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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Highland Park, NY

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Highland Park 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 Highland Park. 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 30 independent living facilities in Highland Park, 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 Kensington-Bailey, Kenfield and Fillmore-Leroy.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Buffalo, Amherst and Lockport.

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zipAveragecost: $3,087

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I have regularily been going there for over six years and It has never had a smell of any kind. It is very clean and the food is very good. I have had two relatives there, one of which is my mom. I...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Elderwood St. Gregory Court offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities, and beautiful...
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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: 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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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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

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.
Highland Park, NYNational
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
10.7%
33.6%
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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.
Highland Park, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
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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.
Highland Park, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.3%
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%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
47%
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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.
There are 30 independent living facilities near Highland Park, New York. See the full list.
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