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The staff was wonderful to my mom. She liked the food, which is great because she is fussy. Her only complaint was that a lot of chicken was served. Her room was a nice size and you can make it as homey as...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our senior living community in Yorktown Heights, New York, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide...
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It is so lovely there. The atmosphere is calm and quiet. The staff is exceptional. The food is very tasty and the chef is a sweetheart. Every person that works there wants to be there. My mother is so happy....
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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Yorktown Assisted Living has all of the best aspects of a warm, loving and caring home. Residents' rave about the incredible quality of the cuisine. The list of activities is too long to list here but it...
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.
At Yorktown Assisted Living our mission is to provide personal care and the highest quality-of-life by partnering with residents and families to foster meaningful relationships. Our hand-picked staff are passionate about care and the people we care for, and are committed to supporting the...
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Not a perfect experience because no facility can, in my view, be perfect. And the reason for that is that as a resident in any facilty you give up any number of rights and options that you had before you...
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.
Drum Hill Senior Living provides seniors with an independent living community in Peekskill, NY. This community is located in a beautiful area that is rich with history. Peekskill is a part of Westchester County, and it offers many opportunities for residents and visitors to get out and have fun....
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The location is nice- other than that my sis in law had no other decent options. If you can't prove enough income, they will charge you for the entire year in advance.
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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
River Pointe River Pointe at Drum Hill is a senior housing community located in scenic Peekskill, Westchester County, New York. The residence is for seniors who are 62 years old or older. Peekskill is located by a bay on the east side of the Hudson River. River Pointe at Drum Hill is surrounded...
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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Cost of independent living in South Highland, NY

The average cost of senior living in South Highland is $6,174 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maybrook, NY with an average of $4,012 per month.

Independent living costs in South Highland, NY, vs. nearby cities

South Highland, NY
$6,174/mo

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

South Highland, NY
$6,174/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in South Highland, NY, vs. other senior living options

$7,059/mo
Independent Living
$6,174/mo

Independent living costs in South Highland, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,865/mo
Studio
$6,208/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,658/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,783/mo

Senior living costs in South Highland 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: South Highland, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Highland, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,174/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,966/mo$5,523/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$7,059/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Highland, NY:$6,174/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
South Highland, NY:$6,966/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
South Highland, NY:$7,059/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in South Highland, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Highland 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
South Highland, NY$2,500/mo$2,500/mo0.0%
New York$3,478/mo$3,504/mo-0.7%
National$2,798/mo$2,774/mo+0.9%
South Highland, NY
2024 average cost:$2,500/mo
2023 average cost:$2,500/mo
Percent change:0.0%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,478/mo
2023 average cost:$3,504/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,798/mo
2023 average cost:$2,774/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in South Highland

Recent reviews for independent living in South Highland

Fountainview at College Road in Monsey, NY

4.2
I received helpful and friendly service from both the staff and administration. The facility is clean and secure, the grounds are well kept, there are numerous activities and services available on premises, and free bus service to local businesses. For independent living, it's a very good fit ...
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Glen Arden in Goshen, NY

5.0
My friends Mom lives in this community. She moved in about 7 months ago after losing her husband. She is thriving in this environment. She lives independently, has transportation if she needs it and lives amongst some really nice people. She has a better social life than I do. I had dinner ...
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The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY

4.0
Mom seems to be doing well here. She has settled in nicely. She does what activities she can due to her dementia. As far as I know, she likes the food I haven't heard any complaints about it. The staff has been friendly and good-natured very professional. The community appears clean and well ...
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South Highland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Highland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Highland, 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 Highland 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 Highland 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
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Highland 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 Highland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Highland, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Highland 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 Highland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
47%
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