The Best Assisted Living Communities in Columbia County, NY

"We toured Beverwyck. What I liked best about it was how warm and friendly it was. Linda was very nice. She was so easy to talk to and very friendly. The place was so warm and cozy. We even talked to one of the cleaning people there who were just so friendly and upbeat. I loved the way they had the place decorated for fall and for me, probably they decorate it for all different seasons. What I liked least about it was that it was not all on one floor. It was two stories. So you didn't have to use an elevator, but you didn't have to go down very long halls or anything, and that was nice. We saw a couple of empty rooms that had been cleared out, repainted, and cleaned. They looked nice and clean, with lovely views. I love the gardens they have. They have beautiful gardens and places to sit in the sunshine and be able to watch birds and so forth, maybe wildlife."

"My father moved into the Terrace at Beverwyck over the weekend. We chose it for its features, its amenities, and its value. Also, it's a non-profit community. It's lovely; it's like a 5-star hotel. It's beautiful, clean, bright and tastefully decorated. It's the right kind of environment for elderly people who can't or don't want to live alone anymore. Everybody that lives there look happy and healthy."

"I liked Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker very much. My mother didn't like it very much though. She didn't feel that she needed assisted living and then that facility discovered that it had Legionnaires bacteria in their water system. So, that kind of took care of that. I believe the facility has fixed that issue but my mother's reaction to the issue of moving into assisted living followed closely by that Legionnaires issue just didn't work out. The admissions director was very knowledgeable. She knew the residents and they were very comfortable with her. She knew the staff. She was very knowledgeable about what we would need to do to have our mother move in. So, she was a good source of information. Everything was clean, pleasant, and looking appropriately decorated for autumn. It seemed like a place where someone would like to be. It's like a hotel setting."

"I like the suburban setting of Peregrine Senior Living at Guilderland. It was very pleasantly decorated. It seemed a very comfortable place."

"I am staying at Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate. The outside is always impeccable and very well kept, as is the inside. They have two different kinds of studio apartments and a one-bedroom apartment. The one-bedroom goes to couples. I have a studio, but it is very roomy. Everybody is friendly, caring, loving, and concerned. I have yet to meet any staff member that is not pleasant. The meals are excellent and more than sufficient. There are always activities going on. They have communion twice a week, mass on Sunday mornings that's televised, and bible studies. We have a gorgeous fireplace. We will gather around the fireplace and have hot chocolate and stories. There's bingo three times a week and outings. We have live entertainment at least once a week. It's called our happy hour. Nonalcoholic and alcoholic beverages are available, all at no charge, and part of the package. There's exercise twice a day. The rent is hefty, but you get a pretty good package. The only thing that I'm having issues with is that the rent goes up every year. We have a nurse on duty every day. A doctor comes in once a week. A podiatrist comes in once or twice a week. Our garbage usually gets taken out every day. A cleaning lady comes in once a week and vacuums stuff and whatever needs to be done. Once a week they come in and change your sheets. They'll take your laundry, and it'll come back all washed and folded up. So overall, I would say it couldn't get much better."

"We chose Ghent Assisted Living for my friend because it was closest to where she lived so her friends could visit. We've also known about this assisted living for many years and it looked like a decent place so that's why we said she would go there. She moved in last month and she's in assisted living. She seems to be doing well and I think her medical care has improved since she went there. All of her doctors are saying that she's doing better. She's not completely happy, of course, because she wants to be home but she understands that's not possible right now. For the most part, they're taking good care of her. The staff seems to be nice, my friend says they are very nice to her. I've had dealings with them too because I go and visit sometimes and they all seem to be helpful. I don't have any complaints there. She says that the meals are good although sometimes they're not that great. They have activities but she doesn't participate in them, unfortunately. They have an activity department and they do things but I don't think she's interested in that. The place could do some updating as it's a little old-looking. It's hard to tell because it's winter but they seem to have some patios and stuff outside. Of course, nobody can go out there right now."

