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Very nice and very helpful. Yes, we would recommend Peregrine Shaker to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
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Loudonville Assisted Living and Memory Care has been a wonderful place for my mother. The nursing services, dining, and activities are all exactly what she needs at this time. The staff are all loving and...
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.
We are owned and operated by the Levine family, caring for seniors over 60 years. Michael Levine, son, is here most everyday. The Levine family has worked to create an environment based on traditional values that recognize the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Our highest priority...
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My mother in law has Alzheimer's and could no longer safely live alone. She had a difficult time leaving her home of 50+ years. She now has lived in Sugar Hill for months. She loves it and is so happy. She...
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.
Sugar Hill Senior Living Community is a recently restored mansion located on over 20 acres of manicured grounds in the heart of the Berkshires. We offer 24-hour personal assistance in a socially active, gracious residential setting. Our residents enjoy such amenities as beautifully appointed...
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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.
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: 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.
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: 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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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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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.
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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.
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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.
We are certified and licensed by the New York State Department of Health, and have regular reviews by them. Our aide staff receive First Aid training, CPR and administer all medications. We have a caring staff with years of experience, ready to serve your needs!
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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.
We are certified and licensed by the New York State Department of Health, and have regular reviews by them. Our aide staff receive First Aid training, CPR and administer all medications. We have a caring staff with years of experience, ready to serve your needs!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
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.
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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: 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: 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Acra, NY

The average cost of senior living in Acra is $3,701 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hobart, NY with an average of $3,005 per month.

Independent living costs in Acra, NY, vs. nearby cities

Acra, NY
$3,701/mo

Independent living costs in Acra, NY, vs. state and national averages

Acra, NY
$3,701/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Acra, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,777/mo
Independent Living
$3,701/mo

Independent living costs in Acra, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,940/mo
Studio
$4,898/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,294/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,890/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,465/mo

Senior living costs in Acra vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Acra, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAcra, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,701/mo$4,412/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,733/mo$5,593/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,777/mo$5,671/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Acra, NY:$3,701/mo
New York:$4,412/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Acra, NY:$4,733/mo
New York:$5,593/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Acra, NY:$4,777/mo
New York:$5,671/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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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 families are saying about independent living in Acra

Recent reviews for independent living in Acra

Heritage Pointe Apartments in Staatsburg, NY

4.0
The community is very friendly and everyone seems very good. I would recommend this community to others

Hearthstone Village in Latham, NY

5.0
We have been incredibly pleased with Hearthstone and my grandma loves living there! All of the staff members are friendly and attentive. The neighbors are kind and she absolutely loves the activities. It's great to have a shuttle for errands and the community is quiet and clean. Definitely the ...
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Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY

5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.

Acra independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Acra independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Acra, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Acra independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Acra partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Acra, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.9%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.8%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
23%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.9%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.5%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Acra independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Acra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Acra, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.8%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Acra independent 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 independent living communities in Acra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Acra, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.7%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
32.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
15.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Holiday Glenville, Ingersoll Place and Summit at Glenwyck are the top-rated independent living facilities near Acra, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 157 independent living facilities near Acra, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Acra, New York are Ingersoll Place and Diamond Ridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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