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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Briarwood, NY

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Briarwood 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 Briarwood. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

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Average starting price of Independent Living in Briarwood, NY is $6,110/month. Learn more
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Independent Living

Average starting price $6,110/month
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Atria Forest Hills

112-50 72 Avenue, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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90 reviews

This has been a wonderful experience and it is necessary for my stage in life. I consider my experience very positive. [date removed] will make three years since I moved to Atria Forest Hills. It took a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.

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Sunrise of North Lynbrook

53 Franklin Avenue, Lynbrook, NY 11563

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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65 reviews

My loved one was previously a resident at Sunrise of North Lynbrook and overall her experience at this facility was good, much better than things were at her previous facility. This facility was better...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...

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Sunrise at East 56th

139 East 56th St, New York, NY 10022

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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11 reviews

I have only been to East 56 once to visit, everyone I met was very friendly. My brother feels cared for and I am grateful for that.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Sunrise at East 56th we deliver personalized assisted living and memory care with a caring staff trained to the highest standards. We are home to New Yorkers with refined tastes, and offer programs catering to your unique interests and NYC lifestyle. All so you can thrive in the city where you...

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Sunrise of Mill Basin

5905 Strickland Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.4
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80 reviews

It is a very good place. Certainly worth a visit if someone looking for long term memory care. Make sure need is not for Nursing Home. Sunrise of Mill Basin is an assisted living facility, not Nursing...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...

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Atria Kew Gardens

117-01 84th Avenue, Kew Gardens, NY 11418

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.4
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94 reviews

The sales team is just stellar and she continued to follow up even after a full year of my mom in the nursing home. Goes above and beyond from visiting my mom to picking me up to come tour the beautiful...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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KosherTwo blocks from Forest ParkIn house religious servicesMemory Care25 minutes from ManhattanOne block from restaurants and shoppingTenured team with over 20 years of experienceOne block off Lefferts and MetropolitanDirectly off Jackie Robinson Parkway

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Plattduetsche Home Society

1150 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY 11010

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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23 reviews

I have fund that the staff within the facility stays in touch with me re: my dad constantly. They are very friendly and professional. The place is kept very clean and tidy. The move-in process was smooth and...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

We would very much like to provide an overview of our communities, and why we are so proud of our reputation as the hidden gem of senior living on Long Island. Conveniently located in Western Nassau County, we are near Queens County, all Parkways and the LIRR. An even closer train station...

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Atria Tanglewood

125 Ocean Avenue, Lynbrook, NY 11563

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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50 reviews

I think if you have limited funds and need a roommate great place. Just wish food better, activities better. We picked them because of the level of functioning of residents, ability to have a roommate in a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Atria Tanglewood is one of the premier independent living communities on Long Island, where residents enjoy opportunities for staying active. Join the knitting group, which donates hats to cancer survivors at nearby South Nassau Hospital; stay abreast of current events with the News and Views...

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The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights

21 Clark St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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5 reviews

My sister was there for a respite stay following surgery. I found the staff to be professional, competent and courteous in all their dealings with me on behalf of my sister (the client), often going above...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Nestled in a vibrant New York neighborhood, yet with a friendly small-town atmosphere, The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights provides an exceptional setting for seniors who want an exceptional lifestyle. This elegant, pet-friendly community offers upscale living spaces and amenities, accompanied by...

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Maple Pointe Senior Living

260 Maple Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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21 reviews

Very caring staff, they listen to and work on nuanced concerns. Very good amount of aides always available. Improve meals-difficult to quantify as Mom said too salty but her taste sense is probably not what...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Flushing House

38-20 Bowne St, Flushing, NY 11354

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9.1
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33 reviews

Flushing House presents an opportunity for people to live independently with support (meals and light housekeeping). The staff are kind and welcoming Admin staff could improve by being as respectful of...

Provides: Independent Living

Flushing House is New York’s Premier Independent Living Community and 2020 ‘Best in Boro Award’ Winner for Retirement Community. Flushing House is now offering virtual and in person visits by appointment.Since 1974, Flushing House was one of the first communities to offer independent living for...

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The Bristal at North Woodmere

477 Hungry Harbor Road, North Woodmere, NY 11581

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8.7
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48 reviews

So many wonderful aspects of this facility. The room and bathroom are spotless. I'm jealous of the menu for meals. My brother loves their word search etc, cognitive activity time. It's very bright and airy...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Bristal at North Woodmere is one member of a growing family of Assisted Living communities that have been built on Long Island, by Long Islanders, bearing The Bristal name. Like all of our communities, North Woodmere has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and...

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Atria Park of Lynbrook

100 Peninsula Boulevard, Lynbrook, NY 11563

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8.5
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98 reviews

Overall 4 - My mom is not happy there but that's because she misses her old life and does not recognize her limitations. Her children would give it a 5. Cleanliness - 5. Friendliness - 4 - The employees work...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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For more than 20 years, Atria Lynbrook has proudly served the families of Nassau County. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation to enhance its beauty and functionality, scheduled for completion in March 2020. Residents will enjoy a host of...

