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The cost of independent living in Alba is about $3,933 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 139 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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Photo of Brookdale Castle Gardens
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44 Floor plans available
9.5
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92 reviews
9.5
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5 star
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4 star
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Friendly atmosphere- front desk person (name removed) very helpful. Aides were very nice to mom. Dining with mom was very nice experience as well as food was great. Laundry person (name removed) was so...
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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1212 Photos available
8.0
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47 reviews
8.0
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Looking back, we wish we would have moved here years ago. Appleridge has been so good to us and we couldn't be happier living here. Appleridge is truly the best place for seniors to live!
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.
Appleridge Senior Living is the premier retirement community conveniently located just off I-86, at the Southern gateway to the Finger Lakes region. The community offers 112 luxury apartments situated on 22 acres of resort style living. Residents enjoy a selection of apartment styles with a...
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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, 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.
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.
Photo of Peter Herdic Hi-Rise
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Alba, PA

The average cost of senior living in Alba is $3,933 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mansfield, PA with an average of $1,835 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alba, PA vs. nearby cities

Alba, PA
$3,933/mo
$3,933/mo
$3,245/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alba, PA vs. the state and national average

Alba, PA
$3,933/mo
U.S. national average
$4,350/mo

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

$5,194/mo
Independent Living
$3,933/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alba, PA by room type

Studio
$4,913/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,262/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,543/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Alba

Recent reviews for independent living in Alba

Brookdale Castle Gardens in Vestal, NY

5.0
The staff are very friendly and know each resident and their room numbers. They are positive and upbeat. Mom is in independent living, so there really is no communication from their end to me, but if I have concerns about her, they are very helpful. The move in process was very smooth. Her ...
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Appleridge Senior Living in Horseheads, NY

5.0
I am very happy to be here and I really appreciate all that is available to me - everything from the salon to weekly lectures/films have really helped me settle in comfortable. Everyone is so kind and helpful and I'm so proud to call Appleridge my home.

Alba independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alba independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alba, 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 Alba 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 Alba partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alba, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Alba 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 Alba communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alba, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
35.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alba 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 Alba offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alba, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
11.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
45.6%
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Brookdale Castle Gardens, Appleridge Senior Living and New Corey Creek Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alba, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Alba, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

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