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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Water Mill, NY
The cost of independent living in Water Mill is about $7,876 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 166 options. Read 2237 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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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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The town of Killingworth CT is equidistant from Middletown and Long Island Sound. You may have driven past it on Route 81 going to one of your favorite beaches in Clinton, Madison or Westbrook. We are easy to find from Route 9 and just a mile north of the Killingworth traffic circle. Come see why...
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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.
Chester Village West is a continuing care retirement community located in the picturesque lower Connecticut River Valley offering small town charm and special attention to service. Often tired of home upkeep, residents find that Chester Village West provides the services they need to maintain...
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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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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.
Habor Side Care Home is located in the heart of Mystic, CT in a beautiful harbor setting. This boutique assisted living facility is nestled in the historical district of Mystic. This twenty-five-bed facility offers five private rooms and ten semi-private rooms, offering assisted living services...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
A non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, Jefferson’s Ferry’s residents fully enjoy retirement without worrying about market swings, future health care needs, chores or maintenance. Sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, Jefferson’s Ferry boasts three levels of living: 248...
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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.
The Bove Health Center at Jefferson’s Ferry, a not-for-profit community sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, offers the highest level of independence possible for residents needing daily assistance. The 60 private enriched housing apartments are available for both short and...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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I like the care here from the great staff at this clean community. The meals are good and they have a great chief. They have a room with a beautiful view over lookng the ocean. I would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Seacrest Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the historic and scenic West Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut. West Haven has been an established township since 1648 and sits right along the shoreline, hosting a beautiful and relaxing beach. Our gorgeous senior living...
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I have lived here for about 20 years (basically since the complex opened) and I have never experienced better service. The landscape has looked absolutely incredible, the people that live here are extremely...
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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.
An active adult rental community located on the north shore of western suffolk county. Located near the Smithhaven Mall and Stonybrook University Hospital.The Waterfalls is a community consisting of 320 1 and 2 bedroom garden apartments. Residents enjoy an active clubhouse complete with formal...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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as a matter fo fact tis wonderful, were moving in first week in september its a beautiful palce and theyre one of the few places we found that were in our budget when we were looking for apartments. we were...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: 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.
Cost of independent living in Water Mill, NY
The average cost of senior living in Water Mill is $7,876 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dering Harbor, NY with an average of $3,645 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Water Mill
Recent reviews for independent living in Water Mill
Whisper Woods of Smithtown
4.9
The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff is friendly, helpful and attentive.
The nursing staff is on top of all the residents healthcare needs.
There are plenty of activities to interest everyone.
Our family feels blessed to have found this Assisted Living to care for our ...
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Academy Point at Mystic
5.0
Overall, it's been a great experience. My dad seems to be very happy there. The most appealing part is the being in a New England home feel. Not a nursing home environment. Dad is just on a vacation!
Wesley Village in Shelton, CT
5.0
My mom is doing great at Lifestyle Transitions. She loves living there and is doing very well.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as Holiday Cedar Woods and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC. Several residents have formed close relationships with caregivers and appreciate the long-term friendships that have developed.
Variety of activities to cater to residents' interests. Communities like The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC and Atria Hertlin Place offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. Some reviews mention movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and games as favorites.
Detailed and attentive communication. Families and residents praise the frequent and thorough conversations that community staff members have to ensure everyone is informed and care needs are being met, as noted in reviews for Solstice Senior Living at Guilford and StoneRidge Senior Care LLC dba StoneRidge. Regular meetings with ...
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Individualized care and attention. Several reviews for communities like Solstice Senior Living at Groton and Wesley Village mention the accommodating nature of caregivers, including quick and thoughtful adjustments made to help residents and their families during transitions.
Well-maintained common spaces and apartments. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas, as seen in The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC and Holiday Cedar Woods. Renovations and updates to communal areas and apartments are also mentioned as a positive factor.
Access to personal care services on-site. For residents who require additional care, having personal care services available on-site, as mentioned in reviews for Solstice Senior Living at Groton and Maplewood at Orange, can provide peace of mind for both residents and their families.
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Water Mill independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Water Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Water Mill, 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 Water Mill 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 Water Mill 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
22.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.9%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.1%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Water Mill 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 Water Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Water Mill 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 Water Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.2%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.9%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.6%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Village at Stratford, The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC and Maplewood at Orange are the top-rated independent living facilities near Water Mill, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 166 independent living facilities near Water Mill, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Water Mill, New York are Spring Village at Stratford, The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC and Maplewood at Orange. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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