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The cost of independent living in Sterling Forest is about $6,616 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 529 options. Read 8780 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 The Chelsea at Fair Lawn
1111 Photos available
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My aunt is currently living there, and our experience with the management team at Chelsea has been excellent. They’ve been incredibly helpful in getting new residents settled in and truly make everyone feel...
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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Photo of Atria Glen Cove
1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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My parents needed a place that made them comfortable as they start to need more medical attention in the coming years. Atria was great for what they need for activities, high end amenities and great people.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 city of Glen Cove is a community like no other. Nestled in the woods of Long Island's North Shore, Glen Cove is an ideal place to call home. Since 1997, Atria Glen Cove has been a proud part of this special community, actively involved in all facets of life here. Now, Atria Glen Cove has been...
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Photo of Sunrise of Madison
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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My mom just got to Sunrise [date removed]. She was in the hospital and rehab previously. I am not up there, I'm down in Florida. So I could give you feedback based on things family members are telling me,...
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 Sunrise of Mill Basin
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Things get done after Mom or I call the people in charge. Mom says most of the daily activities get boring. She loves special activities for holidays. Music concerts are great. The staff cares. Sometimes...
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 The Chelsea at Greenburgh
1616 Photos available
4747 Floor plans available
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This is specifically for the memory care unit. The staff are very friendly and helpful, but you definitely need to follow up on questions and requests. They are proactive about notifying me when my father...
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.
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of West Orange
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They have done a wonderful job taking care of Mom. Their experience bring confidence. They see person as an individual and get to know THAT person. Very happy with our decision to send my mom to this...
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.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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Photo of Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
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All the staff there were wonderful. From the top to the bottom. They were as concerned about my brother's care as I was. They were on top of his needs and how to handle them. Everyone went out of their way...
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 Strawberry Hill is the sparkling new assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in a friendly neighborhood close to the Norwalk-Westport line, just minutes to major highways and trains. We are part of an innovative, locally based company and not part of a large...
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Photo of Allendale Senior Living Community
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Most assisted living facilities require a minimum 30 day reservation for respite stays. Allendale Senior Living has no minimum stay requirements. The facility is clean and is staffed by very competent staff...
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.
If you're looking for a community where you can age gracefully and that offers a full continuum of care, look no further than Allendale Senior Living Community! Located in Bergen County, New Jersey,our enhanced approach to senior living offers all the comforts of home, while providing you the...
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Photo of The Chelsea at New City
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Lots of activities. Exercise classes, craft classes, group discussions, monthly staff-resident meetings. Staff who listen to residents concerns. Excellent chef
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.
Now Open! Atria New City, in Clarkstown, is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. Conveniently located in a residential neighborhood near Main Street, the community will offer what you are looking for in...
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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 Mira Vie Montville
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I would. Great place to live. The staff is friendly and the food is good. They provide many activities and help you feel welcome
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 Morris County, Mira Vie Montville offers several senior living options in a comfortable setting. Our spacious community offers areas to sit and meet new people, space to enjoy a book from our library, opportunities to listen to a resident or guest play our piano, or take a relaxing...
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Photo of Mira Vie Clifton
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Super friendly staff. Facility well located near highways. Less ideal is residents want to walk outside of the premises. My mom liked to take long walks and was slightly restrained by the location
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.
Find abundant activities and top-notch, customized care at Mira Vie Clifton, in scenic upstate New Jersey. This secure assisted living community encourages independence in a safe environment, additionally offering memory care services to meet the needs of your loved one. Mira Vie Clifton is...
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Photo of Brookdale West Orange
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Staff are professional and caring, variety of activities, food is good to fair, and studio apartment is the right size for my mother-in-law. Medical staff are attentive and professional. Beautiful wooded...
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.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. And our community is just 30 minutes away from New York City so you can enjoy all the great shopping and restaurants that...
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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 Fleetwood
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Food is really bad - very small portions. Soup is watered down - long waits to be served Residents and most staff are very friendly - good community feeling
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 The Club at Briarcliff Manor
2222 Photos available
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I am not sure how to answer value for cost as we are in independent living & there is no medical care etc. As for value etc. I can't compare it to any other facility as this is the only one I have lived...
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.
Unsurpassed luxury meets modern living in a community that is reimagining care. Experience the pinnacle of sophistication and service at The Club at Briarcliff Manor, New York’s premier senior living community. Enjoy life in an upscale setting with top-tier service and amenities from a...
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Photo of Sunrise of Old Tappan
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The staff and surroundings give Sunrise a very homey feeling! Everyone has been excellent in accommodating to my husband's needs. He has nothing but good things to say by the way he's been treated! And he...
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.
Sunrise of Old Tappan, located in northern New Jersey, just 30 miles from Manhattan, offers assisted living, memory care, respite care and coordination of hospice care to seniors in Bergen County, Rockland County, and New York City. Oakes Park, located directly adjacent to our community, is a...
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Photo of Promenade at Blue Hill
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My mom was hospitalized recently and then put into rehab. People from Promenade visited her and even brought her flowers. We couldn't wait to get her out of the rehab and back to Promenade where we truly...
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.
Seniors live happily, in comfort and with dignity at our family owned and operated, state-of-the art dual-care community. For many, it's like being home; for others, it's even better. Natural light, indoor and outdoor courtyards and walking paths, and specially planned activities and services —...
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Photo of Villa St. Francis
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The facility is clean and well run and my mother is very happy. The administrator at Villa St. Francis , [name removed], went above and beyond for us during the process.
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.
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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 Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd
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The night staff that I interacted with every night while my father was in hospice care were absolutely wonderful. They were not only careful and sweet to my father, but they were very kind to me and my...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 House of the Good Shepherd (The House) is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) certified by the Department of Community Affairs of New Jersey and is located in Hackettstown, N.J.The House offers housing, services, and healthcare ranging from Independent apartments through Assisted...
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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 Brandywine Livingston by Monarch
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What I like the most about the community are the people - the staff is not only friendly but helpful. We have some really nice people living here who offer help to the new people. We already feel very...
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 Livingston combines the comforts of home with the peace of mind that comes from knowing support is always close at hand. Located in one of New Jersey’s most sought-after towns, our community blends elegant living, personalized care, and genuine connection—offering residents a lifestyle...
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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
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.
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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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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Cost of independent living in Sterling Forest, NY

