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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Southwest Oswego, NY

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The cost of independent living in Southwest Oswego is about $4,079 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 101 options. Read 828 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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Southwest Oswego Independent Living Facilities | 828 Reviews

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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.
Established in 1962 and located in the Historic District of Auburn, NY, we are a private pay Senior Care facility for individuals over the age of 60. We have 37 Adult Home Level private rooms. Staff supervision provided 24/7. Each resident room has its own 1/2 bathroom (toilet and sink). There...
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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: 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
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.
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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.
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
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: 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.
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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.
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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: 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.
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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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Southwest Oswego, NY

The average cost of senior living in Southwest Oswego is $4,079 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sodus Point, NY with an average of $3,365 per month.

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

Southwest Oswego, NY
$4,071/mo
$4,251/mo

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

Southwest Oswego, NY
$4,071/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

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

$5,440/mo
Independent Living
$4,071/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,510/mo
Studio
$4,426/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,399/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,523/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,593/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Southwest Oswego over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Southwest Oswego

Recent reviews for independent living in Southwest Oswego

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 Woodlands in Fairport, NY

5.0
I didn't rate the quality of care because it's an independent living facility. Everything else I would rate a 5 it's a beautiful facility, people are very friendly, the food is very high-quality and the best part of the Woodlands is [name removed] who manages it. She is a wonderful person that ...
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Ashton Place Senior Living in Clifton Springs, NY

4.5
We like living at Ashton Place. Some of our friends already lived here and that helped us with the decision to choose this community. We enjoy the evening meal and they offer a variety of choices. The food is one of the best aspects of the community. They offer six to seven daily activities ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Multiple reviews mention the warmth and kindness of staff and residents in various communities, creating a strong sense of family and belonging for new residents. For instance, at Holiday Maple Downs, the sales director went above and beyond by asking her mother to pray for a resident, and res ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Residents and families praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, apartments, and outdoor spaces in several communities, such as Parkwood Heights, where they mention the pristine bathrooms, renovated patio and dining room, and availability of on-site services like a podiatrist. The gro ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Families across several communities express their satisfaction with the quality and diversity of meals offered. At Baywinde Senior Living, residents appreciate the availability of personalized dining choices, while Towne Center Retirement Community residents mention enjoying great food and t ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer various activities tailored to residents' interests, allowing them to stay active and socially engaged. Activities mentioned in the reviews include bingo, arts and crafts, and outings to local attractions. At Brick Corner Independent Living, residents would appreciate more ou ...
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Thoughtful and responsive staff. Several reviews emphasize the importance of having supportive and attentive staff who are readily available to help residents with their needs. At Holiday Maple Downs, the aids and caregivers are described as friendly and professional, while The Addison of Willow Pond families appreciate the ...
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Strong sense of community. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of a strong sense of community within the senior living facilities. Residents at Legacy at Grande Vie feel that they have become a family, and at The Addison of Willow Pond, they celebrate birthdays, holidays, and special occasions together. This sen ...
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Southwest Oswego independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southwest Oswego independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southwest Oswego, 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 Southwest Oswego 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 Southwest Oswego 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
21.7%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
25.3%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.7%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Southwest Oswego 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 Southwest Oswego communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.9%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.7%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
19.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southwest Oswego 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 Southwest Oswego offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.9%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.6%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.6%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.1%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.5%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
22.9%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.1%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
47.5%
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Bishop's Commons, Parkrose Estates and Holiday Maple Downs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Southwest Oswego, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 101 independent living facilities near Southwest Oswego, New York. See the full list.

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

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