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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Smith Mills, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Smith Mills 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 Smith Mills. 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 20 independent living facilities in Smith Mills, 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 Dunkirk, Springville and Fredonia.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Dunkirk, Springville and Fredonia.
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I would give all a 5. Mom moved home in [date removed] with hospice and went to her eternal home [date removed]. She verbalized when she moved out of orchard glen that she wished she had moved there...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*Among many health precautions now available in our community, we will require all associates who work here to vaccinate for COVID-19. Learn about this and our overall approach to help bring an...
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In the middle of the village. [name removed] sits on the front porch as often as she can watching the world go by. Most complaints involve the behavior of the other residents. Housekeeping can be haphazard...
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.
Located in the Village of Hamburg, New York, Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg offers an independent lifestyle, with caring personal attention. Special features include comfortably furnished living areas set in a historic Masonic temple. Enjoy peace of mind as you relax in your private one or...
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I recently moved my dad in to Eden Heights. I never wanted to put my dad in a home but he had no choice. I am so happy I found Eden Heights. The staff is wonderful. It was difficult for my dad, with...
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.
The Eden Heights community offers assisted living services in charming Eden, New York. With the beautiful scenery from the mountains to Lake Erie that surround Eden, our residents always have a view to enjoy. Our residents can enjoy the views of Lake Erie from our front porch, or from the walking...
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My loved one likes the food a lot. We picked this facility, because we have always know about the community, it feels more like a home, and does not feel institutionalized. It doesn't have a smell or odor....
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.
Randolph Manor is a senior care community that offers support for older adults in a home-like setting. Since the 1970's, Randolph Manor has been supporting the residents of Randolph NY and the surrounding towns throughout Cattaraugus County. Licensed for 50 residents, our community prides...
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.
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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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We just moved my father in to the memory care and the staff is incredible. They are friendly smiling and welcoming. They are paying attention to the treatment plan and the residents. They call everyone by...
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.
Located on a charming 23 acre campus in Fredonia, NY, Fredonia Place provides residents with assisted living while also promoting their independence through a host of support services. When seeking an assisted living environment for your elderly loved one, you want to know that they will have 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.
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 WCA Home assisted living community is located in the historic village of Fredonia, New York. This lovely retirement community for women has a Victorian appearance and has numerous activities and festivals available for our residents in this rural area. Enjoy our unique shops, take in a show...
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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We chose this community because of the location. The apartment sizes are not bad, they are efficient for what my mom needs. It is an open concept with a nice size room and bathroom and she has a walk in...
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.
Creek Bend Heights has been serving the community of Hamburg, New York since 1975. Located in the heart of the Village of Hamburg, we offer easy access to local stores, pharmacy and restaurants, all within walking distance. Van transportation provided by the Town of Hamburg is also available for...
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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.
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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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.
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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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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Cost of independent living in Smith Mills, NY
The average cost of senior living in Smith Mills is $2,924 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Creek, NY with an average of $2,390 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smith Mills, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Smith Mills
Recent reviews for independent living in Smith Mills
Elison of Orchard Glen in Orchard Park, NY
4.8
When you have no idea what to do a place for mom can be a big help. It’s good to start looking before you absolutely need it because you have time to make decisions and assess the situation. We got my mom in a nice place where she’s so much better off. It is not assisted living. It is senior ...
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Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg
5.0
The village of Hamburg is terrific. Many eateries, shops and things to do. Very safe and friendly. Yes-I would recommend.. Here and there we had few issues with staff not doing their responsibilities to the fullest but cannot under rate Elderwood's performance based on those few instances.
Eden Heights of Eden
4.6
My father is here and I really like it. The girls are very nice to him and give him good care. He has dementia and needs full care. Very satisfied with this facility. I was very worried about putting my father anywhere at all.
Smith Mills independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smith Mills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smith Mills, 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 Smith Mills 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 Smith Mills 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
11.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Smith Mills 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 Smith Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
5.6%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smith Mills 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 Smith Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
5.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elison of Orchard Glen, Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg and Eden Heights of Eden are the top-rated independent living facilities near Smith Mills, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 20 independent living facilities near Smith Mills, New York. See the full list.
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