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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elmira Heights, NY

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The cost of independent living in Elmira Heights is about $3,553 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 59 options. Read 266 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.
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: 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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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
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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: 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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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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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
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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.
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.
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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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.
Greenbriar is a 37 bed Adult Home located in Homer, NY. We have been in business for 35 years. Our facility is licensed by the state of New York. We provide medication management, supervision of diets, we assist with bathing, dressing and all other activities of daily living. We also do laudry...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Elmira Heights, NY

The average cost of senior living in Elmira Heights is $3,553 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hammondsport, NY with an average of $2,869 per month.

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

Elmira Heights, NY
$3,553/mo
$3,382/mo

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

Elmira Heights, NY
$3,553/mo
U.S. national average
$4,038/mo

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

$4,440/mo
Independent Living
$3,553/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,926/mo
Studio
$4,563/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,486/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,543/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Elmira Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Elmira Heights

Brookdale Castle Gardens in Vestal, NY

5.0
The staff are very friendly and know each resident and their room numbers. They are positive and upbeat. Mom is in independent living, so there really is no communication from their end to me, but if I have concerns about her, they are very helpful. The move in process was very smooth. Her ...
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Walden Place in Cortland, NY

4.8
The staff at Walden Place are very helpful and cooperative, especially considering that they are short-staffed. They are doing the very best they can. And the staff who are there are great. The facility has been very nice. It's very comfortable, and they decorate nicely for every little ...
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Elderwood Village at Vestal

4.6
The value for cost is hard for me to answer I think for the cost there would be more included in the price but I do know they are competitive in pricing. Plus weekends are real boring for them. I feel sorry for people who don't have family. Over all I was happy

Elmira Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elmira Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elmira Heights, 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 Elmira Heights 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 Elmira Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elmira Heights, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
14%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elmira Heights 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 Elmira Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elmira Heights, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elmira Heights 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 Elmira Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elmira Heights, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
22%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
10%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22%
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Brookdale Castle Gardens, Walden Place and Brookdale Painted Post are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elmira Heights, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 59 independent living facilities near Elmira Heights, New York. See the full list.

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