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The cost of independent living in The Cape is about $4,424 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 28 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 New Paltz, Middletown and Newburgh.

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Physically blessed with views of the stunning Shawangunk Ridge, Woodland Pond offers courteous, caring, competent staff at every level. Resident comfort , satisfaction, and safety are central to all...
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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Unfortunately, my cousin was only there for about 2 1/2 weeks then took a fall. Hospitalized and now in rehab. No fault of Braemar, her Parkinsons is progressing quickly. She didn't adapt enough to...
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.
Opened in April 2015, Braemar at Wallkill offers seniors in the Hudson Valley a modern, high-quality assisted living residence. Our four-story, 135,000 square-foot property features Adirondack-style accents and one and two-bedroom apartments. We offer on and off-site programming, multiple dining...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in The Cape, NY

The average cost of senior living in The Cape is $4,424 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jeffersonville, NY with an average of $3,168 per month.

Independent living costs in The Cape, NY, vs. nearby cities

The Cape, NY
$4,439/mo
$4,304/mo

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

The Cape, NY
$4,439/mo
U.S. national average
$4,210/mo

Independent living costs in The Cape, NY, vs. other senior living options

$5,485/mo
Independent Living
$4,439/mo

Independent living costs in The Cape, NY, by floor plan type

Senior living costs in The Cape 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: The Cape, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThe Cape, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$4,439/mo$4,754/mo$4,210/mo
Assisted Living$4,116/mo$5,915/mo$4,749/mo
Memory Care$5,485/mo$6,006/mo$5,012/mo
Independent Living
The Cape, NY:$4,439/mo
New York:$4,754/mo
U.S.:$4,210/mo
Assisted Living
The Cape, NY:$4,116/mo
New York:$5,915/mo
U.S.:$4,749/mo
Memory Care
The Cape, NY:$5,485/mo
New York:$6,006/mo
U.S.:$5,012/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in The Cape

Recent reviews for independent living in The Cape

Glen Arden in Goshen, NY

5.0
My friends Mom lives in this community. She moved in about 7 months ago after losing her husband. She is thriving in this environment. She lives independently, has transportation if she needs it and lives amongst some really nice people. She has a better social life than I do. I had dinner ...
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Mountain Valley Manor in Kingston, NY

4.2
The owners aren't very friendly. I believe they are short staffed. I asked how much it would cost for more assistance for my loved one due to a medical condition. There are times where my loved one will have bed sores due to wet conditions. The community didn't even do a virtual visit for a ...
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Braemar Living at Wallkill in Middletown, NY

4.3
We picked this community because, it was a smaller unit. I thought that, my loved one would get the care that was needed.. We picked this community, because my loved was able to get a big room, with no roommate. There is a kitchenette and bathroom. My loved one fit in very well and everyone is ...
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The Cape independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in The Cape independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in The Cape, 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 The Cape 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 The Cape partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
The Cape, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.7%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.1%
34.9%
No sugar
No sugar
26.1%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
34.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.7%
10.9%
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Availability of select dining options in The Cape 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 The Cape communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
The Cape, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.7%
37%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.1%
44%
Room service
Room service
13%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in The Cape 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 The Cape offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
The Cape, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.1%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13%
28.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.7%
33.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.7%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.1%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.8%
54.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.1%
43.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.4%
38.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.7%
42.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
21.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.4%
33.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
40%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.1%
47%
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