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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Big Bay, NY

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The cost of independent living in Big Bay is about $4,412 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 109 options. Read 519 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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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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: 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: 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: 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: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal 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.
Located in the heart of the Mohawk Valley, Willow Park is an assisted living community in Utica, New York. About 45 minutes east of Syracuse and about an hour and a half from Albany, Willow Park is the perfect place to call home, especially if you enjoy a picturesque landscape. If you happen to...
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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.
Located in a small town, surrounded by dairy farms……just at the edge of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains, Brookside Senior-Living Community is a place that readily feels like home. Brookside has that small –town appeal, where you really get to know your neighbors, where neighbors help neighbors...

Cost of independent living in Big Bay, NY

The average cost of senior living in Big Bay is $4,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weedsport, NY with an average of $4,033 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Bay, NY vs. nearby cities

Big Bay, NY
$4,412/mo

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

Big Bay, NY
$4,412/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Bay vs. other types of senior living

$5,750/mo
Independent Living
$4,412/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Big Bay, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,017/mo
Studio
$4,857/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,556/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,109/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Big Bay over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Big Bay

Recent reviews for independent living in Big Bay

The Athenaeum of Skaneateles

5.0
The Athenaeum is the best assisted living facility in all of Central New York. Everyone is so nice and they provide excellent care. It is a sad day when a loved one can no longer live in their own home. The Athenaeum will make you feel so much better about this difficult move. Take a tour ...
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New Burton Homestead in Rome, NY

5.0
[name removed] is wonderful she goes out of her way for everyone that lives here!! Thank you [name removed] for helping my grandparents during this next adventure in their life together!!! Would recommend others to tour :)

North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
I was reluctant to move to assisted living. I have always lived on my own. My family and doctor we're very persistent that I needed the extra help. I have to say, as much as I hate to admit it, they were right. The staff here have been so sweet and helpful. It's like have 5 grandchildren around ...
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Big Bay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Bay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Bay, 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 Big Bay 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 Big Bay 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
12%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.6%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
17.4%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Bay 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 Big Bay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.7%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
9.8%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Bay 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 Big Bay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.2%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.5%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.4%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
21.7%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
10.9%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.8%
47.5%
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Bishop's Commons, Parkrose Estates and Holiday Maple Downs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Bay, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 109 independent living facilities near Big Bay, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Big Bay, New York is Holiday Maple Downs. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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