Page 9 of Best Independent Living in New York State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 217 independent living communities in NY using NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NY
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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
St. Ann’s Community
IL
ADC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Rochester (East Irondequoit)
376
Facility 376
NY AVG 123
Rank #30 / 429
Yes
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 54
Rank #363 / 457
St Anns Home For The Aged (Not For Profit)B1267%453.8-
Fort Hudson Nursing Center, Inc.
IL
ADC
HC
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Fort Edward
196
Facility 196
NY AVG 123
Rank #186 / 429
No
38
Facility 38
NY AVG 54
Rank #361 / 457
Fort Hudson Nursing Center, Inc. (Not For Profit)A-425%92.3-
FountainView at College Road
IL
Monsey
60
Facility 60
NY AVG 123
Rank #93 / 116
Yes
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 54
Rank #119 / 182
Fountainview At College Road, IncB-2
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #58 / 105
9
Facility 9
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #65 / 105
4.5
Facility 4.5
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #100 / 105
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Village Green Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Levittown
103
Facility 103
NY AVG 123
Rank #57 / 116
Yes
60
Facility 60
NY AVG 54
Rank #76 / 182
D & F Levittown A.l., LLCC36
56%
Facility 56%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #73 / 105
84
Facility 84
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #105 / 105
2.3
Facility 2.3
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #89 / 105
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
St. Francis Park
IL
Hamburg
36
Facility 36
NY AVG 123
Rank #110 / 116
No
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 54
Rank #51 / 182
St. Francis Geriatric And Healthcare Services, IncC6
67%
Facility 67%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #79 / 105
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #59 / 105
1.3
Facility 1.3
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #62 / 105
-
Brothers of Mercy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Clarence
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 123
Rank #103 / 429
Yes
51
Facility 51
NY AVG 54
Rank #314 / 457
Brothers Of Mercy Nursing Home Company, Inc (Not For Profit)A-1127%161.5-
Brightview Sayville
IL
AL
MC
Sayville
92
Facility 92
NY AVG 123
Rank #65 / 116
Yes
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 54
Rank #119 / 182
Bv Sayville Operator, LLCC+9
78%
Facility 78%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #93 / 105
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #75 / 105
1.3
Facility 1.3
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #62 / 105
-
Maple Pointe Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Rockville Centre
60
Facility 60
NY AVG 123
Rank #93 / 116
Yes
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 54
Rank #25 / 182
Maple Pointe Senior Care, LLCD7
71%
Facility 71%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #86 / 105
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #94 / 105
3.1
Facility 3.1
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #96 / 105
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Wartburg Home
IL
ADC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Mount Vernon (North Side)
210
Facility 210
NY AVG 123
Rank #138 / 429
Yes
31
Facility 31
NY AVG 54
Rank #384 / 457
The Wartburg Home Of The Evangelical Lutheran Church (Not For Profit)B+989%232.6-
Rebekah Rehab Assisted Living Program, Inc.
IL
AL
HC
NH
SNF
Bronx
56
Facility 56
NY AVG 123
Rank #100 / 116
No
95
Facility 95
NY AVG 54
Rank #15 / 182
Rebekah Rehab Assisted Living Program, IncC2
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #100 / 105
20
Facility 20
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #89 / 105
10.0
Facility 10.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #103 / 105
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Overview of St. Ann’s Community

St. Anne’s Community, located in Irondequoit, Rochester, New York, is a leading hospice facility that caters to the needs of seniors in the community. Already established and in service for 150 years, St. Ann’s Community is a beacon of light for those seeking exceptional care. They encourage older adults in the community to live independently and have a balanced well-being.

In partnership with Leo Center for Caring, they offer comfort and dignity and provide older adults peace as they journey through their terminal illnesses. They have a well-trained yet compassionate staff that understands the need for seniors to complete their lives on their terms. With that sense of dignity and comfort they offer, clients and their families ensure they are given the highest quality of life they deserve.

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Overview of Fort Hudson Nursing Center

Fort Hudson Nursing Center offers nursing home care, adult day care, home care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Fort Edward, NY. Nursing home care provides a residential setting, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Home care brings support to a person’s home, while adult day care provides care during daytime hours. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom support, making this range of services a possible fit for someone whose needs include supervised memory support or ongoing nursing.

The home has 196 beds, so residents live in a community with more residents, staff, and programming than a smaller home. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available for residents working to regain or maintain function.

Individualized Care Services, Day Services, and Care Management are specific programs at Fort Hudson Nursing Center. Day Services provide structured daytime support, Care Management helps coordinate care and services, and Individualized Care Services address a resident’s particular care needs. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families payment routes based on the resident’s coverage or resources.

Fort Hudson Nursing Center opened in 1970. Its Walk Score is 38 out of 100, placing it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

Contact Fort Hudson Nursing Center, Inc.

Overview of FountainView at College Road

FountainView at College Road is an exquisite senior living community nestled in the heart of Monsey, New York. This exceptional residence offers a serene and inviting environment for seniors seeking an independent living lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be greeted by expansive, meticulously maintained grounds and elegant interiors that have been thoughtfully designed to elevate the senior living experience.

Here, seniors can enjoy the freedom and peace of mind that comes with living independently, while also having access to on-site homecare services for added support. The friendly concierge is always ready to assist, ensuring that every resident’s needs are met with utmost care and attention. Transportation is a breeze at FountainView at College Road, with convenient and comfortable options available to residents. From the inviting swimming pool where residents can relax and unwind to the thoughtfully designed shared spaces, every aspect of FountainView at College Road is dedicated to enhancing the overall living experience.