The average cost of senior living in Sterling Forest is $6,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, NY with an average of $3,962 per month.

Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, vs. nearby cities

Sterling Forest, NY
$6,616/mo

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

Sterling Forest, NY
$6,616/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, vs. other senior living options

$7,449/mo
Independent Living
$6,616/mo

Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,255/mo
Studio
$5,561/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,313/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,496/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,540/mo

Senior living costs in Sterling Forest 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: Sterling Forest, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSterling Forest, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,616/mo$4,740/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$7,597/mo$5,893/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$7,449/mo$5,983/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Sterling Forest, NY:$6,616/mo
New York:$4,740/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Sterling Forest, NY:$7,597/mo
New York:$5,893/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Sterling Forest, NY:$7,449/mo
New York:$5,983/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sterling Forest 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
Sterling Forest, NY$4,717/mo$4,559/mo+3.5%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Sterling Forest, NY
2024 average cost:$4,717/mo
2023 average cost:$4,559/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sterling Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in Sterling Forest

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Numerous reviews from communities like Arbor Terrace Teaneck, Mira Vie West Milford, and Holiday Manor at Woodside express appreciation for the dedicated and compassionate staff. They go above and beyond to make newcomers feel welcome and ensure residents receive the best care possible.
Variety of engaging activities. Activities were a highlight for several residents in communities such as Fellowship Community, Flushing House, and Kittay Senior Apartments. They offer a diverse range of activities catering to various interests, from arts and crafts to fitness classes and educational lectures.
Attentive and personalized care. Reviews at communities like The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights, Flushing House, and Holiday Manor at Woodside praise the individualized attention given to each resident, ensuring their unique needs are met and accommodated.
Delicious and well-balanced meals. Throughout reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At communities like Bentley Commons at Paragon Village, Thrive at Montvale, and Atria on Roslyn Harbor, the culinary team takes dietary restrictions and individual preferences into ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents in communities such as The Mews, Atria Stamford, and Holiday Manor at Woodside often mention the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces, as well as the modern and spacious design that promotes comfort and independence.
Close-knit community atmosphere. Several reviews from communities like Holiday Manor at Woodside, Arbor Terrace Teaneck, and Sunrise of Cresskill highlight the warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff form genuine connections and support one another.
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Sterling Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling Forest, 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 Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.4%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.9%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
34.8%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.8%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.6%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.9%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.9%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
31.2%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Forest Hills, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Atria West 86 are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sterling Forest, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 529 independent living facilities near Sterling Forest, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sterling Forest, 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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