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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Skaneateles, NY
The cost of independent living in Skaneateles is about $4,431 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 84 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Syracuse, Seneca Falls and Auburn.
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56 reviews
Maybe the memory care unit would have been better for my mother but it wasn't suggested. She didn't participate in activities as much as I wanted her too. She did enjoy it when they had entertainment.
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 offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
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The staff is outstanding. The facility is aging quickly. They are working on it but it's taking a long time. The food is so so. They have had a tough time keeping a cook. They always offer a hot dog or...
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.
Here you can do more of what you love.Stop worrying about the house and start planning your next adventure. Here at our independent living community, you can. With several floor plans to choose from, including one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll find just the right pet-friendly apartment...
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The Athenaeum is the best assisted living facility in all of Central New York. Everyone is so nice and they provide excellent care. It is a sad day when a loved one can no longer live in their own home. ...
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.
The Athenaeum of Skaneateles has been an established subsidiary of Peregrine Health Management, respectfully serving the elderly community in Central New York since 2007. Our Executive Director, Trudy Scarr, has more than 25 years of nursing experience and our staff offers varied experience in...
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The moment I moved in I fell in love with the staff here. They have been helpful from the start. I pulled up with my son and his truck full of my stuff. A couple of nice gentlemen helped my family unload the...
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.
About Northbrook Heights Assisted Living Community Northbrook Heights Assisted Living Community is celebrating 40 years of excellence in providing quality care service for the senior population in the community of Auburn, New York and surrounding counties since 1974. Situated in a quiet and...
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: 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.
Established in 1962 and located in the Historic District of Auburn, NY, we are a private pay Senior Care facility for individuals over the age of 60. We have 37 Adult Home Level private rooms. Staff supervision provided 24/7. Each resident room has its own 1/2 bathroom (toilet and sink). There...
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.
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.
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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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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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.
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: 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 Skaneateles, NY
The average cost of senior living in Skaneateles is $4,431 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clyde, NY with an average of $3,424 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Skaneateles, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Skaneateles, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Skaneateles
Recent reviews for independent living in Skaneateles
Brookdale Bellevue AL/MC in Syracuse, NY
5.0
[name removed] was kind and compassionate. I don't know if she is still there. The facility was beautiful, comfortable and convenient.
I would strongly recommend Brookdale Bellevue to others.
Brookdale Manlius
4.5
I would recommend Brookdale Manlius to others. My dad was borderline acceptable to their criteria, but they accepted him and were wonderful about it. He lasted about 40 hours there. Finally able to come to peace and passed away in his sleep there. They could not have been better to go through ...
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Brookdale East Side in Fayetteville, NY
4.0
My loved one is a resident at Brookdale East Side. I would recommend this facility to others. The food is just okay. The housekeeping is good. I love the staff, they are very on top of things.
Skaneateles independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skaneateles independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skaneateles, 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 Skaneateles 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 Skaneateles 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
13.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Skaneateles 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 Skaneateles communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
6.7%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skaneateles 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 Skaneateles offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.3%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
26.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Maple Downs, Towne Center Retirement Community and Brookdale Manlius are the top-rated independent living facilities near Skaneateles, New York. See full list of communities.
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