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9.9
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It is like a home, not an institution. It is privately run so they are not trying to squeeze out profits for the stockholders. The people who work there are caring and kind. While its not a place for a super...
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.
    Gold Coast Mansion on 12 acres of rolling hills & country scenes of grazing horses. With 44 residents, we're small enough to give exceptional care in a 'Bed & Breakfast ' setting, at affordable prices. We are a Full Service facility.  No hidden costs.
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The staff are exceptionally kind and caring. Twin cedars is very clean and organized. It is a calm and peaceful place. The food is good. The residents are well cared for. My family member is content and...
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 at Twin CedarTwin Cedar Senior Living is an award winning assisted living/personal care home that offers a wonderful lifestyle in a perfect location, bordering New York and New Jersey giving our residents family and friends the ability to visit with ease. Our home is a 37-bed assisted living...
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66 Floor plans available
9.9
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106 reviews
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.
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33 Floor plans available
9.9
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91 reviews
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They are very transparent, honest, and take excellent care of my FIL. When he had to go to rehab after being really sick. It is across the street from spring Village- they took the time to visit him, kept...
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.
Spring Village at Danbury is a boutique, affordable assisted living community specializing in enhanced care, located in the heart of Danbury, CT. We offer a safe option for people who wish to live independently with minimal assistance and for those who need an individualized approach to care. We...
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66 Floor plans available
9.9
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The facility is orderly, clean, and well maintained. The staff are attentive and very friendly. A lot of thought is devoted to safety for the residents
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Ideally situated and all-inclusive, this luxury residence is tailored exclusively to older New Yorkers – and makes it easier to live in the artistic and cultural heart of the City, just one block from scenic Riverside Park. Featuring handsome pre-war architecture, art deco-inspired finishes and...
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9.8
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98 reviews
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Much bigger than I thought, most of the people who live or work here are. Friendly, dinning room service is good as well as the food,
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.
At Atria Rye Brook, you'll have countless opportunities to socialize and learn through a full calendar of activities. Visit our pottery studio complete with potter's wheel and kiln, on-site hair salon and barber shop, media room with large-screen TV and year-round indoor and outdoor pools. Atria...
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33 Floor plans available
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I would say across the board they are a 5. They offer the same if not better care than the most expensive places They all take care of my mom so after being there we are more than happy with the facilities...
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.
Here you’ll never stop growing.If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living, our senior living community could be the right fit for you. With both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care on one campus, you’ll have the care you need when you need it. Plus, we’re just a...
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33 Floor plans available
9.7
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I believe that they're trying, there just isn't enough staff and she's had constant issues with her pendant when calling for help. We'll most likely be moving her elsewhere; she'd like to give it a couple...
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.
Additional Amenities at Sunrise of Sheepshead Bay: Sunrise of Sheepshead Bay has a residential feel and feels set away from the hustle and bustle Brooklyn has to offer. Right outside our doors though we also offer a large parking lot for our residents and their visitors. Our location affords many...
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77 Floor plans available
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So far everything is going very well. The staff is wonderful. His room is very nice. I would recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
The Chelsea at Bald Eagle is a beautiful assisted living community located beneath the picturesque Wyanokie Mountains in West Milford, Passaic County, New Jersey. Our safe and secure community provides various housing options depending on personal preference, from spacious suites and studio...
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The entire staff is professional , friendly, and genuinely enjoys their jobs. I would and have recommended this care one to others
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.
CareOne at Morris Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways including Route 80, Route 287, and Route 46. We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. We are part of a CareOne Senior Care Communities -- In addition to CareOne at Morris...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Teaneck
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9.7
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40 reviews
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40 reviews
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Food and strict medical issues due to allergies & long time Autoimmune illness non contagious, and Chef has met with me and makes sure my foods are not compromised like cross contamination of shellfish...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Arbor Terrace Teaneck provides residents with a lifestyle focused on wellness and meaningful social connections. You’ll love connecting with new friends and pursuing the retirement lifestyle you have only dreamed of. At Arbor Terrace Teaneck, relationships are the foundation of our community. We...
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Although our father’s stay at Colonial Manor was short, we believe he was genuinely cared for and respected in his final weeks. The staff was kind, respectful, and made him feel welcome. We were also...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Colonial Manor at Panther Valley is an assisted care community located in Hackettstown, NJ. The city of Hackettstown is located in Warren County and home to about 9,800 people. Hackettstown, home of the Mars Chocolate Company, makers of M&Ms, is a bustling, small town where residents can run...
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33 Floor plans available
9.6
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81 reviews
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We had a lovely experience placing mom at The Brielle. Having never done this before we were unaccustomed to the process and a little trepidacious about putting mom in care. Everyone from the administrator,...
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.
The Brielle, a non-profit community featuring care-inclusive pricing structure, is nestled in a natural wooded oasis right on Staten Island. We offer assisted living and memory care on a 10-acre campus that's comfortably removed from the surrounding noise and hectic pace. It's an idyllic setting...
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Castle Senior Living is a wonderful community. Staff are knowledgeable, approachable, and attentive to residents’ needs. Activities keep residents active and engaged. The rooms are clean and comfortable. We...
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.
Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills offers a unique supportive living environment with all the comforts of home. Conveniently located off the Long Island Expressway, we offer elegant suites, 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, and linen service and three delicious kosher meals served daily in...
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9.6
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After visiting a number of places my daughter and I chose Atria for my wife of 55 years. This was a very sad moment but one that was necessary. The Atria facilities and people have been marvelous. The...
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.
Atria Stamford has served the families of Fairfield County since 2007. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation and expansion to enhance beauty and functionality. Once complete, residents will enjoy a host of exciting new spaces and amenities,...
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9.6
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While this community is absolutely beautiful and offers a wide variety of activities and outings, it's important to note that you will likely need to pay separately for aides, which can be an additional...
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.
Atria on Roslyn Harbor is a luxury Senior LIving property offering Signature level amenities, dining and programs, while giving seniors the ability to "age in place" Located within walking distance to the quaint village of Roslyn on Long Island's Gold Coast, the community overlooks the beautiful...
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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68 reviews
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I found the management team to be very responsive and professional. Any considerations I have they take seriously, they never make you feel like you're complaining. Yes, I would recommend Sunrise of Staten...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.5
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It's a lovely community, Clean, employees are lovely. I would say what's important for someone to understand is that it's not one to one care. Not that they advertise it as such but as a newcomer to this...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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I would recommend it! They do provide individual care which really reduces family stress. A 4 only because I think they can come up with more activities.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.5
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The staff clearly leads with their hearts. All of them. Mom loves the food. Small place very welcoming. The bathrooms and rooms need a bit of renovation but clearly not important to our family or my mom.
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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9.5
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...
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2020 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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This was a rather stressful experience of living our elderly father into Sunrise (for him and us) Unfortunately, he only lasted about six weeks and passed. He was never happy there but that is most likely...
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.
Sunrise of Bridgewater opened its doors in March of 2019. We have a highly tenured team, with several department managers being with Sunrise for 20+
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9.5
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They were super easy to work with. [name removed] went over everything with my sister and I on a virtual tour, and then gave Mom, myself and my siblings a wonderful in person tour, including lunch where the...
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.
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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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The billing is confusing because you're always a month behind. The local people are very helpful though. Sometimes you have to really push if you want to look at new meds or things that are outside of the...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.5
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61 reviews
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My grandma moved in three months ago. She loves the food and is enjoying the activities the team i great and really got to know her. Very happy here.
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.
CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue.  We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
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Cost of independent living in Sterling Forest, NY

