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The cost of independent living in Sherwood is about $4,691 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 26 options. Read 81 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 Seneca Lake Terrace
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We liked it & she liked it Her room was very nice and the staff were wonderful She fell & broke bones and needed to go into a Rehab for PT The assessment is that she needs skilled nursing & won't be able to...
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.
Seneca Lake Terrace is an assisted living community located in Geneva, NY; nestled in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Wonderful, dedicated and caring staff! Residents love the food and fun at Seneca Lake Terrace. Minutes from Seneca Lake and Downtown Geneva. Limited beds available, call today!...
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The staff is very attentive to the residents . My mom really likes the food there. There are activities throughout the week to keep them busy. Overall, I am just very impressed with what I have experienced...
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.
Walden Place offers an active lifestyle with premier services and amenities-- in a warm family, oriented community. We realize that you are looking for a community that offers the services of a well respected Assisted Living community, but we want to offer you more. We want to preserve your...
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My grandmother's situation was very difficult. She was used to living on her own and not having very serious health problems. Getting her into the Brookdale facility in Ithaca was a very hard transition for...
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.
Do more of what you love.Here at our enhanced assisted living community, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or learning something new like a painting class, you have choices for how you spend your...
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The moment I moved in I fell in love with the staff here. They have been helpful from the start. I pulled up with my son and his truck full of my stuff. A couple of nice gentlemen helped my family unload the...
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.
About Northbrook Heights Assisted Living Community Northbrook Heights Assisted Living Community is celebrating 40 years of excellence in providing quality care service for the senior population in the community of Auburn, New York and surrounding counties since 1974. Situated in a quiet and...
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The Athenaeum is the best assisted living facility in all of Central New York. Everyone is so nice and they provide excellent care. It is a sad day when a loved one can no longer live in their own home. ...
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.
The Athenaeum of Skaneateles has been an established subsidiary of Peregrine Health Management, respectfully serving the elderly community in Central New York since 2007. Our Executive Director, Trudy Scarr, has more than 25 years of nursing experience and our staff offers varied experience in...
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It is awesomely clean. They have gone through staffing issues. They play bingo, and have arts/crafts sometimes. We picked this community because, my loved one needed 24/7 care, it was affordable and clean....
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.
When You Rent a Senior Apartment at Brick Corner Senior Independent Living you will have the feeling of being at home without the constant worry of being home alone, routine home maintenance, housekeeping, or meal preparation. We embrace small hometown values, integrity and joyful living. Our...
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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.
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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.
Established in 1962 and located in the Historic District of Auburn, NY, we are a private pay Senior Care facility for individuals over the age of 60. We have 37 Adult Home Level private rooms. Staff supervision provided 24/7. Each resident room has its own 1/2 bathroom (toilet and sink). There...
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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
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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: 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: 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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
Greenbriar is a 37 bed Adult Home located in Homer, NY. We have been in business for 35 years. Our facility is licensed by the state of New York. We provide medication management, supervision of diets, we assist with bathing, dressing and all other activities of daily living. We also do laudry...

Cost of independent living in Sherwood, NY

The average cost of senior living in Sherwood is $4,691 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Geneva, NY with an average of $3,387 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sherwood, NY vs. nearby cities

Sherwood, NY
$4,691/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sherwood, NY vs. the state and national average

Sherwood, NY
$4,691/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sherwood vs. other types of senior living

$5,601/mo
Independent Living
$4,691/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sherwood, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,888/mo
Studio
$5,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,996/mo
2 Bedroom
$1,800/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Sherwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Sherwood

Seneca Lake Terrace in Geneva, NY

4.6
Seneca Terrace is very supportive and approachable regarding any questions or concerns. Always willing to assist however they can. It is a family friendly atmosphere. They understand the challenges of their residents and work with the family to best meet their needs.

North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
I was reluctant to move to assisted living. I have always lived on my own. My family and doctor we're very persistent that I needed the extra help. I have to say, as much as I hate to admit it, they were right. The staff here have been so sweet and helpful. It's like have 5 grandchildren around ...
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Walden Place in Cortland, NY

4.8
The staff at Walden Place are very helpful and cooperative, especially considering that they are short-staffed. They are doing the very best they can. And the staff who are there are great. The facility has been very nice. It's very comfortable, and they decorate nicely for every little ...
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Sherwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sherwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sherwood, 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 Sherwood 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 Sherwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sherwood, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sherwood 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 Sherwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sherwood, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
4.2%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sherwood 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 Sherwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sherwood, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
20.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.8%
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