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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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The care services are just phenomenal and the PSW's within the staff are unbelievable they are just top notch. The nursing staff is great and the home is set up well for them. We do wish there was a little...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Pioneer Elder Care is an assisted living community located in pristine St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Our location is surrounded by towering trees and beautiful yards. We are in a residential area close to Lake Ontario and many parks. St. Catherines is a beautiful place to live. Our residents...
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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.
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My father has been living there for the last year and a half (he's still there now) and he finds this retirement home ideal for him. Comfortable, warm and safe. The PSW's, dietary, and house keeping staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Shorthills Villa Retirement Community is a senior living community located in the beautiful town of Fonthill, Ontario. As a small, welcoming community within a short drive to area restaurants and shops, our location is the ideal choice for anyone that wants privacy, relaxation and comfort....
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My mother has been enjoying her stay at the Orchard Heights. The meals are wonderful I've had a chance to try them myself. They have a range of activities that the residents could engage in daily. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
At Orchard Heights our residents are welcomed into a caring community where they are surrounded by all the amenities of home, plus the personal attention of our dedicated staff. From around-the-clock care by licensed nurses and personal care assistants to activities tailored to residents and...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Welcome to Lincoln Park Retirement Residence Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Niagara region, Lincoln Park offers stunning views of Lake Ontario and is only a short hop to award-winning wineries and restaurants. Whether whipping up your famous cherry apple pie in the baker's kitchen,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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They are very friendly and pleasant. The care services, is often short staffed. There was good interaction with the staff. The nursing staff was great.
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
Stonehaven ManorStonehaven Manor is a residential care home that is located in Alpharetta, GA in Fulton County. Our beautiful community overlooks the magnificent Bull Sluice Lake. The one-of-a-kind attractions present in Alpharetta makes it a destination worth visiting.Our community provides...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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lived here for one year (2020) after an accident. What made VP so special for me was that it is essentially a ‘home’, run by its owners - their home - specified and built for the purpose of having severely...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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It was truly a blessing to find Alexis Lodge. The intimate house setting is definitely what we were looking for and is the perfect place for my mother who has dementia. She has been able to adapt quite...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Don Mills Retirement Residence is a luxury senior living community in the heart of North York. Don Mills is an eclectic mix of urban and suburban in the North York district of Toronto, where culture, world-class shopping, food and more are at your fingertips. Be inspired by beautifully appointed...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Ridgewood, NY

The average cost of senior living in Ridgewood is $4,156 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Youngstown, NY with an average of $3,840 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ridgewood, NY, vs. nearby cities

Ridgewood, NY
$4,156/mo
$4,289/mo

Assisted living costs in Ridgewood, NY, vs. state and national averages

Ridgewood, NY
$4,156/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Ridgewood, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,156/mo
$4,233/mo

Assisted living costs in Ridgewood, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,956/mo
Studio
$5,180/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,372/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,796/mo

Senior living costs in Ridgewood vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ridgewood, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRidgewood, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$4,156/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,233/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,211/mo$4,409/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Ridgewood, NY:$4,156/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Ridgewood, NY:$4,233/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ridgewood, NY:$3,211/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ridgewood, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ridgewood and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Ridgewood, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ridgewood have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ridgewood, NY$5,623/mo$5,012/mo+12.2%
New York$6,769/mo$6,430/mo+5.3%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Ridgewood, NY
2024 average cost:$5,623/mo
2023 average cost:$5,012/mo
Percent change:+12.2%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,769/mo
2023 average cost:$6,430/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ridgewood, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Ridgewood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ridgewood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ridgewood

River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON

5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.

Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY

3.6
Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals are decent for my loved one. Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
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Lynde Creek Manor in Whitby, ON

5.0
Lynde Creek is very nice and has a bright, welcoming feel every time we visit. The staff is great and so far, we have had a good experience here. We are so thankful.

Ridgewood review score based on 244 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 244 reviews of 93 Ridgewood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ridgewood review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Ridgewood review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Ridgewood, NY93 facilities
9.1
Lockport, NY8 facilities
8.1
Middleport, NY138 facilities

Review subcategories for Ridgewood assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 244 reviews of 93 Ridgewood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ridgewood resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Ridgewood, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.0
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.3
3.7
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
3.2
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Ridgewood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridgewood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridgewood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Ridgewood assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ridgewood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
73.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.2%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.9%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ridgewood assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Ridgewood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ridgewood, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ridgewood assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ridgewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ridgewood, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
44.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ridgewood assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ridgewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ridgewood, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
24.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ridgewood assisted 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 assisted living communities in Ridgewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ridgewood, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
59.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
23.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ridgewood

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ridgewood protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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