MyLivingChoice

Best Independent Living in Yonkers, New York

8 communities found

MyLivingChoice lists 8 independent living communities in Yonkers. Families rate them 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 217 public reviews.

  • 8communities
  • 4.6average rating, 6 rated
  • 217family reviews read

Best-rated independent living in Yonkers

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living

    4.6 (86 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living

    Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living holds a strong 4.6 rating from 86 Google reviews, though no individual review text was provided to detail specific family experiences. The community combines…

  2. 2

    Ciel on the Hudson

    4.6 (80 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care

    Ciel on the Hudson holds a strong 4.5-star average from 77 Google reviews, suggesting general satisfaction among residents and families. However, no detailed reviews, amenities, or pricing information were provided,…

  3. 3

    La Mora

    4.7 (6 reviews)· Independent Living

    La Mora is an independent living community in Yonkers, New York, with a strong 4.7 out of 5 average rating from a small number of Google reviews. Beyond the rating, there is little detailed review or amenity information…

  4. 4

    St Joseph's Senior Housing

    4.3 (6 reviews)· Independent Living

    St Joseph's Senior Housing is an independent living community in Yonkers rated 4.3 out of 5 from a small number of Google reviews. Reviewers mention a well-located building with good hygiene and a friendly manager and…

  5. 5

    St Michael's Home

    4.2 (32 reviews)· Independent Living

    St Michael's Home is an independent living community in Yonkers, New York, that families describe warmly, praising the staff's dedication and the caring, family-like atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the cleanliness of the…

What families say about independent living in Yonkers

Counted across the review summaries of 8 Yonkers communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 25%
  • Activities and social life 25%
  • Cleanliness 25%
  • Management 25%
  • Building and grounds 25%

Concerns raised

  • Cost and billing 75%
  • Communication with families 63%
  • Building and upkeep 50%

“It is with great pleasure I am raving about Monica O’Brien. She recently helped me with a family party with great efficiency. And with loving care and good humor…above and beyond expectations.Many thanks, the party was great.”

“Ashley from Westchester Independent goes above and beyond to meet the needs of each and every resident or prospect in the community. Caring, kind and knowledgeable about all aspects of senior care levels. What a wonderful resource and a breath of fresh air. Ashley truly makes the ALF stand out.”

Independent Living in Yonkers: the figures

  • •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (5), wheelchair accessible (4), gathering / activity spaces (4), housekeeping (4), private rooms (4), social activities (4).

Independent Living near Yonkers

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Mount Vernon3.2 mi54.2 / 5
New Rochelle5.5 mi144.2 / 5
Bronx5.9 mi824.2 / 5
Teaneck, New Jersey7.6 mi134.6 / 5
White Plains8.3 mi154.2 / 5
Paramus, New Jersey10.2 mi134.4 / 5
New York12.6 mi414.3 / 5
North Bergen, New Jersey12.9 mi54.1 / 5

All of New York: Independent Living in New York. Closer to home? Compare independent living near you, sorted by distance.

About these figures

Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 8 communities listed in Yonkers, 217 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.

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Independent Living in Yonkers: Common Questions

How many independent living communities are in Yonkers, New York?

MyLivingChoice lists 8 independent living communities in Yonkers, New York, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

Which independent living communities in Yonkers are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include La Mora (4.7★, 6 ratings), Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living (4.6★, 86 ratings), Ciel on the Hudson (4.6★, 80 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Yonkers?

Beyond independent living, Yonkers has assisted living (5 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate independent living in Yonkers?

Families rate Yonkers independent living communities 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 217 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Yonkers independent living communities?

Across the review summaries of 8 Yonkers communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 25%), activities and social life (mentioned for 25%), cleanliness (mentioned for 25%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (75%), communication with families (63%), building and upkeep (50%).