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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Essex County, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Essex County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Essex County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 60 independent living facilities in Essex County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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9.3
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Moving in was very smooth. The man who helped was cheerful and efficient. The admission process was also very good. The facility is quite nice with a feeling of an old high class hotel rather than an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Champlain Valley Senior Community offers a skilled nursing enhanced assisted living & memory care community. We are also family owned and operated which helps ensure high staffing ratios and personalized care.The Champlain Valley Senior Community's enhanced license enables our staff to...
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I would rate all of these categories a five, they have been great to work with. We chose Keene Valley Neighborhood House because they were willing to work with our finances. They have been willing to work...
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.
Keene Valley Neighborhood House, An Assisted Living Residence nestled in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Surrounded by the small town charm of Keene Valley and all of its natural beauty. With many close by conveniences tucked within the village. Keene Valley Neighborhood House owns nearly...
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Overall experience, we're very happy at the Residence at Quarry Hill. The staff are wonderful. The food is good, but it is not great. The cost is in line with others, but still $$$.
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 Residence at Quarry Hill is a premier Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community nestled on a wooded parcel in South Burlington, VT. When you join our family, you'll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the comfort of...
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16 reviews
I have been very pleased with my decision to move here! I had visited several other places but kept returning to The Residence at Shelburne Bay. Dimmer lighting, less friendly, one bedroom apt seemed...
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 Residence at Shelburne Bay is an independent, assisted and memory care living community nestled in the friendly southwestern Vermont town of Shelburne, VT. Situated just a short distance from the breathtaking vistas of Lake Champlain, The Residence at Shelburne Bay is located within easy...
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9.2
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8 reviews
The staff is the best! They have a very home like quality. Not institutional at all. They are currently remodeling and updating the entire building so it looks much different than a year ago. My mom seems...
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.
Victory Place is a century old building with a rich history. The building was previously used as a convent for the Sisters of St. Louis of Charity. The originality of the building, including the woodwork and stained glass, was preserved and and is a beautiful focal point for our wonderful...
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6 reviews
The staff was minimal on weekends. Maple Ridge assisted living coordinator told me that this would be my mother's final home, that they were experienced with residents with Parkinson's disease, that Mom...
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.
Maple Ridge Lodge is assisted living reimagined. Situated off Route 289 at exit 10 and adjacent to the Essex Resort and Spa and Maple Ridge Memory Care, Maple Ridge Lodge is a shiny new 71-apartment assisted living community that embraces all that is true to Vermont and those who call it home....
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8.6
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8 reviews
I would give a 5 for every category. The Gazebo North community is an excellent facility with well trained and caring staff1. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would in a heartbeat recommend...
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.
Gazebo North is a Level 3 Residential Care Facility, licensed and registered by the Vermont Department of Aging and Independent Living. When seniors need help with their daily activities, we offer safe and secure communities where nurses and aides are available to respond to personal needs. We...
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8.5
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11 reviews
5 on all categories. The cost would be prohibitive if he was there for very long. He never got to do any activities so we never got to feel the full value.
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 Residence at Otter Creek provides comfortable, assisted living for seniors in the town of Middlebury, Addison County, Vermont. The town, which also houses Middlebury College and numerous tourist attractions, such as coverage bridges, vineyards and a historic downtown, offers a picturesque and...
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8.8
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26 reviews
I have lived here for a few years and life the food and the activities.The best part is playing games like trivia pursuit with my friends and the conversation that we have at meals and during activities. I...
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.
Harbor Village offers comfortable, spacious apartments available on a month-to-month lease, offering supportive independent living and assisted living so that you can enjoy your retirement years.Staff available 24 hours for emergencies, with emergency call systems in all apartments, minimum one...
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5 reviews
I will say we could not be happier with the care my mom is receiving. She feels at home in fact she call her room her home. She is happy and feels very safe. The activities she has attended have been good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Are you looking for a safe and inviting nursing home alternative for Mom and Dad in Plattsburgh, NY? Call the Samuel F. Vilas Home, a family owned and operated licensed senior community with over 130 years of experience, rated as one of the top assisted living communities in Clinton County....
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My Mom was a resident for almost 10 years. She loved the staff and the socialization,... The staff were always friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this place as a Great Place for Mom. I ...
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.
Saranac Village at Will Rogers offers independent retirement living with enhanced services, no buy-in fee and a great value! Will Rogers is a seventy-four unit retirement community located on a hill top in New York's Adirondack Park with panoramic mountain views. Our renovated 70,000 square foot...
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This place is great! I have limited experience, but do have some idea of how things should be from past experience with a loved one in a facility. It's very affordable. It's a good place to economize....
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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Everything has been going great so far. We really like this community. Mom likes that they provide transportation for her when she needs to go somewhere. Mom also likes the food and they offer a lot of...
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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.
Gazebo Apartments offers private studio, one bedroom and two bedroom assisted care apartments. Pricing is flexible for couples of varying levels of need. Monthly cost includes nursing care, medication management, laundry, housekeeping, meals, transportation and a wide variety of activities. ...
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I am happy to say that I chose a nice place for my needs. After five years I would highly recommend Harbors Village to all my friends.
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.
Harborview offers comfortable, spacious apartments available on a month-to-month lease, offering supportive independent living, so that you can enjoy your retirement years.
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My mother was previously a resident at Williston Place and we really liked this facility. The staff was very friendly. The food was great. The cleanliness was great, the facility was always clean and neat....
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: 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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Cost of independent living in Essex County, NY
The average cost of senior living in Essex County is $4,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tahawus, NY with an average of $2,903 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Essex County, NY vs. nearby counties
Essex County, NY
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Essex County, NY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Essex County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Essex County, NY by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Essex County over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Essex County
Recent reviews for independent living in Essex County
The Residence at Shelburne Bay
4.8
Such an incredible experience with these folks. Sarah was particularly helpful - answered our questions thoroughly, made my mom truly feel like a VIP, so welcoming and inviting. We felt like we were truly part of the family!
Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, NY
4.4
Everyone who’s employed here knows each patient and where they are at any time we arrive for a visit. My sister has been more social here than at any place for the last few years. I feel her care is excellent.
Harbor Village in South Burlington, VT
3.6
Still waiting on current things to get fixed. Overall, I love Harbor Village. Lunch should be heavy meal and dinner should be a light meal.
Essex County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essex County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essex County, 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 Essex County 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 Essex County 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
13%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
14.5%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.1%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Essex County 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 Essex County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.9%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
11.6%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.2%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essex County 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 Essex County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
14.5%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.5%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.8%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.7%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.6%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.5%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.8%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
18.8%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
8.7%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Residence at Quarry Hill, The Residence at Shelburne Bay and Champlain Valley Senior Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Essex County, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 60 independent living facilities near Essex County, New York. See the full list.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Essex County
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- Essex, New York
- Upper Jay, New York
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