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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shelby, NY
The cost of independent living in Shelby is about $3,134 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 310 options. Read 1986 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.
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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, 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.
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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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The staff here are caring and professional. They treat residents like their immediate family, in the best possible way. My niece has been there for years. They do her hair up when time permits. Another has...
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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, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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They didn't have an opening but it was really nice! It was more money but they don't charge you a level of care fee so it would have been about the same as the community we chose and my parents could have...
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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.
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.
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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.
Nestled in the heart of the Village of Penfield, NY, Legacy at Village Wood offers a vibrant, warm, and welcoming environment for older adults looking for a quaint, down-home, family-like atmosphere where they can live an independent lifestyle without the upkeep and uncertainty of home ownership....
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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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My father has been living there for the last year and a half (he's still there now) and he finds this retirement home ideal for him. Comfortable, warm and safe. The PSW's, dietary, and house keeping staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Shorthills Villa Retirement Community is a senior living community located in the beautiful town of Fonthill, Ontario. As a small, welcoming community within a short drive to area restaurants and shops, our location is the ideal choice for anyone that wants privacy, relaxation and comfort....
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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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.
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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Due to covid we have not been able to see much of the community but from what we have seen it looks to be pretty clean. Once again due to covid the activities are on and off. Given the current circumstances...
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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.
Part of The Family Service Communities organization, The Northfield is a 69-apartment Enriched Living Facility licensed by the New York State Department of Health. Conveniently located just outside the village of Fairport, The Northfield offers many amenities including three cooked meals served...
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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.
Established in 1904 as a retirement home, Fairport Baptist Homes enjoys a rich history of providing the quality, personal care seniors so rightfully deserve. Throughout the decades, we’ve constantly looked to adapt, innovate and grow. As generations, society and technology evolves, so do we. 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.
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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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Shelby, NY
The average cost of senior living in Shelby is $3,134 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Niagara Falls, NY with an average of $2,864 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelby, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelby, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Shelby
Recent reviews for independent living in Shelby
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.
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The Village at Towngate in Rochester, NY
5.0
I would recommend to others. I picked this community because of the good feeling I got when I visited , and it was near my home.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the excellent rapport between staff and residents, with comments about the warm greetings and helpful attitudes. For example, at Baywinde Senior Living, the staff are described as 'hugely helpful and very much appreciated'. At FayeBrooke on Youngs, the director and manag ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents express appreciation for the diverse range of activities offered, such as aerobic classes, musical performances, and social events. For instance, at The Addison of Willow Pond, residents have access to a heated pool and enjoyable outings, while at Legacy at Clover Blossom, there ar ...
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Comfortable and spacious living quarters. Reviews consistently mention the size and comfort of the apartments, with ample space for personal belongings and accommodations for pets. At Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst, some residents have expressed satisfaction with their one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartments, and at Stamford Est ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Residents praise the food quality and the flexibility of menu options, ensuring that dietary restrictions and preferences are met. For instance, at St. Charles Village, the meals are described as 'delicious' and 'absolutely fantastic', while at The Addison of Park Crescent, some residents ha ...
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Clear and effective communication between residents and staff. Reviews highlight the importance of open lines of communication, with staff regularly checking on residents' well-being and keeping families informed. At The Amberleigh, for example, some residents have reported that the staff go above and beyond to ensure resident satisfaction, taking the tim ...
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Safe and comfortable community environment. Residents and their families report feeling safe and secure in their new living arrangements, with excellent security measures and supportive staff members creating a welcoming atmosphere. For example, at The Addison of Parklands, the staff are described as 'friendly and helpful', while at Le ...
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Shelby independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby, 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 Shelby 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 Shelby 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
16.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.2%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby 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 Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
16.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby 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 Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.8%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
16.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.6%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.8%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Brookdale Kenmore and The Village at Mill Landing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shelby, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 310 independent living facilities near Shelby, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shelby, New York are Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Baywinde Senior Living and The Addison of Willow Pond. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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