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We love Heritage Manor. My husband is there and he is very comfortable and happy. The staff is professional and call me or our son with the slightest of concerns. They are friendly and very welcoming! Rating...
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.
Established in 1989, Heritage Manor of Lockport has been providing residents of Niagara County two types of exceptionalsenior living. Our 64 bed adult home is available to seniors who may no longer be able to live at home independently andwould benefit from the many assisted living services...
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My mother moved in recently and was a bit anxious at first, but everyone has made her feel comfortable so quickly. She adores the home care team that helps her and the management staff at the community...
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.
Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in Amherst, just northeast of Buffalo, we're situated on beautiful grounds that offer meandering walkways lined with spruce and pine leading to a lily pond. Not only will you...
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The people they are very friendly, very helpful and they show care and concern. Yes, we would recommend The Amberleigh to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Explore new interests at The Amberleigh, where our blend of desired amenities and convenient services offers residents a vibrant lifestyle that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness programs. Our Williamsville, New York, Independent...
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The staff is very friendly and always make sure to say hi using your name. The facility is very nice, maybe about 11 years old. The gardens are very attractive and the grass is cut all the time helping the...
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.
Fox Creek Estates, Villas & Shoppes give you everything you want, in the location you desire! For those 55+ we offer traditional one and two-bedroom apartments and patio home villas with all the amenities you're looking for-shuttle service to grocery shopping, planned activities and and active...
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Yes it is priced, in my opinion, on the higher side, but they certainly make a case for getting what you pay for. Everyone I have worked with at Brookdale has been fantastic! They have seemingly gone above...
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.
Need a little extra help so you can host a princess tea party with the grandkids? No problem.Here at our enhanced assisted living community, we can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing, getting dressed and managing medications, too. You can go focus...
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Elderwood has always been there when I need them...which has been very comforting. [name removed] and [name removed] are so pleasant and accommodating and I don't worry about [name removed] when she stays...
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.
Elderwood Village at Bassett Park offers exceptional assisted living services in the historic village of Williamsville, New York. As part of the Buffalo Metro Region, Williamsville is a great place to call home offering all the charm of small town living and the conveniences that come from being...
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They are extremely clean. When COVID started, the staff spend two hours per apartment cleaning and sanitizing which we loved, They closed down the building a week before everyone else, too. I have been...
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.
Established in 1959, Lockport Presbyterian Home is the longest operating not-for-profit Adult Care Facility in Lockport accepting seniors 65 years of age or older. You can live as independently as you are able with support services and 24 hour supervision available to assist you. Our facility...
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They're doing a great job at Vinecroft Retirement Community! I'd give them top marks across the board, they do just about everything well here and we've got no complaints at all. Now that my loved one has...
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.
Nestled in beautiful Clarence Center, NY, Vinecroft Retirement Community offers apartment and duplex-style patio homes and is sponsored by Western NY Mennonite Retirement Community, Inc., a nonprofit corporation. Assisted living is also available on the Vinecroft campus. Distinguished from other...
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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.
Enjoy the inviting warmth and comfort of Weinberg Campus, where services are tailored to suit your lifestyle. Our 70-acre, park-like community is located in Amherst, minutes from restaurants, shopping and the University at Buffalo’s North Campus.Choose from spacious one- or two-bedroom apartments...
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It seems like a nice nursing home. The attitudes of the employees seem generally positive and helpful. However my mom's health took a turn for the worse and she decided to go on hospice. She continues her...
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.
Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield is a assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Wheatfield, NY. Wheatfield is located in Niagara County, about 20-minutes from Niagara Falls, and home to about 18,000 people. Wheatfield is home to a local museum, shops and area stores, where...
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Sandra Lane has turned out to be perfect for my parents. [Removed]was excellent and very helpful when we were researching and going through the move-in process, and I love that they have an amazing community...
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.
Conveniently located near shopping, our lovely community is in a beautiful wooded setting. We are a 55+ and Pet Friendly Community.ALL UTILITIES ARE INCLUDED!!!Here's what our residents say about Sandra Lane…“There’s always something fun to do!” ~ Mary Snyder“In the last year we’ve made so many...
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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.
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....
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.
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.
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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This is a nice very independent community. The staff have been friendly and knowledgeable. Mom has a nice apartment. This community does not offer a meal plan. They do have locked side doors. This community...
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.
For those age 55 plus young, The Woodlands Senior Housing offers gracious one and two bedroom suites in the country setting of Wheatfield, NY. Enjoy the view from your personal patio or catch up with friends and neighbors in the library and community rooms. Beautifully appointed facilities with...
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.
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.
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This is the best community for my mother, and her needs. I couldn't be any more satisfied with all they have done for us. She is in very good hands, and receiving good care. They have an adequate staff, and...
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.
      Our recently built state of the art facility sits upon twenty beautifully landscaped acres.  Bristol Village is located in the heart of Clarence Center off Clarence Center Road in a quiet community that supports its neighbor's safety and overall well-being. We are...
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: 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.
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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.
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Highland Park, NY

The average cost of senior living in Highland Park is $3,087 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Angola, NY with an average of $2,767 per month.

Independent living costs in Highland Park, NY, vs. nearby cities

Highland Park, NY
$3,087/mo
$3,044/mo

Independent living costs in Highland Park, NY, vs. state and national averages

Highland Park, NY
$3,087/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Highland Park, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,266/mo
Independent Living
$3,087/mo

Independent living costs in Highland Park, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,074/mo
Studio
$4,517/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,456/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,928/mo

Senior living costs in Highland Park vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Highland Park, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHighland Park, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,087/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,266/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,266/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Highland Park, NY:$3,087/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Highland Park, NY:$4,266/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Highland Park, NY:$4,266/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Highland Park, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Highland Park and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Highland Park, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Highland Park have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Highland Park, NY$2,795/mo$2,679/mo+4.3%
New York$3,746/mo$3,653/mo+2.6%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Highland Park, NY
2024 average cost:$2,795/mo
2023 average cost:$2,679/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,746/mo
2023 average cost:$3,653/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Highland Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Highland Park

River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON

5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.

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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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 .

Highland Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highland Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park 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 Highland Park 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
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Highland Park 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 Highland Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highland Park 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 Highland Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
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Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Heritage Manor of Lockport, Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst and The Amberleigh are the top-rated independent living facilities near Highland Park, New York. See full list of communities.
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