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The cost of independent living in West Ridgeway is about $3,117 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 324 options. Read 1901 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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This is a nice community. The staff is excellent and very caring for the needs that need to be taken care of . The food appears to be good. We are happy that they do have activities for others who want to...
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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 Woodcrest Commons, 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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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.
Located on 14 secluded acres in Irondequoit, NY, Chapel Oaks offers luxury one- and two-bedroom apartments, a maintenance-free lifestyle, and a wide range of first-class amenities including:Newly renovated apartments;Indoor pool and fitness center;Transportation to appointments;Chef-prepared...
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As we first viewed Mount Carmel we were very impressed with the the cleanliness of the home. Touring the facility we couldn't help but feel like we were home. The staff were exceptional in their politeness...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Located in St. Catherines, Ontario, the largest city in Canada's Niagara region, Mount Carmel Home is an assisted living community that is dedicated to keeping its residence mobile and social. Surrounded by the Welland Canal and neighbouring, picturesque Niagara-on-the-Lake, Mount Carmel Home is...
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Overall rating: They "sold" my mom on the quality of living at the residence, making promises, which they mostly come through on, if you can find someone and ask several times. Cleanliness: The facility is...
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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.
Situated in the beautiful community of St. Catharines — in the heart of Ontario's wine country — Anchor Pointe combines tasteful elegance with exceptional convenience. Our community is just minutes from shopping, dining, health care and local attractions like Chateau des Charmes, Strewn Winery,...
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As we all know, we are living in extraordinary times, so, although this community has it, we can't use or participate in all of the lovely accommodations here because of COVID. So, that is something I will...
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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.
Quiet country elegance and hospitality are the hallmarks of The Addison of Erie Station senior living community near the corner of Erie Station Road and East Henrietta Road in Henrietta, NY. Part of the Henrietta “green belt”, The Addison of Erie Station’s park-like setting, ponds, wildlife, and...
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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.
Every family has a story...Welcome to ours.Cobb's Hill Manor recognizes the importance of staying healthy, independent and active. Licensed by the New York State Department of Health, we individualize our services to meet your loved ones needs. With personal interests in mind, our wellness...
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Excellent independent living in an 8 story senior residence apartment building with choice of different numbers of bedrooms and views, centrally located on Rochester's elegant East Avenue. Truly independent...
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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 a resident at Villa de Rose for one year. The residence is very clean, bright, and open with a large atrium which is especially great for socializing and activities when the weather is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Celebrate a New Beginning!At Villa De Rose we offer the benefits of both independent and assisted living for retirees. We are committed to providing alternatives that allow our residents the freedom to live as they prefer. When needed, you can be rest assured our trained and professional staff...
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This is an excellent place for your loved one. They keep us update on everything, and the staff are very nice and friendly. They treat the residents perfect. They have activities like bingo, movies to pick...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Gracious retirement living at Regency Manor in a bright and cheerful home-like atmosphere. Situated in the historical town of Port Hope, on the lovely shores of Lake Ontario, Regency Manor is a retirement home serving the needs of seniors for many years. Regency Manor is dedicated to providing a...
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All in all,we're quite pleased with the level of care and service with this retirement center. Great pains are taken to make sure everyone is accounted for and that they're care is first rate. Every...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Tower of Port Hope Retirement Residence is a fabulous retirement community offering Independent and Assisted Living, located in the beautiful community of Port Hope, Ontario. If you want to live in comfortable, secure place, enjoy delicious meals, with friendly residents and staff that you can...
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My Aunt has been at White Cliffe now for over 2 years and considers White Cliffe Home. The staff has been exceptional through Covid in taking care of her having in place proceedures to keep the seniors from...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Located in a beautiful setting, White Cliffe Terrace Retirement Residence is located in the growing community of Courtice. With its blend of farmland, charming neighborhoods, business, shopping districts and parks, all within an easy commute of the GTA, it is the ideal place for inspired senior...
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Eden turned out to be an excellent fit for my Uncle. The staff is warm and welcoming; they made sure to give him the time he needed to adjust to his new environment. It's very clean, and bright and there is...
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.
Eden Heights of West SenecaEden Heights is an assisted living community that is found among the rolling hills and wide open skies of West Seneca, NY. Our community is only minutes from downtown Buffalo, which gives visiting relatives plenty of lodging and dining choices during their visit. Eden...
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My father in law has been at Montabaur for over 6 years and has had a great time. The have accommodating staff and a well kept facility. Both of my parents have done independent living in multiple facilities...
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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Dad’s experience at Baywinde Sage Harbor was a very good one. He had many caring aides and nurses and the caring went all the way to the top administrators. The meals were good and the staff always were...
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.
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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.
Built in 1988 by Barbara Waters, The Willows was established as a 22 bed adult home for people that needed minimal assistance and who wanted to live life to the fullest. Residents can relax and enjoy without the worry of medication management, cooking, housework or entertainment/socialization. ...
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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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you love living in a community with an historic presence, you will love residing with Urban Park Towers located Lockport, Niagara County, New York. Lockport is an historic canal town, just minutes from beautiful and scenic Niagara Falls, New York, the honeymoon capital of the Northeast....
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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.
Mount View Assisted Living is a 150 bed assisted living community located on a park-like campus in the Town of Lockport. Our beautifully landscaped grounds feature a large patio with a gazebo, pergola, flower & vegetable gardens and a walking path through the tall pines. Smoking is permitted...
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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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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.
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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This is the best community for my mother, and her needs. I couldn't be any more satisfied with all they have done for us. She is in very good hands, and receiving good care. They have an adequate staff, and...
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.
      Our recently built state of the art facility sits upon twenty beautifully landscaped acres.  Bristol Village is located in the heart of Clarence Center off Clarence Center Road in a quiet community that supports its neighbor's safety and overall well-being. We are...
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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.
Brothers of Mercy Sacred Heart HomeBrothers of Mercy Sacred Heart Home is a assisted living community located in Clarence, NY. The city of Clarence is located in Erie County, northeast of Buffalo, and home to about 30,000 people. Carmel is a small town with several parks and creeks, where...
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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 West Ridgeway, NY

