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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Spencertown, NY
If you’re looking for independent living in the Spencertown 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 Spencertown. 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 11 independent living facilities in Spencertown, 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 Downtown Albany Historic District, Mansion Historic District and Pastures Historic District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Hudson, Pittsfield and Catskill.
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21 reviews
I would recommend them. They have a good community. We picked this community because, she liked it better. The other places were a little stuffy. The staff are very friendly and courteous.
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 award-winning Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place provides traditional Assisted Living and Memory Care. Located on a scenic hillside in Pittsfield, the Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place features bright and spacious common areas, beautiful landscaping and breathtaking views. It’s a...
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My husband and I stayed at Home Sweet Home for almost a week in April this year and had a great time enjoying the convenient location and the delicious breakfast, but most importantly the wonderful help the...
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.
Home Sweet Home of Athens is a 24-bed facility located in historic Athens, NY blocks from the majestic Hudson River. Owned by The W Group we care for the person's physical, social, and spiritual needs. Our family atmosphere encourages a sense of purpose and promotes independence with...
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It's a lovely space and landscape and has a lot of small areas to hang out in and lots of activities. My mother also says that the food is good.
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.
Devonshire Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the picturesque Berkshire Mountains and situated on elegantly landscaped grounds, you'll love the peaceful serenity of Devonshire Estates while enjoying all the amenities of the nearby...
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The Payn Foundation Home has been a great answer for our mom, who moved in two months ago. She still has her independence, but with the benefit of having a community surrounding her. It was just too lonely...
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.
We now require that all new admissions MUST be vaccinated against COVID19.Louis F Payn Foundation provides seniors with an independent living community in Chatham, NY. Chatham is a part of Columbia County and it provides its residents with a great place to live. Those who spend time in Chatham...
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Lenox Schoolhouse is doing a good job with taking care of the residents during Covid-19 and keeping things clean. The staff is remaining available as needed. Previous to Covid-19, they did have activities....
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.
Welcome home to Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments, The Berkshires’ newest 55+ Community. Our newly renovated studios and one bedroom apartment homes have been designed with you in mind. Our homes feature spacious, open layouts, sleek black energy efficient appliances, brand new cabinetry, plush...
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My mom (90 yearsold ) has been living in the memory care area for almost a year.They are caring and wonderful. She loves it. It’s small and I feel so happy knowing she is there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Kimball Farms, a not-for-profit retirement community in Lenox, Massachusetts, in the heart of The Berkshires of Western MA. Kimball Farms is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a continuum of care with a variety of housing options. Kimball Farms Lifecare Retirement Community...
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.
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.
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 Village at Laurel Lake is located in the cozy little town of Lee, in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. This location is perfect if you love to go fishing, kayak, bird watch, or take in the beautiful local scenery. For those that are avid hikers, there is access to the Appalachian Trail through...
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Cost of independent living in Spencertown, NY
The average cost of senior living in Spencertown is $3,157 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schenectady, NY with an average of $3,264 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Spencertown
Recent reviews for independent living in Spencertown
Albany Center Adult Home in Delmar, NY
4.0
Our loved one really enjoys the friendly atmosphere and the accessibility of the executive director. This community recently had a change of ownership so the only thing our loved one is unhappy with is the new staff changes they are making.
Summit at Eastwyck in Rensselaer, NY
5.0
I picked this community, because they were friendly - lots of activities - nice large apartments -[name removed]was always very helpful and still is. I would recommend to other families, we do all the time.
Glenmont Abbey Village
5.0
Everyone from top to bottom has just been wonderful. The ladies on the same floor as our loved one have been so kind and fantastic. They will take our loved one out on the patio, weather permitted, and have a ladies evening. There are still a few Covid restrictions, but based off the activities ...
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Spencertown independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spencertown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Spencertown, 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 Spencertown 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 Spencertown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Spencertown 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 Spencertown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Spencertown 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 Spencertown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place, Summit at Eastwyck and Home Sweet Home of Athens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Spencertown, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Spencertown, New York. See the full list.
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