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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Bergen, NY

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The cost of independent living in West Bergen is about $3,274 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 210 options. Read 1916 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: 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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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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Was expectibg one of the lower tier homes for the price but it’s very nice there!
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.
There’s something for everyone at Glenwell, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located in a quiet setting just around the corner from...
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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This is a nice very independent community. The staff have been friendly and knowledgeable. Mom has a nice apartment. This community does not offer a meal plan. They do have locked side doors. This community...
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.
For those age 55 plus young, The Woodlands Senior Housing offers gracious one and two bedroom suites in the country setting of Wheatfield, NY. Enjoy the view from your personal patio or catch up with friends and neighbors in the library and community rooms. Beautifully appointed facilities with...
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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.
Forestview Senior Village is a three-story independent living senior apartment complex for those age 55+ young that opened in January 2010. This 92-unit one and two bedroom senior housing community is an enhanced, yet very affordable alternative. Located in the quiet suburb of Wheatfield within...
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: 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.
Seneca Pointe Located in the heart of West Seneca, Erie County, New York, Seneca Pointe is a senior apartment community for people ages 55 and older, who are looking to live a happy and active lifestyle. On a beautiful day, enjoy a leisurely walk to nearby Market in the Square and the Southgate...
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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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My mother has been enjoying her stay at the Orchard Heights. The meals are wonderful I've had a chance to try them myself. They have a range of activities that the residents could engage in daily. The staff...
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.
At Orchard Heights our residents are welcomed into a caring community where they are surrounded by all the amenities of home, plus the personal attention of our dedicated staff. From around-the-clock care by licensed nurses and personal care assistants to activities tailored to residents and...
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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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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.
There’s something for everyone at Kenwell, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located just around the corner from shopping,...
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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.
Kibler Senior Apartments is a senior housing community situated in Tonawanda, New York which is found in the Erie County. The property was once a school from 1925 to 1983 before it was renovated to a senior housing community. It houses 74 units and is designed for seniors. The senior housing...
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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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We are very pleased with the Bristol home. Mom is also very happy there. She has made friends and is much more active. All personnel are friendly. We feel she is safe and well cared for.
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.
The Bristol Home is a non-profit assisted living facility located in the theatre district of Downtown Buffalo. The Bristol Home has served the needs of the area's elderly women for more than one hundred and thirty-five years. Our mission is to continue providing exceptional care and services to...
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They have a calendar of lunches you get at the beginning of every month. The food is good and there is a variety of choices. They call every morning to see if you would like lunch that day. They also offer...
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.
Our English garden-style apartments located in a quiet neighborhood in Buffalo New York. We are conveniently located near Buffalo's finest historical sights and in the theatre district for those who enjoy arts and entertainment. The structure and lay out of the apartments are designed for...
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: 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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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in West Bergen, NY

The average cost of senior living in West Bergen is $3,274 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Aurora, NY with an average of $2,908 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Bergen, NY vs. nearby cities

West Bergen, NY
$3,274/mo
$3,243/mo

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

West Bergen, NY
$3,274/mo
U.S. national average
$4,048/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Bergen vs. other types of senior living

$4,555/mo
Independent Living
$3,274/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in West Bergen, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,357/mo
Studio
$4,394/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,301/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,410/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,862/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in West Bergen over time

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What families are saying about independent living in West Bergen

Recent reviews for independent living in West Bergen

Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY

3.6
Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals are decent for my loved one. Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
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The Village at Towngate in Rochester, NY

5.0
I would recommend to others. I picked this community because of the good feeling I got when I visited , and it was near my home.

Elison of Orchard Glen in Orchard Park, NY

4.8
When you have no idea what to do a place for mom can be a big help. It’s good to start looking before you absolutely need it because you have time to make decisions and assess the situation. We got my mom in a nice place where she’s so much better off. It is not assisted living. It is senior ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Individualized care and accommodations. Residents express appreciation for the adaptability of staff to meet individual needs at various communities, such as The Amberleigh, Holiday Fleming Point, and Legacy at Clover Blossom. These communities offer a range of services to cater to different care levels within independent living ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Reviews consistently highlight the warm and supportive nature of staff members at various senior living facilities, including The Gables of Brighton, FayeBrooke on Youngs, and The Addison of Willow Pond. Families and residents praise their dedication to creating a welcoming and engaging en ...
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Affordable pricing and value for cost. Residents and families note the reasonable cost of living at several senior living communities, such as The Amberleigh, Holiday Fleming Point, and Legacy at Clover Blossom. They feel the value of the services and amenities provided justify the cost.
Comfortable and spacious living spaces. Several reviews mention the size and comfort of apartments and villas at various communities, like River Edge Manor, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities, Elison of Orchard Glen, and The Gables of Brighton. Residents appreciate having plenty of room to personalize their living spaces.
Diverse range of activities. Senior living communities offer a variety of activities to cater to various interests, as mentioned in reviews for Baywinde Senior Living, The Addison of Park Crescent, and Legacy at Clover Blossom. Activities help residents stay engaged and active, fostering social connections and a sense ...
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High-quality food and dining experiences. Multiple reviews highlight the importance of excellent food and dining experiences at various senior living communities, including FayeBrooke on Youngs, Elderwood Residences at Cheektowaga, and Baywinde Senior Living. Residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate the accommodations fo ...
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West Bergen independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Bergen independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Bergen, 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 West Bergen 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 West Bergen 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
23.5%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in West Bergen 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 West Bergen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Bergen 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 West Bergen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39.6%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.5%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.9%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.6%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
39.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
20.9%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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There are 210 independent living facilities near West Bergen, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in West Bergen, New York are Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, The Addison of Willow Pond and Baywinde Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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