The average cost of senior living in West Ridgeway is $3,117 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Niagara Falls, NY with an average of $2,868 per month.

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

West Ridgeway, NY
$3,117/mo
$3,187/mo

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

West Ridgeway, NY
$3,117/mo
U.S. national average
$4,145/mo

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

$4,225/mo
Independent Living
$3,117/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,112/mo
Studio
$4,106/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,131/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,246/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,430/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in West Ridgeway over time

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What families are saying about independent living in West Ridgeway

Recent reviews for independent living in West Ridgeway

The Village at Mill Landing in Rochester, NY

4.6
Making many phone calls to various facilities became overwhelming. A Place for Mom was a one stop, thorough referral source that saved me so much time. My parents also had very unique specifications for an assisted-living facility and A Place for Mom helped them to locate a place that met their ...
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River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON

5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at The Amberleigh, the staff goes above and beyond to make loved ones feel welcome, while at The Addison of Park Crescent, they are described as warm and always willing to help. At Holid ...
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Variety of activities to encourage socializing. Activities are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At St. Charles Village, for example, they offer a variety of activities that residents enjoy, while at FayeBrooke on Youngs, they have a jazz band that plays at events and musical guests on Wednesdays. The ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces. At The Gables of Brighton, residents mention the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room, while at The Addison of Park Crescent, they praise the facilit ...
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Supportive and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Lundy Manor, the staff checks on residents when they don't come down for dinner, and at Manor House, they have a separate home care service that provides outstanding care. At The Amberleig ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Baywinde Senior Living, the dining room offers three delicious meals a day, while at The Addison of Willow Pond, the food is described as phenomenal and tasty. Residents ...
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Individualized care plans. Some communities offer customized care plans tailored to individual residents' needs. At Holiday Fleming Point, for instance, they accommodate residents even if they only require some services, and at The Gables of Brighton, they have a separate home care service for additional care. At Leg ...
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West Ridgeway independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Ridgeway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Ridgeway, 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 Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway 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
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Low / no sodium
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No sugar
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Availability of select dining options in West Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.1%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
Community service programs
18.7%
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.8%
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Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.2%
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Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
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45.7%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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