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The cost of independent living in Monroe is about $6,503 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 495 options. Read 8107 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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Photo of Sunrise of Randolph
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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51 reviews
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The facility was clean and bright. I feel like it was lacking in additional rooms and spaces for the residence to gather. The rooms were generous and size. I was not fond of the fact that they locked up...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Bryan Manor
88 Photos available
9.0
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9.0
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They are very attentive to details, caring, addresses concerns right away and in a timely manner. Keep up to date with our dad condition. Look out for the patient's best interest, I would even stay there if...
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.
Bryan Manor is a senior residential care home nestled on 36 acres in scenic Chester. It offers residents a cozy, safe, and supportive environment. It's smaller than other facilities and seniors quickly adapt to the family-centric care. The residents enjoy interacting with each other and the...
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Photo of Maplewood at Southport
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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51 reviews
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Cleanliness A+, Staff A+, Activities A, Apartment Size A for Studio, Food (recently) B-. Overall we absolutely love Maplewood at Southport. The holidays were magical in every way and their celebrations are...
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.
Leasing Gallery Now Open. Visit us at 1720 Post Road (next to Starbucks), Fairfield. Now accepting reservations. Maplewood at Southport is a luxury senior living community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care. The community is situated on 27-acres of beautifully...
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Photo of Brandywine Mountain Ridge by Monarch
1111 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.0
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21 reviews
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The room is lovely, staff is amazing, [name removed] was great to work with. It was a bumpy road getting her there and she was very patient and helpful. My MIL says the food is "ok - not great but good...
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.
Perched high in the Watchung Mountains, Brandywine Mountain Ridge offers more than just breathtaking vistas—it offers a life filled with dignity, friendship, and joyful independence. Here, every sunrise over the New York skyline is a gentle reminder that peace of mind and purposeful living can go...
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Photo of Sunrise of Edgewater
88 Photos available
8.9
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36 reviews
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Sunrise has offered my dad a clean, warm, supportive place to live and has relieved his family of all of the stressors of caring for a person suffering from a brain injury. They always call to keep us posted...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Sunrise of Basking Ridge
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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38 reviews
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It's just a learning curve... we need good communication to make sure everything is going smoothly... everyone does try! Sometimes activities get canceled or happen earlier than on the schedule... my...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Basking Ridge affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized...
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99 Photos available
8.9
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8.9
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Since the facility is small the staff know all of the residents and their families. All have been helpful. No complaints from my mom which is amazing. Definitely good value
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.
The Mews is a private, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization, dedicated to keeping senior citizens living independently in Greenwich as long as possible. We attract residents from close and far, including Greenwich, Cos Cob, Darien, Rye, and other communities throughout the Northeast. It is governed...
Photo of The Residence at Glen Hill
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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Glenn Crest has been exactly what my parent needs. It's been a good fit. It is independent living with one meal included. They check up on her.
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.
The Residence at Glen Hill is a beautiful and spacious independent living community located in Danbury, CT near the Danbury Hospital, world class shopping, and about an hour from all the luxuries of New York City. We offer all the conveniences of large city living, with the home feel of a rural...
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99 Photos available
8.9
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The staff is so helpful and caring The place is clean and the sleeping areas nicely kept and decorated They have sing a longs And movies domino and card games I think Bingo might to be good to add Or...
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.
At Sutton Gardens Senior Living, we place great emphasis on Personal Care. Our unique home--like environment allows us to give more attention to each resident. We are like one big family. Our Mission is to preserve dignity and well--being,by providing quality care and enjoyment in a warm and...
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Photo of The Sinclair at Port Washington
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.9
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Visited my Aunt at the new Sinclair. Had not been to visit since the purchase in May. Impressed with the staff, the positive changes in the community spaces and also the delicious lunch. Looking forward...
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.
The Sinclair at Port Washington is a resort-inspired rental community nestled in the storied town of Port Washington. It is conveniently located between Port Washington and Roslyn. We are adjacent to Harbor Links Golf Course and Bar Beach. The Sinclair embodies the best of luxurious East Coast...
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Photo of Sturges Ridge of Fairfield
1414 Photos available
8.9
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10 reviews
8.9
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10 reviews
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Sturges Ridge is a wonderful place but it is expensive. Overall it is a very good place with a lot of activities, the people are nice and friendly.
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.
A first in Fairfield, Sturges Ridge is proud to bring senior living experiences to the neighborhood. Enjoy the company of good friends, take in the beautiful surroundings, pursue your passions, and explore opportunities to inspire you and further enrich your life. Benchmark Senior Living at...
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Photo of The Chelsea at Greenburgh
1616 Photos available
4747 Floor plans available
8.9
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23 reviews
8.9
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23 reviews
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It was okay. Residents will tell you the food takes forever and is often cold. Staff does care about people, but some people are not so kind. Some people are exceptional. Mom had a few favorites. Place was...
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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Photo of Mt. Arlington Senior Living
88 Photos available
8.9
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38 reviews
8.9
