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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lakeland, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Lakeland 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 Lakeland. 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 43 independent living facilities in Lakeland, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Elmwood, Brighton and North Valley.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Syracuse, Auburn and Baldwinsville.
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cost of independent living in Lakeland, NY
The average cost of senior living in Lakeland is $4,366 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cayuga, NY with an average of $3,591 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakeland, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakeland, NY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakeland vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lakeland, NY by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Lakeland
Recent reviews for independent living in Lakeland
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.
Red Mill Manor LLC in Baldwinsville, NY
5.0
My family and loved one have had a great experience with the community. The management team works hard to portray a sense of community and a home like feeling. Overall, this is a community we would recommend to others for their loved ones.
North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY
5.0
I was reluctant to move to assisted living. I have always lived on my own. My family and doctor we're very persistent that I needed the extra help. I have to say, as much as I hate to admit it, they were right. The staff here have been so sweet and helpful. It's like have 5 grandchildren around ...
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Lakeland independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakeland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakeland, 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 Lakeland 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 Lakeland 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
14.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lakeland 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 Lakeland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakeland, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakeland 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 Lakeland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
11.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.9%
46.1%
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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 Lakeland, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 43 independent living facilities near Lakeland, New York. See the full list.
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