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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Akron, NY

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The cost of independent living in Akron is about $3,019 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 43 options. Read 472 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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Photo of Symphony Manor at Lancaster
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: 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: 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: 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
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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
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: 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.
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: 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.
Presbyterian Village of North Church is an independent living community in the charming village of Williamsville in Erie County, NY. Williamsville is located approximately twenty minutes northeast of Buffalo. The town is divided by Ellicott Creek, which is known for the spectacular Glen Falls....
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you love living in a community with an historic presence, you will love residing with Urban Park Towers located Lockport, Niagara County, New York. Lockport is an historic canal town, just minutes from beautiful and scenic Niagara Falls, New York, the honeymoon capital of the Northeast....
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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.
Mount View Assisted Living is a 150 bed assisted living community located on a park-like campus in the Town of Lockport. Our beautifully landscaped grounds feature a large patio with a gazebo, pergola, flower & vegetable gardens and a walking path through the tall pines. Smoking is permitted...
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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.
Built in 1988 by Barbara Waters, The Willows was established as a 22 bed adult home for people that needed minimal assistance and who wanted to live life to the fullest. Residents can relax and enjoy without the worry of medication management, cooking, housework or entertainment/socialization. ...
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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 Akron, NY

The average cost of senior living in Akron is $3,019 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springville, NY with an average of $2,747 per month.

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

Akron, NY
$3,038/mo
$3,008/mo
$2,996/mo

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

Akron, NY
$3,038/mo
U.S. national average
$4,086/mo

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

$4,624/mo
Independent Living
$3,038/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,623/mo
Studio
$4,858/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,746/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,840/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Akron over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Akron

Recent reviews for independent living in Akron

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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Bristolwood Senior Living Community in Buffalo, NY

5.0
Have been here a little over a week now and am quite happy wIth everything! People are friendly and Bristol is quick to respond to any calls that you present. The food is quite good! Overall I am enjoying living here .

Fox Creek Estates in East Amherst, NY

5.0
First of all, I was able to help build it and it was fun to work in such a place as Fox Creek Estates. Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend this community to others who are looking for a place.

Akron independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Akron independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Akron, 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 Akron 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 Akron 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
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
11.9%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.9%
33.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Akron 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 Akron communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.5%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Akron 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 Akron offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.2%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.3%
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