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The cost of independent living in Hayground is about $6,883 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 153 options. Read 2133 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 The Bristal at Holtsville
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We really couldn't be any happier with the entire facility. The cleanliness and friendliness being on the top along with good food and a great menu. Care has been very good too. Activities are ok the only...
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.
Since 2000, The Bristal has helped families understand and embrace the advantages of Senior Assisted Living. Our privately owned senior care communities, and all they offer, are the finest you will encounter. Our senior independent living environment not only grants residents the freedom to come...
Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Haddam
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It was expensive but my loved one received excellent care. We picked this community because, they had avalability,it was beautiful like a hotel, and I felt that my loved one would feel comfortable . I was...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Haddam is a warm and gracious assisted living and retirement community with 72 bright and spacious one- and two- bedroom apartments, located in the Connecticut River Valley.A terrific value for independent seniors, we offer chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping...
Photo of The Bristal at Sayville
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After selling the home she lived in for over 60 years, my mom moved into a beautiful apartment While there she became unhappy and lonely, and after giving up her license and car, felt isolated. We heard...
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.
The Bristal Assisted Living offers incomparable care, the finest luxury amenities, a packed activity calendar and so much more. Call today to schedule your visit.
Photo of Middlesex Health at One MacDonough Place
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I cannot believe there is anywhere like OMP. The staff could not be more devoted and professional. A shame that MMH is closing it.
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.
One MacDonough Place is a not for profit assisted living community that is part of the Middlesex Health System. Our community has been serving seniors of Middlesex county for more than twenty years. Our residents enjoy the benefits of independence with the security of knowing that caring...
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My mother needed increased assistance while staying socially and physically active. JSS has provided that while addressing mom's medical needs. Every time I visit (at least weekly), mom reminds me how much...
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.
For almost 50 years, Jewish Senior Services has been a leader and trusted provider of senior care. Exceptional StaffJewish Senior Services' staff members provide care and services with compassion and a commitment to excellence. Thanks to their efforts and dedication, we have been awarded a 5-star...
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THANK YOU to [name removed] for being such a personable and helpful Manager at AHEPA! My 70 yo sister is delighted to live in that community! I am thankful that my sister has such caregivers and friends in...
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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My dad is currently in the skilled nursing level and I couldn’t be happier with the care he is receiving. They care for him and love him like he was their family member. They are so attentive to his needs...
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: 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.
Photo of Woodbridge of Hampton Bays ( and Farmingdale)
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Riverhead Landing
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My name is Demetria [Removed] I live in apt.[Removed]. I just would like to give Riverhead landing a 5 star rating. They are efficient and courteous. And are very helpful with paperwork. The maintenance...
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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Photo of New England Village
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.
Photo of Yankee Village
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: 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.
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.
Our home is situated on three beautifully landscaped waterfront acres. The picturesque grounds and our intimate size create a comfortable home like atmosphere. Here, our seniors enjoy the benefits of twenty-four hour loving care and all ranges of assisted living services. From assistance with...
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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.
Maintaining independence is wonderful-but living independently doesn't have to mean living alone and contending with everyday tasks and responsibilities that can become overwhelming.The Homestead provides everything needed to enjoy independent living that is not only comfortable and safe, but...
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.
Photo of Meadowbrook Manor
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.
Located just outside the charming rural Connecticut Village of Essex, Meadowbrook Manor is a wonderful residential care home with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and a professional caring staff. The fully air-conditioned home features private and semi-private rooms, 24 hour care, three home cooked...
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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.
Green Grove provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community to call home. Located in Guilford, CT, this assisted living community provides a beautiful location for its residents. Guilford is a part of New Haven County, and guests of our residents will enjoy checking out all that the city...
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.
Photo of Progress Point Apartments
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.
Photo of Pride Point Apartments
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.
Photo of Riverview Lodge
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.
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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.
Photo of Masonicare at Chester Village
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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.
Chester Village West is a continuing care retirement community located in the picturesque lower Connecticut River Valley offering small town charm and special attention to service. Often tired of home upkeep, residents find that Chester Village West provides the services they need to maintain...

Cost of independent living in Hayground, NY

The average cost of senior living in Hayground is $6,883 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dering Harbor, NY with an average of $3,799 per month.

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

Hayground, NY
$6,883/mo

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

Hayground, NY
$6,883/mo
U.S. national average
$4,107/mo

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

$9,695/mo
Independent Living
$6,883/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,206/mo
Studio
$5,967/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,422/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,145/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Hayground over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Hayground

Recent reviews for independent living in Hayground

StoneRidge Senior Care LLC dba StoneRidge, a CCRC in Mystic, CT

4.9
I was getting stale after 23 years of retirement but very active volunteer work. We are in our early 80s ans in good health, but it was time to move into a CCC. SoneRidge has been excellent - staff, fellow residents, attractive apartment, great good and numerous activities. Presentations, music, ...
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Wesley Village in Shelton, CT

5.0
My mom is doing great at Lifestyle Transitions. She loves living there and is doing very well.

Solstice Senior Living at Groton

4.6
I'm speaking as an outsider. Going on my mother's opinion. We chose Solstice because of the cleanliness, friendliness of everyone, and cooking her meals, etc. But rent is very high for being understaffed I think. My sister and I have been helping to pay her rent for about a year. They usually ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautifully maintained community. Many reviews mention the well-kept appearance of the communities, both inside and out. At Cedar Woods, the facility is described as 'beautiful' and 'meticulously landscaped', while Elmbrook Village at Bozrah boasts 'lovely grounds'. Some residents, like those at 3030 Park, a CCRC, even men ...
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Excellent and attentive staff. The compassionate and friendly nature of the staff is a common theme in reviews. At Cedar Woods, the staff are praised for their 'genuine kindness and attentiveness', while Elmbrook Village at Bozrah residents note that 'everyone is treated like you are their loved one'. The staff at 3030 P ...
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Variety of activities for all interests. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered. At StoneRidge Senior Care LLC dba StoneRidge, a CCRC, residents enjoy 'adventurous activities that rival those on a cruise ship', while Elmbrook Village at Bozrah offers 'a wide range of activities to choose from'. Even at commun ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. The quality of the food is a significant factor in overall satisfaction. At Cedar Woods, the chef accommodates individual preferences, while at The Village at South Farms, the food is 'very good' and the waitress ensures that residents receive a 'little bowl of fruit' daily. Some communities ...
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Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Reviews emphasize the strong sense of community and support. At Solstice Senior Living at Guilford, residents are described as 'well looked after', while at 3030 Park, a CCRC, the community feels like 'one big family'. Even at Cedar Woods, where residents came for their loved ones' specifi ...
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Helpful and responsive management. Management plays a crucial role in the overall experience. At The Village at South Setauket, the manager 'went above and beyond' to make the move-in process smooth. At Solstice Senior Living at Guilford, the team is 'extremely helpful' and 'very accommodating'. Even when challenges arise, li ...
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Hayground independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hayground independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hayground, 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 Hayground 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 Hayground 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
21.5%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.9%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.4%
9.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Hayground 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 Hayground communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.1%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hayground 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 Hayground offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.6%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.6%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.4%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
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Spring Village at Stratford, 3030 Park, a CCRC and Elmbrook Village at Bozrah are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hayground, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 153 independent living facilities near Hayground, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Hayground, New York are 3030 Park, a CCRC, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Atria Hertlin Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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