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Assisted living costs in Athens average about $4,921 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 78 communities in Athens. Our detailed directory has 925 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Albany Center Adult Home
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We picked this community, because of the price. They can improve, with keeping staff. Looks like a lot change over each month.
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.
We’re thrilled to announce that the 67-bed Albany Center, An Adult Home is now a part of Centers Health Care—the largest post-acute healthcare provider in the Northeast and a recognized leader in short-term rehab and long-term care.Superior service and amenities in a distinctive facility is now...
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Very friendly environment good activities-I have suggested more balance exercises they have set up more balance exercises older patients have balance problems and fall often. If really serious injuries'...
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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.
Designed in The Eddy tradition of excellence, The Terrace at Beverwyck, located in Slingerlands, NY, offers seniors 41 private one- and two-bedroom apartments in a variety of floor plans.The Terrace offers freedom of choice and freedom from worry in a community of warmth and security. Residents...
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Mountain Valley Manor is still pretty restricted but from what we can see of the community it is very clean and our loved one is always in very nice and clean clothes. He says the meals there are fantastic....
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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.
In our home, you are on your own, but never alone' Mountain Valley Manor Adult Home is located in the Mid-Hudson Valley, situated near the cultural and recreational areas of Rhinebeck, Albany and Woodstock. Our facility is nestled in small valley, offering a country setting within the City of...
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My mom (90 yearsold ) has been living in the memory care area for almost a year.They are caring and wonderful. She loves it. It’s small and I feel so happy knowing she is there.
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.
Kimball Farms, a not-for-profit retirement community in Lenox, Massachusetts, in the heart of The Berkshires of Western MA. Kimball Farms is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a continuum of care with a variety of housing options. Kimball Farms Lifecare Retirement Community...
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Photo of The Terrace at Glen Eddy
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They go above and beyond to keep your loved one as independent as they can for as long as possible. They work with family members to meet your loved ones needs. They include everyone, no matter memory...
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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.
There is a difference in assisted living. It's called The Terrace.Living independently is one of the keys to living a healthy, happy life. However, for many, there comes a time when a little help with everyday activities can make a big difference. That's when you can feel secure knowing you can...
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We cannot rate the cleanliness because my dad was a resident adjusting Meadows during Covid and I never got to see his room The nurses and staff seemed to really like my dad, and he, them. That made me...
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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.
Opened in the fall of 2013, Judson Meadows is part of the Baptist Health System, a not-for-profit organization that has been dedicated to serving seniors and their families throughout the community since 1977. Located in a quiet and picturesque setting on 48 acres on the site of the former...
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The Fountains at Milbrook is great! My parents are very happy there. The level of comfort with the staff is paramount. They have created such a warm and welcoming community, and they really know how to...
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.
The Fountains at Millbrook, located in Millbrook, NY is set on 200 beautiful acres in the Hudson Valley.We offer Independent Living with Cottages with garages and one and two bedroom apartments in our main building that is hotel like. All apartments and cottages have full kitchens. We have 27...
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Our experience with Elizabeth Manor was absolutely wonderful! The people we worked with, Frances, Carla, and Pat, were all incredibly caring, kind, and professional, and gave her the loving care she...
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.
Elizabeth Manor is located in a quiet and residential area (Town of Poughkeepsie / Spackenkill) minutesfrom IBM, local supermarkets, pharmacies, banks and restaurants. Our goal is to provide the ideal alternative to nursing homes and assisted living facilities. We strongly believe in promoting...
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It's a very nice, comfortable place where they try to cater to the patient and there family, as [name removed] did last week for my wife's birthday party, she was very helpful. I'm just happy we were able to...
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 Cottage at Litchfield Hills, located in the heart of Litchfield County close to Routes 8 and 202, is owned by New England-based Northbridge Communities and their first property in Connecticut and 18th Senior Living Community.The Cottage offers all of the benefits of community living -...
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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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We are very happy with the facility and my mom appears to be content. When we ask her how she's doing she never complains and says things are good. Very caring and committed staff.
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.
Introducing Peregrine Shaker. Now under Peregrine Senior Living
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Photo of Pine Ridge Family Type Home For Adults
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Pine Ridge is awesome! It is the perfect solution for my mom. It is a wonderful place, and I could not be more pleased! It's very close to me. Nice house. Clean. Staff is kind. Caring. Attentive. ...
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.
Pine Ridge Family Type Home for Adults is a specialized adult living facility located in scenic Wappingers Falls, NY.This facility can offer help with a variety of daily task and is an ideal home for anyone who wants to free themselves from the maintenance of day to day living. This facility...
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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My Dad resided at the Columbia Care Home in East Greenbush, New York for more than a year. The Director and her staff were professional, kind and genuinely attentive to the residents in their care. The...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Columbia Care Home is an exceptional senior care facility located in Columbia, Maryland. We treat our seniors with respect for their interest and needs. Columbia Care Home offers all the amenities you expect for a senior care facility. Whether your loved one needs help bathing, shopping or...
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Eddy Hawthorne Ridge has been a wonderful home for our mom. Both the Assisted Living and Memory Care units are staffed with tireless, compassionate employees that go above and beyond to deliver the higher...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Photo of Timberlyn Heights Nursing and Alzheimer's Center
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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...
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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...
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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.
For more than fifty years, the Levine family (local family) has worked to create a loving environment based on traditional values that recognizes the unique needs and preferences of each of our residents.  We are small (Bed N' Breakfast Style) 18 residents.  We serve a population of the...
Photo of The Landing at Laurel Lake
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...
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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...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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,...

