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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Barker, NY

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The cost of independent living in Barker is about $3,858 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 131 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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They have all kinds of activities for the residents. The staff is very pleasant, and the dining room and food are great. I would recommend this facility to anyone.
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.
Brookdale Castle Gardens offers independent and assisted living, as well as memory care. This community in Vestal, New York, offers the quaint feel of a country cottage, with delightful areas like the courtyard with raised gardening beds and cozy seating by the fireplace. Should your needs...
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What we liked the most about the community is that the staff was very friendly, opportunities to make new friends, food was good and everything was clean. Yes we would recommend Elderwood Village at Vestal...
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.
Elderwood Village at Vestal is an assisted living community located in historic Vestal, New York, tucked away in a residential area, offering the peace and quiet our residents want while also being conveniently located to all that Vestal has to offer. Elderwood Village at Vestal is an intimate,...
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This is the place to be around here they are really good to the residents. There are plenty of activities at the residence.
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.
United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus offers seniors a safe and secure community to thrive enjoying peace of mind in knowing they have access to a high quality and compassionate care continuum. As a non-for-profit and faith based organization, we are dedicated to our residents and our Mission of...
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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.
United Methodist Homes Elizabeth Church Campus offers seniors a safe and secure community to thrive enjoying peace of mind in knowing they have access to a high quality and compassionate care continuum. As a non-for-profit and faith based organization, we are dedicated to our residents and our...
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Barker, NY

The average cost of senior living in Barker is $3,858 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gilbertsville, NY with an average of $2,744 per month.

Independent living costs in Barker, NY, vs. nearby cities

Barker, NY
$3,858/mo

Independent living costs in Barker, NY, vs. state and national averages

Barker, NY
$3,858/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Barker, NY, vs. other senior living options

$5,458/mo
Independent Living
$3,858/mo

Independent living costs in Barker, NY, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,632/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,878/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,313/mo

Senior living costs in Barker vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Barker, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarker, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,858/mo$4,686/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,702/mo$5,823/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$5,458/mo$5,912/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Barker, NY:$3,858/mo
New York:$4,686/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Barker, NY:$4,702/mo
New York:$5,823/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Barker, NY:$5,458/mo
New York:$5,912/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Barker, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Barker and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Barker, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barker have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Barker, NY$3,919/mo$3,478/mo+12.7%
New York$3,506/mo$3,269/mo+7.2%
National$2,851/mo$2,799/mo+1.9%
Barker, NY
2024 average cost:$3,919/mo
2023 average cost:$3,478/mo
Percent change:+12.7%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,506/mo
2023 average cost:$3,269/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,851/mo
2023 average cost:$2,799/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Barker

Recent reviews for independent living in Barker

Brookdale Castle Gardens in Vestal, NY

5.0
5 for all categories! I would absolutely recommend Brookdale Castle Gardens to other families based on the experience I have had so far.

Elderwood Village at Vestal

4.9
What I like the most about Elderwood Village is that they have very friendly and are responsive to mom's needs. It is a nice facility and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Barker independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barker independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barker, 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 Barker 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 Barker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barker, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Barker 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 Barker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barker, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barker 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 Barker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barker, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
33%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Castle Gardens, Elderwood Village at Vestal and United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barker, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Barker, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Barker, New York is Brookdale Castle Gardens. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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