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The cost of independent living in Wheatley Heights is about $6,221 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 35 options. Read 1010 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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The staff at Orchard Estate of Woodbury are generally friendly and try to find ways to be helpful. The move in process seemed pretty well coordinated (at least from Orchard's side). My mom would probably...
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.
Choosing a living experience for yourself or a loved one is a very big decision. It is important to choose a community that offers the perfect balance of lifestyle and personal care. At Orchard Estate, you can reconnect with your passions and explore new opportunities every day.Benchmark Senior...
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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: 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.
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Wonderful assisted living. They are taking excellent care of my dad. They are very caring and considerate. I Highly recommend this facility.
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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On the day we were supposed to bring Dad to the Bristal Bethpage he fell and hit his head. He ended up in the hospital and then a lengthy re-hab. All the personnel at the Bristal were very helpful and made...
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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Best management, the owner greeted me and my husband and explained the level of care. after meeting the owner and she took us for the tour or the place we know we were in the right place . The good news...
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.
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, 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.
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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.
Introducing a new take on luxe living at The Cornerstone at Hauppauge. Perfectly positioned on nine sprawling acres of garden-like grounds, just south of the Long Island Expressway on Route 111; we're right where you need to be. Enjoy serene, open-air living with a private entrance to your...
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Cost of independent living in Wheatley Heights, NY

The average cost of senior living in Wheatley Heights is $6,221 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Massapequa Park, NY with an average of $5,847 per month.

Independent living costs in Wheatley Heights, NY, vs. nearby cities

Wheatley Heights, NY
$6,221/mo
$6,389/mo

Independent living costs in Wheatley Heights, NY, vs. state and national averages

Wheatley Heights, NY
$6,221/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Wheatley Heights, NY, vs. other senior living options

$6,557/mo
Independent Living
$6,221/mo

Independent living costs in Wheatley Heights, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,481/mo
Studio
$7,644/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,851/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,183/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Wheatley Heights 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: Wheatley Heights, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWheatley Heights, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,221/mo$4,692/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$6,386/mo$5,837/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,557/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Wheatley Heights, NY:$6,221/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Wheatley Heights, NY:$6,386/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Wheatley Heights, NY:$6,557/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Wheatley Heights, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wheatley Heights and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Wheatley Heights, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wheatley Heights have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wheatley Heights, NY$5,940/mo$5,335/mo+11.3%
New York$3,519/mo$3,267/mo+7.7%
National$2,897/mo$2,798/mo+3.5%
Wheatley Heights, NY
2024 average cost:$5,940/mo
2023 average cost:$5,335/mo
Percent change:+11.3%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,519/mo
2023 average cost:$3,267/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,897/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Wheatley Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Wheatley Heights

The Bristal at East Northport

4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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The Bristal at East Meadow

5.0
I have toured many assisted living before deciding to place my family member here. I am so pleased with the decision! You can tell the management truly cares about us and it stems off into all the other workers. [Name removed] went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and I would ...
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The Bristal at Massapequa

5.0
the community is very good. They have great communication, and the community is very safe. there is nothing that I don't like in this community. I would recommend this community to others

Wheatley Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wheatley Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wheatley Heights, 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 Wheatley Heights 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 Wheatley Heights 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
47.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
58.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wheatley Heights 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 Wheatley Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wheatley Heights 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 Wheatley Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
47.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.8%
46.4%
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