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6 Independent Living Facilities near Akron, NY

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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 6 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 Kensington-Bailey, Kenfield and Fillmore-Leroy.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Buffalo, Williamsville and Clarence.

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Photo of Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst
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99 Floor plans available
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72 reviews
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72 reviews
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Each time I visit it is apparent that the community cares about the residents placing them first. The community is clean, new renovation bright, endless welcoming and truly friendly. The staff show the...
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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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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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: 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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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.
Brothers of Mercy Sacred Heart HomeBrothers of Mercy Sacred Heart Home is a assisted living community located in Clarence, NY. The city of Clarence is located in Erie County, northeast of Buffalo, and home to about 30,000 people. Carmel is a small town with several parks and creeks, where...
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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...
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Cost of independent living in Akron, NY

The average cost of senior living in Akron is $2,843 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springville, NY with an average of $2,636 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Akron, NY vs. nearby cities

Akron, NY
$2,843/mo
$2,864/mo
$2,831/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Akron, NY vs. the state and national average

Akron, NY
$2,843/mo
U.S. national average
$3,877/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Akron vs. other types of senior living

$4,320/mo
Independent Living
$2,843/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Akron, NY by room type

Studio
$2,295/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,704/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Akron over time

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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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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 .

Fayebrooke on Maple in Williamsville, NY

5.0
Fayebrook has been a great experience for me so far. The people are just so friendly. The staff is wonderful; very kind and helpful. I haven't had a chance to participate in the activities yet, but the community has quite a few. I like that they keep the place very clean and tidy. Fayebrook is ...
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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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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
30.2%
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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
16.7%
33.0%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
40.1%
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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
16.7%
42.0%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
25.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
30.0%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.0%
46.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
46.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
33.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
43.7%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
28.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
36.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
43.5%
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The Amberleigh, Brookdale Kenmore and Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst are the top rated independent living facilities near Akron, New York. See full list of communities.

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