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The cost of independent living in Cato is about $4,070 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 40 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 Red Mill Manor LLC
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My loved one s currently a resident at Red Mill Manor and the overall experience at this facility has been great so far. On a scale of 1 to 5, I would rate all of the categories a minimum of a 6. Red Mill...
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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Placing my father was easy. The staff are wonderful and seem to really care about the residents. All his needs are met and if there are any issues, they are quick to respond. The rooms very in size and are...
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.
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It is awesomely clean. They have gone through staffing issues. They play bingo, and have arts/crafts sometimes. We picked this community because, my loved one needed 24/7 care, it was affordable and clean....
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.
When You Rent a Senior Apartment at Brick Corner Senior Independent Living you will have the feeling of being at home without the constant worry of being home alone, routine home maintenance, housekeeping, or meal preparation. We embrace small hometown values, integrity and joyful living. Our...
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The moment I moved in I fell in love with the staff here. They have been helpful from the start. I pulled up with my son and his truck full of my stuff. A couple of nice gentlemen helped my family unload the...
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.
About Northbrook Heights Assisted Living Community Northbrook Heights Assisted Living Community is celebrating 40 years of excellence in providing quality care service for the senior population in the community of Auburn, New York and surrounding counties since 1974. Situated in a quiet and...
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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. ...
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.
The Athenaeum of Skaneateles has been an established subsidiary of Peregrine Health Management, respectfully serving the elderly community in Central New York since 2007. Our Executive Director, Trudy Scarr, has more than 25 years of nursing experience and our staff offers varied experience in...
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the care has been good so far. My mom is eating good meals. We have been satisfied with what they are doing for her. We have their support.
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.
    Independent Living at its Finest for 55 & Better.  Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartments in Smoke-Free Environment.  Each building has 3-Stories with 8 Apartments on each floor and Elevator in every building.     All apartments are approximately...
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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.
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, 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.
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.
Photo of Westminster Manor
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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: 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.
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...

Cost of independent living in Cato, NY

The average cost of senior living in Cato is $4,070 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sodus Point, NY with an average of $3,312 per month.

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

Cato, NY
$4,070/mo
$4,070/mo
$4,190/mo

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

Cato, NY
$4,070/mo
U.S. national average
$4,000/mo

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

$5,228/mo
Independent Living
$4,070/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,270/mo
Studio
$4,764/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,800/mo
2 Bedroom
$1,800/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Cato

Recent reviews for independent living in Cato

Brookdale Bellevue AL/MC in Syracuse, NY

5.0
[name removed] was kind and compassionate. I don't know if she is still there. The facility was beautiful, comfortable and convenient. I would strongly recommend Brookdale Bellevue to others.

Bishop's Commons in Oswego, NY

5.0
My mother has been at BC for almost four months now and could not be happier. She says she feels like she’s living in a 5 star hotel. All of the staff are not only professional but kind & caring. My mother has been able to maintain her independence but with a sense that there are people around ...
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Red Mill Manor LLC in Baldwinsville, NY

5.0
My family and loved one have had a great experience with the community. The management team works hard to portray a sense of community and a home like feeling. Overall, this is a community we would recommend to others for their loved ones.

Cato independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cato independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cato, 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 Cato 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 Cato partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cato, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Cato 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 Cato communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cato, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
6.7%
35.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cato 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 Cato offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cato, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.7%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.7%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.3%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
45.4%
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Bishop's Commons, The Hearth on James and Brookdale Liverpool are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cato, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 16 independent living facilities near Cato, New York. See the full list.

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