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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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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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I enjoyed my time at Bishop Broderick. Pleasant, friendly, caring staff. Nice apartment. Beautifully maintained grounds. Enjoyed the general atmosphere. Convenient set up and well built facility. Well...
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: 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.
MeadowView at Clifton Park is a beautiful senior housing community located in Rexford, New York in Saratoga County. As a modern building with impeccable landscaping and ample outdoor patio space and walking trails, residents will love calling our location home. Even better, we're only a few...
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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.
For more than fifty years, the Levine family (local family) has worked to create a loving environment based on traditional values that recognizes the unique needs and preferences of each of our residents. We are small (Bed N' Breakfast Style) 18 residents. We serve a population of the...
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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, 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.
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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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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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.
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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.
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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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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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