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Willow Ridge Pointe
1 Prospect St, Mechanicville, NY 12118
"Cook Adult Home is located in Upstate New York's small city of Mechanicville. With a population of under 5,200 residents, the Saratoga Count..."
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Assisted Living Communities in Albany, New York
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Albany, NY below include 57 Assisted Living facilities with 329 reviews. On average in Albany, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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Riverside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
90 N Main St, Castleton on Hudson, NY 12033
"Welcome to Riverside Center for Rehab! Located across the street from the Hudson River, Riverside’s picturesque grounds offer the ideal sett..."
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Doubleday Woods
91 Church Ave, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
"Doubleday Woods offers Senior Housing in Ballston Spa, NY.Please contact us for details. To learn more about this provider’s license and rev..."
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Whittier Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center
1 Whitter Way, Ghent, NY 12075
"Welcome to Whittier Rehabilitation! Whittier Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center is a special place where virtually every healthcare nee..."
READ MOREDiamond Rock Terrace
11 Gurley Ave, Troy, NY 12182
"Diamond Rock Terrace is a senior apartment complex in Troy, New York. Seniors can enjoy locally grown produce at the Troy Farmer's Market, a..."
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Bishop Hubbard Senior Housing
54 Katherine Dr, Clifton Park, NY 12065
"Welcome to Bishop Hubbard Senior Housing! Your private apartment features a living room/dining room combination, large bathroom, a kitchen, ..."
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246 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
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The Capital Living Centre
26 Broadway, Schenectady, NY 12305
"Welcome to The Capital Living Centre! We offer traditional long-term, skilled nursing care for people who can no longer care for themselves ..."
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Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
1805 Providence Ave, Niskayuna, NY 12309
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
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Columbia Care Home- CLOSED
18 Columbia Drive, East Greenbush, NY 12061
"At Columbia Care Home we specialize in working with people with memory care needs. We recognize and uphold the resident's bill of rights. We..."
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132 Oakwood Avenue, Troy, NY 12180
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
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Sanderson Court Senior Apartments
6 Carondelet Dr, Watervliet, NY 12198
"Sanderson Court Senior Apartments is an independent living community in the town of Colonie, NY, near the cities of Latham and Watervliet. S..."
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Saratoga Residence
400 Church St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
"A Benchmark Assisted Living Community In 2016, we opened our newest Assisted Living and Enhanced Assisted Living community is Saratoga Sprin..."
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Vanschoonhoven Square
1 Van Schoonhoven Sq, Waterford, NY 12188
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
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The Moran Home
321 W Sand Lake Rd, Wynantskill, NY 12198
"The Moran Home is located in Wynantskill, a census-designated place in Rensselaer County, New York. The area is filled with delightful culin..."
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Ncr Greenport Manor
200Townhalldr1, Hudson, NY 12534
"Welcome to Ncr Greenport Manor!To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Albany, NY and Nearby Cities
The monthly cost of assisted living care in Albany is high compared to the state average of $4,580 and the U.S. average of $4,500. Elsewhere in the state, the price varies significantly. The least affordable city for assisted living care is New York City, where seniors pay on average $5,750 per month. Conversely, Glens Falls is one of the most affordable cities for assisted living care, costing on average $4,250 per month. In Buffalo, the cost is slightly over the state median at $4,741 and in Kingston, the cost is equal to the national average.
Albany
$5,269
New York State
$4,580
United States
$4,500
New York City
$5,750
Buffalo
$4,741
Kingston
$4,500
Glens Falls
$4,250
Paying for Assisted Living in Albany
Seniors in Albany, typically pay around $5,269 for assisted living care. However, the costs can vary depending on the location of the community and the amenities and services available.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Albany
Through the Medicaid program, New York offers waiver programs to help eligible seniors pay for assisted living, including the Assisted Living Program (ALP) waiver. Though the ALP is open to both private-paying and Medicaid recipients, this waiver program is limited to 4,200 participants.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Albany, NY
Seniors in Albany have access to a range of long-term care options. The most affordable is an adult day health care community, which typically costs around $2,427 per month. For seniors who feel more comfortable living at home, the price of in-home care is around $5,836 per month. To get the medical services that home health care provides, the price is slightly higher at $6,006 per month. Assisted living care is cheaper at $4,250, however, for 24/7 medical care in a nursing home, the average cost is significantly more expensive at around $12,018 for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$5,836
Home Health Care
$6,006
Adult Day Health Care
$2,427
Assisted Living Facility
$4,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,019
Free Assisted Living Resources in Albany
Older adults in Albany can access agencies and programs that deliver community services and financial assistance options. The following resources provide options for legal advisors, counselors and information specialists. There is even a program in Albany that helps older adults find usable mobility devices.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York | (833) 628-0087 | The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York provides free legal support for non-criminal civil cases to low-income individuals. Find guidance accessing Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income and Social Security. Their Senior Legal Services Program specifically helps those who are 60 and older. The goal of the program is to assist seniors with legal advice, representation and referrals for a variety of issues, such as pensions, abuse and adult home issues. |
| Albany Vet Center | (518) 626-5130 | Albany Vet Center offers confidential support to veterans and their families. The center offers a wide variety of services, including counseling for mental health needs such as PTSD, psychological effects of military sexual trauma and depression. Referral services are available for addiction and substance abuse, homelessness and suicide prevention. Veterans can also access counseling services for grief and bereavement and family issues. |
| Albany County Department for Aging | (518) 447-7198 | The Albany County Department for Aging offers a range of services to older adults and their careers. Services offered include support groups, transportation services, health and wellness programs and legal counseling. Seniors and their families can also access support on how to avoid elder abuse. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (855) 582-6769 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program supports seniors living in long-term care facilities such as assisted living communities. Agents regularly visit the communities and advocate on behalf of residents to ensure fair treatment. They also mediate between residents, families and staff to resolve any issues and educate about issues in long-term care. They provide an impartial third-party point of contact for residents to talk about any problems. |
| Program Medical Equipment Loan Closet | (315) 472-3171 | The Medical Equipment Loan Closet allows seniors to borrow and test wheelchairs, walkers and other devices on a short-term basis. This can give seniors the opportunity to test out the best option before purchasing and it can also fill the gap during temporary periods of need. It is free of charge for people with a disability and items are typically loaned for 2-4 weeks. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Albany
Albany Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in NY are required to follow. Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Martha
4.0
Review of Promenade at University Place
Promenade at University Place was very clean. Everything seemed to be in working order. The residents seemed to be very happy. The admissions director was very well acquainted with the residents...
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Martha
5.0
Review of Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker
I liked Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker very much. My mother didn't like it very much though. She didn't feel that she needed assisted living and then that facility discovered that it had...
Provider response
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're glad to hear that you found Peregrine Shaker to be clean, pleasant, and well-decorated. We appreciate your kind words about our admissions director and...
Assisted Living
Mar-03
4.0
Review of Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate
My mother moved to Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate. It is well-kept and well staffed. They seemed to be very capable, and responsible and met the needs of the residents quite well. They have a...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your kind words! Our team prides itself on high quality care and support. We are grateful for the opportunity to care for your loved one and have your family part of our...
