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The cost of independent living in Southfields is about $6,518 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 536 options. Read 9491 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 Lester Senior Housing Community Life in Whippany
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Our family has been very happy with Lester. Our brother is also very happy there. They are very attentive to their residents. They have so many activities to keep the residents happy & busy. Very friendly...
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.
Caring for the elderly is more than a Jewish tradition…it is a tenet that has been passed from generation to generation and lives today within the hearts and minds of the families within our community. As an extension of this commitment the Lester Senior Housing community was developed by the...
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3939 Floor plans available
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8.5
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Brookdale for 9 years. During that the resident the staff took tremendous care of her. I never lost a night's sleep. They watched over her and informed me if she wasn't ok. Brookdale's staff was a second...
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 Capstone is Manhattan’s premier destination for luxury independent senior living. Nestled in North Battery Park, our community combines the serenity of riverside living with the vibrancy of New York City life. Here, residents enjoy spacious, thoughtfully designed residences, curated programs...
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8.5
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They have SO much staff. This is not a place where the residents ever feel neglected. They're all very nice from my experience. The level of care seems phenomenal. If your relative is a bit independent they...
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.
The Regency at Glen Cove is an assisted living residence providing a nurturing environment for seniors. In our inclusive monthly fee, The Regency offers the amenities of home including large spacious accommodations, dining services, cable television, daily housekeeping (including fresh towels...
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Photo of The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights
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8.5
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My sister was there for a respite stay following surgery. I found the staff to be professional, competent and courteous in all their dealings with me on behalf of my sister (the client), often going above...
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.
The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights offers studios along with one and two-bedroom residences for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Independent and Assisted Living residences include designer kitchens or kitchenettes, private balconies, and modern bathrooms with zero-threshold...
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33 Floor plans available
8.5
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Staff are amazing. I know there's a lot of work always to be done, so if there is a room need (e.g., fixing shower head or bathroom light motion sensor), it may just take time for it to be fixed. But...
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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My aunt entered Waterford in May and now I finally have peace of mind in knowing that she is being well taken care of...from eating properly and bathing. She is also involved in their daily activities which...
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.
The Waterford on the Bay is Brooklyn's premier waterfront senior living residence. It is one of the most popular assisted living residences which feature a luxurious, hotel-like atmosphere, five-star concierge assistance, daily housekeeping, and a lavish fine dining room, our mission is to...
Photo of Brookdale Emerson
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I was nervous about moving in. I have grown to love it. The food has improved a lot and I see more improvement is happening. The entertainment and magician is great! The staff and residents are very kind 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.
Redefine your independence and do more every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our assisted living and memory care community could be right for you. So go ahead and take a dancing class or join your...
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Photo of The Apsley by Sunrise
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Wonderful physical environment, many activities offered, very professional staff. Would definitely recommend them. People should be aware that they're very pricey
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.
Introducing The Apsley by Sunrise: a new standard of senior living on the Upper West Side. Offering best-in-class assisted living and memory care, this 19-story community is a place where your next chapter can exceed your expectations. Discover an extraordinary senior living journey deeply...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westfield
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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My only experience is with memory care unit. I would rate the unit as a 5 on my limited visits due to geographic proximity. My loved one is being treated well and communication is good. They seem to have...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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Photo of The Residence at Basking Ridge
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They have an open menu from 7 to 7 and they could order anything that they wanted. Loads of activities, including happy hour every day at 3:30 and excursions. After less than one year, her rent went 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.
Nestled in the heart of Bernards Township, and conveniently located off of I-287, the community is close to shops, recreation & entertainment, dining, the popular Farmstead Arts Center and so much more. The Residence at Basking Ridge offers an array of services catered to seniors. At The...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge
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8.4
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Arbor Terrace offers numerous opportunities for resident engagement. The staff is very attentive. Meal time offers another opportunity for socialization and the food (by menu) is wonderful. We are in a shred...
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.
Photo of Atria Park of Lynbrook
1919 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of staff. Yes, we for sure would recommend Atria Park of Lynbrook to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
For more than 20 years, Atria Lynbrook has proudly served the families of Nassau County. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation to enhance its beauty and functionality, scheduled for completion in March 2020. Residents will enjoy a host of...
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Photo of Kittay Senior Apartments
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The staff has been extremely helpful and patient - from the very start when we were just inquiring about [name removed], to the multiple visits, to move in, to my father settling in.
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.
Kittay - CHOSEN AS ONE OF THE "BEST OF SNEIOR LIVING 2020" BY SENIOR ADVISOR.COM - is an independent living community where tenants can live on their own, in a place that encourages their independence, creativity, vitality, and spunk – all with the level of support that’s right for them.Kittay...
Photo of Sunrise of Morris Plains
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The facility is very nice, clean and homey The staff seem to be attentive although my friend says they do not respond when she presses her call button. But I cannot verify the accuracy of that comment. 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.
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 Brighton Gardens of Florham Park
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I would rate every item a 5. Very happy with them. Actually I don't know about food since I've never eaten there and my mother has dementia so she can't tell me whether she likes or not
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.
Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...
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Photo of Brandywine Summit by Monarch
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I would say it's been wonderful! He has certain caregivers that he has really connected with. Everyone has been incredibly responsive and helpful with the adjustment.
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.
Brandywine Summit blends small-town charm with the convenience of big-city access, creating a community where peace of mind, personalized care, and meaningful connection come together effortlessly. Nestled in the heart of vibrant Summit, New Jersey, residents enjoy the best of both worlds—just...
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Photo of The Delaney at The Green
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The facilities that they found for my MIL were nice and they were varied. So there are choices that fit your personality and needs. They are very accommodating, service oriented, wonderful facilities,...
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.
The Delaney at The Green is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the charming town of Florham Park, New Jersey. Designed to provide a luxurious and vibrant lifestyle for seniors, this community offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and personalized care.The Delaney boasts a...
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Photo of Monarch Coopers Corner
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I am very happy with the service they provide. The facility is amazing. Clean, new, fresh and tons of natural light and outdoor space for the residents. The spaces are well proportioned and thoughtfully...
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 HOMETOWN SETTING WITH THE WORLD AT YOUR FEET ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE 72 RESIDENCES MONTHLY RENTALAN EXCLUSIVE WELLNESS DESTINATION: UNDERSTATED LUXURY Senior Living Refined, bespoke, original, captivating, and local – finally, a retirement community designed to echo the people of...
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Photo of Maplewood at Darien
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The staff is so welcoming and friendly. The apartments on the upper floors have lots of light. And the 1 bedroom is a great size. Everything is very clean and the food smells great!
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 Darien is an assisted living and memory care residents for the most discerning seniors. Exquisite interior desgin, an enthusiastic and experienced staff of associates, engaging social and cultural enrichments opportunities, and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients...
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Beautiful new facility. Love the layout of the memory care wing - It is just as nice as the assisted living side, and it gives memory care patients some independence while in a safe, supervised setting. I've...
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.
MODEL APARMENTS NOW AVAILABLE!The Chelsea at Washington Township will be the crème de la crème of Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents will be supported by Chelsea’s highly skilled and experienced staff in a lavish setting.The community will be located on historic Pascack Road, just steps...
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I thought they did a good job of getting [name removed] out and about from her room. At some point there were no hand soap in the bathrooms which is a HUGE problem in senior home. Staff said supply issues...
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.
Spring Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...
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Photo of Brandywine Mahwah by Monarch
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I rate everyone a 5. They have been great. Dad was in failing health and they took the time to assist us with anything we needed, the care they are giving Mom has been great
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.
Brandywine Mahwah is setting a new benchmark for senior living in Bergen County. With soaring ceilings, sun-drenched interiors, and brand-new renovations throughout, our community blends modern luxury with the warmth of home. Every space has been thoughtfully designed to deliver comfort,...
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My mom had a tough adjustment to her new home, but everyone at Sunrise helped with making her feel at home. Everyone from the staff is so nice and were so patient with my mom. They did everything they...
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 the beautiful residential area of Bergen County, just 30 minutes from New York City, Sunrise of Franklin Lakes provides the very best in personalized care and services to seniors—including assisted living and memory care—in elegant surroundings. Our community is close to the...
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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.
Surrounded by shady, tall trees in a family-friendly neighborhood, Gallagher Home is close to many local amenities that make running errands and continuing personal care convenient. With grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, and fitness centers all in the area, seniors can take care of their...
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Lovely apartment, very Welcoming staff and residents, excellent food- but inadequate gym and activity space. I certainly recommend this residence- very well located, one hour by train to New York City, near...
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.
Edgehill, a lifecare community by Benchmark Senior Living is conveniently located on the border of Stamford and Greenwich. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Nursing Care. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and...
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Cost of independent living in Southfields, NY

