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The cost of independent living in Orwell is about $4,466 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 96 options. Read 476 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.
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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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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.
Just minutes from the beautiful Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River, Ives Hill Retirement Community is located in Watertown, NY. This community borders the Ives Hill golf course and is situated in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood just minutes to professional medical offices and...
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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: 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.
Assisted Living at St. Francis Commons offers an affordable lifestyle choice for individuals who wish to remain independent and active, yet may need help with daily activities. Our Assisted Living Program provides residents a warm, comfortable environment that's worry free. When residents need...
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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.
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...
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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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Photo of Malta House
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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.
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: 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: 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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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.
Our facility has become an established home for men and women who choose to longer live alone or can no longer live safely in their own home, but do not require a skilled nursing facility. We provide assistance where needed, proper nutritional and social interaction in a safe home-like...
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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: 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: 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Orwell, NY

The average cost of senior living in Orwell is $4,466 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Constableville, NY with an average of $3,147 per month.

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

Orwell, NY
$4,466/mo
$4,079/mo
$4,984/mo

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

Orwell, NY
$4,466/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

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

$5,635/mo
Independent Living
$4,466/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,417/mo
Studio
$5,194/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,699/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,277/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Orwell over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Orwell

Recent reviews for independent living in Orwell

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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The Lodge at Ives Hill in Watertown, NY

5.0
I WOULD GIVE THE Lodge at Ives Hill five stars. You feel like you are a part of a family here and this is home. The staff and residents are friendly, cheerful and courteous. The meals are good. They do everything they can to make you feel comfortable and take care of your many needs. The ...
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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 :)

Orwell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orwell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orwell, 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 Orwell 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 Orwell 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
13.8%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.5%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Orwell 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 Orwell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.5%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orwell 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 Orwell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.8%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.5%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
11.3%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
47.4%
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Bishop's Commons, Parkrose Estates and Holiday Maple Downs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Orwell, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 96 independent living facilities near Orwell, New York. See the full list.

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

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