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Excellent facility! Mom has been there for 3 years. The facility is very clean and cheerful, there are many activities for all levels of ability, and the staff is knowledgeable and kind. As Mom ages and...
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.
Elegance with ease. A community engaged. Senior living at its best. For over a decade and counting, The Bristal Assisted Living has represented our area's unrivaled standard. The Bristal strikes the ideal balance between independence and assistance, allowing our residents the security and freedom...
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I would say yes, we would recommend Fountainview at College Road based on the experience we have had so far. It is quite nice. I think that someone who is looking for independence with less responsibility...
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.
FountainView at College Road is Rockland's County's premier residential retirement community with spacious private apartments with services and amenities for independent service. The Springs features Assisted Living and is especially designed for residents who can benefit from more personal...
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A little over two years ago, I moved my mom to The Westchester to give her a safe place to live that was close to me. Having her nearby was important because it she was getting on in years and it was clear...
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.
Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living provides a high quality of care in an assisted living community located in Yonkers, New York. Our independent care location sits in a residential neighborhood on over 10 acres of park-like grounds and well manicure landscapes. We're just a...
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It has been a great experience for my father here. The staff is always friendly and very helpful. There is always great activities to enhance the residents life here.
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.
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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: 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.
Senior Living is Coming to Orangeburg, New YorkImagine waking up each morning in a beautiful new community that overlooks sparkling Lake Tappan, full of lively residents, and with a complete list of events you can choose from each day. Maybe you’ll choose to take a fitness class or go for a walk....
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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.
. OUR MISSION-Our goals and services are based on two fundamental philosophical principles. The belief in the innate worth of the aged and disabled individual and belief that each individual regardless of age, sex, race, religion, or handicap is entitled to maximize his/her potential as a...
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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: 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: 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.
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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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The Spring Valley Rest Home is a most beautiful and wonderful place to call home. I know that is true because I live here. The accommodations and food here are excellent. But the best part of this home is...
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.
The Knolls is a beautiful, friendly community just 10 minutes from White Plains in stunning Westchester County. Enjoy its 30 acres of serene natural beauty, mature woodlands and beautifully landscaped grounds. Delight in joining active, interesting residents who make the most of an ideal mix of...
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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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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.
Evergreen CourtEvergreen Court is an assisted living community located in Spring Valley, NY. Spring Valley, a small village situated just north of Manhattan, is home to numerous landmarks and points of interest. History buffs will enjoy browsing the Finkelstein Memorial Library, which showcases...
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Pines at Narragansett is a senior housing community located in the historic town of Ossining, Westchester County, New York. The 50 bed community is located in a nice residential area. The Pines at Narragansett offers one and two bedroom apartments that have kitchenettes and private bathrooms....
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.
With all the galleries and shops located in and around Atria Chestnut Ridge, it's a wonder that we ever see our residents at all. From tree-lined streets to the artisan community of Nyack, the local atmosphere plays an active role in the lives of everyone within our community. But more...
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.
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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.
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: 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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It is clean and safe. We looked at a lot of facilities. It has great pricing. My mom is happy with the way they do her laundry and clean her room. Everything has been going very good so far. The staff is not...
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.
We are an Independent Senior Residence, located in the heart of downtown White Plains, accessible to all major highways, shops, and parking. We offer supportive living in a warm congenial and home like environment. The Esplanade Senior Residence offers the freedom of an Independent lifestyle...

Cost of independent living in South Nyack, NY

The average cost of senior living in South Nyack is $6,099 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hempstead, NY with an average of $5,670 per month.

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

South Nyack, NY
$6,099/mo
$6,185/mo

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

South Nyack, NY
$6,099/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

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

$7,016/mo
Independent Living
$6,099/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,206/mo
Studio
$7,558/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,457/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,925/mo

Senior living costs in South Nyack 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 Nyack, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Nyack, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,099/mo$4,409/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$6,974/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$7,016/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Nyack, NY:$6,099/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
South Nyack, NY:$6,974/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
South Nyack, NY:$7,016/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in South Nyack, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Nyack 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 Nyack, NY$6,022/mo$6,808/mo-11.6%
New York$3,704/mo$3,617/mo+2.4%
National$3,219/mo$3,101/mo+3.8%
South Nyack, NY
2024 average cost:$6,022/mo
2023 average cost:$6,808/mo
Percent change:-11.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,704/mo
2023 average cost:$3,617/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,219/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in South Nyack

Recent reviews for independent living in South Nyack

The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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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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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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South Nyack independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Nyack independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Nyack, 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 Nyack 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 Nyack 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
38.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Nyack 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 Nyack communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Nyack, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Nyack 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 Nyack offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Tappan Zee Manor LLC, Atria Rye Brook and Atria Briarcliff Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Nyack, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 62 independent living facilities near South Nyack, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Nyack, New York are Brookdale Wayne AL/MC, Atria on Roslyn Harbor and Atria Stamford. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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