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The cost of independent living in East Shelby is about $3,266 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 296 options. Read 2286 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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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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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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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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We are very pleased with the Bristol home. Mom is also very happy there. She has made friends and is much more active. All personnel are friendly. We feel she is safe and well cared for.
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.
The Bristol Home is a non-profit assisted living facility located in the theatre district of Downtown Buffalo. The Bristol Home has served the needs of the area's elderly women for more than one hundred and thirty-five years. Our mission is to continue providing exceptional care and services to...
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They have a calendar of lunches you get at the beginning of every month. The food is good and there is a variety of choices. They call every morning to see if you would like lunch that day. They also offer...
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.
Our English garden-style apartments located in a quiet neighborhood in Buffalo New York. We are conveniently located near Buffalo's finest historical sights and in the theatre district for those who enjoy arts and entertainment. The structure and lay out of the apartments are designed for...
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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: 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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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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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: 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: 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.
Seneca Pointe Located in the heart of West Seneca, Erie County, New York, Seneca Pointe is a senior apartment community for people ages 55 and older, who are looking to live a happy and active lifestyle. On a beautiful day, enjoy a leisurely walk to nearby Market in the Square and the Southgate...
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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: 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: 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.
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GrandVille is amazing. You can't put a price on knowing that your parent is well cared for. Caring attentive staff, wonderful activities, good food, well maintained rooms. I couldn't be happier that we chose...
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.
Grande’Ville is a licensed Adult Care facility, family owned and operated for over 30 years. We offer exceptional care for seniors who enjoy being active and value their independence, but need assistance with medication management, bathing, dressing, housekeeping, meals and personal care.The Mary...
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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.
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: 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.
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...

Cost of independent living in East Shelby, NY

The average cost of senior living in East Shelby is $3,266 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Niagara Falls, NY with an average of $2,912 per month.

Independent living costs in East Shelby, NY, vs. nearby cities

East Shelby, NY
$3,266/mo
$3,232/mo

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

East Shelby, NY
$3,266/mo
U.S. national average
$4,175/mo

Independent living costs in East Shelby, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,597/mo
Independent Living
$3,266/mo

Independent living costs in East Shelby, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,599/mo
Studio
$4,634/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,605/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,601/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,087/mo

Senior living costs in East Shelby 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: East Shelby, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Shelby, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,266/mo$4,697/mo$4,175/mo
Assisted Living$4,586/mo$5,843/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,597/mo$5,934/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
East Shelby, NY:$3,266/mo
New York:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,175/mo
Assisted Living
East Shelby, NY:$4,586/mo
New York:$5,843/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
East Shelby, NY:$4,597/mo
New York:$5,934/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in East Shelby, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Shelby 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Shelby, NY$2,939/mo$2,952/mo-0.4%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
East Shelby, NY
2024 average cost:$2,939/mo
2023 average cost:$2,952/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in East Shelby

Recent reviews for independent living in East Shelby

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, ...
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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 .

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests. Residents at various communities express appreciation for the diverse and engaging activities, such as singing, games, movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. These activities encourage socializing and help residents stay active and engaged, as mentioned in reviews for The Amberlei ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews highlight the kind and caring nature of the staff members, who go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and ensure their well-being. Families and residents at Legacy at Clover Blossom, The Gables of Brighton, and Village at Park Crescent emphasize the importance o ...
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Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Residents of Baywinde Senior Living, Pinehurst, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities, and Solstice at East Amherst mention the pristine bathrooms and updated kitchens a ...
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Flexible and accommodating meal plans. Residents and families frequently comment on the quality and flexibility of the meal options, which cater to various dietary restrictions and preferences. At Legacy at Clover Blossom, Elison of Orchard Glen, and Baywinde Senior Living, residents look forward to well-prepared meals and appr ...
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Accessible and convenient location. Several reviews mention the convenience of the communities' locations, which allow for easy access to shopping, health care facilities, and other essential services. Residents at Montabaur Heights, Holiday Fleming Point, and River Edge Manor, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities share their sa ...
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Strong sense of community and social connections. Throughout the reviews, residents discuss the importance of the sense of community and social connections they've formed with their neighbors and the staff. Families and residents at Legacy at Clover Blossom, Baywinde Senior Living, and The Gables of Brighton mention the warm and welcoming ...
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East Shelby independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Shelby independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Shelby, 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 East Shelby 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 East Shelby 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%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.6%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Shelby 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 East Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20.6%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Shelby 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 East Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.9%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
35.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.1%
46.5%
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Solstice at East Amherst, Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm and Village at Park Crescent are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Shelby, New York. See full list of communities.
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