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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 12 independent living facilities in North Ballston Spa, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rapp Road Community Historic District and Pine Hills.
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9.9
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66 reviews
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My Mother recently moved into an apartment here. The move in process was not only very easy, but everyone was very accommodating. What was explained to us before the move in was exactly was we received...
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.
Holiday at the Atrium provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping...
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77 Floor plans available
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We are very happy at the Summit at Saratoga. There is so many things to do, or not, depending on your interests. People are very kind and friendly. Many great lectures, concerts, parties and fun!! Many...
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.
The Summit at Saratoga is a 55 and older maintenance free senior housing community located near historic Saratoga Springs in the Town of Wilton. Our community is conveniently located off highway I-87 and Route 50 in Wilton and minutes to downtown Saratoga Springs. The area offers history, culture...
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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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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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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in North Ballston Spa, NY

The average cost of senior living in North Ballston Spa is $3,249 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ballston Spa, NY with an average of $3,249 per month.

Independent living costs in North Ballston Spa, NY, vs. nearby cities

North Ballston Spa, NY
$3,249/mo

Independent living costs in North Ballston Spa, NY, vs. state and national averages

North Ballston Spa, NY
$3,249/mo
U.S. national average
$3,509/mo

Independent living costs in North Ballston Spa, NY, vs. other senior living options

$8,801/mo
Independent Living
$3,249/mo

Independent living costs in North Ballston Spa, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,179/mo
Studio
$3,094/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,313/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,300/mo

Senior living costs in North Ballston Spa 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: North Ballston Spa, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Ballston Spa, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,249/mo$4,047/mo$3,509/mo
Assisted Living$5,577/mo$6,839/mo$5,793/mo
Memory Care$8,801/mo$8,669/mo$6,969/mo
Independent Living
North Ballston Spa, NY:$3,249/mo
New York:$4,047/mo
U.S.:$3,509/mo
Assisted Living
North Ballston Spa, NY:$5,577/mo
New York:$6,839/mo
U.S.:$5,793/mo
Memory Care
North Ballston Spa, NY:$8,801/mo
New York:$8,669/mo
U.S.:$6,969/mo
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Independent living costs in North Ballston Spa, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Ballston Spa 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 North Ballston Spa, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Ballston Spa 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North Ballston Spa, NY$3,184/mo$2,883/mo+10.5%
New York$3,683/mo$3,608/mo+2.1%
National$3,200/mo$3,105/mo+3.1%
North Ballston Spa, NY
2024 average cost:$3,184/mo
2023 average cost:$2,883/mo
Percent change:+10.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,683/mo
2023 average cost:$3,608/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,200/mo
2023 average cost:$3,105/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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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 North Ballston Spa

Recent reviews for independent living in North Ballston Spa

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.

Peregrine Crossgate in Albany, NY

4.7
If you need something you can always find it. It is very clean, someone is always cleaning and they clean my apartment once a week. All staff members are so wonderful and very friendly to me. They have a lot of activities provided and a lot residents seem to enjoy them. I do not like the food, I ...
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North Ballston Spa independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Ballston Spa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Ballston Spa, 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 North Ballston Spa 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 North Ballston Spa 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
10%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
33.4%
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Availability of select dining options in North Ballston Spa 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 North Ballston Spa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
43.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Ballston Spa 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 North Ballston Spa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Glenville, Summit at Saratoga and Home of the Good Shepherd at Highpointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Ballston Spa, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near North Ballston Spa, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Ballston Spa, New York are Ingersoll Place and Holiday Glenville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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