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The cost of independent living in Forest Home is about $4,548 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 52 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 Brookdale Ithaca AL
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
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16 reviews
8.4
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My brothers and I are so pleased that we found Brookdale in Ithaca for Mom!!! Her dementia was getting worse and we needed a place that we felt safe leaving her! All of the staff are wonderful and caring!...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Do more of what you love.Here at our enhanced assisted living community, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or learning something new like a painting class, you have choices for how you spend your...
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2222 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.8
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36 reviews
8.8
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36 reviews
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4 star
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3 star
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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.
Walden Place offers an active lifestyle with premier services and amenities-- in a warm family, oriented community. We realize that you are looking for a community that offers the services of a well respected Assisted Living community, but we want to offer you more. We want to preserve your...
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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Forest Home, NY

The average cost of senior living in Forest Home is $4,548 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elmira, NY with an average of $3,365 per month.

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

Forest Home, NY
$4,598/mo

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

Forest Home, NY
$4,598/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

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

$5,382/mo
Independent Living
$4,598/mo

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

Studio
$6,638/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,058/mo

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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 Forest Home

Recent reviews for independent living in Forest Home

Brookdale Ithaca AL

4.9
My grandmother's situation was very difficult. She was used to living on her own and not having very serious health problems. Getting her into the Brookdale facility in Ithaca was a very hard transition for her to get used to at first. The staff was so friendly and kind. They kept us updated on ...
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Walden Place in Cortland, NY

5.0
The staff is very attentive to the residents . My mom really likes the food there. There are activities throughout the week to keep them busy. Overall, I am just very impressed with what I have experienced there for my mom.

Forest Home independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Home independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Home, 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 Forest Home 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 Forest Home partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Home, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Home 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 Forest Home communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Home, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
37.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Home 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 Forest Home offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Home, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
32.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.4%
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Brookdale Ithaca AL, Walden Place and New Falls Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Forest Home, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Forest Home, New York. See the full list.

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