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38 reviews
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Staff was amazing. Very attentive. My mom loved them all. Activities were endless. The 3:00 happy hour with music was a favorite. My mom is a picky eater. She was never satisfied with the food. They did...
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.
Welcome to Mt Arlington Senior Living. Mt. Arlington Senior Living sits high on a hilltop offering breathtaking views of the rolling hills and wooded landscape surrounding the community. The Community is located just minutes from local shopping, restaurants, Lake Hopatcong, places of worship, and...
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Photo of The Chelsea at Fair Lawn
1111 Photos available
8.8
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23 reviews
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23 reviews
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My aunt is currently living there, and our experience with the management team at Chelsea has been excellent. They’ve been incredibly helpful in getting new residents settled in and truly make everyone feel...
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.
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Photo of The Club at Briarcliff Manor
2222 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.9
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26 reviews
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We have had a great experience at the club. The staff is extremely warm and welcoming and they have a lot of activities to pick from (my mom attends social/happy hours a few times a week and goes to their...
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.
Unsurpassed luxury meets modern living in a community that is reimagining care. Experience the pinnacle of sophistication and service at The Club at Briarcliff Manor, New York’s premier senior living community. Enjoy life in an upscale setting with top-tier service and amenities from a...
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Photo of Atria Glen Cove
1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.9
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53 reviews
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My parents needed a place that made them comfortable as they start to need more medical attention in the coming years. Atria was great for what they need for activities, high end amenities and great people.
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.
The city of Glen Cove is a community like no other. Nestled in the woods of Long Island's North Shore, Glen Cove is an ideal place to call home. Since 1997, Atria Glen Cove has been a proud part of this special community, actively involved in all facets of life here. Now, Atria Glen Cove has been...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Norwood
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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32 reviews
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32 reviews
5 star
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Arbor Terrace has been great. They are attentive. Small group in memory care. I feel that my mother is being well cared for. All of the staff at Arbor Terrace Norwood is thoughtful. We are always greeted...
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.
Located in a quaint borough in northern Bergen County, Atria Norwood is a modern community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments,...
Photo of Mira Vie Clifton
1818 Photos available
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8.8
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Staff was wonderful. Food was fairly simple and bland (mom's opinion). Care and ability to socialize was very good. Sometimes locking of the doors after it was hard for visitors. Maybe could be a better...
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.
Find abundant activities and top-notch, customized care at Mira Vie Clifton, in scenic upstate New Jersey. This secure assisted living community encourages independence in a safe environment, additionally offering memory care services to meet the needs of your loved one. Mira Vie Clifton is...
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Photo of Mira Vie Montville
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8.7
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51 reviews
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You must ask questions. They will not come to you. The price was right. The rooms are ok in size, nice bathrooms. Activities are good. Choices for food.
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.
Located in Morris County, Mira Vie Montville offers several senior living options in a comfortable setting. Our spacious community offers areas to sit and meet new people, space to enjoy a book from our library, opportunities to listen to a resident or guest play our piano, or take a relaxing...
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Photo of The Chelsea at New City
1313 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.7
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Lots of activities. Exercise classes, craft classes, group discussions, monthly staff-resident meetings. Staff who listen to residents concerns. Excellent chef
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.
Now Open! Atria New City, in Clarkstown, is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. Conveniently located in a residential neighborhood near Main Street, the community will offer what you are looking for in...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of West Orange
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8.7
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I made a really good choice picking Brighton Gardens its a great senior living facility from the sale staff to maintenance. My mom is really happy here, she even thank me. [names removed] always...
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.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fleetwood
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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Food is really bad - very small portions. Soup is watered down - long waits to be served Residents and most staff are very friendly - good community feeling
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
1515 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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59 reviews
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It's a very pleasant relaxed atmosphere very comfortable. Very caring staff food is very good, which is unusual. The best advice I can give is that you really should be there as often as you can no matter...
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.
Maplewood at Strawberry Hill is the sparkling new assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in a friendly neighborhood close to the Norwalk-Westport line, just minutes to major highways and trains. We are part of an innovative, locally based company and not part of a large...
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Photo of Sunrise of Madison
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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My mom just got to Sunrise [date removed]. She was in the hospital and rehab previously. I am not up there, I'm down in Florida. So I could give you feedback based on things family members are telling me,...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Sunrise of Old Tappan
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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35 reviews
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The staff and surroundings give Sunrise a very homey feeling! Everyone has been excellent in accommodating to my husband's needs. He has nothing but good things to say by the way he's been treated! And he...
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.
Sunrise of Old Tappan, located in northern New Jersey, just 30 miles from Manhattan, offers assisted living, memory care, respite care and coordination of hospice care to seniors in Bergen County, Rockland County, and New York City. Oakes Park, located directly adjacent to our community, is a...
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Cost of independent living in Monroe, NY

