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If you’re looking for independent living in the Kingston 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 Kingston. 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 11 independent living facilities in Kingston, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Independent Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Uptown Kingston and Kingston Waterfront.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Hyde Park, Saugerties or Lincoln Park.
Types of care available in Kingston, NY
Independent Living
The community is very friendly and everyone seems very good. I would recommend this community to others
This community for my mother's care is very good. I like knowing that she is happy here. The community is always clean and the atmosphere is helpful for her. We like the menu of the meals. The staff helps her participate in the many activities. We would recommend the care and the value of this community for other families.
The owners aren't very friendly. I believe they are short staffed. I asked how much it would cost for more assistance for my loved one due to a medical condition. There are times where my loved one will have bed sores due to wet conditions. The community didn't even do a virtual visit for a doctor during COVID with the multiple medical conditions my loved one had. It is a good place, clean, and the community is nice. It is easy for my loved one to get along with her walker. The head nurse is controlling and doesn't delegate because she doesn't think anyone will do the job correctly. There is a lack of communication about things that have happened. They are starting to allow visits in the courtyard, but I didn't find out about this until a friend told me about it. My friend found about it on Facebook. My mother hasn't seen the hairdresser since February. The community still doesn't have their hairdresser back. I've made the decision to bring my mother home. The community did ask if there was anything they could do to help my mother when they found out she was leaving.
11 Mountain Laurel Ln, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
The people are very friendly, the place is very clean. The only negative is sometimes it takes a long time for the food to come out of the dining room. They could use a dining room manager or more help in...
54 Brookmeade Dr, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Very lovely assisted living , It is not large and the staff were great . The really personalize based on people's needs. They were with my Dad every step of the way, from when he came in needing very little...
397 Wilbur Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401
Mountain Valley Manor is still pretty restricted but from what we can see of the community it is very clean and our loved one is always in very nice and clean clothes. He says the meals there are fantastic....
In our home, you are on your own, but never alone' Mountain Valley Manor Adult Home is located in the Mid-Hudson Valley, situated near the cultural and recreational areas of Rhinebeck, Albany and Woodstock. Our facility is nestled in small valley, offering a country setting within the City of...
6 Anderson School Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580
We don't have much of a staff, but the super and his wife are amazing they are very friendly. This is an apartment complex, they don't have a lot of care services. You are pretty much taking care of yourself...
82 Unit Affordable Senior Housing Community Beautifully situated near the Hudson River in one of New York's most historic regions, Heritage Pointe is Hyde Park's premier senior rental community. Heritage Pointe combines the beauty of its natural landscaping with the convenience of access to...
295 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401
1 Albany Ave, Kingston, NY 12401
1 Albany Ave, Kingston, NY 12401
80 Washington Ave, Kingston, NY 12401
Everything here has been wonderful! The staff are fabulous, the food is delicious, and they've got social activities going on all the time! The facility itself is a very nice looking older building, and it...
56 Astor Dr, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
56 Astor Dr, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
13 Village Dr, Saugerties, NY 12477
The average cost of senior living in Kingston is 4,602 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Preston-Potter Hollow, NY with an average of 3,427 per month.
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.
In Kingston, New York, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Kingston, New York, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Kingston, New York, is somewhat car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Kingston include bus routes, train routes, and an ADA public paratransit service. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Kingston has a somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.
Kingston offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has few hospitals, including South County Hospital Inc and Newport Hospital.
Kingston, New York, is known for its rich history and stunning nature. Seniors can make trips to the city’s various museums. The city’s most famous museum is the Hudson River Maritime Museum — residents can attend lectures, take tours, participate in classes, and much more. Seniors can also enjoy touring or strolling vintage shops in the Kingston Uptown Historic District. The city even has multiple historic lighthouses and churches. For those who love the outdoors, Forsyth Park offers beautiful views along walking paths, and T.R. Gallo West Strand Park offers multiple dining options.
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:
This small yet vibrant town along Upstate New York’s majestic Hudson River brings big-city energy to the countryside. The state’s original capital with a history dating back to the early 1600s, Kingston has three historic districts with buildings from the city’s Colonial days that today house a range of art galleries, boutique shops, and new restaurants — all helping Kingston earn the recent title “the Hudson Valley’s creative capital.” Novelties like the Catskill Mountain Railroad and the Trolley Museum of New York, along with the ongoing urban trail project called the Kingston Greenline, highlight the city’s past and present as a forward-thinking transportation hub in one of the state’s more rural regions.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Kingston are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Kingston retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
The median monthly cost of independent living is about $3,000 in the state of New York. To learn more about the cost of independent living in Kingston, contact one of A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
The total household expenses associated with living in Kingston are rated a few points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are rated below or very close to the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 | 101 | 95 | 101 | 96 | 96 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $53,731 per year | $37,644 per year | $46,208 per year | $26,498 per year | $51,187 per year | $5,385 per year | $904 per month |
The top hospitals that service Kingston include:
HealthAlliance Hospital – Broadway Campus
HealthAlliance Hospital – Mary’s Avenue Campus
Kingston has a humid continental climate, meaning the city experiences four seasons with plenty of precipitation throughout the year. Summers are usually quite warm but are moderated by ocean breezes, whereas winters are cold, wet, and snowy. Given its relative proximity to the Atlantic coast, Kingston is prone to nor’easters with extreme amounts of snow. In warmer seasons, tropical storms and hurricanes sometimes occur, but they usually weaken in the North Atlantic’s cooler waters before reaching New York, or they divert eastward and miss the state. The average humidity level in the area is 69%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 75%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 25°F | 32°F | 17°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 72°F | 81°F | 63°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 15.3% | 23,604 | 3,149.2 per square mile | 2.3 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4% | 3.1% | 15.6% | 14.8% | <0.1% | 7.6% | 63.2% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Ulster County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 51.9% | 42.7% | 5.4% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Kingston include:
Outdoor attractions in Kingston:
Kingston’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
Historically a transportation hub in Upstate New York, Kingston today has several options for getting around town and to other cities throughout the region. The City of Kingston’s local bus system merged with Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) in 2019, and a commuter bus service operated by Trailways of New York runs daily from Kingston to New York City. Commuter rail service to New York City via Metro-North and Amtrak is available at the Rhinecliff–Kingston station across the Hudson River. The Catskill Mountain Railroad, which is based in Kingston, takes tourists on old-fashioned, themed train rides throughout the area. Emphasizing sustainable transportation, Kingston continues to make progress on a project called the Kingston Greenline, a network of interconnected urban trails, bicycle lanes, safe sidewalks, and linear parks that promote alternative means of transportation.
Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, Spring Village at Danbury and Brandywine at Litchfield are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kingston, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Kingston, New York. See the full list.
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