photos available
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.
Residence on Lundys strives to enhance quality of life through active participation of its residents and community. We belive that quality of life is met when residents are recognized as individuals with dignity, worth, and given a sense of belonging.
Photo of Beatrice Manor
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.
See details

Cost of independent living in Blakeley, NY

The average cost of senior living in Blakeley is $3,131 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Creek, NY with an average of $2,457 per month.

Independent living costs in Blakeley, NY, vs. nearby cities

Blakeley, NY
$3,131/mo
$2,996/mo

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

Blakeley, NY
$3,131/mo
U.S. national average
$4,235/mo

Independent living costs in Blakeley, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,418/mo
Independent Living
$3,131/mo

Independent living costs in Blakeley, NY, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,171/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,321/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,051/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,424/mo

Senior living costs in Blakeley 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: Blakeley, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlakeley, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,131/mo$4,770/mo$4,235/mo
Assisted Living$4,416/mo$5,973/mo$4,777/mo
Memory Care$4,418/mo$6,069/mo$5,044/mo
Independent Living
Blakeley, NY:$3,131/mo
New York:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,235/mo
Assisted Living
Blakeley, NY:$4,416/mo
New York:$5,973/mo
U.S.:$4,777/mo
Memory Care
Blakeley, NY:$4,418/mo
New York:$6,069/mo
U.S.:$5,044/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Independent living costs in Blakeley, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Blakeley 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.

Blakeley, NYNY stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Blakeley, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Blakeley 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
Blakeley, NY$3,714/mo$3,501/mo+6.1%
New York$3,701/mo$3,608/mo+2.6%
National$3,216/mo$3,105/mo+3.6%
Blakeley, NY
2024 average cost:$3,714/mo
2023 average cost:$3,501/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,701/mo
2023 average cost:$3,608/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,216/mo
2023 average cost:$3,105/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Blakeley

Recent reviews for independent living in Blakeley

River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON

5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.

Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY

3.6
Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals are decent for my loved one. Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
Read more

Bristolwood Senior Living Community in Buffalo, NY

5.0
Have been here a little over a week now and am quite happy wIth everything! People are friendly and Bristol is quick to respond to any calls that you present. The food is quite good! Overall I am enjoying living here .

Blakeley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blakeley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blakeley, 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 Blakeley 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 Blakeley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blakeley, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.7%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
17.1%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.7%
11.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Blakeley 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 Blakeley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blakeley, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.7%
37.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.9%
44.4%
Room service
Room service
11.4%
37.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
17.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Blakeley 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 Blakeley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blakeley, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.7%
29.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.6%
33.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.1%
49.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
54.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.9%
44%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.9%
39.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.6%
42.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.1%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
27.4%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
10.9%
33.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
47.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top