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The cost of independent living in Gayhead is about $3,763 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 153 options. Read 1273 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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What stood out the most is The facility is well organized. Modern, very functional apartments. Many activities are available. Excellent staff.
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A family member of mine moved into the Landing a month ago. We are very happy with our decision. The facility is lovely. [name removed] the Executive Director and Dementia Specialist made all our family...
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.
The Village at Laurel Lake is located in the cozy little town of Lee, in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. This location is perfect if you love to go fishing, kayak, bird watch, or take in the beautiful local scenery. For those that are avid hikers, there is access to the Appalachian Trail through...
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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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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.
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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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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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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: 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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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.
For more than fifty years, the Levine family (local family) has worked to create a loving environment based on traditional values that recognizes the unique needs and preferences of each of our residents.  We are small (Bed N' Breakfast Style) 18 residents.  We serve a population of the...
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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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Loudonville Assisted Living and Memory Care has been a wonderful place for my mother. The nursing services, dining, and activities are all exactly what she needs at this time. The staff are all loving and...
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.
We are owned and operated by the Levine family, caring for seniors over 60 years. Michael Levine, son, is here most everyday. The Levine family has worked to create an environment based on traditional values that recognize the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Our highest priority...
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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 Gayhead, NY

The average cost of senior living in Gayhead is $3,763 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scotia, NY with an average of $3,473 per month.

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

Gayhead, NY
$3,763/mo
$4,006/mo
$3,723/mo

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

Gayhead, NY
$3,763/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$4,958/mo
Independent Living
$3,763/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,201/mo
Studio
$5,158/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,046/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,585/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,928/mo

Senior living costs in Gayhead 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: Gayhead, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGayhead, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,763/mo$4,694/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,899/mo$5,839/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,958/mo$5,929/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Gayhead, NY:$3,763/mo
New York:$4,694/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Gayhead, NY:$4,899/mo
New York:$5,839/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Gayhead, NY:$4,958/mo
New York:$5,929/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Gayhead, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gayhead 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gayhead, NY$3,067/mo$3,101/mo-1.1%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Gayhead, NY
2024 average cost:$3,067/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:-1.1%
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 Gayhead

Recent reviews for independent living in Gayhead

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

Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY

5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.

The Landing of Poughkeepsie

4.3
I would say that it's a good place and my mom is happy there. I would mention the food is good, but the delivery is lacking thought management is aware and working on it.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and approachability of the staff members at various communities, such as Provincial Glenville, Summit at Glenwyck, and Diamond Ridge. They go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel at home.
Variety of activities for residents. Communities like Summit at Glenwyck, Provincial Glenville, and Avila Independent Retirement Community offer a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. These include exercise classes, musical programs, field trips, and social events.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms or communal areas. For example, at Peregrine Delmar Place, the facility is described as 'well-maintained and always smells pleasant'.
Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Residents and their families appreciate the sense of camaraderie and companionship found at communities like Holiday Manor at Woodside, Summit at Eastwyck, and Provincial Glenville. They mention the friendly and caring nature of both the staff and their fellow residents.
Individualized care and attention. Reviews for communities like Holiday Manor at Woodside, Pinnacle Living at Forts Ferry, and Provincial Glenville highlight the importance of individualized care and attention for residents. Staff members are praised for their responsiveness and dedication to meeting each resident's unique ...
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Affordable pricing and value for money. Several reviews mention the affordability of their chosen community, such as Holiday Manor at Woodside, Peregrine Delmar Place, and Summit at Glenwyck. While prices vary, residents appreciate the value they receive for their investment in a senior living community.
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Gayhead independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gayhead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gayhead, 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 Gayhead 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 Gayhead 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
19%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gayhead 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 Gayhead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gayhead 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 Gayhead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
19.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ingersoll Place, Provincial Glenville and Summit at Glenwyck are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gayhead, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 153 independent living facilities near Gayhead, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gayhead, New York are Ingersoll Place, Provincial Glenville and Eddy Hawthorne Ridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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