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since I have been here I have enjoyed the stay. the housekeeping is great I don't have to worry about my laundry and linens. I've made some friends living here and enjoy the company of others. staff here is...
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.
Tanlgewood Manor, a licensed Assisted Living facility, has been “home” to many since opening its doors in 1984. Residents at Tanglewood quickly feel relaxed and comfortable surrounded by folks who make them feel like family, while still enjoying their outside connections to community activities...
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I would recommend this place to my friends. It is very clean I have never felt so welcome with staff and residents as I have at Magnolia
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.
Our Community is a newly renovated assisted living offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located on 3+ acres in a tranquil setting and cozy environment, giving our residents the perfect atmosphere of socialization,...
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I love staying here. I was having a hard time making dinners to me and my husband, being here, they take care of everything.
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.
Living with Alzheimer’s disease can be a challenging, confusing and frightening experience. Familiar surroundings become foreign, daily tasks get muddled and faces of loved ones may become unfamiliar. That’s why Memory Garden strives to foster an environment that promotes our residents’ sense of...
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I can't say enough good things about Brookdale Lakewood. I'm just sorry my sister had such a short stay there. She has passed away. I will recommend it to everyone I come in contact with that needs an...
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.
There’s a lot to love here and redefining your independence is just one of them.Here at our assistive living community, we can help you with the little things like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. And we’ll customize your care to fit your specific needs. So...
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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.
We have a beautiful community here tucked away, but still within minutes of shopping and restaurants. Our residents are very active and are always doing something together whether it is an activity on our full calendar of events or a day trip out with other residents, there is never a dull...
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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.
The Woodlands are a part of Jamestown, NY, and they are a caring community for those seeking to live an independent yet supported life. Jamestown is located in Chautauqua County, and it provides much to do and see. Those who visit this city enjoy checking out the Lucille Ball Desi Arnez Museum as...
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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.
If you are retired from work, but not from life, consider Heritage Village Retirement Campus. Located in Chautauqua County, Heritage Village (Gerry, NY) enjoys a country setting, but is within a short drive to the bustling City of Jamestown. One of the most significant locales is the cultural...
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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.
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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 Elm Tree, NY

The average cost of senior living in Elm Tree is $3,334 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Creek, NY with an average of $2,390 per month.

Independent living costs in Elm Tree, NY, vs. nearby cities

Elm Tree, NY
$3,334/mo
$3,239/mo

Independent living costs in Elm Tree, NY, vs. state and national averages

Elm Tree, NY
$3,334/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Elm Tree, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,288/mo
Independent Living
$3,334/mo

Independent living costs in Elm Tree, NY, by floor plan type

1 Bedroom
$1,160/mo
2 Bedroom
$1,500/mo

Senior living costs in Elm Tree 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: Elm Tree, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElm Tree, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,334/mo$4,409/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$4,287/mo$5,523/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,288/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Elm Tree, NY:$3,334/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Elm Tree, NY:$4,287/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Elm Tree, NY:$4,288/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Elm Tree

Recent reviews for independent living in Elm Tree

The Magnolia in Frewsburg, NY

4.8
This facility has a very comfortable atmosphere and the staff is helpful, kind, and caring. The grounds are beautifully maintained, and the pavilion and porch are lovely places to sit. Family can rest assured knowing their loved one is being well taken care of at the Magnolia.

Brookdale Lakewood AL

5.0
it's an excellent facility, very well managed and maintained. Great staff and my mom is very happy there. And she was not al all willing to make the move. She is really happy there and had a terrific impression of senior living facilities, largely because she was the attending physician and ...
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Parkside North East

4.6
My father is a resident and has been for 11 months so far. I am very pleased with the care and patience they have shown as my father’s mental health declines from Dementia. He is still living in a private suite and can be messy, yet his floors, sheets, etc are always clean and tidy. There is ...
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Elm Tree independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elm Tree independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elm Tree, 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 Elm Tree 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 Elm Tree partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elm Tree, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Elm Tree 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 Elm Tree communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elm Tree, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elm Tree 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 Elm Tree offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elm Tree, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47%
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