The average cost of senior living in Southfields is $6,518 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washingtonville, NY with an average of $4,715 per month.

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

Southfields, NY
$6,518/mo
$5,811/mo

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

Southfields, NY
$6,518/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

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

$7,263/mo
Independent Living
$6,518/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,689/mo
Studio
$5,329/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,386/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,310/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,675/mo

Senior living costs in Southfields 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: Southfields, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouthfields, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,518/mo$4,785/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$7,169/mo$5,967/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$7,263/mo$6,062/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Southfields, NY:$6,518/mo
New York:$4,785/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Southfields, NY:$7,169/mo
New York:$5,967/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Southfields, NY:$7,263/mo
New York:$6,062/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
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Independent living costs in Southfields, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Southfields 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
Southfields, NY$4,871/mo$4,688/mo+3.9%
New York$3,749/mo$3,654/mo+2.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Southfields, NY
2024 average cost:$4,871/mo
2023 average cost:$4,688/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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 Southfields

Recent reviews for independent living in Southfields

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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Southfields independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southfields independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southfields, 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 Southfields 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 Southfields partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Southfields, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.8%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.9%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
41.1%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Southfields 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 Southfields communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Southfields, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.1%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
36.3%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.9%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southfields 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 Southfields offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Southfields, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.1%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.6%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.2%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46.1%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
32.5%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.7%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.2%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Christian Fellowship House, Atria Forest Hills and Twin Cedar Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Southfields, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 536 independent living facilities near Southfields, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Southfields, 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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