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10 Best Nursing Homes in Schenectady, NY
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Schenectady 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady or another care type is right for you. Browse 30 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Schenectady.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rapp Road Community Historic District, Pine Hills and Hurstville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Poestenkill, Quackenkill and Sand Lake.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Schenectady, NY
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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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45 reviews
My sister's and I are extremely satisfied with his level of care, the compassion and care of the staff, the attention to care details, and the level of communication are exceptional! The meals are amazing!...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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9.6
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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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9.4
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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
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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.
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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9.3
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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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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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8.8
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46 reviews
Initially some medication administration concerns, Inconsistent care patterns, missing hearing aides,glasses and shoes requiring multiple conversation with team members to address this. Concern with skin...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they are. If you and your family are looking for a memory care community,...
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8.6
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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
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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.
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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8.5
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37 reviews
What I like the most about Peregrine Senior Living is that it is clean and new looking. They have very friendly staff who are helpful. I would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Come celebrate living at Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park (formerly Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community) - a truly different senior living community for the memory impaired where you and your life are celebrated - emotionally, physically and intellectually. With beautiful surroundings and...
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7.5
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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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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
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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.
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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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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My father-in-law was just discharged from Daughters after a short-term rehab stay. The care and attention that he received allowed him to go home much sooner than anticipated. The rehab staff worked with...
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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.
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...
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.
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.
Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located on Route 50 in Scotia, New York is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that provides full service for people requiring either long or short term comprehensive care. Baptist Health has the capacity to care for...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Schenectady, NY
The average cost of senior living in Schenectady is $4,954 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delanson, NY with an average of $4,638 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Schenectady, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Schenectady, NY vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Schenectady, NY by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Schenectady over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Schenectady
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Schenectady
Eddy Memory Care at Eddy Hawthorne Ridge in East Greenbush, NY
5.0
I've been very happy with the care my mom received at Hawthorne Ridge. Specifically, you kept her safe. I know too well how devastating the past 20 months have been and was impressed with the hard work of the team there. You've done a remarkable job.
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.
Schenectady nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Schenectady nursing homes 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 care services in Schenectady 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 Schenectady that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
59.1%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
59.1%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
4.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
59.1%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.2%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Schenectady 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 Schenectady Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Schenectady, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.8%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Schenectady 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 Schenectady partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Schenectady, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Schenectady 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 Schenectady communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
13.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Schenectady 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 Schenectady offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Schenectady, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
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 Schenectady, New York. See full list of communities.
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