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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Root, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Root 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 Root. 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 150 independent living facilities in Root, 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 Amsterdam, Altamont and Schoharie.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Amsterdam, Altamont and Schoharie.
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Located in the heart of the Mohawk Valley, Willow Park is an assisted living community in Utica, New York. About 45 minutes east of Syracuse and about an hour and a half from Albany, Willow Park is the perfect place to call home, especially if you enjoy a picturesque landscape. If you happen to...
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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.
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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.
Troy Adult Home is an assisted living community that benefits from being nestled among the natural beauty of Troy, NY. The forest of trees that surrounds our facility give off a cascade of color during the fall, and the wide open spaces on our grounds give residents plenty of places to enjoy the...
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My mom has been at Canterbury House for two years and enjoys it very much. As with any congregate living situation, family type "issues" arise. But the home is safe, clean, and caring. The staff welcomes...
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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.
CANTERBURY HOUSE '...a retirement home for independent seniors...' Canterbury House is a not-for-profit corporation that maintains an affordable senior residence for persons, 55 and above, who need companionship and safety but are not ready for a nursing home. Residents may stay for long...
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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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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.
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I have lived here for 5 months. I am very happy the food is wonderful. I have not cooked a thing! Services are prompt and well done. There are plenty of activities. It is a friendly community. Grounds...
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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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
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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.
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
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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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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 Root, NY
The average cost of senior living in Root is $3,305 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Johnstown, NY with an average of $2,661 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Root, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Root
Recent reviews for independent living in Root
Hearthstone Village in Latham, NY
5.0
We have been incredibly pleased with Hearthstone and my grandma loves living there! All of the staff members are friendly and attentive. The neighbors are kind and she absolutely loves the activities. It's great to have a shuttle for errands and the community is quiet and clean. Definitely the ...
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Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY
5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.
Avila Independent Retirement Community in Albany, NY
4.9
After visiting four other retirement facilities, we selected Avila for its friendly climate, services offered, meal opportunities, and several religious services provided on-site. Now, with three years of experience at Avila, we are pleased with our decision to join this community. We also know ...
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Root independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Root independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Root, 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 Root 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 Root 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
16.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Root 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 Root communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Root 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 Root offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
13.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Glenville, Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead and Ingersoll Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Root, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 150 independent living facilities near Root, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Root, New York are Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead, Ingersoll Place and Diamond Ridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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