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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Southwest Oswego, NY

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The cost of independent living in Southwest Oswego is about $4,068 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 78 options. Read 760 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 Valehaven Home For Adults 2 (A)
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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.
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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.
Photo of The Legends at North Ponds
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Ashley Woods, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities
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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: 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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Due to covid we have not been able to see much of the community but from what we have seen it looks to be pretty clean. Once again due to covid the activities are on and off. Given the current circumstances...
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.
Part of The Family Service Communities organization, The Northfield is a 69-apartment Enriched Living Facility licensed by the New York State Department of Health. Conveniently located just outside the village of Fairport, The Northfield offers many amenities including three cooked meals served...
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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.
Photo of Assisted Living at Fairport Baptist Homes
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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.
Established in 1904 as a retirement home, Fairport Baptist Homes enjoys a rich history of providing the quality, personal care seniors so rightfully deserve. Throughout the decades, we’ve constantly looked to adapt, innovate and grow. As generations, society and technology evolves, so do we. The...
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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.
Nestled in the heart of the Village of Penfield, NY, Legacy at Village Wood offers a vibrant, warm, and welcoming environment for older adults looking for a quaint, down-home, family-like atmosphere where they can live an independent lifestyle without the upkeep and uncertainty of home ownership....
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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.
Just minutes from the beautiful Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River, Ives Hill Retirement Community is located in Watertown, NY. This community borders the Ives Hill golf course and is situated in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood just minutes to professional medical offices and...
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Cost of independent living in Southwest Oswego, NY

The average cost of senior living in Southwest Oswego is $4,068 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sodus Point, NY with an average of $3,345 per month.

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

Southwest Oswego, NY
$4,068/mo
$4,229/mo

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

Southwest Oswego, NY
$4,068/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$5,359/mo
Independent Living
$4,068/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,486/mo
Studio
$4,359/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,417/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,435/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,593/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Southwest Oswego over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Southwest Oswego

Recent reviews for independent living in Southwest Oswego

Brookdale East Side in Fayetteville, NY

4.0
My loved one is a resident at Brookdale East Side. I would recommend this facility to others. The food is just okay. The housekeeping is good. I love the staff, they are very on top of things.

Heathwood Assisted Living at Penfield

4.0
Overall we have been happy and so has my mom. Her experience has been very positive - she has a lot of friends there and the staff, for the most part have been great.

Bishop's Commons in Oswego, NY

5.0
My mother has been at BC for almost four months now and could not be happier. She says she feels like she’s living in a 5 star hotel. All of the staff are not only professional but kind & caring. My mother has been able to maintain her independence but with a sense that there are people around ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Multiple reviews mention the warmth and kindness of staff and residents in various communities, creating a strong sense of family and belonging for new residents. For instance, at Holiday Maple Downs, the sales director went above and beyond by asking her mother to pray for a resident, and res ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Residents and families praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, apartments, and outdoor spaces in several communities, such as Parkwood Heights, where they mention the pristine bathrooms, renovated patio and dining room, and availability of on-site services like a podiatrist. The gro ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Families across several communities express their satisfaction with the quality and diversity of meals offered. At Baywinde Senior Living, residents appreciate the availability of personalized dining choices, while Towne Center Retirement Community residents mention enjoying great food and t ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer various activities tailored to residents' interests, allowing them to stay active and socially engaged. Activities mentioned in the reviews include bingo, arts and crafts, and outings to local attractions. At Brick Corner Independent Living, residents would appreciate more ou ...
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Thoughtful and responsive staff. Several reviews emphasize the importance of having supportive and attentive staff who are readily available to help residents with their needs. At Holiday Maple Downs, the aids and caregivers are described as friendly and professional, while The Addison of Willow Pond families appreciate the ...
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Strong sense of community. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of a strong sense of community within the senior living facilities. Residents at Legacy at Grande Vie feel that they have become a family, and at The Addison of Willow Pond, they celebrate birthdays, holidays, and special occasions together. This sen ...
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Southwest Oswego independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southwest Oswego independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southwest Oswego, 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 Southwest Oswego 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 Southwest Oswego 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
29%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Southwest Oswego 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 Southwest Oswego communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southwest Oswego 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 Southwest Oswego offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.7%
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Bishop's Commons, Holiday Maple Downs and Baywinde Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Southwest Oswego, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 78 independent living facilities near Southwest Oswego, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Southwest Oswego, New York are Bishop's Commons, 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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