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The cost of independent living in Genesee County is about $3,276 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 273 options. Read 2239 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bell Tower ApartmentsThe 55+ Bell Tower Apartments senior housing are in the suburb of Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Erie County, NY. The quiet residential senior apartments offer you the comfort of living close to superb highways. Living in Bell Tower Apartments is also an opportunity to enjoy the...
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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, 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.
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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....
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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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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!
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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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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.
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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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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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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...
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Genesee County, NY

The average cost of senior living in Genesee County is $3,276 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Groveland Station, NY with an average of $2,462 per month.

Independent living costs in Genesee County, NY, vs. nearby counties

Genesee County, NY
$3,276/mo
$3,274/mo
$3,063/mo

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

Genesee County, NY
$3,276/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Genesee County, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,674/mo
Independent Living
$3,276/mo

Independent living costs in Genesee County, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,562/mo
Studio
$4,875/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,773/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,738/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,295/mo

Senior living costs in Genesee County 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: Genesee County, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGenesee County, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,276/mo$4,697/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,657/mo$5,841/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,674/mo$5,931/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Genesee County, NY:$3,276/mo
New York:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Genesee County, NY:$4,657/mo
New York:$5,841/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Genesee County, NY:$4,674/mo
New York:$5,931/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Genesee County, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Genesee County 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
Genesee County, NY$2,958/mo$2,957/mo+0.1%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Genesee County, NY
2024 average cost:$2,958/mo
2023 average cost:$2,957/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
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 Genesee County

Recent reviews for independent living in Genesee County

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 .

Genesee County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Genesee County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Genesee County, 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 Genesee County 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 Genesee County 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
19.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Genesee County 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 Genesee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Genesee County, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Genesee County 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 Genesee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.4%
46.4%
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