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The cost of independent living in Hancock is about $3,089 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 97 options. Read 691 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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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.
Welcome Home!Mallard Meadows offers a full array of services for those who demand comfort with their "good taste". A fine home is a source of happiness..."and one can't help but to be..." satisfied with the safety, peace of mind, and warm nuances of comfort waiting around every corner. Our team...
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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: 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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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: 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: 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: 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.
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.
We are certified and licensed by the New York State Department of Health, and have regular reviews by them. Our aide staff receive First Aid training, CPR and administer all medications. We have a caring staff with years of experience, ready to serve your needs!
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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: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Keystone Place senior apartments are located in the great town of Dickson City, Lackawanna County, PA. This town is known for its small town feel that most seniors look for when trying to find the right senior housing. There are a number of things to do around this area such as the Circle...
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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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It's pretty independent, they don't really offer any care services. They do a breakfast every Friday, and they seem to have good community involvement. Everything went pretty smooth in dealing with the...
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.
Bedford Tower is a senior citizen independent living community where you can experience an enjoyable lifestyle in a convenient and pleasant setting. You will be able to entertain old friends and relatives and make new friends through participation in a variety of social activities. Occupancy...
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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.
First Choice, a licensed Personal Care Home located in beautiful Lake Ariel, PA is just minutes from interstate 84. Our staff takes pride in being able to provide a beautiful home to our Senior population. We have a small personalized care home with 14 brand new , beautiful suites. With...

Cost of independent living in Hancock, NY

The average cost of senior living in Hancock is $3,089 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gilbertsville, NY with an average of $2,744 per month.

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

Hancock, NY
$3,089/mo

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

Hancock, NY
$3,089/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,020/mo
Independent Living
$3,089/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,741/mo
Studio
$5,266/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,660/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,029/mo

Senior living costs in Hancock vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Hancock, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHancock, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,089/mo$4,692/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,948/mo$5,837/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,020/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Hancock, NY:$3,089/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Hancock, NY:$3,948/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Hancock, NY:$4,020/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Hancock, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hancock 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
Hancock, NY$3,832/mo$3,473/mo+10.3%
New York$3,617/mo$3,424/mo+5.6%
National$3,044/mo$2,857/mo+6.5%
Hancock, NY
2024 average cost:$3,832/mo
2023 average cost:$3,473/mo
Percent change:+10.3%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,617/mo
2023 average cost:$3,424/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,857/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Hancock

Recent reviews for independent living in Hancock

the Plains at Parich Home in Oneonta, NY

5.0
This is a pleasant place to live.

Briarwood Senior Living in Newfoundland, PA

5.0
I toured Briarwood looking for a home for my grandma. I was impressed not only with how clean and nice it was but how curious staff was.

Brookdale Castle Gardens in Vestal, NY

5.0
5 for all categories! I would absolutely recommend Brookdale Castle Gardens to other families based on the experience I have had so far.

Hancock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hancock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hancock, 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 Hancock 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 Hancock 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
13.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hancock 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 Hancock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
9.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hancock 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 Hancock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
13.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens of Green Ridge, Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead and Twin Cedar Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hancock, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 97 independent living facilities near Hancock, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hancock, New York are Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Brookdale Castle Gardens. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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