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They've done a great job so far! We're very pleased with the support and help they've given us. It's a small community, so each of the residents gets a lot of one on one attention, and they seem to take...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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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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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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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.
Marchand Manor Home For Adults is a quiet, comfortable assisted living community in Sharon Springs, NY. Located in beautiful upstate New York, residents can enjoy spacious property and beautiful wooded areas perfect for inner peace and relaxation. Ideal for those in need of a reprieve from the......Read more
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Everything here has been wonderful! The staff are fabulous, the food is delicious, and they've got social activities going on all the time! The facility itself is a very nice looking older building, and it...
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.
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.
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, Independent 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.
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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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.
Pineview Commons Home for Adults is an assisted living community located in Johnstown, NY. Johnstown, which is located west of Albany, is a city known for its rich history. Visitors and residents alike enjoy exploring the Johnson Hall State Historic Site, which features a guided tour with an......Read more
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s......Read more
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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.
Our home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection......Read more
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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.
Our home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection......Read more
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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living is situated in Pittsfield, MA, a city that is the heart of Berkshire County. This historic area offers much to those who are visiting their family members in the area, and it is a great place for residents to move to and call home. With lush, beautiful landscapes,......Read more
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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.
The Village at Laurel Lake is located in the cozy little town of Lee, in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. This location is perfect if you love to go fishing, kayak, bird watch, or take in the beautiful local scenery. For those that are avid hikers, there is access to the Appalachian Trail through......Read more
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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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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My Dad is happy to be in Valley Vista. I visited him twice during the Covid-19 oubreak as I really worried about him. They took care of him well and there are no Covid-19 cases over here at all. I understand...
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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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In one word, Geer Village has been simply great!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Geer Village is a non-profit, community owned senior living facility which has accommodated seniors for over forty years. It is conveniently located in Canaan, CT in a facility which also hosts a community center, television station, and a YMCA. Our residents are able to enjoy day trips to......Read more

Cost of assisted living in Medusa, NY

The average cost of senior living in Medusa is $4,575 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hobart, NY with an average of $3,290 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Medusa, NY vs. nearby cities

Medusa, NY
$4,575/mo
$4,801/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Medusa, NY vs. the state and national average

Medusa, NY
$4,575/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Medusa vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,575/mo
$4,578/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Medusa, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,995/mo
Studio
$5,323/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,487/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,701/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,000/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Medusa, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Medusa.

What families are saying about assisted living in Medusa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Medusa

Peregrine Crossgate in Albany, NY

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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.

Mountain Valley Manor in Kingston, NY

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The owners aren't very friendly. I believe they are short staffed. I asked how much it would cost for more assistance for my loved one due to a medical condition. There are times where my loved one will have bed sores due to wet conditions. The community didn't even do a virtual visit for a ...
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Medusa review score based on 189 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 189 reviews of 65 Medusa assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Medusa review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Medusa review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Medusa, NY65 facilities
8.0
Ravena, NY14 facilities

Review subcategories for Medusa assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 189 reviews of 65 Medusa assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Medusa resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Medusa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Medusa assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Medusa, 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 Medusa assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Medusa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Medusa, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.8%
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.3%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.2%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.8%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.3%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Medusa assisted living

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 Medusa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Medusa, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Medusa assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Medusa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Medusa, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.7%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.2%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
46.4%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.6%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Medusa assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Medusa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Medusa, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.6%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.4%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
20.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Medusa assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Medusa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Medusa, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.1%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.4%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.7%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.2%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
56.5%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Medusa

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Medusa protect seniors.

Learn about New York Assisted Living regulations

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Ingersoll Place, Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie and Elderwood Village at Colonie are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Medusa, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 75 assisted living facilities near Medusa, New York. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Medusa, New York are Ingersoll Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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