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10 Best Nursing Homes in Colonie, NY

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Colonie nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Colonie, NY may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Colonie or another care type is right for you. Browse 55 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Colonie.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rapp Road Community Historic District, Pine Hills and Hurstville.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Colonie, NY

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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Troy Center, caring for New Yorkers is what we do. If you join us for short-term rehab, you probably won’t stay long, but you’ll take good memories and great results with you when you go. If you’re looking for long-term care, our skilled nursing facilities are second to none. Top-notch staff,...
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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.
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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.
Troy Adult Home is an assisted living community that benefits from being nestled among the natural beauty of Troy, NY. The forest of trees that surrounds our facility give off a cascade of color during the fall, and the wide open spaces on our grounds give residents plenty of places to enjoy the...
Provides: Home Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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.
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...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Colonie, NY

The average cost of senior living in Colonie is $5,001 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delanson, NY with an average of $4,638 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Colonie, NY vs. nearby cities

Colonie, NY
$5,320/mo
$5,466/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Colonie, NY vs. the state and national average

Colonie, NY
$5,320/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Colonie vs. other types of senior living

$5,001/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,320/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Colonie, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,167/mo
Studio
$5,428/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,432/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,315/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Colonie over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Colonie

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Colonie

Peregrine Crossgate in Albany, NY

5.0
The staff has been very helpful answering all of questions and concerns. Everyone is very friendly and caring. The facility is clean and has lots of activities. The other residents are so nice and welcoming. They are good. My MIL is in a deluxe studio. Very roomy and plenty of space. ...
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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.

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.

Colonie nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Colonie nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Colonie, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Colonie nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Colonie that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Colonie, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.2%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.2%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
66.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5.1%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
66.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25.6%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Colonie nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Colonie Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Colonie, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.6%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Colonie nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Colonie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Colonie, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
43.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.9%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Colonie nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Colonie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Colonie, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Colonie nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Colonie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Colonie, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.7%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ingersoll Place, Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie and Eddy Hawthorne Ridge are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Colonie, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 55 nursing homes facilities near Colonie, New York. See the full list.

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