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According to my father, the food quality has been going down recently. We ultimately chose this community because it's close to my home and it's super clean. The staff are also kind and attentive.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Beautiful Facility, well maintained, mostly kind and friendly staff. Be clear about financial status and transportation needs. Elect to have auto delivery for medications, Overall, very pleased that my mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Rich in history, Ingersoll Place has provided a supportive and nurturing environment for individuals who are unable to remain in their own homes due to physical limitations or mild to moderate cognitive impairment. Ingersoll Place is a local, not-for-profit organization providing assisted...
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This was a very good choice for my mom. The staff is always very courteous and caring. It is very clean no smells and well maintained. They have a very nice dining facilities and choices. I feel she is...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Are you ready to redefine your independence?Here at our enhanced assisted living community, you’ll have help with things like dressing and managing medications so you can build new friendships and redefine your independence.  So go ahead and take that tai chi class, or join your new friends...
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I really don't have a lot of experience in what they offer which is why I gave it an average score. We pick [name removed] up every Saturday morning and bring her to our house. We have asked [name removed]...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Come celebrate living at Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park (formerly Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community) - a truly different senior living community for the memory impaired where you and your life are celebrated - emotionally, physically and intellectually. With beautiful surroundings and...
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It's beautiful, comfortable and clean. The staff seem to genuinely enjoy the residents. They take extra measures to ensure my mom is eating well. They are very patient with her.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they are. If you and your family are looking for a memory care community,...
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They go above and beyond to keep your loved one as independent as they can for as long as possible. They work with family members to meet your loved ones needs. They include everyone, no matter memory...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
There is a difference in assisted living. It's called The Terrace.Living independently is one of the keys to living a healthy, happy life. However, for many, there comes a time when a little help with everyday activities can make a big difference. That's when you can feel secure knowing you can...
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My sister recently became a resident at Home of the Good Shepherd, because of some unexpected glitches during her release from the hospital. The people at Home of the Good Shepherd made an enormous effort...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At the Home of the Good Shepherd we offer our residents superior professional care in a warm and inviting assisted living environment. Our size allows us to treat each person as an individual, meeting their own particular needs and encouraging them to remain active and involved with their lives....
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They've done a great job so far! We're very pleased with the support and help they've given us. It's a small community, so each of the residents gets a lot of one on one attention, and they seem to take...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
In 1868, Schenectady residents recognized the need for a caring environment for older women. To that end, an organization, known as the “Haven of Rest” was formed. The original location of the residence was on Green Street, in the heart of the Stockade area. In 1901, the name changed to the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of assisted living in Charlton, NY

The average cost of senior living in Charlton is $4,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delanson, NY with an average of $4,583 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Charlton, NY vs. nearby cities

Charlton, NY
$4,725/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Charlton, NY vs. the state and national average

Charlton, NY
$4,725/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Charlton vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,725/mo
$4,693/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Charlton, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,388/mo
Studio
$6,206/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,795/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,310/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Charlton over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Charlton, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Charlton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Charlton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Charlton

Peregrine Crossgate in Albany, NY

5.0
The staff has been very helpful answering all of questions and concerns. Everyone is very friendly and caring. The facility is clean and has lots of activities. The other residents are so nice and welcoming. They are good. My MIL is in a deluxe studio. Very roomy and plenty of space. ...
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Promenade at University Place in Albany, NY

4.5
It's been great! The staff are wonderful. Everyone is helpful and compassionate. They were the only facility in the area that offers an ALP for if my Aunt's finances are such that she needs to such to Medicaid. Big plus and draw with that feature.

Albany Center Adult Home in Delmar, NY

4.0
Our loved one really enjoys the friendly atmosphere and the accessibility of the executive director. This community recently had a change of ownership so the only thing our loved one is unhappy with is the new staff changes they are making.

Charlton review score based on 62 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 62 reviews of 12 Charlton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Charlton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Charlton review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Charlton, NY12 facilities
9.0
Ballston Spa, NY7 facilities
9.1

Review subcategories for Charlton assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 62 reviews of 12 Charlton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Charlton resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Charlton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charlton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charlton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Charlton assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Charlton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Charlton assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Charlton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Charlton assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Charlton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
58.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Charlton assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Charlton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charlton assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Charlton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Charlton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Charlton protect seniors.

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Ingersoll Place, Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie and Peregrine Shaker are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Charlton, New York. See full list of communities.

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