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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shelby, NY
The cost of independent living in Shelby is about $3,174 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 250 options. Read 1941 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Williamsville, Clarence and Lockport.
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My Mom moved in here in Feb 2019 and at first she was having a tough time and felt like we didn't want to have her living with us. A month later she has made some friends and is loving living a Emerald...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 a brand new retirement residence a stunning hotel converting into a residence. The building may have a new purpose however, the qualified staff that are part of the Emerald team all have years if experience in their field. The residence is bright has all the amenities and is affordable....
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A great place to live. Lots of activities. Great care. Very clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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, 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.
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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This is a nice community. The staff is excellent and very caring for the needs that need to be taken care of . The food appears to be good. We are happy that they do have activities for others who want to...
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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.
There's something for everyone at Woodcrest Commons, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located just around the corner from shopping,...
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As we all know, we are living in extraordinary times, so, although this community has it, we can't use or participate in all of the lovely accommodations here because of COVID. So, that is something I will...
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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.
Quiet country elegance and hospitality are the hallmarks of The Addison of Erie Station senior living community near the corner of Erie Station Road and East Henrietta Road in Henrietta, NY. Part of the Henrietta “green belt”, The Addison of Erie Station’s park-like setting, ponds, wildlife, and...
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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.
Located on 14 secluded acres in Irondequoit, NY, Chapel Oaks offers luxury one- and two-bedroom apartments, a maintenance-free lifestyle, and a wide range of first-class amenities including:Newly renovated apartments;Indoor pool and fitness center;Transportation to appointments;Chef-prepared...
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Every family has a story...Welcome to ours.Cobb's Hill Manor recognizes the importance of staying healthy, independent and active. Licensed by the New York State Department of Health, we individualize our services to meet your loved ones needs. With personal interests in mind, our wellness...
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It's a small, and quiet residence. Friendly, caring and helpful staff.They are taking good care of my father. The team is experienced in caring for people with cognitive impairments (Alzheimer's/dementia)....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Angel's Retirement is a Place to Call Home! We offer Respite and Day Programs! Your loved one will feels like home because we offer bright, comfortable, spacious private bedrooms with hardwood floors, cheering fireplaces, a backyard garden and an outdoor porch. At Angels Retirement Home,...
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Excellent independent living in an 8 story senior residence apartment building with choice of different numbers of bedrooms and views, centrally located on Rochester's elegant East Avenue. Truly independent...
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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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As we first viewed Mount Carmel we were very impressed with the the cleanliness of the home. Touring the facility we couldn't help but feel like we were home. The staff were exceptional in their politeness...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Located in St. Catherines, Ontario, the largest city in Canada's Niagara region, Mount Carmel Home is an assisted living community that is dedicated to keeping its residence mobile and social. Surrounded by the Welland Canal and neighbouring, picturesque Niagara-on-the-Lake, Mount Carmel Home is...
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Overall rating: They "sold" my mom on the quality of living at the residence, making promises, which they mostly come through on, if you can find someone and ask several times. Cleanliness: The facility is...
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.
Situated in the beautiful community of St. Catharines — in the heart of Ontario's wine country — Anchor Pointe combines tasteful elegance with exceptional convenience. Our community is just minutes from shopping, dining, health care and local attractions like Chateau des Charmes, Strewn Winery,...
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My mother has been a resident at Villa de Rose for one year. The residence is very clean, bright, and open with a large atrium which is especially great for socializing and activities when the weather is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Celebrate a New Beginning!At Villa De Rose we offer the benefits of both independent and assisted living for retirees. We are committed to providing alternatives that allow our residents the freedom to live as they prefer. When needed, you can be rest assured our trained and professional staff...
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Eden turned out to be an excellent fit for my Uncle. The staff is warm and welcoming; they made sure to give him the time he needed to adjust to his new environment. It's very clean, and bright and there is...
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.
Eden Heights of West SenecaEden Heights is an assisted living community that is found among the rolling hills and wide open skies of West Seneca, NY. Our community is only minutes from downtown Buffalo, which gives visiting relatives plenty of lodging and dining choices during their visit. Eden...
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My father in law has been at Montabaur for over 6 years and has had a great time. The have accommodating staff and a well kept facility. Both of my parents have done independent living in multiple facilities...
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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Dad’s experience at Baywinde Sage Harbor was a very good one. He had many caring aides and nurses and the caring went all the way to the top administrators. The meals were good and the staff always were...
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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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.
Built in 1988 by Barbara Waters, The Willows was established as a 22 bed adult home for people that needed minimal assistance and who wanted to live life to the fullest. Residents can relax and enjoy without the worry of medication management, cooking, housework or entertainment/socialization. ...
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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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.
If you love living in a community with an historic presence, you will love residing with Urban Park Towers located Lockport, Niagara County, New York. Lockport is an historic canal town, just minutes from beautiful and scenic Niagara Falls, New York, the honeymoon capital of the Northeast....
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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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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.
Mount View Assisted Living is a 150 bed assisted living community located on a park-like campus in the Town of Lockport. Our beautifully landscaped grounds feature a large patio with a gazebo, pergola, flower & vegetable gardens and a walking path through the tall pines. Smoking is permitted...
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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.
Brothers of Mercy Sacred Heart HomeBrothers of Mercy Sacred Heart Home is a assisted living community located in Clarence, NY. The city of Clarence is located in Erie County, northeast of Buffalo, and home to about 30,000 people. Carmel is a small town with several parks and creeks, where...
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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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This is the best community for my mother, and her needs. I couldn't be any more satisfied with all they have done for us. She is in very good hands, and receiving good care. They have an adequate staff, and...
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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.
Our recently built state of the art facility sits upon twenty beautifully landscaped acres. Bristol Village is located in the heart of Clarence Center off Clarence Center Road in a quiet community that supports its neighbor's safety and overall well-being. We are...
Cost of independent living in Shelby, NY
The average cost of senior living in Shelby is $3,174 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Niagara Falls, NY with an average of $2,868 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelby, NY vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about independent living in Shelby
Recent reviews for independent living in Shelby
The Village at Mill Landing in Rochester, NY
4.6
Making many phone calls to various facilities became overwhelming. A Place for Mom was a one stop, thorough referral source that saved me so much time. My parents also had very unique specifications for an assisted-living facility and A Place for Mom helped them to locate a place that met their ...
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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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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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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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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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Frequently Asked Questions
Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Brookdale Kenmore and The Addison of Willow Pond are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shelby, New York. See full list of communities.
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