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Avg Walk Score: 64/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New York State. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 126The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New York State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in violations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Village at Penfield
IL
AL
Penfield (Town Of Penfield)
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 126
Rank #152 / 355
No
18
Facility 18
NY AVG 64
Rank #680 / 753
Wrp Operating Five Mile LLC1
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #1 / 323
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 323
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #1 / 323
Studio / 1 Bed
United Hebrew of New Rochelle
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
New Rochelle
294
Facility 294
NY AVG 126
Rank #69 / 429
No
80
Facility 80
NY AVG 64
Rank #161 / 458
United Home For Aged Hebrews (Not For Profit)771%121.7Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights
IL
AL
MC
Brooklyn (Brooklyn Heights)
256
Facility 256
NY AVG 126
Rank #17 / 355
Yes
91
Facility 91
NY AVG 64
Rank #187 / 753
Brooklyn Operating Company, LLC2
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #293 / 323
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #220 / 323
8.0
Facility 8.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #315 / 323
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria on the Hudson
IL
AL
MC
RC
Ossining
185
Facility 185
NY AVG 126
Rank #80 / 355
Yes
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 64
Rank #733 / 753
Atr New York Lh, Inc9
89%
Facility 89%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #289 / 323
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #184 / 323
1.2
Facility 1.2
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #159 / 323
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Village Walk at Patchogue
IL
AL
MC
RC
Patchogue (Village Of Patchogue)
146
Facility 146
NY AVG 126
Rank #119 / 355
Yes
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 64
Rank #217 / 753
Carlisle Patchogue Operator, Inc19
79%
Facility 79%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #273 / 323
27
Facility 27
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #278 / 323
1.4
Facility 1.4
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #188 / 323
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
Promenade at Chestnut Ridge
IL
ADC
AL
MC
Chestnut Ridge (Spring Valley)
198
Facility 198
NY AVG 126
Rank #66 / 355
Yes
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 64
Rank #749 / 753
Chestnut Operating Company, LLC5
60%
Facility 60%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #213 / 323
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #101 / 323
0.8
Facility 0.8
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #113 / 323
-
Atria East Northport
IL
AL
MC
East Northport
155
Facility 155
NY AVG 126
Rank #112 / 355
Yes
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 64
Rank #298 / 753
Atr New York Lh, Inc3
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #293 / 323
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #130 / 323
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #225 / 323
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Hultquist Place
IL
AL
Jamestown
96
Facility 96
NY AVG 126
Rank #200 / 355
Yes
48
Facility 48
NY AVG 64
Rank #510 / 753
Lutheran Housing Realty Inc3
67%
Facility 67%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #227 / 323
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #101 / 323
1.3
Facility 1.3
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #167 / 323
-
Carnegie East House
IL
AL
New York (Manhattan)
112
Facility 112
NY AVG 126
Rank #169 / 355
Yes
99
Facility 99
NY AVG 64
Rank #24 / 753
Carnegie East House Housing Development Fund Company, Inc3
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #1 / 323
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 323
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #1 / 323
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Parkwood Heights Senior Living Community
IL
Macedon
49
Facility 49
NY AVG 126
Rank #312 / 355
Yes
33
Facility 33
NY AVG 64
Rank #606 / 753
-4
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #1 / 323
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 323
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #1 / 323
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Overview of The Village at Penfield

The Village at Penfield is an inviting retirement community in Penfield, NY, that offers independent living and adult day care. With its park-like setting, the community features five spacious courtyards for residents’ recreation and wellness. Personal care assistance, housekeeping, and a 24-hour team are also offered, so residents have a maintenance-free living. The community employs personalized care, ensuring residents are well-cared for.

Fitness activities, educational, and social events are conducted, so residents can easily interact with their peers. A salon, a resident garden, and cozy communal spaces are also available, so residents have a place to lounge and spend their free time. Here, residents have convenient access to their needs with plenty of local amenities nearby. As one of the well-known retirement communities in Penfield, this senior living community is an attractive option for those seeking independence in their golden years.

