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The cost of independent living in Elma Center is about $3,010 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 85 options. Read 732 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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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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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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Was expectibg one of the lower tier homes for the price but it’s very nice there!
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.
There’s something for everyone at Glenwell, 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 in a quiet setting just around the corner from...
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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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My mother has been enjoying her stay at the Orchard Heights. The meals are wonderful I've had a chance to try them myself. They have a range of activities that the residents could engage in daily. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
At Orchard Heights our residents are welcomed into a caring community where they are surrounded by all the amenities of home, plus the personal attention of our dedicated staff. From around-the-clock care by licensed nurses and personal care assistants to activities tailored to residents and...
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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.
StoneGate Apartment Homes is a unique 55 and over community. We are luxury senior apartments in the Williamsville, New York area. Our residents enjoy the privacy of having their own home as well as the enjoyment of daily community activities. StoneGate has both one and two bedroom apartments as...
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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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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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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.
Brothers of Mercy Sacred Heart HomeBrothers of Mercy Sacred Heart Home is a assisted living community located in Clarence, NY. The city of Clarence is located in Erie County, northeast of Buffalo, and home to about 30,000 people. Carmel is a small town with several parks and creeks, where...
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My father in law has been at Montabaur for over 6 years and has had a great time. The have accommodating staff and a well kept facility. Both of my parents have done independent living in multiple facilities...
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.
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: 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.
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, 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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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.
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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.
Presbyterian Village of North Church is an independent living community in the charming village of Williamsville in Erie County, NY. Williamsville is located approximately twenty minutes northeast of Buffalo. The town is divided by Ellicott Creek, which is known for the spectacular Glen Falls....
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.

Cost of independent living in Elma Center, NY

The average cost of senior living in Elma Center is $3,010 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Farnham, NY with an average of $2,603 per month.

Independent living costs in Elma Center, NY, vs. nearby cities

Elma Center, NY
$3,010/mo
$3,011/mo

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

Elma Center, NY
$3,010/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Elma Center, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,767/mo
Independent Living
$3,010/mo

Independent living costs in Elma Center, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,270/mo
Studio
$6,201/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,253/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,695/mo

Senior living costs in Elma Center 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: Elma Center, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElma Center, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,010/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,753/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,767/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Elma Center, NY:$3,010/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Elma Center, NY:$4,753/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Elma Center, NY:$4,767/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Elma Center, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elma Center 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
Elma Center, NY$2,830/mo$2,745/mo+3.1%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Elma Center, NY
2024 average cost:$2,830/mo
2023 average cost:$2,745/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Elma Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Elma Center

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 .

Elderwood Village at Bassett Park in Williamsville, NY

4.5
Staff is very friendly. Housekeeping and maintenance do an excellent job. Communication with family is lacking at times, but has definitely improved after my mom has been there for a few months. My mom enjoys the food and has even become more social since moving there. She has also started to ...
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Elma Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elma Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elma Center, 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 Elma Center 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 Elma Center 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
12.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.7%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Elma Center 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 Elma Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
8.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
1.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elma Center 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 Elma Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
23.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
21.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
9.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.5%
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