The average cost of senior living in Sterling Forest is $6,310 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, NY with an average of $3,654 per month.

Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, vs. nearby cities

Sterling Forest, NY
$6,310/mo

Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, vs. state and national averages

Sterling Forest, NY
$6,310/mo
U.S. national average
$4,022/mo

Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, vs. other senior living options

$7,038/mo
Independent Living
$6,310/mo

Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,056/mo
Studio
$5,453/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,930/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,109/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,534/mo

Senior living costs in Sterling Forest 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: Sterling Forest, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSterling Forest, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,310/mo$4,409/mo$4,022/mo
Assisted Living$6,951/mo$5,523/mo$4,564/mo
Memory Care$7,038/mo$5,594/mo$4,801/mo
Independent Living
Sterling Forest, NY:$6,310/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
Assisted Living
Sterling Forest, NY:$6,951/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Memory Care
Sterling Forest, NY:$7,038/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
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Independent living costs in Sterling Forest, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sterling Forest 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.

Sterling Forest, NYNY stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Sterling Forest, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sterling Forest 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
Sterling Forest, NY$4,717/mo$4,559/mo+3.5%
New York$3,751/mo$3,654/mo+2.7%
National$3,256/mo$3,167/mo+2.8%
Sterling Forest, NY
2024 average cost:$4,717/mo
2023 average cost:$4,559/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,751/mo
2023 average cost:$3,654/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,167/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sterling Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in Sterling Forest

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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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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Sterling Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling Forest, 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 Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.5%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
32.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling Forest 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 Sterling Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.3%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.8%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Christian Fellowship House, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Atria Forest Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sterling Forest, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 534 independent living facilities near Sterling Forest, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sterling Forest, New York are Atria Forest Hills, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Atria West 86. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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