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The cost of independent living in Lake Ronkonkoma is about $5,935 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 1032 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: 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.
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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.
The Bove Health Center at Jefferson’s Ferry, a not-for-profit community sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, offers the highest level of independence possible for residents needing daily assistance. The 60 private enriched housing apartments are available for both short and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
A non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, Jefferson’s Ferry’s residents fully enjoy retirement without worrying about market swings, future health care needs, chores or maintenance. Sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, Jefferson’s Ferry boasts three levels of living: 248...
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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.
Introducing a new take on luxe living at The Cornerstone at Hauppauge. Perfectly positioned on nine sprawling acres of garden-like grounds, just south of the Long Island Expressway on Route 111; we're right where you need to be. Enjoy serene, open-air living with a private entrance to your...
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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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Best management, the owner greeted me and my husband and explained the level of care. after meeting the owner and she took us for the tour or the place we know we were in the right place . The good news...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

The average cost of senior living in Lake Ronkonkoma is $5,935 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bellport, NY with an average of $5,351 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY, vs. nearby cities

Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
$5,935/mo
$6,323/mo

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

Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
$5,935/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY, vs. other senior living options

$6,218/mo
Independent Living
$5,935/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,252/mo
Studio
$6,368/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,031/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,695/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Ronkonkoma 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: Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Ronkonkoma, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$5,935/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,997/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,218/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY:$5,935/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY:$5,997/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY:$6,218/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Ronkonkoma 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY$4,436/mo$4,708/mo-5.8%
New York$3,729/mo$3,606/mo+3.4%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
2024 average cost:$4,436/mo
2023 average cost:$4,708/mo
Percent change:-5.8%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,729/mo
2023 average cost:$3,606/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Ronkonkoma

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Ronkonkoma

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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The Bristal at Massapequa

5.0
the community is very good. They have great communication, and the community is very safe. there is nothing that I don't like in this community. I would recommend this community to others

Orchard Estate of Woodbury

3.4
For the overall experience I would have given it a five, except for some minor things, like the air conditioning condensation drips from the ceiling, and creates a slipping hazard for the residents, which I have brought to the attention of the Director and he seemed nonplussed about. He really ...
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Lake Ronkonkoma independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Ronkonkoma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Ronkonkoma, 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 Lake Ronkonkoma 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 Lake Ronkonkoma 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
34.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Ronkonkoma 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 Lake Ronkonkoma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Ronkonkoma, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Ronkonkoma 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 Lake Ronkonkoma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
46.4%
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