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Photo of Summit at Glenwyck
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66 Floor plans available
9.8
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Just love it here. After just one month here, I know I made the right choice. They bend over backward to accommodate your wishes. There are just too many things to do, that one couldn't possibly accomplish...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Meadows at Glenwyck is a 55 and older senior housing community located in scenic Glenville, Schenectady County, New York. Glenville is a small town outside of Schenectady with close access to Albany and major highways I-90 and I-87 in central New York State. Glenville's motto is 'a town of...
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22 Floor plans available
9.3
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On rent increase most of us here live on a fixed income, and just knowing that after the year lease is about to expire our rent will be increased, its very stressful!!! We are seniors and i think most of us...
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.
Schaffer Heights is a senior housing community located among the quiet hills of Schenectady, Schenectady County, New York. Our residents enjoy nature trails that give access to the natural beauty that surrounds our community, and the entire city. Schenectady has all of the accommodations visiting...
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22 Floor plans available
8.8
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5 for all of them, except for maybe food. My mother doesn't care for it and feels it could be better. The facility is veery clean, and the staff have been very friendly and helpful. Rooms are a bit small....
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.
When it comes to choosing a senior living community, it’s hard to surpass the exceptional hospitality you or a loved one will enjoy at Guilderland by Peregrine Senior Living in Slingerlands, NY. Whether your needs call for independent living, assisted living or memory care, you will find our...
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8.0
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Very good/attentive staff, [name removed] is the facility director and she is great. They have a lot of amenities, unfortunately, I am 63 & still working, so I could not take advantage of many. My apartment...
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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7.9
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Overall very impressed with the entire facility, from its friendly engaged staff to the beautiful sitting areas, dining rooms and outdoor patio. They offer a nice variety of activities and g out of their way...
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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What stood out the most is The facility is well organized. Modern, very functional apartments. Many activities are available. Excellent staff.
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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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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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.
Marchand Manor Home For Adults is a quiet, comfortable assisted living community in Sharon Springs, NY. Located in beautiful upstate New York, residents can enjoy spacious property and beautiful wooded areas perfect for inner peace and relaxation. Ideal for those in need of a reprieve from the...
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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, 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.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.
Pineview Commons Home for Adults is an assisted living community located in Johnstown, NY. Johnstown, which is located west of Albany, is a city known for its rich history. Visitors and residents alike enjoy exploring the Johnson Hall State Historic Site, which features a guided tour with an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of independent living in Howes Cave, NY

The average cost of senior living in Howes Cave is $2,996 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Johnstown, NY with an average of $2,661 per month.

Independent living costs in Howes Cave, NY, vs. nearby cities

Howes Cave, NY
$2,996/mo
$3,488/mo

Independent living costs in Howes Cave, NY, vs. state and national averages

Howes Cave, NY
$2,996/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Howes Cave, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,431/mo
Independent Living
$2,996/mo

Independent living costs in Howes Cave, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,950/mo
Studio
$4,770/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,773/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,568/mo

Senior living costs in Howes Cave vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Howes Cave, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHowes Cave, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$2,996/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,435/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,431/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Howes Cave, NY:$2,996/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Howes Cave, NY:$4,435/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Howes Cave, NY:$4,431/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Howes Cave

Recent reviews for independent living in Howes Cave

Schaffer Heights in Schenectady, NY

4.3
Very peaceful, great value for the money, if you only have SS income takes only half to enable you to easily afford life care and necessities.

Summit at Mill Hill in Guilderland, NY

4.9
Summit at Mill Hill has been an amazing experience for our parents. They have said countless times, "I Love it Here !!" The amenities are a positive contribution to the quality of their lives., however, it's the caring of the staff and community that make this an outstanding ...
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Summit at Glenwyck in Glenville, NY

5.0
We would rate The Summit with 5 stars in every area. My mom has loved being there and wished they had made the move years ago. The facility is spotless at all times, all the staff are pleasant and quick to respond to any needs or requests. She enjoys the morning breakfast and socialization. Our ...
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Howes Cave independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howes Cave independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howes Cave, 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 Howes Cave 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 Howes Cave partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howes Cave, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
15%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Howes Cave 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 Howes Cave communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Howes Cave, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
43.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Howes Cave 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 Howes Cave offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Howes Cave, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
15%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
47%
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