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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Hempstead, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the South Hempstead 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 South Hempstead. 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 27 independent living facilities in South Hempstead, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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My mother spent several quality years living at Brandywine both in assisted living and memory care. She had always resisted the idea of assisted living but from the first day there she loved it. She enjoyed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in South Hempstead, NY
The average cost of senior living in South Hempstead is $6,171 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lawrence, NY with an average of $6,004 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Hempstead, NY by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in South Hempstead
Recent reviews for independent living in South Hempstead
The Fountains at RiverVue in Tuckahoe, NY
4.5
They have some very nice people who have some tenure. Pretty facility inside and out. Also a pretty good restaurant very close - where you can take your spouse and meet your friends. hey were very supportive. Not just for my wife but also for me.
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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South Hempstead independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Hempstead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Hempstead, 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 South Hempstead 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 South Hempstead 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
40.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Hempstead 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 South Hempstead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Hempstead 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 South Hempstead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
63%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
74.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
70.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
48.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.1%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Belvedere, Atria Plainview and Atria Forest Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Hempstead, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 27 independent living facilities near South Hempstead, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Hempstead, New York are The Belvedere, Atria Plainview and Atria Forest Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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