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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Watkins Glen, NY
The cost of independent living in Watkins Glen is about $3,705 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 80 options. Read 310 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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Muldoon Gardens is a senior housing community that is located in Waverly, Tioga County, New York. We are surrounded by beautiful flowers and other parts of nature that ensure our surroundings are calm, peaceful, serene and enjoyable for anyone that is here. We are extremely pleased of 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.
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.
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.
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
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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.
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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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.
Greenbriar is a 37 bed Adult Home located in Homer, NY. We have been in business for 35 years. Our facility is licensed by the state of New York. We provide medication management, supervision of diets, we assist with bathing, dressing and all other activities of daily living. We also do laudry...
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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.
Ferris Hills at West Lake is nestled on 57 acres overlooking beautiful Canandaigua Lake. A healthy outlook begins with an open, airy décor that incorporates hand painted wall murals of local scenes, framed artwork, aesthetic furnishings and decorative accessories throughout. Wellness programs...
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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.
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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.
Established in 1962 and located in the Historic District of Auburn, NY, we are a private pay Senior Care facility for individuals over the age of 60. We have 37 Adult Home Level private rooms. Staff supervision provided 24/7. Each resident room has its own 1/2 bathroom (toilet and sink). There...
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.
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: 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 Watkins Glen, NY
The average cost of senior living in Watkins Glen is $3,705 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hammondsport, NY with an average of $2,869 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Watkins Glen
Recent reviews for independent living in Watkins Glen
Ashton Place Senior Living in Clifton Springs, NY
4.5
We like living at Ashton Place. Some of our friends already lived here and that helped us with the decision to choose this community. We enjoy the evening meal and they offer a variety of choices. The food is one of the best aspects of the community. They offer six to seven daily activities ...
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Clark Meadows in Canandaigua, NY
4.0
My loved one has her own nice apartment in the assisted living section of this community. She worked with the physical therapy department for a short time and has improved so much. They offer healthy meals and she is enjoying it there. This community is combined with the independent community. ...
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Seneca Lake Terrace in Geneva, NY
4.6
Seneca Terrace is very supportive and approachable regarding any questions or concerns. Always willing to assist however they can. It is a family friendly atmosphere. They understand the challenges of their residents and work with the family to best meet their needs.
Watkins Glen independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watkins Glen independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watkins Glen, 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 Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen 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
16.9%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
14.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.3%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.2%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
9.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.8%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
19.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
23.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
11.3%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.9%
45.7%
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Brookdale Castle Gardens, Ashton Place Senior Living and Seneca Lake Terrace are the top-rated independent living facilities near Watkins Glen, New York. See full list of communities.
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