Cost of assisted living in Athens, NY

The average cost of senior living in Athens is $4,921 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fleischmanns, NY with an average of $4,189 per month.

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

Athens, NY
$4,921/mo
$5,073/mo

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

Athens, NY
$4,921/mo
U.S. national average
$4,738/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,921/mo
$4,932/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,618/mo
Private
$6,500/mo
Studio
$5,720/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,910/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,719/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Athens over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Athens, 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 Athens.

What families are saying about assisted living in Athens

Recent reviews for assisted living in Athens

Peregrine Crossgate in Albany, NY

5.0
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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The Cottage at Litchfield Hills in Torrington, CT

4.6
The staff is really friendly and helpful. Initially they had some trouble working out her medication schedule, but after a couple of weeks it got ironed out. And now everything is running smoothly. My mother is very happy there and feels like it's home.

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Effective communication between staff and families. Several reviews mention that staff members at various communities keep families informed and involved in their loved ones' care. For example, at Peregrine Shaker, the community director sets regular meetings with residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. At Landing of Poug ...
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Variety of activities for different interests. Residents find pleasure in the wide range of activities offered at communities, from music and band performances to gardening and fishing days. For instance, at Landing of Poughkeepsie, there are weekly activities that cater to different interests, helping residents stay engaged and active.
Flexible and accommodating staff. Reviews frequently mention the accommodating nature of staff members at communities, who make adjustments to meet residents' unique needs. For example, at The Terrace at Glen Eddy, the staff goes above and beyond to keep residents as independent as possible for as long as possible.
High-quality food and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality food is highlighted as a significant factor in overall satisfaction with communities. At the The Avalon Assisted Living and Wellness Center, for instance, residents enjoy the three meals served daily and snacks, while at Millview of Latham, loved ones seem to ...
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Supportive and caring staff. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the friendly and compassionate nature of staff members at communities. For instance, at Peregrine Crossgate, staff members are described as attentive and caring, and at Peregrine Shaker, the staff goes beyond professionalism by checking on families a ...
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Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both the private rooms and communal areas within communities, as well as the outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails. For example, at Millview of Latham, the community is described as having a pleasant, homelike atmosphere with lovely g ...
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Athens review score based on 203 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 203 reviews of 67 Athens assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Athens 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

Athens review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Athens, NY67 facilities
7.9
Hudson, NY77 facilities
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Review subcategories for Athens 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 203 reviews of 67 Athens assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Athens 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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Athens assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Athens assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Athens, 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 Athens 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 Athens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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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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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Athens 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 Athens Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Athens, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.8%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.9%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Athens 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 Athens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Athens, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.5%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Athens 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 Athens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Athens, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.8%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
23.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Athens 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 Athens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Athens, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.8%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.8%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.7%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
28.4%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Athens

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 Athens protect seniors.

Learn about New York Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 78 assisted living facilities near Athens, New York. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Athens, New York is Ingersoll Place. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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