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The cost of independent living in Elmcrest is about $4,772 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 284 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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
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
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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Cost of independent living in Elmcrest, NY

The average cost of senior living in Elmcrest is $4,772 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Creek, NY with an average of $3,595 per month.

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

Elmcrest, NY
$4,772/mo
$4,772/mo

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

Elmcrest, NY
$4,772/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

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

$6,019/mo
Independent Living
$4,772/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,400/mo
Studio
$5,017/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,576/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,942/mo

Senior living costs in Elmcrest 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: Elmcrest, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElmcrest, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$4,772/mo$4,686/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$6,019/mo$5,823/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$6,019/mo$5,912/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Elmcrest, NY:$4,772/mo
New York:$4,686/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Elmcrest, NY:$6,019/mo
New York:$5,823/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Elmcrest, NY:$6,019/mo
New York:$5,912/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Elmcrest, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elmcrest 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 Elmcrest, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elmcrest 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
Elmcrest, NY$4,362/mo$3,827/mo+14.0%
New York$3,746/mo$3,653/mo+2.6%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Elmcrest, NY
2024 average cost:$4,362/mo
2023 average cost:$3,827/mo
Percent change:+14.0%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,746/mo
2023 average cost:$3,653/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Elmcrest

Recent reviews for independent living in Elmcrest

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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North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
I was reluctant to move to assisted living. I have always lived on my own. My family and doctor we're very persistent that I needed the extra help. I have to say, as much as I hate to admit it, they were right. The staff here have been so sweet and helpful. It's like have 5 grandchildren around ...
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The Inn Menorah Park in Syracuse, NY

5.0
Our family is very pleased with the care that our Mother receives at The Inn Menorah Park. We would highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for Assisted Living care for their love one.

Elmcrest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elmcrest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elmcrest, 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 Elmcrest 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 Elmcrest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elmcrest, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Elmcrest 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 Elmcrest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elmcrest, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
13.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elmcrest 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 Elmcrest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elmcrest, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
13.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Liverpool, Parkrose Estates and Park Terrace at Radisson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elmcrest, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 40 independent living facilities near Elmcrest, New York. See the full list.

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

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