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Photo of Brookdale West Hartford
1212 Photos available
8.9
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62 reviews
8.9
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62 reviews
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Good: They have a lot of activities and keep my aunt involved - even if she isn't sure about it. They make sure she isn't sitting in her room all day. The place is very clean. And the food is good. Improve:...
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.
Live The Life You WantNo one deserves to spend their golden years worrying about being alone in the event of an emergency or caring the heavy burden of family care alone. That’s why our assisted living and memory care community is here to provide personalized care plans, spacious and comfortable...
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Photo of The Village at East Farms
2121 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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45 reviews
8.9
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45 reviews
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The place is gorgeous. My 95 yr old mother in law had a stroke and went from hospital to short term rehab. We were looking for a place for her and your organization suggested the village. We talked several...
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.
The Village at East Farms is a cozy country estate situated on a picturesque, 34-acre wooded hilltop. An authentic covered bridge, lavish gardens, and rolling panoramas provide the staging for a nine-hole putting green. At East Farms you will find private walking paths and gazebos that grace...
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Photo of The Village at Kensington Place
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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50 reviews
8.8
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50 reviews
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Nice place. Dad is happy. Transportation to doctor appointments is great. They fix things when broken. Management is on top of things. I would definitely recommend.
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.
The Village at Kensington Place is an elegant country estate nestled among the scenic Hanging Hills of Meriden, CT. Our beautifully manicured campus surrounded by woodlands provides comfortable outdoor sitting areas and the setting for fitness, arts, and leisure activities. A terrace off the main...
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Photo of Maplewood at Orange
1818 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.8
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54 reviews
8.8
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I thought Maplewood at Orange was very attractive, in fact it felt cozy and welcoming. The foyer/common LR was lovely with a fireplace too. The dining room was inviting, staff we encountered were pleasant...
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.
Maplewood at Orange has carefully blended a comfortable yet elegant decor, an enthusiastic staff, engaging social enrichment and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients to create a unqiely special memory care and assisted living community. Just in the heart of the shopping and...
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Photo of The Chelsea at Greenburgh
1616 Photos available
4747 Floor plans available
8.8
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21 reviews
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This is specifically for the memory care unit. The staff are very friendly and helpful, but you definitely need to follow up on questions and requests. They are proactive about notifying me when my father...
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.
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Photo of Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
1515 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.8
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57 reviews
8.8
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All the staff there were wonderful. From the top to the bottom. They were as concerned about my brother's care as I was. They were on top of his needs and how to handle them. Everyone went out of their way...
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.
Maplewood at Strawberry Hill is the sparkling new assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in a friendly neighborhood close to the Norwalk-Westport line, just minutes to major highways and trains. We are part of an innovative, locally based company and not part of a large...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Orange
44 Photos available
8.7
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7 reviews
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The staff everyone is very understanding and helpful it's a wonderful place I'm very happy that my mom is there she seems happy there
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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 The Chelsea at New City
1313 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.7
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18 reviews
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Lots of activities. Exercise classes, craft classes, group discussions, monthly staff-resident meetings. Staff who listen to residents concerns. Excellent chef
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.
Now Open! Atria New City, in Clarkstown, is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. Conveniently located in a residential neighborhood near Main Street, the community will offer what you are looking for in...
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Photo of The Village at Mariners Point
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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32 reviews
8.7
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I find the staff very friendly and welcoming. Although the resident I am related to doesn't take enough advantage of the activities offered, I think the activities are very well chosen and planned. The...
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.
Majestic ocean views from a breathtaking seaside hilltop greet residents daily at The Village at Mariner's Point. Lavish gardens provide a setting for leisure, art, and fitness activities. Private walking paths and gazebos grace beautifully manicured gardens, while the 68-seat movie theater,...
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Photo of The Club at Briarcliff Manor
2222 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.6
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25 reviews
8.6
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25 reviews
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I am not sure how to answer value for cost as we are in independent living & there is no medical care etc. As for value etc. I can't compare it to any other facility as this is the only one I have lived...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Unsurpassed luxury meets modern living in a community that is reimagining care. Experience the pinnacle of sophistication and service at The Club at Briarcliff Manor, New York’s premier senior living community. Enjoy life in an upscale setting with top-tier service and amenities from a...
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Photo of Avery Heights
1515 Photos available
8.6
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24 reviews
8.6
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24 reviews
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Staff is warm, very helpful, and competent. The activities are wonderful. My father has come into his own there. He is encouraged to participate and feel a part of the community. The facilities are amazing....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
For over 60 years, Avery Heights has earned a solid reputation for providing seniors with seamless care, convenient living, and extraordinary value. As a rental-only community, you won’t have to deal with the burden of paying entrance fees or negotiating complex contracts—yet you’ll still have...
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Photo of Villa St. Francis
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8.6
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7 reviews
8.6
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The facility is clean and well run and my mother is very happy. The administrator at Villa St. Francis , [name removed], went above and beyond for us during the process.
