About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Independent Living Communities in Yonkers, NY
Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?
Please enter a valid name.
Please enter a valid email address.
Please enter a valid phone number.
By sharing your contact information, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also consent to receive texts and calls from us and our community customers; however, your consent is not a condition to using our service, but we cannot refer you without your contact information. Msg and Data Rates may apply. Msg frequency varies. Text HELP for Help. Text STOP for Stop.
If you’re looking for independent living in the Yonkers 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 Yonkers. 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 80 independent living facilities in Yonkers, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Longwood, Mott Haven and Morrisania.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Queens, Brooklyn and Greenwich.
Yonkers Independent Living Facilities | 877 Reviews
Showing 27 communities
Last Updated: 2/21/25
Sort by
Filter by
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
9.5
Review score
58 reviews
Everything is excellent, except the price is a bit high. The facility itself, the food, the staff, and the happy mood all impressed me - this is why we chose the Fountains at RiverVue. My sister is very...
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.
We've looked at assisted living from all angles and challenged ourselves to raise each and every bar. That's why at The Inn, customized care and choice are the order of the day. When you think of assisted living, do you picture a selection of several floor plans, exceptional restaurant-style...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
57 reviews
The furniture in my mom's room should have been moved when the room was vacuumed. Staff should have helped her with keeping the kitchen sink clean. My MIL couldn't stand and take care of the few dishes that...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
92 reviews
I have been a resident of Five Star for 7 years. I have loved my time here. Since our new Director came in October, there has been so many improvements made. I am so appreciative of Robs dedication to us,...
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.
Five Star Premier Residences of Yonkers is a full-service senior living community featuring stand-alone independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Located in the city of seven hills in a charming neighborhood with lush green spaces, the community is nestled near the historic district...
55 Photos available
5 star
34%
4 star
22%
3 star
0%
2 star
22%
1 star
22%
A little over two years ago, I moved my mom to The Westchester to give her a safe place to live that was close to me. Having her nearby was important because it she was getting on in years and it was clear...
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.
Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living provides a high quality of care in an assisted living community located in Yonkers, New York. Our independent care location sits in a residential neighborhood on over 10 acres of park-like grounds and well manicure landscapes. We're just a...
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Trinity Senior ApartmentsTrinity Senior Apartments senior housing community in Yonkers, Westchester County, NY provides a senior housing community. Our Community rests beautifully in the historic section of Trinity Plaza in a picturesque restored former school. Trinity Senior Apartments remain...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
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.
Chester Hill Adult HomeChester Hill Adult Home is an assisted living community located at 187 Cottage Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY. It is close to a health care center, community social and shopping facilities, allowing residents to live a healthy lifestyle in a home like setting.Our experienced...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
50 reviews
When my father crossed the threshold of Sunrise in Fleetwood, he exclaimed, “This is a mansion.” The Staff has been kind, patient, friendly and very accommodating. My father has made friends and enjoys his...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enclave on 5th Residential LLCThe Enclave on 5th Residential LLC is a newer senior housing community located in the Westchester County city of Mount Vernon, NY. Mount Vernon is located just on the border of New York City and is very populous, yet with a more suburban feel. The city offers many...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
5 star
33%
4 star
0%
3 star
33%
2 star
0%
1 star
34%
My Mom was at Meadowview Assisted Living Memory Care unit at Wartburg. My Family and I found the staff to be very knowledable, caring, kind, warm, loving, to all the Residents. My Mom, had the best care til...
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.
Helping Caregivers for over 100 years The Wartburg Adult Care Community is a Lutheran social ministry serving all faiths. We don’t just care for people, we care about them, and nobody in lower Westchester offers more services for seniors and their families than we do: 24-hour skilled nursing...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
5 star
50%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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.
55 Photos available
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1616 Photos available
3333 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
3 reviews
Although it was a bumpy start due to the fluctuations in Opening Date, both before and after Mom arrived, the staff was extremely helpful. We had no doubt that we made the right decision! Once a resident,...
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.
A HOMETOWN SETTING WITH THE WORLD AT YOUR FEET ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE 72 RESIDENCES MONTHLY RENTALAN EXCLUSIVE WELLNESS DESTINATION: UNDERSTATED LUXURY Senior Living Refined, bespoke, original, captivating, and local – finally, a retirement community designed to echo the people of...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
88 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
83 reviews
Everything that could be done to make my stay memorable was done by [name removed]. She thought of everything. She always is there for me. From soaps to creams etc. she is a very special person. You should...
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.
Conveniently located just minutes from the City, Westchester and New Jersey, Atria Riverdale has been the Bronx's senior living community of choice for more than 15 years. With a continued commitment to quality, they have just completed a $14 million renovation to enhance the beauty and...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Cost of independent living in Yonkers, NY
The average cost of senior living in Yonkers is $6,086 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Piermont, NY with an average of $6,098 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Yonkers, NY vs. nearby cities
Yonkers, NY
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Yonkers, NY vs. the state and national average
Yonkers, NY
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Yonkers vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Yonkers, NY by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Discover the many ways to pay for senior living
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Your Guide to Paying for Care
Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA Benefits
The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
Medicare and Medicaid
Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.
What families are saying about independent living in Yonkers
Recent reviews for independent living in Yonkers
Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY
4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
Read more
Monarch Coopers Corner in New Rochelle, NY
5.0
My mom moved into the memory care portion of the facility shortly after it opened last summer, and we are thrilled with it. The decor looks more like a nice hotel than a senior living institutional facility. The staff are fantastic - friendly, caring, and professional across the board. They ...
Read more
Brightview Tenafly
4.0
I picked this community after having some tours. I like my studio it is within my budget. I am close to family now that I am here. The staff are not providing any care because it is not needed.
Yonkers independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Yonkers independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Yonkers, 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 Yonkers 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 Yonkers partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Yonkers, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.4%
6.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Yonkers 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 Yonkers communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Yonkers, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.8%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.9%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
20.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.4%
14.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Yonkers 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 Yonkers offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Yonkers, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
29.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.6%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.9%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.8%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.7%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
18.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.5%
40%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Independent Living in Cities Near Yonkers
- Queens, New York
- Brooklyn, New York
- Greenwich, Connecticut
- Bronx, New York
- Montclair, New Jersey
- Stamford, Connecticut
- Tarrytown, New York
- New Canaan, Connecticut
- West Orange, New Jersey
- Ridgewood, New Jersey
- Scarsdale, New York
- New Rochelle, New York
- Pompton Plains, New Jersey
- Mahwah, New Jersey
- Mount Kisco, New York
- Paramus, New Jersey
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Garden City, New York
- Hoboken, New Jersey
- Fort Lee, New Jersey
More options near Yonkers, New York
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top