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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Highlands, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Highlands 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 Highlands. 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 14 independent living facilities in Highlands, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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Yorktown Assisted Living has all of the best aspects of a warm, loving and caring home. Residents' rave about the incredible quality of the cuisine. The list of activities is too long to list here but it...
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.
At Yorktown Assisted Living our mission is to provide personal care and the highest quality-of-life by partnering with residents and families to foster meaningful relationships. Our hand-picked staff are passionate about care and the people we care for, and are committed to supporting the...
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My mother lived at Bethel Springvale Inn for 5 years. The staff is incredible and always went above and beyond when caring for her. The rooms are spacious but required some updating which was all done with...
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.
Bethel's Springvale InnBethel Springvale Inn is a comfortable not-for-profit assisted living community conveniently located in scenic Croton-on-Hudson, Westchester County, New York. Our affordable community includes all modern luxuries within a relaxing environment full of recreational...
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We picked this community because of religious affiliation. Very positive group of women. Strong community bonds. Very friendly.
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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Not a perfect experience because no facility can, in my view, be perfect. And the reason for that is that as a resident in any facilty you give up any number of rights and options that you had before you...
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.
Drum Hill Senior Living provides seniors with an independent living community in Peekskill, NY. This community is located in a beautiful area that is rich with history. Peekskill is a part of Westchester County, and it offers many opportunities for residents and visitors to get out and have fun....
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Apartment living was new to me so I guess I was harsh in my previous review of springvale apartments. It is a great place to live. Nice people and staff accommodation. Very clean and well maintained....
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.
Springvale Apartments is a vibrant community for adults 55 and up. Independent Living in a Park-Like setting overlooking the Hudson River in the town of Cortlandt. We have thirty buildings located on thirty-five acres with river views and old growth trees. Our garden apartments, with private...
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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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
River Pointe River Pointe at Drum Hill is a senior housing community located in scenic Peekskill, Westchester County, New York. The residence is for seniors who are 62 years old or older. Peekskill is located by a bay on the east side of the Hudson River. River Pointe at Drum Hill is surrounded...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Highlands, NY
The average cost of senior living in Highlands is $5,483 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walden, NY with an average of $3,977 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Highlands, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Highlands, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Highlands
Recent reviews for independent living in Highlands
Fountainview at College Road in Monsey, NY
4.2
I received helpful and friendly service from both the staff and administration. The facility is clean and secure, the grounds are well kept, there are numerous activities and services available on premises, and free bus service to local businesses. For independent living, it's a very good fit ...
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The Chelsea at Greenburgh
4.9
My mom is currently a resident at The Chelsea at Greenburgh and everything has been great for her so far. I would recommend The Chelsea to others.
Glen Arden in Goshen, NY
5.0
My friends Mom lives in this community. She moved in about 7 months ago after losing her husband. She is thriving in this environment. She lives independently, has transportation if she needs it and lives amongst some really nice people. She has a better social life than I do. I had dinner ...
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Highlands independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highlands independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highlands, 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 Highlands 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 Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highlands, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Highlands 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 Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highlands, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highlands 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 Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highlands, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, Fellowship Community and Atria Woodlands are the top-rated independent living facilities near Highlands, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Highlands, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Highlands, New York are Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, Fellowship Community and Atria Woodlands. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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