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Overview of United Hebrew of New Rochelle

Create unforgettable moments with United Hebrew of New Rochelle, a blissful community set in the peaceful neighborhood of New Rochelle, NY, that focuses on memory care. Here, residents receive top-tier care and support tailored to their unique needs from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. There’s no need to worry about day-to-day activities with the community taking care of the housekeeping and other responsibilities.

To enhance residents’ cognition, the community also conducts stimulating activities and engaging programs tailored to their enjoyment and well-being. Mealtimes foster comfort while meeting dietary needs, ensuring a delightful dining experience with diverse dining options. The community is an enticing option for residents with memory-related needs to live their lives to the fullest despite their conditions.

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Overview of The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights

Operated by Brooklyn Operating Company, The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights is a big assisted living community in Brooklyn Heights’ neighborhood. The high-rise building sits at 21 Clark Street near the waterfront and Brooklyn Bridge Park, in one of the city’s most walkable areas, with a Walk Score of 91. With 256 beds across studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, the facility houses a blend of independent living, assisted living, and memory care occupants.

The home centers around several distinctive spaces. The W Room serves as an elegant dining venue with a two-story bar, while Willow and Clark Cafe offers an European-style coffee shop atmosphere. Biblio pairs a library with a wine bar, and Indulge provides salon and spa services. A performance arts center and fitness programs complement the lifestyle amenities, alongside transportation services for residents needing help with appointments and errands. With shops and services nearby, the highly accessible neighborhood is where most daily errands are walkable. Residents can bring pets, which many families find vital when choosing a new home.

State inspections have tracked themes surrounding environmental standards, food service practices, medication management, and disaster preparedness. Active attention to documentation and recordkeeping has been noted. In recent surveys, no substantiated complaints have been documented.

For families considering The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights, the walkable Brooklyn Heights location, the set of housing options, and the on-site amenities make it a pragmatic choice for people seeking a blend of independence and support in an urban setting.

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Overview of Atria on the Hudson

Nestled along the Hudson River in the charming Ossining, New York, is the senior living community of Atria on the Hudson. The community provides complete support for seniors at different phases of life by offering assisted living and memory care services. Modern studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments with patio and balcony options are available to residents. Each unit includes housekeeping, linen service, maintenance, and staff availability around the clock, guaranteeing a relaxed and worry-free living environment.

Atria on the Hudson is dedicated to providing residents with a lively and encouraging community where seniors can flourish while emphasizing connection and comfort. Residents enjoy plenty of amenities, such as a grill, a private dining room, an indoor pool, a hot tub, a courtyard, an outdoor eating area, and a fireplace. Additional amenities include walking trails, resident gardens, a library, a movie theater, a cognitive learning center, exercise, and physical therapy centers, a salon and spa, an on-site medical office, a game room, and pet-friendly areas, offering plenty of opportunities for residents to enjoy, connect, and engage.

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Overview of Village Walk at Patchogue

Village Walk at Patchogue is a charming and inviting community in Patchogue, NY, offering a peaceful environment for assisted living and memory care. Residents here receive tailored care and compassionate assistance with their daily living activities from a team of highly skilled care professionals. Those living with Alzheimer’s, Lewy body dementia, or other memory conditions thrive in the community’s safe and structured memory care unit where they are given personalized care and vibrant programs tailored to improve their independence, functioning, and cognitive abilities.

As a community dedicated to building trust and strong connections, Village Walk at Patchogue provides an array of enriching activities that bring residents together and nurture their overall well-being. With 24/7 security and emergency response systems available, residents can enjoy their peace of mind amidst a safe and secure environment. The community also provides access to various therapy services and convenient amenities like a salon, bistro, and internet lounge for an elevated living experience.

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Overview of Promenade at Chestnut Ridge

An epitome of warmth and familiarity, the Promenade at Chestnut Ridge stands as an inviting assisted living community. Family-owned and operated, the Promenade is nestled centrally in Chestnut Ridge, NY. Housing over 100 residents, ranging from active individuals to those enjoying a more laid back lifestyle, this community fosters diverse experiences. Seniors at the Promenade lead an independent, vibrant life surrounded by friends, engaging in community activities like meals in the spirited dining room, movie nights, and scrabble games in the library. A host of activities and places to explore awaits those who prefer venturing outwards.