The average cost of senior living in Monroe is $6,503 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maybrook, NY with an average of $4,220 per month.

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

Monroe, NY
$6,503/mo
$5,811/mo

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

Monroe, NY
$6,503/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

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

$7,248/mo
Independent Living
$6,503/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,363/mo
Studio
$5,202/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,273/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,134/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,675/mo

Senior living costs in Monroe 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: Monroe, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMonroe, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,503/mo$4,785/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$6,766/mo$5,967/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$7,248/mo$6,062/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Monroe, NY:$6,503/mo
New York:$4,785/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Monroe, NY:$6,766/mo
New York:$5,967/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Monroe, NY:$7,248/mo
New York:$6,062/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
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Independent living costs in Monroe, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Monroe 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
Monroe, NY$4,712/mo$4,559/mo+3.4%
New York$3,749/mo$3,654/mo+2.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Monroe, NY
2024 average cost:$4,712/mo
2023 average cost:$4,559/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,749/mo
2023 average cost:$3,654/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Monroe

Recent reviews for independent living in Monroe

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program 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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Holiday Manor at Woodside, staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents are happy and well-cared for, especially during difficult times like falls and health issues. Families have ...
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Variety of activities. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests. At Atria Darien, residents enjoy daily activities such as art classes, musical performances, and even off-site trips, keeping them engaged and active. The wide range of offerings at Arbor Terrace Teaneck includes langu ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of good food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like The Club at Briarcliff Manor and Allegro at Harrington Park prioritize high-quality meals and dietary accommodations, ensuring residents look forward to mealti ...
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Engaging social environment. Residents appreciate the opportunity to connect with their peers and form new friendships. At The Residence at Glen Hill, the sense of community is strong, with residents looking out for one another and engaging in activities together. Communities like Atria Stamford also offer opportunities ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Maintaining a clean and safe living environment is a priority for communities. At Flushing House, staff ensure the apartments and common areas are kept clean and tidy, while communities like Atria Rye Brook invest in regular updates and renovations to keep their facilities modern and appeali ...
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Customized care plans. Each resident's unique needs are addressed through personalized care plans. At Holiday Manor at Woodside, staff work closely with families to understand individual care requirements and adjust services accordingly, ensuring residents receive the support they need to thrive.
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Monroe independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monroe independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monroe, 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 Monroe 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 Monroe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Monroe, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.5%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
39.6%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.7%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.9%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Monroe 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 Monroe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Monroe, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
35.5%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monroe 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 Monroe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Monroe, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.7%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.4%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.6%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
44.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Christian Fellowship House, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Atria Forest Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monroe, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 495 independent living facilities near Monroe, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Monroe, New York are Atria Forest Hills, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Atria West 86. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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