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What we liked the most about the community is that the staff was very friendly, opportunities to make new friends, food was good and everything was clean. Yes we would recommend Elderwood Village at Vestal...
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.
Elderwood Village at Vestal is an assisted living community located in historic Vestal, New York, tucked away in a residential area, offering the peace and quiet our residents want while also being conveniently located to all that Vestal has to offer. Elderwood Village at Vestal is an intimate,...
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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.
We at The Falls Home strive to offer a quality living environment managed by a caring, conscientious, and dedicated staff. We have proudly served our residents since 1973 as a privately owned Assisted Living Facility. We have a caring, professional staff, many of whom have been with us over 10...
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The Courtyards at Bethany Village is a nice and clean community. We know we made the best choice for our needs. The staff does a good job of providing care for my mother-in-law. They provide activities and...
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.
The Courtyards at Bethany Village is helping a growing population of seniors and their families meet the challenges of aging. The Courtyards is an assisted living community that provides residents with a caring, nurturing environment, comfortable studio or a suite style apartment which is...
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Colonial Square Senior Village is really nice. The two staff members who take care of everything are very friendly. They respond quickly if I ever need any help. I have a nice apartment, 2 bedrooms, bath. It...
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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I looked at some other facilities and I liked Elderwood because everyone was nice and happy to show me around. It is also a smaller facility which fit what I was looking for. The room sizes here are very...
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.
You have come to the right place. Elderwood Assisted Living at Waverly is a vibrant and quaint community that offers individualized attention to our residents needs along with a well balanced social calendar. Amenities include housekeeping, meals, scheduled transportation and case management. We...
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This community is clean, friendly and helpful atmosphere. The activities are on the second floor instead of the first floor so my loved one does not go often and that is one of the downfalls due to her...
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.
Enriched living at Clark Meadows begins with a philosophy – each day should be spent maximizing one’s health and happiness.Taking a preventive approach, it’s a philosophy stressing the importance of exercising the mind and body, as well as nurturing the spirit.Supporting total wellness, Clark...
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This community is a friendly place. Residents get to know each other and make friends within the community in the common areas. The community has a cat for the residents and the cat has a bed over by the...
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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 something for everyone at Horizons, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located in a quiet setting just around the corner from...
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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.
Lyons Manor is an affordable 55 and over senior housing community located in historic Lyons, Wayne County, New York. The community is only a block or two from the First Lutheran Church, The Peppermint Museum, Lyons central Park, Ohman Theater, Grace Episcopal Church and the Erie Canal by the...
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This is the place to be around here they are really good to the residents. There are plenty of activities at the residence.
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.
United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus offers seniors a safe and secure community to thrive enjoying peace of mind in knowing they have access to a high quality and compassionate care continuum. As a non-for-profit and faith based organization, we are dedicated to our residents and our Mission of...
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The location of The Inn Menorah Park community is nice. The other residents were very welcoming. Apartments are spacious. However hte activities are lacking and the food needs a major change, it doesn't even...
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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.
Whether you’re just starting to consider assisted or actively looking for a facility, there are a plethora of great reasons to consider The Inn at Menorah Park of CNY. With a host of amenities, residential activities, and flexible dining services for all of our patrons, our dedicated team goes...
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At Farmington Gardens, You are in the Middle of it All! Located 15 minutes or less from: Beautiful Canandaigua Lake, Kershaw Lakeshore Park, and the Canandaigua Marina Bustling downtown Canandaigua's unique local shops, dining, and seasonal events, including the summer Farmer's Market and...
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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.
Autumn Grove senior housing community is located in the quiet town of Victor, Ontario County, New York. The area is full of mature shade trees and finely manicured lawns. Autumn Grove can be easily accessed just off of Highway 96. Nearby is Victor Hills Golf Course and Mud Creek. An ambulance...
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the care has been good so far. My mom is eating good meals. We have been satisfied with what they are doing for her. We have their support.
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.
    Independent Living at its Finest for 55 & Better.  Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartments in Smoke-Free Environment.  Each building has 3-Stories with 8 Apartments on each floor and Elevator in every building.     All apartments are approximately...
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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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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
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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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
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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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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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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: 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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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 Podunk, NY

The average cost of senior living in Podunk is $3,898 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hammondsport, NY with an average of $2,623 per month.

Independent living costs in Podunk, NY, vs. nearby cities

Podunk, NY
$3,898/mo

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

Podunk, NY
$3,898/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Podunk, NY, vs. other senior living options

$5,100/mo
Independent Living
$3,898/mo

Independent living costs in Podunk, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,193/mo
Studio
$4,652/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,804/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,577/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,915/mo

Senior living costs in Podunk 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: Podunk, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typePodunk, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,898/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,054/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,100/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Podunk, NY:$3,898/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Podunk, NY:$5,054/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Podunk, NY:$5,100/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Podunk, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Podunk 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 Podunk, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Podunk 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
Podunk, NY$4,013/mo$3,742/mo+7.3%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Podunk, NY
2024 average cost:$4,013/mo
2023 average cost:$3,742/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Podunk

Recent reviews for independent living in Podunk

The Athenaeum of Skaneateles

5.0
The Athenaeum is the best assisted living facility in all of Central New York. Everyone is so nice and they provide excellent care. It is a sad day when a loved one can no longer live in their own home. The Athenaeum will make you feel so much better about this difficult move. Take a tour ...
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Ashton Place Senior Living in Clifton Springs, NY

4.5
We like living at Ashton Place. Some of our friends already lived here and that helped us with the decision to choose this community. We enjoy the evening meal and they offer a variety of choices. The food is one of the best aspects of the community. They offer six to seven daily activities ...
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Clark Meadows in Canandaigua, NY

4.0
My loved one has her own nice apartment in the assisted living section of this community. She worked with the physical therapy department for a short time and has improved so much. They offer healthy meals and she is enjoying it there. This community is combined with the independent community. ...
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Podunk independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Podunk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Podunk, 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 Podunk 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 Podunk 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
15.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
17.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Podunk 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 Podunk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Podunk 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 Podunk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
23.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
24.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
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32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Holiday Maple Downs, Brookdale Castle Gardens and Parkrose Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Podunk, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 144 independent living facilities near Podunk, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Podunk, New York are Holiday Maple Downs and Brookdale Castle Gardens. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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