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Everything here has been wonderful! The staff are fabulous, the food is delicious, and they've got social activities going on all the time! The facility itself is a very nice looking older building, and it...
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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.
You and your loved ones will feel confident that you are safe, happy, and well taken care of at Victoria Mews. Your days will be filled with good friends and good times, and your evenings will be filled with rest and relaxation. Please visit us ......our door is always open! We know how important...
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I have lived here for about 20 years (basically since the complex opened) and I have never experienced better service. The landscape has looked absolutely incredible, the people that live here are extremely...
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An active adult rental community located on the north shore of western suffolk county. Located near the Smithhaven Mall and Stonybrook University Hospital.The Waterfalls is a community consisting of 320 1 and 2 bedroom garden apartments. Residents enjoy an active clubhouse complete with formal...
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Im sending my uncle there starting next month. Im very happy with what they offer. Place is very clean and staff is caring and professional.
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Franklin House Senior Apartments are a community for people 55 and older, located in Franklin, Sussex County, New Jersey. Franklin is a beautiful town, surrounded by woods and hillsides. The landscapes in Franklin are beautiful. Residents say that the surroundings are so beautiful, that it is...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Valley Pond Estates, NY

The average cost of senior living in Valley Pond Estates is $6,827 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beacon, NY with an average of $4,375 per month.

Independent living costs in Valley Pond Estates, NY, vs. nearby cities

Valley Pond Estates, NY
$6,827/mo

Independent living costs in Valley Pond Estates, NY, vs. state and national averages

Valley Pond Estates, NY
$6,827/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Valley Pond Estates, NY, vs. other senior living options

$7,665/mo
Independent Living
$6,827/mo

Independent living costs in Valley Pond Estates, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,327/mo
Studio
$5,580/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,138/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,365/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Valley Pond Estates 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: Valley Pond Estates, NY
Column state: New York
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Community typeValley Pond Estates, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,827/mo$4,419/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$7,506/mo$5,535/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$7,665/mo$5,606/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Valley Pond Estates, NY:$6,827/mo
New York:$4,419/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Valley Pond Estates, NY:$7,506/mo
New York:$5,535/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Valley Pond Estates, NY:$7,665/mo
New York:$5,606/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Valley Pond Estates, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Valley Pond Estates 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Valley Pond Estates, NY$4,812/mo$4,677/mo+2.9%
New York$3,751/mo$3,654/mo+2.7%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Valley Pond Estates, NY
2024 average cost:$4,812/mo
2023 average cost:$4,677/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Valley Pond Estates

Recent reviews for independent living in Valley Pond Estates

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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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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Valley Pond Estates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Valley Pond Estates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Valley Pond Estates, 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 Valley Pond Estates 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 Valley Pond Estates 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
29.7%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.9%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
37.1%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.7%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Valley Pond Estates 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 Valley Pond Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.1%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
32.5%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Valley Pond Estates 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 Valley Pond Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.3%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.1%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
43.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
46.9%
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