Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Schenectady County, NY below include 27 Assisted Living facilities with 274 reviews. On average in Schenectady County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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1786 Union Street, Niskayuna, NY 12309
4.0
(48 reviews)
"I toured Brookdale Niskayuna. I was very pleased with Brookdale Niskayuna. They had a very nice set-up. They had very nice people. I would have done it myself, but it's not strictly up to me and it's definitely up to my brother. The staff who toured ..."
$5,620
1 Glen Eddy Drive, Niskayuna, NY 12309
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My tour at Glen Eddy was good. But since my mother's not ambulatory, I didn't like the layout of the place. The staff who gave the tour was fine. My mother was not ambulatory and she was like focusing on aspects of the place that really wouldn't appl..."
$3,410
1 Ascot Lane, Schenectady, NY 12309
4.3
(6 reviews)
"The Glen Eddy is an absolutely marvelous place. My first impression was, Wow, this is really nice. It looked very good and modern, and the people we saw were very active with games and lots of activities. It was just very nicely setup. They had an ..."
$6,000
357 Kings Road, Schenectady, NY 12304
4.1
(11 reviews)
"My tour at Kingsway Manor Assisted Living was exceptional. They're my number one choice right now. It was clean, and the woman I dealt with, her name was Kate, and she was exceptional and very informative. The facility was meticulous. The rooms were ..."
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3359 Consaul Road, Niskayuna, NY 12304
4.0
(6 reviews)
"My tour experience of Ingersoll Place Assisted Living was positive. Everything seemed to be well organized. The person who gave the tour was very informative. She wanted to make sure that all my questions were answered, which she did very nicely. The..."
$5,905
39 Swaggertown Road, Glenville, NY 12302
4.5
(2 reviews)
"The gentleman at Judson Meadows gave a very awesome tour. He sat down with my husband and me and explained a lot of things that were beyond what we needed to know. So, that was very helpful. There were just a lot of rules and regulations governed by ..."
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1519 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12309
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother-in-law had been staying at Heritage Home for Women for over a month. The cost of the facility is cheaper compared to others in the area. The staff were very helpful and welcoming. They let me know if something is wrong with her or if she ne..."
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30 Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061
4.8
(8 reviews)
"I will move into Eddy Hawthorne Ridge, and I had a very good complete tour. I didn't realize there was no washer and dryer, but that was the only little hiccup in the whole thing. They have flooring put into the bedroom because I don't like rugs in t..."
$2,673
40 Autumn Drive, Slingerlands, NY 12159
4.7
(4 reviews)
"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 f..."
$2,594
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345 Northern Boulevard, Albany, NY 12204
4.7
(32 reviews)
"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 o..."
$3,550
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140 Washington Avenue EXT, Albany, NY 12203
4.6
(18 reviews)
"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 stu..."
$3,765
300 Mill Rose Court, Slingerlands, NY 12159
4.3
(17 reviews)
"I like the suburban setting of Peregrine Senior Living at Guilderland. It was very pleasantly decorated. It seemed a very comfortable place...."
$4,195
41 Beverwyck Lane, Slingerlands, NY 12159
4.3
(6 reviews)
"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 decorat..."
$3,474
2256 Burdett Ave, Troy, NY 12180
4.3
(3 reviews)
"We are leaning towards the Terrace at Eddy Memorial. A big factor is they're associated with St. Peter's Hospital Services, and we're already associated with a lot of the St. Peter's medical facilities in terms of doctors and needs. That seems to wor..."
$3,880
CARING STARS WINNER
626 Watervliet Shaker Road, Latham, NY 12110
4.2
(36 reviews)
"There wasn't anything I didn't like about Elderwood Village at Colonie. It seemed like they were amazing. We would have put my dad there, but he required too much care, so we couldn't. If he was able to go there, we would have sent him there in a hea..."
$4,017
467 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY 12054
4.0
(13 reviews)
"I like Peregrine Senior Living at Delmar Place very much. Everybody was very friendly. I was concerned about my dog, but they were very nice talking about getting a dog walker for me and so on. They were very accommodating. They showed me an apartme..."
$4,085
514 Old Loudon Rd, Cohoes, NY 12047
3.3
(8 reviews)
"My father has been in MillView of Latham. My only complaint is when he complains that he doesn't always like the food, or the portions are smaller. The staff is very nice. They have transportation to doctors' appointments, medication management, they..."
$4,520
32 Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061
The Terrace at Eddy Hawthorne Ridge features 12 one-bedroom apartments in two-floor plans and offers the assurance of personalized care in a warm friendly atmosphere designed to meet your changing needs. The Terrace at Eddy Hawthorne Ridge is designed for seniors who want to remain as independent as possible, yet still, receive the daily living assistance they need. The Terrace has 12 one-bedroom senior apartments with kitchenettes with specially designed floor plans and offers: Regular health and wellness assessments and individualized wellness plan Licensed nursing staff on duty 24 hours a day On-site physicians and podiatry services Assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, or medication Three nutritious meals daily 24-hour security and emergency call system Daily resident safety checks Daily social activities, cultural, recreational, and educational programs Scheduled transportation Housekeeping and laundry services Residence and grounds maintenance Utilities (including telephone and cable TV) Tastefully decorated common areas, including wellness center, library, living room, dining room, activities center, and bistro Full-service beauty/barbershopTo learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adult Care Facility Directory
$2,673
69 Guy Park Avenue, Amsterdam, NY 12010
5.0
(1 reviews)
" The facility is just for women and it provides an at-home atmosphere. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. There are various activities for the residents daily. I would recommend this facility to anyone. ..."
