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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mechanicville, NY

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 15 independent living facilities in Mechanicville, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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You may also consider nearby communities such as Albany, Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs.

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It was nice in the beginning when [name removed] was there now that she is gone the staff has gone down hell they are not friendly anymore. The GM that they have now is not on site as much as they need to be...
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.
Diamond Ridge provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on 13 acres of charmingly landscaped woods, Diamond Ridge is just outside of Troy, a town where history, culture and friendly faces await you. The original hometown of Samuel Wilson — or Uncle Sam —...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Summit at Halfmoon and everything has been very good so far. Suggestions for improvement may be having breakfast provided on Holidays. I would recommend the Summit at...
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.
Welcome to Summit at HalfmoonPreleasing now for our newest Halfmoon location, expected to open in Fall 2023.Summit Senior Living redefines retirement living for active adults. Our communities offer carefree, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing surroundings with endless opportunities for...
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Our family is very happy with the facility! In addition to us being very happy with the facility, more importantly, so is our Dad! We have already recommend Millview of Latham to other families based on...
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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My sister recently became a resident at Home of the Good Shepherd, because of some unexpected glitches during her release from the hospital. The people at Home of the Good Shepherd made an enormous effort...
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.
At the Home of the Good Shepherd we offer our residents superior professional care in a warm and inviting assisted living environment. Our size allows us to treat each person as an individual, meeting their own particular needs and encouraging them to remain active and involved with their lives....
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The staff is very attentive and accessible. They are very supportive and go the extra mile. They really build relationships with the residence. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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.
Coburg Village independent living retirement community, blends a lovely balance of originality, with an eye towards the changing future and needs. Our Independent Living Community opened in Rexford, NY in September 1999, however our roots provide us a rich 135-year history of providing services...
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Currently they have the community in lock down due to the pandemic. I would tell others it is a nice community. I have already told others about this community.
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.
Diamond Rock Terrace is convenient to the Capital District's major highways, and it's just a short drive to your favorite shopping centers, drugstores, restaurants and entertainment of all kinds. HOME: Diamond Rock Terrace's apartment homes provide comfort, style, and taste, offering an...
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: 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: 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.
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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.
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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.
MeadowView at Clifton Park is a beautiful senior housing community located in Rexford, New York in Saratoga County. As a modern building with impeccable landscaping and ample outdoor patio space and walking trails, residents will love calling our location home. Even better, we're only a few...
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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.
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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.
Waterside is an affordable, newly constructed apartment community for independent seniors aged 50+.  Located on the banks of the Mohawk River, Waterside is situated in a peaceful setting with a spectacular view of the river, surrounding nature areas and a golf course. ...

What families are saying about independent living in Mechanicville

Recent reviews for independent living in Mechanicville

Avila Independent Retirement Community in Albany, NY

5.0
Avila is a beautiful, health-giving retirement community. My husband and I hope to live there in the not too distant future. My sister has been living there for the past year. She and we have been so happy and grateful for Avila.

Brookdale Niskayuna

5.0
My mom was previously a resident at Brookdale Niskayuna and everything was great for her there. She was very comfortable and she loved it. She was very happy at Brookdale. I would recommend this facility to others.

Elderwood Village at Colonie in Latham, NY

4.4
I needed Respite Care quickly and desperately for my brother. Elderwood was right there to help and made us very comfortable during a very stressful time. Clean, comfortable and amazing staff. Highly recommend them!

Cost of independent living in Mechanicville, NY

The average cost of senior living in Mechanicville is 3341.4 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Halfmoon, NY with an average of 3251.05 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mechanicville, NY vs. nearby cities

Mechanicville, NY

$3,341/mo

Halfmoon, NY

$3,251/mo

Crescent, NY

$3,251/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Ingersoll Place, Holiday Glenville and Elderwood Village at Colonie are the top rated independent living facilities near Mechanicville, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near Mechanicville, New York. See the full list.

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