"My encounter at the facility was a very pleasant one as I was able to interact with the staff, specifically a social worker. She was very kind and it was evident that she was passionate about her job. I asked her why was it important for her to work with this population and she stated that, as a vulnerable group, the aging needs as much support, if not more than any other population. This made me realize that patients are being cared for and treated with respect at this facility "

"My Grandmother was in this facility and their lack of attention to her was startling. Many of her clothes, jewelry, and personal items were stolen. The Health Care providers had taken themselves out of a case by case basis; and instead were like any other disgruntled worker. The whole experience was very disappointing. "

"My mom was in Camphill Ghent for a while and she was in the assisted living. She stayed there for about 2 years. Overall, it's probably the best place in the world to go. The food is as organic as possible. It's phenomenal. That's where I wanna go when I get sick or old. The staff is friendly, warm, kind, knowledgeable and everything you would want. They're brand new, they're only like 5 years old. And it was also built in a farm field, so they have ponds, ducks, trees, and deer, and everything is environmentally friendly. Everything is organic, they don't even have wi-fi. They have internet, but it's on wires on the ground, so even for people who are sensitive to like signals and that kind of stuff. They have all sorts of art classes, pottery, woodworking, people come in and play music once a week, and they go on tours."

"I always visit my friend monthly to go out to dinner that currently resides in the Eliot, However Covid did Make us skip a few months… I keep track to make sure that everything is going well at the Eliot , With the care, staffing, food, transportation and events and cleanliness… The Eliot does a good job. They just had a nice Super Bowl party"

"The staff there is very friendly and willing to help out the residents in that facility. They are willing to hire those that want to learn and have a desire to help others out. There are different buildings for different types of needs and counseling which is very convenient. I also believe everything there is gender separated. There is a large variety of staff, that has a lot of knowledge in the field of special needs and assisted living. The employees go through a lot of training and understand the life of the residents to the best of their abilities, which is astonishing. If you are considering an assisted living facility within the Dutchess Country area, located in upstate New York this would be a great place to visit and do some research on. They have strict guild lines which are adhered to, but are willing to make changes to accommodate the residents of their facilities. Hats off to the Deveraux Foundation on a job well done! "

"This is a wonderful facility with a caring staff and quiet setting in upstate New York, where there is the relaxation of the country but the convenience of being close by to family and shopping centers.. Very clean and kept up to date, providing a safe environment for the residents, including handicap requirements for those in need. There are activities for the residents and the community is very open and friendly. The complex itself is quaint and small enough as to not give the feel of an overcrowded living situation. The staff and management is approachable, and most problems are quickly resolved and any assistance is quickly given.However, facility has a problem accepting applications and residents from individuals that other residents and their families consider to be extremely bothersome or even dangerous. Some residents have caused problems, including inviting suspicious guests and their apartment being a health hazard for the other tenants. These problems are not always addressed and at times the management takes a too relaxed view of the situation causing even further issues. "

"Kimball Farms is all very, very nice. It's well-maintained and it's a lovely place. They've all been fantastic and above expectations. They have tons of things. They have movies, lectures, and a place where they can do their own gardening. They've got quite a bit that Mom hasn't explored yet, but I've seen what they have to offer and it's quite impressive. The dining area is outstanding. It's one of the huge upgrades from the previous place she came from. They have tablecloths. They serve the food with a metal cover so everything comes nice and hot. They serve very promptly. The staff is great. The activities are very good. Mom hasn't done them all, but they offer quite a bit. Compared to where she came from, what I'm getting for the money is quite valuable."

"Laurel Lake seemed very nice. It is an assisted living facility and they seem very flexible. He can go there for a week or two weeks, if my father wants to come up and visit, which is great. He doesn't need assisted living yet, he just needs independent living, and they were willing to look into that too. So I was very impressed by their ability to be flexible. The rooms were small but well-maintained. The staff gave me a very nice tour and they were very welcoming and also very willing to make any kind of accommodations necessary. "