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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Alexander, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Alexander 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 Alexander. 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 223 independent living facilities in Alexander, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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.
Nestled in the heart of the Village of Penfield, NY, Legacy at Village Wood offers a vibrant, warm, and welcoming environment for older adults looking for a quaint, down-home, family-like atmosphere where they can live an independent lifestyle without the upkeep and uncertainty of home ownership....
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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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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.
There is something good cooking at Forest Park Retirement Community. Dining hours are flexible and you are not limited to items on the menu. Dine with your friends or cook in your apartment. Full kitchens, washer/dryer hook-ups and the views from the patio or balcony of your spacious apartment...
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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.
Established in 1904 as a retirement home, Fairport Baptist Homes enjoys a rich history of providing the quality, personal care seniors so rightfully deserve. Throughout the decades, we’ve constantly looked to adapt, innovate and grow. As generations, society and technology evolves, so do we. The...
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Due to covid we have not been able to see much of the community but from what we have seen it looks to be pretty clean. Once again due to covid the activities are on and off. Given the current circumstances...
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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.
Part of The Family Service Communities organization, The Northfield is a 69-apartment Enriched Living Facility licensed by the New York State Department of Health. Conveniently located just outside the village of Fairport, The Northfield offers many amenities including three cooked meals served...
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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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My mother has been living at River Road Retirement residence for a year and a half and it's been wonderful. The staff are friendly and caring and the young ladies who have the most contact with the residents...
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.
River Road Retirement Residence is an assisted living community located in beautiful Niagara Falls, ON. Our warm, welcoming community overlooks the stunning Niagara River Gorge, next to paved walking trails and lush, flower-filled parks. Niagara Falls is a compact, friendly city with modern...
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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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I moved my sister into Cavendish in late February of 2020. Every aspect regarding this residence is exceptional from the nursing staff, cleanliness of facility, food quality & options for the residents,...
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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.
Cavendish Manor Retirement Residence is a vibrant and active community full of opportunities for residents to engage in meaningful activity and conversation. If a quieter, less active lifestyle is your preference, our rooms offer plenty of natural lighting and comfortable temperatures for...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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, Senior Apartments
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ferris Hills at West Lake is nestled on 57 acres overlooking beautiful Canandaigua Lake. A healthy outlook begins with an open, airy décor that incorporates hand painted wall murals of local scenes, framed artwork, aesthetic furnishings and decorative accessories throughout. Wellness programs...
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Alexander, NY
The average cost of senior living in Alexander is $3,218 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Groveland Station, NY with an average of $2,545 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alexander, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alexander, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Alexander
Recent reviews for independent living in Alexander
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.
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The Village at Towngate in Rochester, NY
5.0
I would recommend to others. I picked this community because of the good feeling I got when I visited , and it was near my home.
Alexander independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alexander independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alexander, 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 Alexander 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 Alexander 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
18.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Alexander 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 Alexander communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alexander 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 Alexander offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
34.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
17.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Brookdale Kenmore and The Village at Mill Landing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alexander, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 223 independent living facilities near Alexander, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Alexander, New York are Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Baywinde Senior Living and The Addison of Willow Pond. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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