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33 Floor plans available
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Reasons we chose Waterstone of Westchester- Extremely clean. Manager Lauren extremely accessible. Yearly rate increase of 6 % Only 30 meals per month included. Basically dinner. Have a small...
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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We love living at Waterstone on High Ridge. The facility is beautiful & the people are great. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.
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.
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Everything has been good. People are nice and staff is helpful. Mom is super happy and that's all that matters. I highly recommend this facility to others.
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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Everything has been good. People are nice and staff is helpful. Mom is super happy and that's all that matters. I highly recommend this facility to others.
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 Cliffs is simply put peerless! Its 5 stars due to the exceptional staff who are so dedicated to what they do(care for our most cherished,MOM). The job they do is just so amazing, the personal care is at...
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.
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Green Hill has a very homelike setting which we appreciated very much. There are individual houses with a limited number or residents. Each person has a private room. The residents get to know each other as...
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.
Green Hill, located in West Orange, New Jersey, is among the most experienced senior living communities providing 150 years of compassionate personal care.Green Hill offers a catered lifestyle for the more independent senior providing task-free living while assuring a customized plan able to...
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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, 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.
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: 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: 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: 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.
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: 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
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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: 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: 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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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Greenwood Lake, NY

The average cost of senior living in Greenwood Lake is $6,379 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, NY with an average of $3,654 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Greenwood Lake, NY vs. nearby cities

Greenwood Lake, NY
$6,379/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Greenwood Lake, NY vs. the state and national average

Greenwood Lake, NY
$6,379/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Greenwood Lake vs. other types of senior living

$7,071/mo
Independent Living
$6,379/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Greenwood Lake, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,332/mo
Studio
$7,522/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,701/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,033/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,534/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Greenwood Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Greenwood Lake

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive staff. Residents of various communities, such as Holiday Manor at Woodside and The Mews, express their appreciation for the kind and caring nature of the staff, who go above and beyond to make their loved ones feel at home. They form genuine connections with residents, ensuring a homely and support ...
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Quality dining experiences. Reviews for Thrive at Montvale and Flushing House praise the exceptional food and the ability to accommodate dietary restrictions, making meal times an enjoyable experience for residents.
Engaging activities and socialization opportunities. Communities such as Arbor Terrace Teaneck and Holiday Manor at Woodside offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests, allowing them to stay engaged and active while fostering friendships and connections with their peers.
Thorough communication between staff and families. At Atria on Roslyn Harbor, The Residence at Summer Street, and The Delaney of Bridgewater, families are kept informed and involved in their loved ones' care through regular and detailed conversations with caring and responsive staff members.
Beautiful and clean living spaces. Communities like Flushing House and Kittay Senior Apartments are praised for their immaculate and well-maintained facilities, providing residents with a comfortable and attractive living environment.
Personalized care and attention. Residents and their families at Holiday Manor at Woodside and Sunrise of Cresskill share their gratitude for the individualized care and concern shown by staff members, ensuring their loved ones receive the attention and support they need.
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Greenwood Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Greenwood Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Greenwood Lake, 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 Greenwood Lake 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 Greenwood Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Greenwood Lake, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.7%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Greenwood Lake 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 Greenwood Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Greenwood Lake, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
29.3%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Greenwood Lake 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 Greenwood Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Greenwood Lake, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.8%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.9%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.4%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.3%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.5%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.7%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
25.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.2%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
40%
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Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, The Belvedere and Sunrise of Madison are the top-rated independent living facilities near Greenwood Lake, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 519 independent living facilities near Greenwood Lake, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Greenwood Lake, New York are Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, The Belvedere and Sunrise of Madison. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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