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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Alabama, NY
The cost of independent living in South Alabama is about $3,138 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 314 options. Read 1989 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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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...
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.
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...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lancaster CommonsLocated just minutes away from great local shopping and local restaurants lies Lancaster Commons, a senior apartment community, in Lancaster, Erie County, New York. Sports fans know that Lancaster Commons is very close to the First Niagara Center in downtown Buffalo, where the...
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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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My mother, [Name removed], was a resident for 4 years at the Greenfield Court. The nursing staff is professional, friendly and give exceptional care to the residents. The Social worker was always...
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
StoneGate Apartment Homes is a unique 55 and over community. We are luxury senior apartments in the Williamsville, New York area. Our residents enjoy the privacy of having their own home as well as the enjoyment of daily community activities. StoneGate has both one and two bedroom apartments as...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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I have regularily been going there for over six years and It has never had a smell of any kind. It is very clean and the food is very good. I have had two relatives there, one of which is my mom. I...
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.
Elderwood St. Gregory Court offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities, and beautiful...
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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
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: 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, 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
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
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: 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
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.
Presbyterian Village of North Church is an independent living community in the charming village of Williamsville in Erie County, NY. Williamsville is located approximately twenty minutes northeast of Buffalo. The town is divided by Ellicott Creek, which is known for the spectacular Glen Falls....
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: 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.
Cost of independent living in South Alabama, NY
The average cost of senior living in South Alabama is $3,138 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Springs, NY with an average of $2,834 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Alabama, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Alabama, NY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Alabama vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Alabama, NY by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in South Alabama over time
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What families are saying about independent living in South Alabama
Recent reviews for independent living in South Alabama
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.
Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
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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 helpful staff. Several reviews from communities like The Amberleigh, The Gables of Brighton, and Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst praise the kindness and attentiveness of their loved ones' caregivers. Residents and their families express gratitude for the long-term relationships they have formed wi ...
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Varied and enjoyable activities. Communities like River Edge Manor, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities, St. Charles Village, and FayeBrooke on Youngs provide residents with a wide range of activities tailored to their interests. Activities include musical performances, exercise classes, and outings to local attractions.
Dining services that accommodate dietary needs. Reviews for communities such as Baywinde Senior Living, Legacy at Clover Blossom, and Montabaur Heights highlight the importance of customized meal plans to cater to individual dietary restrictions and preferences. Many residents look forward to meals and enjoy the quality and variety of f ...
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Thoughtfully designed and maintained interior spaces. Residents of communities like River Edge Manor, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities, Legacy at Grande Vie, and Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces, including private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor gardens. These communities t ...
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Communication between staff and families. Families of residents at communities like St. Charles Village, Legacy at Clover Blossom, and The Addison of Parklands value the ongoing conversations they have with staff to ensure care needs are met. Regular meetings and updates help families feel confident and informed about their loved ...
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Customized care plans for individual needs. Communities like The Amberleigh, The Addison of Willow Pond, and Pinehurst, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities offer personalized care plans for residents based on their unique needs. Residents' independence and autonomy are respected while ensuring their safety and well-being.
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South Alabama independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Alabama independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Alabama, 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 South Alabama 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 South Alabama 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
16.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.9%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in South Alabama 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 South Alabama communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
16.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Alabama 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 South Alabama offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.1%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.6%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
31.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
16.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.7%
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 South Alabama, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 314 independent living facilities near South Alabama, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Alabama, 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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Independent Living in Cities Near South Alabama
- Williamsville, New York
- Clarence, New York
- Lockport, New York
- Amherst, New York
- Brockport, New York
- Batavia, New York
- Lancaster, New York
- Medina, New York
- Le Roy, New York
- Depew, New York
- Alden, New York
- Akron, New York
- Churchville, New York
- Bergen, New York
- Lyndonville, New York
- Ridgewood, New York
- Clarendon, New York
- Cheektowaga, New York
- Getzville, New York
- Corfu, New York
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