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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lake Katonah, NY

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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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Everything here has been wonderful! The staff are fabulous, the food is delicious, and they've got social activities going on all the time! The facility itself is a very nice looking older building, and it...
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.
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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: 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.
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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: 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: 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: 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.
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: 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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St Nicholas Home, I love living here because the staff members treat me like gold and I feel like a Queen because of how well I am treated. I love the home made fresh quiche.
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.
It is often said that St. Nicholas Home is like a lovely little hotel in beautiful Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, New York. Our philosophy is to give the finest care, attention and devotion to each resident, only seeking their happiness and well-being in return. St. Nicholas Home is a...
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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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Heritage Estates is incredibly nice. The manager, [Removed], is very kind and attentive and the maintenance staff is always helpful. The other tenants are also friendly and sociable here, the community 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: 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: 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: 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.
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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.
East Ridge Manor is an assisted living community located in the historic town of Meriden, CT. Situated in New Haven County, half way between New Haven and Hartford, Meriden is home to some of the most beautiful views in the state. At East Ridge Residential Care, you can be sure that the staff's...
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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.
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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.
Franklin House Senior Apartments are a community for people 55 and older, located in Franklin, Sussex County, New Jersey. Franklin is a beautiful town, surrounded by woods and hillsides. The landscapes in Franklin are beautiful. Residents say that the surroundings are so beautiful, that it is...

Cost of independent living in Lake Katonah, NY

The average cost of senior living in Lake Katonah is $6,418 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Point, NY with an average of $5,394 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake Katonah, NY, vs. nearby cities

Lake Katonah, NY
$6,418/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Katonah, NY, vs. state and national averages

Lake Katonah, NY
$6,418/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Katonah, NY, vs. other senior living options

$7,303/mo
Independent Living
$6,418/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Katonah, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,456/mo
Studio
$7,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,567/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,770/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Katonah 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: Lake Katonah, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Katonah, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,418/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$7,165/mo$5,523/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$7,303/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lake Katonah, NY:$6,418/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Katonah, NY:$7,165/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Lake Katonah, NY:$7,303/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Katonah, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lake Katonah 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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Independent living cost trends in Lake Katonah, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Katonah 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
Lake Katonah, NY$4,786/mo$4,648/mo+3.0%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lake Katonah, NY
2024 average cost:$4,786/mo
2023 average cost:$4,648/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Katonah

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Katonah

The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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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 ...
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The Bristal at East Northport

4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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Lake Katonah independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Katonah independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Katonah, 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 Lake Katonah 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 Lake Katonah 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
28.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Katonah 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 Lake Katonah communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Katonah, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Katonah 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 Lake Katonah offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.4%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Rye Brook, Atria Forest Hills and Atria West 86 are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Katonah, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 602 independent living facilities near Lake Katonah, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Katonah, New York are Atria Forest Hills, Spring Village at Danbury and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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