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The cost of independent living in Colchester is about $3,300 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 45 options. Read 289 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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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.
Welcome Home!Mallard Meadows offers a full array of services for those who demand comfort with their "good taste". A fine home is a source of happiness..."and one can't help but to be..." satisfied with the safety, peace of mind, and warm nuances of comfort waiting around every corner. Our team...
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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.
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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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.
We are a non-profit Home for Adults licensed by NY Department of Health serving Chenango County since 1896. This lovely home–like facility offers independence and security for older adults. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood close to downtown Norwich, the Home provides its residents a...
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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.
Grace View Manor is 40 unit apartment community that is dedicated to service Senior Citizens 62 years of age and older, and persons with mobility impairments. Grace View Manor is an independent living community and has proudly served the community since 1985. Located at 80 Calvary Drive, Grace...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: 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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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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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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Everything here has been wonderful! The staff are fabulous, the food is delicious, and they've got social activities going on all the time! The facility itself is a very nice looking older building, and it...
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Everything is going well for me. The staff are very helpful and give me no problems. The meals have been good. Once it was not good and I told them and I was given a roast beef sandwich for a substitution....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley near the Wallkill River and the Shawangunk Mountains, lies the Eliot at Erie Station assisted living community in beautiful Middletown, New York. Just a stone's throw away from the hustle and bustle of New York City, simply take a train, bus, or even the...
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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: 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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Colchester, NY

The average cost of senior living in Colchester is $3,300 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cooperstown, NY with an average of $2,525 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Colchester, NY vs. nearby cities

Colchester, NY
$3,300/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Colchester, NY vs. the state and national average

Colchester, NY
$3,300/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Colchester vs. other types of senior living

$3,600/mo
Independent Living
$3,300/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Colchester, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,501/mo
Studio
$5,005/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,777/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,298/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Colchester over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Colchester

Recent reviews for independent living in Colchester

Chenango Valley Home in Norwich, NY

4.0
Staff friendly and professional, would recommend to other's.

Mountain Valley Manor in Kingston, NY

4.2
The owners aren't very friendly. I believe they are short staffed. I asked how much it would cost for more assistance for my loved one due to a medical condition. There are times where my loved one will have bed sores due to wet conditions. The community didn't even do a virtual visit for a ...
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The Promenade at Middletown

5.0
Not so crazy about the neighborhood but garden/outdoor area in the center of facility. No need to go outside the building except there! Staff were fabulous.

Colchester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Colchester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Colchester, 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 Colchester 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 Colchester 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
17.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
22.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Colchester 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 Colchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Colchester 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 Colchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.5%
45.7%
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Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead, Twin Cedar Senior Living and The Carlucci Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Colchester, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 45 independent living facilities near Colchester, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Colchester, New York are Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead and Twin Cedar Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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