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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 29 independent living facilities in Richmond County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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The highest-rated senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care and home care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top reviewed senior care providers nationwide based on reviews submitted by residents and families.

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Upon our arrival at Bayside Manor, we found it to be clean and inviting. Both staff and residents were very friendly and helpful. We met the facilities administrator and we were pleased to find out that...
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: 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.
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Heritage Estates is incredibly nice. The manager, [Removed], is very kind and attentive and the maintenance staff is always helpful. The other tenants are also friendly and sociable here, the community and...
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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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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Cost of independent living in Richmond County, NY

The average cost of senior living in Richmond County is $6,407 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lawrence, NY with an average of $6,004 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond County, NY vs. nearby counties

Richmond County, NY
$6,407/mo
$6,012/mo

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

Richmond County, NY
$6,407/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond County vs. other types of senior living

$7,310/mo
Independent Living
$6,407/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Richmond County, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,699/mo
Studio
$6,674/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,124/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,614/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Richmond County

Recent reviews for independent living in Richmond County

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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Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Richmond County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Richmond County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Richmond County, 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 Richmond County 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 Richmond County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Richmond County, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.8%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Richmond County 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 Richmond County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Richmond County, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
20.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Richmond County 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 Richmond County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Richmond County, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
31%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.2%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.2%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.1%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Belvedere, Sunrise of Marlboro and Sunrise of Madison are the top-rated independent living facilities near Richmond County, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 29 independent living facilities near Richmond County, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Richmond County, New York are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Marlboro and Sunrise of Madison. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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