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Photo of Champlain Valley Senior Community
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Moving in was very smooth. The man who helped was cheerful and efficient. The admission process was also very good. The facility is quite nice with a feeling of an old high class hotel rather than an...
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.
The Champlain Valley Senior Community offers a skilled nursing enhanced assisted living & memory care community. We are also family owned and operated which helps ensure high staffing ratios and personalized care.The Champlain Valley Senior Community's enhanced license enables our staff to...
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The staff is the best! They have a very home like quality. Not institutional at all. They are currently remodeling and updating the entire building so it looks much different than a year ago. My mom seems...
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.
Victory Place is a century old building with a rich history. The building was previously used as a convent for the Sisters of St. Louis of Charity. The originality of the building, including the woodwork and stained glass, was preserved and and is a beautiful focal point for our wonderful...
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I would rate all of these categories a five, they have been great to work with. We chose Keene Valley Neighborhood House because they were willing to work with our finances. They have been willing to work...
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.
Keene Valley Neighborhood House, An Assisted Living Residence nestled in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Surrounded by the small town charm of Keene Valley and all of its natural beauty. With many close by conveniences tucked within the village. Keene Valley Neighborhood House owns nearly...
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I will say we could not be happier with the care my mom is receiving. She feels at home in fact she call her room her home. She is happy and feels very safe. The activities she has attended have been good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Are you looking for a safe and inviting nursing home alternative for Mom and Dad in Plattsburgh, NY? Call the Samuel F. Vilas Home, a family owned and operated licensed senior community with over 130 years of experience, rated as one of the top assisted living communities in Clinton County....
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My Mom was a resident for almost 10 years. She loved the staff and the socialization,... The staff were always friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this place as a Great Place for Mom. I ...
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.
Saranac Village at Will Rogers offers independent retirement living with enhanced services, no buy-in fee and a great value! Will Rogers is a seventy-four unit retirement community located on a hill top in New York's Adirondack Park with panoramic mountain views. Our renovated 70,000 square foot...
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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: 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: 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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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: 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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Keeseville Country GardensKeeseville Country Gardens is located in Keeseville, Clinton and Essex counties, New York which is one of the most uniquely natural places of beauty in the country. The Ausable River runs through this historically beautiful town in New York with the main attraction being...
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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
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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: 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: 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: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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
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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: 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
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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: 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Lake Clear, NY

The average cost of senior living in Lake Clear is $3,134 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brushton, NY with an average of $2,278 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Clear, NY vs. nearby cities

Lake Clear, NY
$3,134/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Clear, NY vs. the state and national average

Lake Clear, NY
$3,134/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Clear vs. other types of senior living

$6,318/mo
Independent Living
$3,134/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lake Clear, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,325/mo
Studio
$3,541/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,435/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,250/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lake Clear over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Clear

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Clear

Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, NY

4.4
Everyone who’s employed here knows each patient and where they are at any time we arrive for a visit. My sister has been more social here than at any place for the last few years. I feel her care is excellent.

Saranac Village at Will Rogers in Saranac Lake, NY

4.8
Mom likes it a lot. They have continental breakfast, and lunch and dinner with a two choice menu. They really have a lot to do. They could do a nicer job with breakfast, it's all very carbohydrate oriented with cereal and oatmeal and bagels and things. Maybe they could add a little protein maybe ...
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Keene Valley Neighborhood House

5.0
The community is a wonderful place. The community is like a home and it is extremely clean. The staff is cross-trained to be able to help with everything. The staff is tenured and has worked with the community for a while. I would recommend this community to others

Lake Clear independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Clear independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Clear, 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 Lake Clear 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 Lake Clear 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
7.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Clear 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 Lake Clear communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
3.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Clear 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 Lake Clear offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
7.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
17.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.1%
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Champlain Valley Senior Community, Victory Place Senior Community and Keene Valley Neighborhood House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Clear, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 28 independent living facilities near Lake Clear, New York. See the full list.

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