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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Glass Lake, NY

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 50 independent living facilities in Glass Lake, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Loudonville Assisted Living and Memory Care has been a wonderful place for my mother. The nursing services, dining, and activities are all exactly what she needs at this time. The staff are all loving and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
We are owned and operated by the Levine family, caring for seniors over 60 years. Michael Levine, son, is here most everyday. The Levine family has worked to create an environment based on traditional values that recognize the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Our highest priority...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waterside is an affordable, newly constructed apartment community for independent seniors aged 50+.  Located on the banks of the Mohawk River, Waterside is situated in a peaceful setting with a spectacular view of the river, surrounding nature areas and a golf course. ...
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Sanderson Court is an excellent living community for Seniors. Rent is income based. The area is very safe. The apartments are well kept and roomy enough for an individual or couple. Management is responsive....
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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 independent living in Glass Lake, NY

The average cost of senior living in Glass Lake is $3,547 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schenectady, NY with an average of $3,264 per month.

Independent living costs in Glass Lake, NY, vs. nearby cities

Glass Lake, NY
$3,547/mo
$3,451/mo

Independent living costs in Glass Lake, NY, vs. state and national averages

Glass Lake, NY
$3,547/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Glass Lake, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,972/mo
Independent Living
$3,547/mo

Independent living costs in Glass Lake, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,750/mo
Studio
$4,272/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,743/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,361/mo

Senior living costs in Glass Lake vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Glass Lake, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlass Lake, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,547/mo$4,409/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$4,933/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,972/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Glass Lake, NY:$3,547/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Glass Lake, NY:$4,933/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Glass Lake, NY:$4,972/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Glass Lake, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Glass Lake and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Glass Lake, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glass Lake have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Glass Lake, NY$2,678/mo$2,635/mo+1.6%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Glass Lake, NY
2024 average cost:$2,678/mo
2023 average cost:$2,635/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Glass Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Glass Lake

Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY

5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.

Beechwood at Eddy Memorial in Troy, NY

4.8
I have been a Resident of Beechwood for over six years, but at this time of pandemic and destructive weather events I especially appreciate the "peace of mind" it allows me. Not having to worry about handling details of a healthy and safe environment is a blessing.

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.

Glass Lake independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Glass Lake independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Glass Lake 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
9.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Glass Lake independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Glass Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
9.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glass Lake independent 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 independent living communities in Glass Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
14%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
11.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Terrace at Eddy Memorial, Elderwood Village at Colonie and Hearthstone Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glass Lake, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 50 independent living facilities near Glass Lake, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Glass Lake, New York is Ingersoll Place. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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