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Photo of Brookdale Fillmore Pond
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He seems to be happy. Comes and goes as he wants to. For him the apartment size is perfect. He thinks it is farther out of town than he would like but he drives and for right now we think it is fine.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Are you ready for fewer chores and more adventures?At our senior living community set in the foothills of the Green Mountains, you can trade home maintenance for time for what you want to do. With three levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living and memory care,...
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Management is very assessable to discuss the issues. Very accommodating about visitation and flexible regards taking patient out for days at a time. Staff is supportive, understanding and able and willing to...
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.
Equinox Terrace is an assisted living community in picturesque Manchester Center, Vermont, in Bennington County. Located on farmland surrounded by the Green Mountains, residents enjoy our peaceful, natural environment while living only a short distance away from the center of our historic town...
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You Asked what are a few things we like most about the community. I asked [name removed] and he said the people. The people were friendly and nice. They were considerate and cheerful. I would agree. I found...
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.
At Danforth Adult Care Center, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. All meals are provided to residents. We offer dining options such as vegetarian food and Kosher fare. We have specially curated on-site activities that stimulate both mental...
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We moved into Equinox Village early. That is, when we wanted to make the move so that it would enrich our lives. And it did. It freed us from house and acreage care, from housecleaning, fixing meals every...
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.
Equinox Village is a vibrant independent living community situated on eleven pristine acres in the heart of Southern Vermont's rich cultural and recreational opportunities. The community includes 56 spacious apartments. It was founded in 2006 by brothers Dr. Jim Russell and John Russell. They...
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Mom was/is in the Independent Living wing...She did everything herself. Only this summer she had them come clean 1 time a week. Cleaning was adequate. They are a bit lax in snow removal of walkways. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Bromley Manor is a senior residential community nestled into the beautiful Green Mountains of southern Vermont. Only two miles from the heart of Manchester Center, our community offers residents the ability to call us home whether their current and future needs are Independent Living, Assisted...
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We've had a great experience with Home of the Good Shepherd! I'd give them a 6 out of 5, if I could! The staff are dedicated, caring, and very professional. They obviously really care about the residents and...
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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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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My parents are being well cared for together in this great home. I could not find anyone who could take them together for their financial situation. They worked something out for us. The home is old mansion...
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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Salem, NY

The average cost of senior living in Salem is $4,213 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schenectady, NY with an average of $3,264 per month.

Independent living costs in Salem, NY, vs. nearby cities

Salem, NY
$4,213/mo

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

Salem, NY
$4,213/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Salem, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,526/mo
Independent Living
$4,213/mo

Independent living costs in Salem, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,543/mo
Studio
$6,926/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,461/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,945/mo

Senior living costs in Salem 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: Salem, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSalem, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$4,213/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,526/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,526/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Salem, NY:$4,213/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Salem, NY:$4,526/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Salem, NY:$4,526/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Salem

Recent reviews for independent living in Salem

The Mansion at South Union in Cambridge, NY

5.0
I could not find anyplace that would take both my patents who need daily care. I met with Elizabeth who was just wonderful. We managed to work out finances that worked for us. The staff is wonderful. The building is dated and they are working on that but it is immaculate and a very homelike ...
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Brookdale Fillmore Pond in Bennington, VT

4.0
We have been generally pleased. We haven't been here long enough to participate in activities. The few residents we've met are friendly. We've only had dinners but have been pleasantly surprised with the quality of the food. I wish there was a fitness room, a workshop, and an indoor pool, ...
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Summit at Saratoga in Saratoga Springs, NY

5.0
All 5 stars for Summit at Saratoga! Independent living, warm and friendly atmosphere, entertainment often. Breakfast meal provided. Full kitchens. Great staff!!

Salem independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salem, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salem, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
47%
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