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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Photo of Shady Oaks Assisted Living
1111 Photos available
8.6
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11 reviews
8.6
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Staff and management are kind, professional and compassionate. They anticipate the residents' needs and address them quickly. The facility is clean and up to date. Recreation department provides games,...
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.
Shady Oaks provides strong nursing in a cozy and loyal home. Bristol Press readers voted us Best of Bristol in 2025, '24, '23, '22, '21, & '20. We won CT Family Owned Business of the Year in 2024 and CT Humanitarian Home of the Year in 2021. We average a perfect 5 stars in 85+ Google reviews....
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Photo of The Landing of North Haven
1818 Photos available
8.6
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8.6
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The staff is very helpful and very kind. They are very, very good to my mom. It is a little bit expensive, but worth the money. I would and already have recommended The Landing of North Haven to others I...
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.
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Photo of Promenade at Blue Hill
66 Photos available
8.6
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34 reviews
8.6
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My mom was hospitalized recently and then put into rehab. People from Promenade visited her and even brought her flowers. We couldn't wait to get her out of the rehab and back to Promenade where we truly...
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.
Seniors live happily, in comfort and with dignity at our family owned and operated, state-of-the art dual-care community. For many, it's like being home; for others, it's even better. Natural light, indoor and outdoor courtyards and walking paths, and specially planned activities and services —...
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Photo of Brookdale Chatfield
1212 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.5
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46 reviews
8.5
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46 reviews
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The friendless and caring of the staff is excellent which I feel is one of the most important things. I would recommend Chatfield. I have had other family members at other facilities which were definitely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
From the moment you walk through the door of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in West Hartford, you will feel peace and comfort. To be honest, you might even feel a little bit giddy. It may have something to do with the beautiful common areas, private...
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Photo of Pomperaug Woods a CCRC
1818 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.5
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21 reviews
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The staff is all wonderful, very positive, and always helpful. They have a new Culinary Institute of America trained chef who has upped the menu. Apartments are great with new finishes (carpet, appliances...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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Photo of Southmayd Home for Women
2020 Photos available
8.5
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23 reviews
8.5
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They were great with mom, but limited to what she needed, she needs 24hr care, I really thought they were a great fit, but mom needed more. The staff was great especially nurse [name removed], when she...
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.
ALL TOURS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH SOUTHMAYD HOME.
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Photo of Spruce Manor
1818 Photos available
8.5
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It's a nice place and it's run well however, the one great building maintenance guy/ handyman who lived there moved and hasn't been replaced so it's trickier to get work done or to get help if my mom needs...
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.
We offer a very neat and quiet independent living for seniors 62 years and up. Walking distance to all shopping in Post Road Orange-CT. We coordinate with Orange senior community center to take advantage of all great services and programs they offer to seniors.
Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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38 reviews
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I would give split rock a four and that's just because of my logistical experience the place itself seemed lovely. a very nice facility however, last minute they explained that their assessment of my father...
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.
Set at the heart of it all, Benchmark at Split Rock welcomes you to connect — with friends, with nature, with your passions and your talents. Our brand new, state-of-the-art community will be a place where innovation and tradition meet.Nestled among the shops and restaurants at Split Rock, we are...
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Photo of Carriage Green at Milford
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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35 reviews
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Staff were terrific at getting to know my mother-in-law and her visitors. They provided consistency as she needed it more and more. Her apartments (she moved to the Memory Care unit) were well kept, the...
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.
Carriage Green at Milford is nestled in a residential neighborhood in the quaint New England town of Milford, CT. Our superb location complements the quality of life found within our community, where residents enjoy a wonderful quality of life and carefree lifestyle that is secure and...
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Photo of Maplewood at Darien
1818 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.4
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68 reviews
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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.
Maplewood at Darien is an assisted living and memory care residents for the most discerning seniors. Exquisite interior desgin, an enthusiastic and experienced staff of associates, engaging social and cultural enrichments opportunities, and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients...
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Photo of Atria Larson Place
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.3
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They went out of the way for us. The staff are wonderful and the care was superb! They kept in touch with me all the time, whether by phone or when I stopped by! I highly recommend Larson Place for family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Atria Larson Place is a warm, welcoming community with all the comforts of home. Socialize in our bright, large common areas and enjoy diverse activities that allow you to pursue your interests and discover new ones. Located directly across from beautiful Lake Whitney, Atria Larson Place is close...
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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.
Surrounded by shady, tall trees in a family-friendly neighborhood, Gallagher Home is close to many local amenities that make running errands and continuing personal care convenient. With grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, and fitness centers all in the area, seniors can take care of their...
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Photo of Keystone Place at Wooster Heights
1010 Photos available
8.0
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There has been tremendous turnover in administration which impacted our experience greatly at the beginning. Not a good start. But things are improving and the memory care area has been consistently good.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Keystone Place at Wooster Heights is an aging in place Senior community in Danbury, CT. As one of Danbury's newest community we offer Independant, Assisted and Memory Care apartments. Our Independent apartments have large kitchens complete with stove, refrigerator and large cabinets with quartz...