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Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills

108-25 Horace Harding Expy, Corona, NY 11368

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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33 reviews

It was a holiday weekend and I called maintenance because it was so hot in here. I was not expecting, but they showed up instantly and fixed my issue. They have more than enough workers to help me and all...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills offers a unique supportive living environment with all the comforts of home. Conveniently located off the Long Island Expressway, we offer elegant suites, 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, and linen service and three delicious kosher meals served daily in...

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Atria Park of Great Neck

51 Great Neck Road, Great Neck, NY 11021

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8.4
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50 reviews

2 1/2 years ago after visiting many Assisted Living Facilities, I decided on choosing yours. I am still happy with that decision. I never have to worry about the level of care received & always appreciate...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Since 1999, Atria Park of Great Neck has served the families of Nassau County. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community recently completed an extensive renovation and expansion to enhance its beauty and functionality. Residents enjoy a host of exciting new spaces and amenities,...

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The Homestead

82-45 Grenfell Street, Kew Gardens, NY 11415

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.3
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55 reviews

Over all the staff at Homestead are very attentive to the patients. They joke around and check in on patients often. the staff is very accommodating, quick to clean up patients. Not one experienced with...

Provides: Assisted Living
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The Homestead The Homestead is an assisted living community located in Kew Gardens, NY. Kew Gardens is an upscale neighborhood situated in Queens, an area known for its diverse museums and cultural institutions. Queens is home to the John Bowne House, the site of a former Quaker meeting place...

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Sutton Gardens Assisted Living

147-02 34th Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.7
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104 reviews

The place is small, clean and personal. It is well organized. It is cute in my opinion. Staff is friendly. Good service. I am very happy with the place. It is located in a very quiet residential neighborhood...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Sutton Gardens Senior Living, we place great emphasis on Personal Care. Our unique home--like environment allows us to give more attention to each resident. We are like one big family. Our Mission is to preserve dignity and well--being,by providing quality care and enjoyment in a warm and...

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Signature Senior Living

631 Foster Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11230

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2.0
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47 reviews

I was looking for some place clean and comfortable and that was close by and affordable and this fit the bill. I know that they have a lot of activities provided for the residents, things like arts and...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Signature Senior Living we provide our residents with a wide array of services and amenities to meet each individuals needs while providing a safe and pleasant environment. We have beautiful rooms to accommodate every budget, starting with semi-privates, privates and even one bedroom...

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Atria Cutter Mill

96 Cutter Mill Road, Great Neck, NY 11021

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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49 reviews

If your looking at Senior Living for a family member consider the Atria Cutter Mill. The facility is clean, the staff are caring, kind, and very friendly. There are many activities for the residents to...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Located in the heart of Great Neck, with easy access to village shopping, restaurants and the LIRR, Atria Cutter Mill is a senior living community designed for those looking for the simple life, along with discreet, round-the-clock support from a friendly and professional staff.Atria Cutter Mill...

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Long Island Living Center

431 Beach 20th St, Far Rockaway, NY 11691

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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12 reviews

My Aunt [Removed] is doing just great at Long Island Living Center. All the staff, right down to the janitors are friendly and welcoming to you. The nursing staff is always right on top of my questions and...

Provides: Assisted Living

The Long Island Living Center/ Assisted Living Program offers personalized assistance to the frail and elderly residents' giving them a homelike atmosphere. Our home is designed to help meet the physical, emotional and social needs of the elderly in a totally safe community environment. In...

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Nautilus Hotel

2001 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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13 reviews

They are the most amazing place, we could not of asked for a better place. It was clean, the food was delicious. Our loved one was going down hill and this place gave her the best year of her life. The...

Provides: Independent Living
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By the sea...amidst the South Shore's most prestigious oceanfront residential community is The Nautilus Hotel. Designed in the tradition of a grand resort hotel. The Nautilus Hotel offers an enriched, carefree lifestyle for discerning, senior adults. Located on the boardwalk in Atlantic Beach,...

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Vista on 5th

1261 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10029

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
3 reviews

I want give my gratitude to those who have worked tirelessly during this holiday and essentially have compromised their own health every day while finding ways to cope without jeopardizing those patients...

Provides: Assisted Living

EastView Independent Senior Living

2306 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10035

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Independent Living
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EastView Independent Senior Living

2306 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10035

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Independent Living
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The Bristal at North Hills

99 South Service Road, North Hills, NY 11040

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24 reviews

Cannot say enough about the staff at the Bristal at North Hills. They all get to know both residents as well as families - not just their names but on a personal basis as well. My parents were so well taken...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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When you enter The Bristal at North Hills, you are filled with a sense of the familiar. You witness the care. You feel the compassion. And you become reassured by something even more, something fundamental. You perceive a community's commitment to excellence that is second to none. It's a...

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Queens Adult Care Center

8008 45th Avenue, Elmhurst, NY 11373

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2 reviews

My Uncle is so happy here. When I visit him he just looks so alive and he doesn’t want to leave. The staff members are so nice and are very well mannered. Everyone is so helpful and understanding. If they’re...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of independent living in Briarwood, NY

The average cost of senior living in Briarwood is 6,110 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brooklyn, NY with an average of 6,011 per month.

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Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

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Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, The Belvedere and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Briarwood, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 59 independent living facilities near Briarwood, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Briarwood, New York are Atria Forest Hills, Sunrise of North Lynbrook, and Sunrise at East 56th. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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