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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Green Acres, NY

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 36 independent living facilities in Green Acres, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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My mother spent several quality years living at Brandywine both in assisted living and memory care. She had always resisted the idea of assisted living but from the first day there she loved it. She enjoyed...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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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: 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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Im sending my uncle there starting next month. Im very happy with what they offer. Place is very clean and staff is caring and professional.
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.

Cost of independent living in Green Acres, NY

The average cost of senior living in Green Acres is $6,243 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Atlantic Beach, NY with an average of $5,982 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Green Acres, NY vs. nearby cities

Green Acres, NY
$6,243/mo

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

Green Acres, NY
$6,243/mo
U.S. national average
$4,029/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Green Acres vs. other types of senior living

$6,865/mo
Independent Living
$6,243/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Green Acres, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,239/mo
Studio
$7,260/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,304/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,196/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Green Acres over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Green Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Green Acres

Maryville Enhanced Assisted Living in Huntington, NY

3.6
It is a small family owned facility. Adequate amount of staff. They do a good job taking care of the residents, always clean and well groomed. The facility is dated looking, furnishings are old but they do keep it clean. Visiting space is very limited and hours for visiting is limited to a few ...
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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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The Bristal at East Northport

4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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Green Acres independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Green Acres independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Green Acres, 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 Green Acres 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 Green Acres 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
30.6%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.8%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
7.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Green Acres 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 Green Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
36.1%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
16.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Green Acres 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 Green Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.8%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.1%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.8%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.1%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
45.2%
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Plattduetsche Home Society, Atria Forest Hills and The Belvedere are the top-rated independent living facilities near Green Acres, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 36 independent living facilities near Green Acres, New York. See the full list.

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