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Photo of Tanglewood Manor
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I love my new home, I have been here for several years and I have also found my new love, The rooms are perfect for us and the cost. Staff treat us like family all the time. The food is great, 3 meals a day...
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.
Tanlgewood Manor, a licensed Assisted Living facility, has been “home” to many since opening its doors in 1984. Residents at Tanglewood quickly feel relaxed and comfortable surrounded by folks who make them feel like family, while still enjoying their outside connections to community activities...
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I would recommend this place to my friends. It is very clean I have never felt so welcome with staff and residents as I have at Magnolia
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.
Our Community is a newly renovated assisted living offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located on 3+ acres in a tranquil setting and cozy environment, giving our residents the perfect atmosphere of socialization,...
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My brother has been a Memory Garden resident for about 5 years. He enjoys the facility and especially the staff. He broke his hip earlier this year and had to spend a few months in a rehab facility and was...
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.
Living with Alzheimer’s disease can be a challenging, confusing and frightening experience. Familiar surroundings become foreign, daily tasks get muddled and faces of loved ones may become unfamiliar. That’s why Memory Garden strives to foster an environment that promotes our residents’ sense of...
Photo of Brookdale Kenmore
1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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Our process getting into Brookdale was smooth and easy. They were very clear with their expectations and kept us informed about when her place would be ready to move in. Staff were very welcoming and...
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.
Here you’ll get to redefine your independence, pursue new hobbies and live your life your way. At our enhanced assisted living community, you’ll have choices for how to spend your time. With enhanced assisted living, you’ll have assistance with medications, dressing and bathing, as well as...
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99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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We love The Amberleigh! My sister-in-law loves it. They're the food is good. The activities are wonderful. She's doing wonderful thank you so much.
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.
Explore new interests at The Amberleigh, where our blend of desired amenities and convenient services offers residents a vibrant lifestyle that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness programs. Our Williamsville, New York, Independent...
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Manor House was the best choice for my mom. She enjoys it there, and she has made new friends. Mom even says she loves the Manor House. The only reason I didn't give them five stars is because they were just...
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.
Welcome to The Manor House!Our beautiful, established community is located in the heart of Batavia, NY - about 25 minutes from either Buffalo or Rochester and provides apartment style living for active seniors living in near-by towns – and even some who have moved to be close to their children....
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I can't say enough good things about Brookdale Lakewood. I'm just sorry my sister had such a short stay there. She has passed away. I will recommend it to everyone I come in contact with that needs an...
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.
There’s a lot to love here and redefining your independence is just one of them.Here at our assistive living community, we can help you with the little things like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. And we’ll customize your care to fit your specific needs. So...
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Photo of Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst
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99 Floor plans available
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My mother moved in recently and was a bit anxious at first, but everyone has made her feel comfortable so quickly. She adores the home care team that helps her and the management staff at the community...
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.
Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in Amherst, just northeast of Buffalo, we're situated on beautiful grounds that offer meandering walkways lined with spruce and pine leading to a lily pond. Not only will you...
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Photo of Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga
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So far things have been pretty great. The only thing I would say is sometimes communication is not always the best. But we are very pleased with the care and facilities so far.
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.
At Peregrine's Landing Senior Community, every day you will be greeted by members of our friendly, caring staff who will offer freshly prepared, restaurant-style meals in our elegant dining room. Participate in exciting, fulfilling daily activities. Or, visit with friends and family, enjoy a...
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Photo of Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca
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Facility is all private rooms. Nice sitting area outside during summer, under cover from sun and rain. Many activities and staff encourage residents participation. Nursing staff communicates resident's needs...
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.
Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca offers an independent lifestyle with caring personal attention. The community in West Seneca, New York, features comfortable common spaces and private studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. The backyard patio features a lovely koi pond and overlooks a...
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Photo of Fayebrooke on Maple
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All I can say is that everybody there is so amazingly nice and there's so much to do in my mother in law. Absolutely loves it there
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome Home to FayeBrooke Senior Apartments where Lifestyle, Luxury & Location are key! We are Amherst' s premier Retirement Community, offering all the amenities and comforts you desire.. You have a new place to call 'HOME' Choose from our spacious one or two bedroom floor plans.
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Photo of Stamford Estates
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The support the management and staff provide is exceptional, special thanks to [name removed] and [name removed]for their personal involvement. I attended a seminar arranged by Stamford whereby [name...
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.
Located in the historic district of Stamford — in the heart of Niagara Falls — you'll love the warmth and elegance of Stamford Estates. You'll also appreciate the convenience of being so close to shopping, health care, restaurants, casinos, golf and other attractions, including many local...
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Photo of St. Charles Village
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Our loved one is doing great at St Charles Village. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families they have been great.
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.
Welcome Home to St. Charles Village - The Way Retirement Should Be! A friendly, vibrate retirement community where the day-to-day chores are taken care of, leaving you more time to enjoy friends and family. We take care of the Cooking, Housekeeping including daily bed making, and our monthly...
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My family is just so happy that she is there and enjoying more of a social life than just her family. Many great services to draw out older people who are lacking much of a social life. They have physical...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*Among many health precautions now available in our community, we will require all associates who work here to vaccinate for COVID-19. Learn about this and our overall approach to help bring an...
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Photo of Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg
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My sister is very happy there. That's all that matters to me is her happiness. She has friends there and she loves the activities. When [name removed]was There he would go to her apartment to remind her. No...
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.
Located in the Village of Hamburg, New York, Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg offers an independent lifestyle, with caring personal attention. Special features include comfortably furnished living areas set in a historic Masonic temple. Enjoy peace of mind as you relax in your private one or...
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I never give top scores on my surveys as we can always find ways to improve things. We all feel that from what we interviewed to our decision to Tennyson was well worth the cost. And, she got to keep her...
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.
While it is easy to boast about the true beauty of Tennyson Court our dedicated and professional team members are our true offering. Tennyson Court Assisted Living and Memory Care has been providing outstanding care to the WNY community for over 20 years. Our Nurses and Care Aides have been...
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Overall 5 in all categories. This is independent living housing. So, as far as food they provide residents access to vendors that provide pre-made meals at a cost. My sister loves living here!
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
BRAND NEW 55+ ACTIVE ADULT PATIO HOME RENTALS. No HOA fees. One floor living, fully accessible. The Fairways at Lancaster is a pet-friendly, luxury patio home community. All units feature 2 BR/2 FULL baths with an attached one or two car garage. You'll also enjoy a gas fireplace, granite counter...
Photo of FayeBrooke on Youngs
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My loved one is a resident at this facilty. We would highly recommend Fayebrooke on Youngs to others. The staff is friendly and fantastic. The food and the food choices/variety are fantastic (one of the...
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.
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Photo of Fox Creek Estates
1212 Photos available
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No care staff Have to hire outside people Is just a senior apartment We have a outdoor swimming pool One. Or two BR apartments Full kitchen Fireplace I pay $[removed]
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fox Creek Estates, Villas & Shoppes give you everything you want, in the location you desire! For those 55+ we offer traditional one and two-bedroom apartments and patio home villas with all the amenities you're looking for-shuttle service to grocery shopping, planned activities and and active...
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We love Heritage Manor. My husband is there and he is very comfortable and happy. The staff is professional and call me or our son with the slightest of concerns. They are friendly and very welcoming! Rating...
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.
Established in 1989, Heritage Manor of Lockport has been providing residents of Niagara County two types of exceptionalsenior living. Our 64 bed adult home is available to seniors who may no longer be able to live at home independently andwould benefit from the many assisted living services...
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Photo of Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care
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55 Floor plans available
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When we moved my mother from Texas to Heathwood in Williamsville, NY, I was nervous, hoping my mother would be able to adjust to such a change that this point in her life. Seven months later, I can say her...
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.
Photo of Brookdale Niagara (AL)
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Yes it is priced, in my opinion, on the higher side, but they certainly make a case for getting what you pay for. Everyone I have worked with at Brookdale has been fantastic! They have seemingly gone above...
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.
Need a little extra help so you can host a princess tea party with the grandkids? No problem.Here at our enhanced assisted living community, we can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing, getting dressed and managing medications, too. You can go focus...
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Photo of Elderwood Village at Bassett Park
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Elderwood has always been there when I need them...which has been very comforting. [name removed] and [name removed] are so pleasant and accommodating and I don't worry about [name removed] when she stays...
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.
Elderwood Village at Bassett Park offers exceptional assisted living services in the historic village of Williamsville, New York. As part of the Buffalo Metro Region, Williamsville is a great place to call home offering all the charm of small town living and the conveniences that come from being...
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I recently moved my dad in to Eden Heights. I never wanted to put my dad in a home but he had no choice. I am so happy I found Eden Heights. The staff is wonderful. It was difficult for my dad, with...
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.
The Eden Heights community offers assisted living services in charming Eden, New York. With the beautiful scenery from the mountains to Lake Erie that surround Eden, our residents always have a view to enjoy. Our residents can enjoy the views of Lake Erie from our front porch, or from the walking...
Photo of Elderwood Residences at Cheektowaga
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All Straight 5's - this place is awesome. Patio homes - not apartments. No hallways, corridors. Home living! Well there's only 35 patio homes...we plan on staying in ours...lol We were on a waiting list for...
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.
Elderwood Residences at Cheektowaga, a unique, conveniently located independent living patio home community near Buffalo in Cheektowaga, NY, is designed for seniors age 62 and older who want to enjoy retirement living without the commitment of home ownership. Enjoy the view from the private front...
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Cost of independent living in Pontiac, NY