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Overview of Village Green Senior Living

Overlooking the scenic neighborhood of Levittown, New York, Village Green Senior Living is a thriving senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care for seniors dealing with memory loss. The community offers multiple floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans–allowing residents to choose just the right one that matches their preferences and needs. Residents enjoy flexible care plans that may include assistance with the activities of daily living, housekeeping, and laundry services.

With 24-hour security and an emergency system, residents enjoy their peace of mind, knowing that they are cared for in a safe and secure living environment. The community conducts a wide range of engaging and stimulating activities, ensuring residents are always engaged, active, and entertained. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all being served, with multiple options of carefully curated meals. At Village Green Senior Living, residents are empowered to live their best lives with the help of comprehensive services and a wealth of enjoyable activities and amenities.

Contact Village Green Senior Living

Overview of St. Francis Park

St. Francis Park offers independent living in Hamburg, NY. Residents have private living with community services rather than daily care, making it suitable for someone who manages personal needs independently but wants housekeeping, linen service and scheduled transportation to medical appointments.

Opened in 2010, St. Francis Park has 36 beds. Residents can use an indoor pool, fitness room and on site salon, with massage therapy also available; group activities and happy hours add organized options within the community, while fresh prepared meals are served in on site dining rooms through self serve buffet or restaurant style dining.

A Walk Score of 79 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, nearby shops and services may remain accessible without arranging a ride, and St. Francis Geriatric and Healthcare Services operates the community.

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Overview of Brothers of Mercy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Brothers of Mercy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and memory care in Clarence, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while hospice care supports end of life needs. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and hospice care are available within the same community.

The community has 240 beds, meaning residents live in a setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Brothers of Mercy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center opened in 1924. Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, speech, and outpatient therapy, giving residents access to several therapy disciplines through the community.

Spiritual care is available for residents who want support connected to their beliefs, and pets are allowed so a resident can continue living with a pet. Brothers of Mercy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is operated by Brothers of Mercy Nursing Home Company. Total nurse staffing is 4h 16m per resident per day, representing daily hands on nurse time allocated to each resident.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Families can use Medicare for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid when savings may not cover a long stay, or private funds. The area has a Walk Score of 51 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Brightview Sayville

Overlooking the vibrant neighborhood of Sayville, NY, Brightview Sayville is a dynamic senior living community that offers resort-style independent living in a welcoming and secure setting. Residents enjoy the comfort and privacy of well-curated apartments that provide easy access to the community’s many amenities. The community offers interior and exterior maintenance, housekeeping, and linen laundry services to free residents from the burden of tedious chores and tasks.

Residents find plenty of opportunities for making new connections, exploring new hobbies, or reliving old ones, just right outside their door with convenient amenities and regularly conducted activities. The community provides chef-prepared meals to save residents from the hassle of preparing their own meals while making sure they get the nourishment and energy they need for a bright and active day. With transportation assistance, emergency assistance, and high-quality care options when needed, residents can comfortably retire, knowing that they have access to necessary services and amenities for a fulfilling way of life.

Contact Brightview Sayville

Maple Pointe Senior Living

260 Maple Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Overview of Maple Pointe Senior Living

Overlooking the scenic neighborhood of Rockville Centre, NY, Maple Pointe is an inviting senior living community that offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short Stays. Residents offer a comfortable residence with spacious en suite apartments and access to convenient services like housekeeping, laundry, linen. With specialized memory care, expert clinical team, full-time Registered Nurse (RN), and emergency response system available 24/7, residents can live confidently, knowing that extensive support is easily available.

The community ensures residents’ holistic welfare are met with an array of health & wellness programs, vibrant activities calendar, themed parties, planned group outings, live entertainment, and public town events. Residents also enjoy access to amenities, such as a games & activities room, beauty/barber salon, resident computers, and multimedia areas. Spacious and cozy common areas, airy sunroom, community gardens, and beautifully-maintained courtyard, offers a serene space for relaxation or sharing a deep communication with fellow residents. Concierge services, medical appointment scheduling, preventative health screenings and education, and pharmacy services, further enhance residents’ comfort and living experience.

Contact Maple Pointe Senior Living

Overview of The Wartburg Home

The Wartburg Home offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, adult day care, hospice, palliative care, short-term respite stays, and long-term nursing support in Mount Vernon, New York. Independent living residents access community conveniences, while assisted living programs supply help with personal tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Memory care units rely on supervised, secure spaces to protect individuals experiencing cognitive decline. Daytime support without overnight stays is available through adult day care, while palliative and hospice programs focus on symptom relief and end-of-life care.

Founded in 1866 and operated by The Wartburg Home of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, the 210-bed campus records an average of 3 hours and 59 minutes of direct daily nursing care per resident. Residents can participate in Creative Aging & Lifelong Learning and Intergenerational Learning programs, and pets are permitted on campus.

Located in an area with a 31 walk score, the setting relies mostly on vehicular travel for outside tasks. Coverage methods accepted include Medicare for post-hospital recovery, Medicaid for ongoing care, and direct private pay.

Families exploring comprehensive care options across different support levels can reach out to The Wartburg Home to check room availability or set up a visit.

Contact The Wartburg Home

Overview of Rebekah Rehab Assisted Living Program

Rebekah Rehab Assisted Living Program offers assisted living, independent living, home care, and skilled nursing in Bronx, NY. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while the Care At Home program brings home care to someone where they live. The community has 56 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Its range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, because services span independent living, assisted living, home care, and skilled nursing.

Rehabilitation services include Rehab & Extended Care and Outpatient Rehab, giving residents access to rehabilitation through extended care and outpatient programs. A Walk Score of 95/100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band. Daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Rebekah Rehab Assisted Living Program, Inc.

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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Independent Living in New York State at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 54/ 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: 123The 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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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 217 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.