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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Akron, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Akron area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Akron. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 40 independent living facilities in Akron, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Kenfield, North Park and Hamlin Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Buffalo, Williamsville and Clarence.
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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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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.
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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.
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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: 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.
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.
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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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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.
Presbyterian Village of North Church is an independent living community in the charming village of Williamsville in Erie County, NY. Williamsville is located approximately twenty minutes northeast of Buffalo. The town is divided by Ellicott Creek, which is known for the spectacular Glen Falls....
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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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If you love living in a community with an historic presence, you will love residing with Urban Park Towers located Lockport, Niagara County, New York. Lockport is an historic canal town, just minutes from beautiful and scenic Niagara Falls, New York, the honeymoon capital of the Northeast....
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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.
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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.
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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.
Built in 1988 by Barbara Waters, The Willows was established as a 22 bed adult home for people that needed minimal assistance and who wanted to live life to the fullest. Residents can relax and enjoy without the worry of medication management, cooking, housework or entertainment/socialization. ...
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Cost of independent living in Akron, NY
The average cost of senior living in Akron is $2,999 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Niagara Falls, NY with an average of $2,812 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Akron, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Akron, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Akron
Recent reviews for independent living in Akron
Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY
3.6
Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents.
The meals are decent for my loved one.
Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
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Elison of Orchard Glen in Orchard Park, NY
4.8
When you have no idea what to do a place for mom can be a big help. It’s good to start looking before you absolutely need it because you have time to make decisions and assess the situation. We got my mom in a nice place where she’s so much better off. It is not assisted living. It is senior ...
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Bristolwood Senior Living Community in Buffalo, NY
5.0
Have been here a little over a week now and am quite happy wIth everything! People are friendly and Bristol is quick to respond to any calls that you present. The food is quite good! Overall I am enjoying living here .
Akron independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Akron independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Akron, 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 Akron 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 Akron 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
12.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Akron 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 Akron communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Akron 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 Akron offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
15%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Kenmore, Manor House and Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst are the top-rated independent living facilities near Akron, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 40 independent living facilities near Akron, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Akron, New York are Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga and The Amberleigh. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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