The average cost of senior living in Pontiac is $3,028 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Creek, NY with an average of $2,390 per month.

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

Pontiac, NY
$3,028/mo
$2,767/mo
$2,596/mo

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

Pontiac, NY
$3,028/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,272/mo
Independent Living
$3,028/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,316/mo
Studio
$3,968/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,229/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,388/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,523/mo

Senior living costs in Pontiac 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: Pontiac, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typePontiac, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,028/mo$4,412/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,166/mo$5,593/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,272/mo$5,671/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Pontiac, NY:$3,028/mo
New York:$4,412/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Pontiac, NY:$4,166/mo
New York:$5,593/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Pontiac, NY:$4,272/mo
New York:$5,671/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Pontiac

Recent reviews for independent living in Pontiac

River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON

5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.

Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY

3.6
Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals are decent for my loved one. Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
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Elison of Orchard Glen in Orchard Park, NY

4.8
When you have no idea what to do a place for mom can be a big help. It’s good to start looking before you absolutely need it because you have time to make decisions and assess the situation. We got my mom in a nice place where she’s so much better off. It is not assisted living. It is senior ...
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Pontiac independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pontiac independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pontiac, 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 Pontiac 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 Pontiac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pontiac, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.6%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
15%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Pontiac 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 Pontiac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pontiac, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.9%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
9.2%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pontiac 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 Pontiac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pontiac, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.2%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
9.2%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.7%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Tanglewood Manor, The Magnolia and Memory Garden are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pontiac, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 232 independent living facilities near Pontiac, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Pontiac, New York are Tanglewood Manor, The Magnolia and Memory Garden. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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