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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Albany County, NY for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Albany County

Albany County is home to Albany, New York's state capital, and more than 50,000 people aged 65 and over. Some of the approximately 400,000 seniors in the state who have Alzheimer's disease live here and require specialized care, and there are five memory care facilities are within the county to accommodate them.

In Albany County and across the state of New York, facilities that are qualified to care for residents with memory conditions are officially referred as Assisted Living Residences (ALRs). They are licensed and regulated by the New York Department of Health. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

 

  • Albany County experiences harsh winters that may be dangerous for seniors. In January, average low temperatures reach 15 degrees, and 26 inches of snow can accumulate throughout the winter. Families concerned about these conditions may want to check that memory care staff are trained to prevent seniors from going outside when it's cold.
  • Seniors living at memory care facilities within Albany County shouldn't be too concerned that the air quality will worsen any breathing conditions they might have. That's because the American Lung Association gives the county a passing grade for annual particle pollution.
  • The violent crime rating in Albany County is 78.6, well above the national average of 31.1. The property crime rate is 14 points above the national average at 52 compared to 38. This may be a big concern for families looking for memory care in the area although ALRs have robust security protocols in place.
  • The overall cost of living in Albany County is just 1 percent above the national average of 100 but 28 percent below the New York state average of 129. For families who want to find memory care within New York, Albany is an affordable option.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Albany County

Memory Care costs in Albany County start around $6,660 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Albany County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in New York

Albany County

$6,660

Schenectady County

$6,324

Ulster County

$5,900

Berkshire County

$5,737

Rensselaer County

$5,711

US

$5,694

Otsego County

$5,397

Dutchess County

$4,000

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Albany County

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in New York page.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in New York

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in New York page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Albany County

Albany County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Albany County, please visit our Memory Care in New York page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Albany County

 

Albany County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in New York page for more information about these laws.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in New York

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Jack F.

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie

The staff is great, from administration to hands-on aides, front desk and maintenance staff and nurses. I am confident my significant other is being well cared for.

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Ruth

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Peregrine Senior Living at Guilderland

My significant other is in Peregrine Senior Living at Guilderland. It's very clean. It's very neat. The staff member is very caring. He is involved. He has many activities. His room is big and...

Provider response

Hi there! We are so happy that you chose Peregrine Guilderland for your loved one to call home. We are even happier to know that you are comfortable and satisfied with the care and support he...

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Marc

I visited this facility

Review of Promenade at University Place

Promenade at University Place was a very nice facility. The staff was excellent. The location I thought was poor, however. It's not an ideal location because it's right on a very busy road on...

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