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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Schenectady, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Schenectady area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Schenectady. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 37 independent living facilities in Schenectady, 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, Pine Hills and Arbor Hill.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Albany, Saratoga Springs and Clifton Park.
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9.9
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31 reviews
Everyone we have met is friendly and helpful from 1st contact with sale/marketing moving in belongings maintenance staff very helpful, nurse, respectful room/laundry very clean dining staff very attentive...
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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9.4
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10 reviews
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.
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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9.9
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49 reviews
They all know my mom's name, too, and engage her in conversation when she's out and about. We really like the openness of the atrium. Especially now that the renovations are coming along, and the area is...
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.
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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9.6
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45 reviews
I would recommend Elderwood to others. So far, we have been pleased with the care and the responsiveness of the staff. Our friend seems content there.
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.
Elderwood Village at Colonie is a Latham, NY Assistive Living community that provides the right blend of supportive assistance, great amenities, and a personalized experience tailored to your needs.We are just minutes away from Albany, Schenectady, Troy and Saratoga County and all the area has to...
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9.5
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6 reviews
It’s a great place to living in for your older relatives to be living here and there’s plenty of things they can be doing in their spare time. There’s swimming pool,barber shop, excerise room they hold Bingo...
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.
We are located in Latham New York, in the heart of the Capitol Region, in a country like setting minutes from the Northway (I87), Wolf Road, Route 9, and the Airport. Close to an abundance of restaurants, and shopping. We offer exceptional retirement living without a buy in fee. We have 144...
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9.4
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55 reviews
It' been quite positive! My mother-in-law has made friends and is more socially engaged than she has been in several years. She plays BINGO, is involved with arts and crafts and joins in the card games. The...
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.
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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9.4
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20 reviews
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...
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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9.3
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33 reviews
Having a relative at Peregrine, I felt confident that she was receiving the best care possible. The staff went above and beyond - from the administration to nurses, aids, dining room... Each person was...
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.
Enjoy all the benefits of supportive living, including new opportunities for intellectual, spiritual and emotional growth as well as personal fulfillment.Savor the freedom and independence of an active, connected retirement life with more friends, wonderful services and amenities, and an...
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9.2
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7 reviews
Although we have only been here 6 weeks it feels like home. Everyone here is friendly and welcoming. The staff is wonderful and responsive. Our 2 bedroom 1 1/2 bath is perfect for us. There are so many...
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.
Welcome to Summit at HalfmoonPreleasing now for our newest Halfmoon location, expected to open in Fall 2023.Summit Senior Living redefines retirement living for active adults. Our communities offer carefree, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing surroundings with endless opportunities for...
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8.8
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45 reviews
We have had a very good experience with Peregrine Guilderland. My Mom has slowly assimilated in, she has had good encouragement from staff. Overall experience- very good Cleanliness- very good, she did have...
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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8.6
Review score
20 reviews
I would highly recommend Millview. The staff is terrific. They are responsive and communicate well. The residence are friendly and always waiving and saying "hi"!
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.
Millview of Latham is an assisted living community located in the Capital District of Cohoes, New York. Cohoes is near enough to Albany to offer all the excitement of city living, while at the same time far enough away to provide small town charm and a sense of community. It is a safe...
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8.6
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29 reviews
Overall experience is 4, mostly because my dad is not embracing the new lifestyle (his wife died date removed ago & he is depressed).The activities is a 4 because my dad says they don't offer things he likes...
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.
Glen Eddy is a full-service independent senior living community that combines the pleasure of peaceful privacy with opportunities for lively social activity.Located on 35 beautiful acres in Niskayuna, New York, the retirement community offers 83 one- and two-bedroom apartments and 16 two-bedroom...
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8.2
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6 reviews
The staff is very accommodating, friendly and responsive. Maintenance is great but they could use another one or two to avoid backlogs. There was a food debacle when they changed vendors but that seems to...
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.
Avila is the Capital Region's premier retirement community for seniors seeking an active, independent lifestyle. Surrounded by the beauty of the Pine Bush, Avila provides a safe, scenic, and unique place to call home. And, because Avila was designed with active seniors in mind, it's easily...
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8.0
Review score
6 reviews
All of the staff are excellent! If they don't see a resident at least once during the day, they ALWAYS check on them. The facilities department is super responsive if something needs to be fixed....
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.
Coburg Village independent living retirement community, blends a lovely balance of originality, with an eye towards the changing future and needs. Our Independent Living Community opened in Rexford, NY in September 1999, however our roots provide us a rich 135-year history of providing services...
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8.0
Review score
5 reviews
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
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.5
Review score
6 reviews
They are lovely people, hard working, caring, kind, and understanding. As far as the food goes, all comments seem to circle around how hot or cold it is.
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.
Welcome Promenade Senior Living, a New York based Assisted Living operator to the Capital Region! Promenade, a family owned company with 4 other homes in New York state has expanded to Albany with a new Assisted Living Residence called Promenade at University Place. The University Place...
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2.0
Review score
35 reviews
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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6.5
Review score
4 reviews
What I like the most about Pinnacle Living is the friendly people, the guests and staff. It is in a location that is convenient to everything, markets, restaurants etc. Place is kept in primo condition and I...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Schenectady, NY
The average cost of senior living in Schenectady is $3,264 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Johnstown, NY with an average of $2,661 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Schenectady, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Schenectady, NY vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Schenectady, NY by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Schenectady
Recent reviews for independent living in Schenectady
Hearthstone Village in Latham, NY
5.0
We have been incredibly pleased with Hearthstone and my grandma loves living there! All of the staff members are friendly and attentive. The neighbors are kind and she absolutely loves the activities. It's great to have a shuttle for errands and the community is quiet and clean. Definitely the ...
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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.
Avila Independent Retirement Community in Albany, NY
4.9
After visiting four other retirement facilities, we selected Avila for its friendly climate, services offered, meal opportunities, and several religious services provided on-site. Now, with three years of experience at Avila, we are pleased with our decision to join this community. We also know ...
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Schenectady independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Schenectady independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady 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 Schenectady 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
24.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Schenectady 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 Schenectady communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Schenectady, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
12.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Schenectady 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 Schenectady offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Schenectady, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.6%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Glenville, Ingersoll Place and Elderwood Village at Colonie are the top-rated independent living facilities near Schenectady, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 37 independent living facilities near Schenectady, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Schenectady, New York are Ingersoll Place and Diamond Ridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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