Promenade Senior Living, overseen by the New York State Department of Health, offers comprehensive assisted living care. From assisting with daily tasks and offering round-the-clock care when required, to the presence of an on-site internist, podiatrist, and physical and occupational therapists, it spares no effort in delivering quality care. Additional services include a medication assistance program managed by licensed nurses, the provision of three restaurant-style meals daily, transportation to local excursions, and access to amenities like a wellness center, library, parlor, activity spaces, and media room. The Promenade champions a lifestyle that nurtures independence and choice, defining an enriching experience for each senior resident.

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Overview of Atria East Northport

Overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds, Atria East Northport is a vibrant independent, assisted living, and memory care community in East Northport, NY. The community features a range of thoughtfully designed apartments, including a spacious studio and one-bedroom senior apartments. Apart from 24-hour support from the community’s dedicated team, residents also have access to on-site physical therapy / occupational therapy to ensure they experience a better quality of life.

At Atria East Northport, residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, housekeeping & linen services, and the convenience of the latest Alexa Smart Home technology integrated into each apartment. The community provides several amenities and services that fulfill residents’ unique preferences and needs, including a restaurant and pub with a fireplace, a beautiful courtyard and resident garden, volunteer programs, and daily educational, social, cultural, and fitness opportunities, encouraging residents to stay active, engaged, and stimulated.

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Overview of Hultquist Place

Hultquist Place is an assisted living community in Jamestown, NY, offering assistance with daily living activities. With a hotel-like atmosphere, the community ensures older adults experience the utmost comfort. Excellent services, including well-balanced meals, housekeeping, and recreational activities, are also provided to improve residents’ living experiences. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care for their unique needs and preferences with a compassionate care team.

Considering residents’ interests and holistic wellness, the community curates enrichment activities, light exercises, and social events. A salon/ barbershop, a library, and a lobby with a fireplace also foster interactions and relaxation. Residents also have quick access to necessities and leisure with cafes, fast-food chains, and shops in the area. This assisted living community has high standards of care dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it a good choice for senior living in New York.

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Overview of Carnegie East House

Carnegie East House is an assisted living and independent living community in New York, NY. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps a private apartment. Having both care levels may suit someone who wants independent living now but may later need more daily support without leaving the community.

The community has 112 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom homes. A studio provides one private living space, while the larger layouts may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants room for a companion. The starting price is $8,000, giving families an initial monthly figure for budgeting.

Residents can use a landscaped terrace garden, a curated library, and wellness-focused spaces, with wellness programs offering structured opportunities related to personal health. Chef-prepared meals are served restaurant style at breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, and special diets are accommodated. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in.

Respite care supports short-term stays for someone who needs temporary residential care while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. Long-term stays are also available, and the community is operated by Carnegie East House Housing Development Fund Company. With a Walk Score of 99, the area is a walker’s paradise, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Parkwood Heights Senior Living Community

At 1340 Parkwood Drive in Macedon, Wayne County, Parkwood Heights Senior Living Community is a 49-bed enriched housing program owned by Parkwood Heights LLC. The campus offers four distinct residential configurations: independent apartments, enriched living apartments, villas in two phases, and patio homes. That variety is the practical reason to consider this community, as it allows residents to move through different care levels without leaving the campus.

Twenty-four-hour staffing is in place. Chef-prepared meals are served on-site, and the campus grounds include walking paths, gardens, and a fitness center. Programming runs across social gatherings, exercise classes, hobby groups, and a volunteer program.

The Walk Score is 33, placing the Macedon location in the somewhat-walkable range; pretty much most, if not all errands will call for a vehicle. The facility sits 0.6 miles from Macedon’s city center. Parkwood Heights is not Medicare-certified; payment and coverage should be confirmed directly with the facility.

Parkwood Heights Senior Living Community is a multi-configuration enriched housing campus in Wayne County, with residential options spanning from independent apartments to care-supported enriched units, a fitness center, and an active social program. The housing range is what distinguishes it among senior living options in this part of upstate New York.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in New York

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 216 independent living communities in New York. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in New York?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New York, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in New York?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.