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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

12 Qualities That Define Luxury Senior Living

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When searching for luxury senior living, you’ll encounter a wide range of options promising “luxury.” But at Coterie, we understand that luxury should transcend your expectations. Our Cathedral Hill and Hudson Yards locations deliver unparalleled comfort and best-in-class care to our residents.

1. A Desirable Location

Aerial view of the heated rooftop pool at Coterie Cathedral Hill

Do you want to enjoy the lifestyle you are accustomed to in the city you love? Coterie locations are in the heart of vibrant, bustling cities like New York and San Francisco, so you can live in luxury without leaving for a suburban or rural area. Our Cathedral Hill community puts you in the middle of the San Francisco neighborhood’s thriving culture and dining scene, while our New York community in Hudson Yards is surrounded by shops, art galleries, theaters, and top-tier restaurants. Coterie delivers a lifestyle that caters to your refined sensibilities, keeping you at the center of it all.


2. Luxe Private Residences

Hudson Yards apartment living room with searing and view of the city

From the moment you enter your residence, you want to feel ensconced in comfort and luxury. Every finish, fixture, and fine detail should be designed to create an elegant home where you can age gracefully. Coterie’s private residences at Cathedral Hill and Hudson Yards range from studios with full kitchens to two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments with Miele® appliances and custom designed bathrooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors, custom inset carpets, and handcrafted, built-in millwork set a new standard for luxury senior residences.


3. Resort-Inspired Hospitality

Chauffeur opening a car door for a stylish older woman with a cane

Resort-inspired hospitality services elevate true luxury senior living communities above the rest. Look for communities that provide support for everything you need to get the most out of life. Coterie offers an anticipatory approach to service, delivering convenience from the moment you wake up to the time you put your head on your pillow. Every detail has been considered, from pet care services and pantry stocking to a lobby attended 24/7 by hospitality staff and doorpersons. Coterie’s housekeeping, technology support, and maintenance teams are ready to assist when you need them, and chauffeured car service is available to take you nearly anywhere within city limits.


4. Tailored Health Services

senior man speaking with a female care provider

Whether you plan to live fully independently, need a helping hand from time to time, or require memory care services, you’ll want to make sure the community you choose can offer health plans tailored to your specific circumstances. Coterie leverages the internationally recognized expertise of Mayo Clinic and other outstanding senior health resources to provide fully customized care to each resident. Families facing the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive impairments will find confidence and comfort in specialized, compassionate care and engaging programs. Even the dining experience for Coterie’s memory care neighborhoods ensures that residents enjoy dishes optimized for their cognitive nutrition.


5. Wellness Services and Amenities

Senior man expanding the range of motion of his arm with the help of a wellness guide

Wellness is a crucial factor in the health and happiness of older adults. When looking for a luxury senior living community, you’ll want a place that integrates physical fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being to nourish your mind, body, and mental well-being. At Coterie, you can pursue your goals in a state-of-the-art fitness center staffed by members of a professional wellness team. Work with an expert on an individualized wellness plan or take part in group classes like dance, yoga, and Pilates, led by the area’s most qualified instructors.


6. Elevated Culinary Experiences

Older woman eating breakfast on the rooftop with the city skyline splayed out behind her

Luxury senior living communities should offer elevated fine dining experiences that transcend the traditional assisted living dining approach. Coterie locations boast multiple dining venues and chef-crafted menus using balanced, locally sourced ingredients. Our culinary services are led by local chefs who have trained at top-tier restaurants. Whether you’re enjoying hors d’oeuvres and a show in Lena’s Lounge at Coterie Hudson Yards, dining with friends in the Monarch Room at Coterie Cathedral Hill, or simply ordering in room service, you’ll enjoy gourmet meals that are as nutritious as they are delicious.