Cost of independent living in Dover, NY

The average cost of senior living in Dover is $6,306 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saugerties South, NY with an average of $3,824 per month.

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

Dover, NY
$6,306/mo
$4,839/mo

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

Dover, NY
$6,306/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$6,630/mo
Independent Living
$6,306/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,200/mo
Studio
$4,780/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,636/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,242/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,100/mo

Senior living costs in Dover 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: Dover, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDover, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,306/mo$4,740/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$6,466/mo$5,893/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$6,630/mo$5,983/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Dover, NY:$6,306/mo
New York:$4,740/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Dover, NY:$6,466/mo
New York:$5,893/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Dover, NY:$6,630/mo
New York:$5,983/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Dover, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dover 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 Dover, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dover 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
Dover, NY$4,358/mo$4,609/mo-5.5%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Dover, NY
2024 average cost:$4,358/mo
2023 average cost:$4,609/mo
Percent change:-5.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dover

Recent reviews for independent living in Dover

Heritage Pointe Apartments in Staatsburg, NY

4.0
The community is very friendly and everyone seems very good. I would recommend this community to others

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

Fountainview at College Road in Monsey, NY

4.2
I received helpful and friendly service from both the staff and administration. The facility is clean and secure, the grounds are well kept, there are numerous activities and services available on premises, and free bus service to local businesses. For independent living, it's a very good fit ...
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Dover independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dover independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dover, 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 Dover 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 Dover partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dover, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.8%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.1%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
33.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.2%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dover 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 Dover communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dover, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.5%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.1%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
32.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dover 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 Dover offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dover, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.7%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.8%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.6%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.4%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.2%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.8%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.4%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
24.4%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Danbury, Atria Rye Brook and River Valley Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dover, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 354 independent living facilities near Dover, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dover, New York are Atria Rye Brook, Spring Village at Stratford and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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