Best Independent Living in Onondaga County, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 independent living communities in Onondaga County, 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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Avg Walk Score: 46/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Onondaga County, NY. 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: 71The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Onondaga County, NY. 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.
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.
Hearth at Greenpoint
IL
AL
Liverpool (Galeville)
139
Facility 139
NY AVG 126
Rank #129 / 355
Yes
28
Facility 28
NY AVG 64
Rank #639 / 753
Hearth Management, L.l.c27
19%
Facility 19%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #51 / 323
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #130 / 323
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #34 / 323
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Park Terrace at Radisson
IL
AL
MC
RC
E Baldwinsville (Radisson)
65
Facility 65
NY AVG 126
Rank #273 / 355
No
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 64
Rank #741 / 753
Park Terrace Operating, LLC17
71%
Facility 71%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #246 / 323
35
Facility 35
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #301 / 323
2.1
Facility 2.1
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #240 / 323
Private / Companion / Studio / 1 Bed Rooms
McHarrie Pointe
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Baldwinsville (Town Of Lysander)
47
Facility 47
NY AVG 126
Rank #413 / 429
No
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 64
Rank #173 / 458
-367%10.3-
Red Mill Manor
IL
Baldwinsville
32
Facility 32
NY AVG 126
Rank #342 / 355
Yes
73
Facility 73
NY AVG 64
Rank #357 / 753
-----Studio / 1 Bed
Park Terrace at Radisson
IL
AL
MC
RC
Baldwinsville (Radisson)
-Yes------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NY community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 analyzed for Onondaga County. See how we rank facilities

Hearth at Greenpoint

150 Old Liverpool Rd, Liverpool, NY 13088
Overview of Hearth at Greenpoint

Spend a blissful retirement at Hearth at Greenpoint, a blissful community in Liverpool, NY, offering independent living and assisted living. The community features specially designed and spacious accommodations, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with a kind and highly skilled team helping with their daily living activities and household responsibilities.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents make new friends and have fun. Delicious and healthy dining options are served to satisfy residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Medication management, care coordination, and transportation to medical appointments are provided for residents’ convenience. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experiences with the community’s top-notch services and welcoming setting.

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Park Terrace at Radisson

2981 Town Center Rd E, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Overview of Park Terrace at Radisson

Live the best of your golden years at Park Terrace at Radisson, a trusted community in Baldwinsville, NY, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Alongside specially designed and cozy accommodations, top-tier care is provided for residents’ comfort. With a kind and highly trained team available around the clock, residents can ease their worries.

Prioritizing residents’ cognition and quality of life, a thoughtfully curated calendar of stimulating programs and fun recreational activities is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interaction and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents enjoy a blissful retirement amidst the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment.

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Overview of McHarrie Pointe

McHarrie Pointe offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Baldwinsville, NY. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between them does not require leaving the community. McHarrie Pointe has 47 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The community is in the Town of Lysander neighborhood.

A Walk Score of 79 means most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Short-Term Rehab and rehabilitation services support residents who need a temporary stay focused on rehabilitation. Total nurse staffing is 4h 50m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident, and 24-hour staffing means staff are present throughout the day and night. McHarrie Pointe accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families those payment methods for covered care or self-funded services. Syracuse Home Association operates the community.

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Overview of Red Mill Manor

Enjoy every moment of your golden years with the prominent senior living community of Red Mill Manor located in the serene residential area of Syracuse Street, Baldwinsville, NY, focusing on independent living. Have a relaxing retirement overlooking the beautiful coasts with 32 uniquely crafted and sophisticated residences. Let go of your woes about maintenance with a compassionate and highly skilled team lending extra hands for your daily activities and household chores.

Have fun interactions with friends and enjoy a wide array of carefully curated activities to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. The community also provides transportation services to ensure seniors do not miss their appointments. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals that cater to nutritional needs and preferences for the finest dining experience. Surrounded by scenic views and a calming community, Red Mill Manor is a great place for relaxation and safety.

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Overview of Park Terrace at Radisson

Park Terrace at Radisson is an elegantly situated community in Baldwinsville. Here, the perfect blend of assisted living services and a robust memory care program awaits, designed to cater to a range of needs, including memory care private homes. Proudly accommodating rest by state, this community’s clinically guided memory care unit is finely tuned to offer the ideal balance of support while preserving the cherished independence and autonomy of each resident—something they truly deserve.

With Wi-Fi connectivity, a beautifully landscaped patio, and access to cable TV, residents can savor a comfortable and connected living experience. Gourmet dining complements the offerings, enhancing culinary experiences for all. Ensuring well-being is at the forefront, the community provides medication management services and transportation facilities. Regular outings and engaging daily activities contribute to a vibrant lifestyle. Park Terrace at Radisson is a destination where residents can flourish.

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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 Onondaga County, NY

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 5 independent living communities in Onondaga County, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Onondaga County, NY?

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 Onondaga County, NY, 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 Onondaga County, NY?

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.