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156 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
5.0
(4 reviews)
"The Woodlawn Commons had 100 apartments; 60 were independent and 40 were assisted living, all within the same building. The facility is very beautiful and well-maintained. They have a ton of activities. They also had food there that you could choose ..."
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Schenectady County is located near the Albany area and shares its senior care costs. According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in this region charge an average of $4,800 per month. While this is consistent with the state median of the same rate, it’s about $500 per month higher than the national average of $4,300.
While Schenectady County is among the costlier regions in the nation for assisted living, it’s relatively affordable compared to other New York cities. Seniors seeking more affordable alternatives may find Glen Falls a viable option. Here, fees are the lowest in the state at $4,235, which is roughly equal to the national median. Most cities are more expensive than Schenectady County, however, including the Utica area, where seniors pay approximately $4,905 per month for this level of care. In Binghamton, care costs exceed Schenectady County’s average at $5,097. In the Poughkeepsie area, fees are higher still at $5,154. The New York City area is even more costly at $5,991 per month, and in Watertown, seniors pay some of the highest rates in the state at an average of $6,034.
Schenectady County/Albany
$4,800
New York
$4,800
The United States
$4,300
Glens Falls
$4,235
Watertown
$6,034
Binghamton
$5,097
Utica
$4,905
New York
$5,991
The Assisted Living Program (ALP) provides financial assistance to a limited number of people in assisted living facilities in New York. Schenectady County seniors who receive Social Security benefits may also be eligible for financial help through the Optional State Supplement (OSS).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Schenectady County Department of Senior and Long Term Care Services | (518) 382-8481, ext. 9-313 | The county’s Department of Senior and Long Term Care Services is the designated Area Agency on Aging, meaning it receives federal funds to provide free and low-cost services to residents aged 60 and over. Through NY Connects, it offers information, assistance and referrals to help older adults find resources that meet their needs, and it assesses seniors needing long-term care services through its Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program. |
| Veterans Affairs | (518) 377-2423 | Schenectady County’s Veterans Agency advises veterans on the benefits available to them based on their service in the military. Its officers help veterans determine what paperwork is needed to apply for benefits and respond to queries on behalf of the veteran until the process is complete. Through the office, qualifying veterans can apply for VA pensions, Aid and Attendance benefits and service-related disability compensation, as well as receive help determining their eligibility for veterans’ home placement or VA health care. All services are free. |
| Capital Region Retired & Senior Volunteer Program | (518) 459-2857 | RSVP is a nationwide program that provides community volunteer opportunities to those aged 55 and over. Through this program, older adults serve their community in the capacity that suits them, as little or as often as they want, in exchange for perks such as invitations to appreciation dinners, regular newsletters, and one-on-one assistance connecting with volunteer opportunities. RSVP partners with 70 organizations in the Schenectady County region, including hospitals and healthcare organizations, nonprofit organizations and schools. |
| Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program | (518) 372-5667 | HIICAP is a federally funded program that provides statewide assistance to Medicare-eligible residents in Schenectady County. Through this program, trained volunteers help seniors evaluate their short- and long-term care and prescription drug needs and make educated decisions regarding health insurance. Volunteers aren’t licensed to sell insurance or affiliated with any insurance carrier, so they can answer questions and provide unbiased information regarding available prescription drug coverage plans, Medicare Advantage Plans and Medicaid waiver programs. |
| Glenville Senior Center | (518) 374-0734 | The Glenville Senior Center is recognized as one of the most active senior centers in the region, offering a broad array of social and recreational programs for older adults. It’s open to those aged 55 and over and has about 1,100 members. Activities include sports leagues, guest speakers and social events that encourage engagement, and regularly scheduled exercise classes and congregate meals that promote wellness. |
Schenectady County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.
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Reviewer#RD0331k
5.0
Review of Brookdale Niskayuna
I toured Brookdale Niskayuna. I was very pleased with Brookdale Niskayuna. They had a very nice set-up. They had very nice people. I would have done it myself, but it's not strictly up to me and...
Assisted Living
Joanna
4.0
Review of Brookdale Niskayuna
Brookdale Niskayuna was nice. It was very pretty. The rooms were really nice but pretty small though. They had a nice dining location. It was very nice. They also had like a gym, a library, and all...
Assisted Living
Janet
5.0
Review of Brookdale Niskayuna
Brookdale Niskayuna is located in an area where there are some shops. It's a very pretty area where it's located. You walk in and it's very welcoming. The tour was terrific. I was taken around with...
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