7. Engaging Programs

Two older women admiring artwork with the help of a museum docent

A luxury community should provide you with a wide array of culturally rich and rewarding events that suit your interests. Coterie curates programs that promote physical activity, mental acuity, personal development, and creativity through arts and cultural events. Coterie prides itself on cultivating collaborations with local cultural institutions. Residents at Coterie Cathedral Hill can enjoy special performances by the San Francisco Symphony and the San Francisco Ballet, while Coterie Hudson Yards residents can take advantage of special events and programs through the New York Adventure Club and 92NY’s Himan Brown Program. Coterie’s program design and collaborations enable you to live life to its fullest.


8. High-End Building Amenities

Coterie Cathedral Hill cinema

The amenities offered by your luxury senior living community should let you engage in activities you love without having to leave the building. Salons, libraries, lounges, cinemas, fitness centers, and rooftop gardens and terraces can all help facilitate a wide range of experiences and social engagement. At Coterie, everything from the heated rooftop pool at Cathedral Hill to the McNally Jackson-curated book collection at Hudson Yards is thoughtfully designed for relaxation, community, and comfort.


9. Fine Interior Design

Coterie Senior Living common area, includes multiple sitting areas for residents to socialize.

One undeniable distinction between most senior living communities and those that embody true luxury is the design of the space. A luxury senior living community typically features upscale interior design and furnishings while still offering the features that make it a safe and enriching place to live. Coterie’s spaces were designed by renowned global interior design firm March and White Design. Warm color palettes and modern décor blend together to create spaces that foster interaction, learning, leisure, and relaxation.


10. Smart Technologies

Coterie resident in their apartment using smart home technology

Coterie has been designed with technology thoughtfully integrated throughout the buildings and residences to make your life easier. The Coterie Smart Home System combines innovation with comfort, putting you in command of connected features like ordering room service to lowering your shades and adjusting lighting. A CarePredict® wearable monitor allows keyless entry to your residence and enables you to communicate with the care staff as needed. At Coterie, you’ll find technology that makes everyday living more convenient, from the smart toilet in your bathroom to the speed oven in your full kitchen.


11. World-Class Partnerships

Older woman and her family celebrate outside around a table with red wine

A luxury senior living community should work closely with renowned companies, organizations, and institutions to enhance the health, lifestyle, and wellness of its residents. Coterie’s collaborations with our outstanding partners let us take luxury to the next level.


The interiors of Coterie’s Cathedral Hill and Hudson Yards locations were custom designed for older adults by March and White Design. Elevation Health empowers residents to embrace active aging with input from senior fitness professionals, while Matouk provides high-quality linens, towels, and robes for optimum comfort and coziness. Coterie’s wine selection is curated by Master Sommelier Emmanuel Kemiji and his Miura Vineyards, and each location prides itself on procuring fresh, local ingredients from businesses like The French Spot and The Bakery at Greywind.


12. An Exemplary Reputation

Aerial view of Coterie Hudson Yards and surrounding highrise buildings

Finally, it’s important for any senior living company to have a stellar reputation in providing quality care, as well as high-end amenities and services. Coterie is a joint undertaking by Atria Senior Living and Related Companies to develop best-in-class communities offering a range of living options to older people in urban markets. As one of the largest senior housing operators in North America, Atria extends its high-quality services to more than 35,000 residents in more than 330 communities in 44 states and seven Canadian provinces. Related Companies is a leading developer in urban multi-family housing, with more than $60 billion of real estate and more than 78,000 residential units. Their portfolio includes more than 30 million square feet of commercial retail, office, and luxury hotel properties. Both Atria and Related are renowned as market leaders in their fields.


Finding the Best Luxury Senior Living Option for You


When deciding on a luxury senior living community, you’ll want to feel confident that your choice meets your lifestyle standards. Make sure that the community you choose goes above and beyond to deliver on the 12 essential qualities above. Visit Coterie’s website to request a personal tour of our New York or San Francisco communities. We’d love to share our vision of luxury with you.

Coterie operates a portfolio of luxury senior living communities spanning the East and West Coasts. Please note that the services, partnerships, and amenities mentioned in this article may vary by location.