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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Marion, NY

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[name removed] was our only contact when we researched the facility. She was very helpful and is a very nice person that tried to help in any way possible. I'm not sure if they are fully staffed for...
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.
With its spectacular, private location, beautiful and spacious accommodations and impressively appointed community center, Parkwood Heights offers the best in senior living. Featuring patio homes, villas and senior apartments with helpful services and amenities, Parkwood Heights offers fresh new...
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Comfortable senior apartment living in the country. Close to everything. Great for older adults. A full kitchen. A bedroom and bathroom and a living room with a small balcony. Open parking for their...
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.
Located just off the Gananda Parkway, The Gardens enjoys the privacy of a spacious wooded lot, neighbored by farmland and Blue Heron Hills Country Club. Enjoy the serenity from your own balcony or patio, venture out to explore the surrounding trails and ponds, or even plant and tend your own plot...
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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.
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Marion, NY

The average cost of senior living in Marion is $3,460 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rushville, NY with an average of $3,293 per month.

Independent living costs in Marion, NY, vs. nearby cities

Marion, NY
$3,460/mo
$3,427/mo

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

Marion, NY
$3,460/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Marion, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,745/mo
Independent Living
$3,460/mo

Independent living costs in Marion, NY, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,858/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,115/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,098/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,915/mo

Senior living costs in Marion 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: Marion, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarion, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,460/mo$4,412/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,705/mo$5,593/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,745/mo$5,671/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Marion, NY:$3,460/mo
New York:$4,412/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Marion, NY:$4,705/mo
New York:$5,593/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Marion, NY:$4,745/mo
New York:$5,671/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Marion

Recent reviews for independent living in Marion

Quail Summit in Canandaigua, NY

5.0
My dad is doing so well here, all the staff is great with him and he evens likes to take part in the activities and going to the dining room where he can socialize and he really likes the menu choices. I would recommend this community to everyone

Heathwood Assisted Living at Penfield

4.0
Overall we have been happy and so has my mom. Her experience has been very positive - she has a lot of friends there and the staff, for the most part have been great.

Solstice Senior Living at Fairport

4.8
The staff are very friendly. The grounds look amazing. They are very family friendly - we have a large family and we love to go for dinner with mom and they have the space for our visits.

Marion independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion, 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 Marion 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 Marion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marion, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
26.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion 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 Marion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marion, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
31%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion 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 Marion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marion, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Baywinde Senior Living, The Addison of Willow Pond and Legacy at Clover Blossom are the top-rated independent living facilities near Marion, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 5 independent living facilities near Marion, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Marion, New York are Baywinde Senior Living, The Addison of Willow Pond and Legacy at Grande Vie. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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