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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Berkshire, NY
Assisted living costs in Berkshire average about $5,040 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 16 communities in Berkshire. Our detailed directory has 212 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Binghamton, Cortland and Ithaca.
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I would give a 5 for all categories - very nice facility all around. I would definitely recommend it. The aides were great (one was not but she was dealt with immediately and let go). The physical layout,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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I would highly recommend The Homesteads. They were truly a lifesaver for our family. They became part of our family. While my father passed this past November, I would certainly recommend them to anyone...
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.
We are not “facilities” but secure, safe, small warm HOMES that have been providing quality long term care and love for twenty-five years here in Apalachin, New York. We are not shiny, fancy facilities. We are clean, comfortable, welcoming homes where all feel at home.The site provides a lot of...
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35 reviews
The staff is very attentive to the residents . My mom really likes the food there. There are activities throughout the week to keep them busy. Overall, I am just very impressed with what I have experienced...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Walden Place offers an active lifestyle with premier services and amenities-- in a warm family, oriented community. We realize that you are looking for a community that offers the services of a well respected Assisted Living community, but we want to offer you more. We want to preserve your...
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The only issue was the medicine dispensing. They had problems keeping things correct and problems keeping people in that department. However, what we like the most about Brookdale Vestal is the people! They...
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.
We can help your one find purpose and belonging.Our community has purposeful programs that offer the care you and your family need for different stages of dementia. Along with our programming, you’ll have peace of mind knowing there is trained staff on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If...
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What I like the most about Elderwood Village is that they have very friendly and are responsive to mom's needs. It is a nice facility and I would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
Elderwood Village at Vestal is an assisted living community located in historic Vestal, New York, tucked away in a residential area, offering the peace and quiet our residents want while also being conveniently located to all that Vestal has to offer. Elderwood Village at Vestal is an intimate,...
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This is the place to be around here they are really good to the residents. There are plenty of activities at the residence.
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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.
United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus offers seniors a safe and secure community to thrive enjoying peace of mind in knowing they have access to a high quality and compassionate care continuum. As a non-for-profit and faith based organization, we are dedicated to our residents and our Mission of...
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I love them, they are so good. When I looked around at other options, this is the best for what you're getting, for what we are paying. I've never seen people sitting around looking lost, they do things with...
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.
Family-Type Homes For Adults: A Senior Assisted Living Alternative. We are homes that provide help for adults who need aid in their daily activities, and who should not be left alone. We provide the needed supervision, and gentle kindness that a person would hope to find. We are not a NURSING...
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They have resumed a lot of their activities such as chair yoga, games, physical therapy, etc. They haven't done outings yet but that is in the works. I think they are as caring as non-family members could be...
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.
Family-Type Homes For Adults: A Senior Assisted Living Alternative. We are homes that provide help for adults who need aid in their daily activities, and who should not be left alone. We provide the needed supervision, and gentle kindness that a person would hope to find. We are not a NURSING...
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Things are going good at Paquette Homestead. I think especially the staff have been great. I know they have their hands full and they really handle her well. Overall it has been an absolutely great...
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.
Family-Type Homes For Adults: A Senior Assisted Living Alternative. We are homes that provide help for adults who need aid in their daily activities, and who should not be left alone. We provide the needed supervision, and gentle kindness that a person would hope to find. We are not a NURSING...
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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.
United Methodist Homes Elizabeth Church Campus offers seniors a safe and secure community to thrive enjoying peace of mind in knowing they have access to a high quality and compassionate care continuum. As a non-for-profit and faith based organization, we are dedicated to our residents and our...
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We had heard mixed review, but he building has been under new management since the middle of 2017 and the care my mother got was great. The staff were very friendly and nice. Outstanding therapy staff...
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.
Absolut Care of Endicott sits on a hill on the Northwest edge of the Village of Endicott. Located just west of Binghamton, NY, Endicott is a picturesque village, originally home of IBM.Absolut Care of Endicott houses 160 people needing a variety of care services. The facility has four distinct...
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: 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.
For nearly two decades Bridges has built a strategy of success on the creation of a healthy natural environment for small groups of seniors, where people live on their own terms, on their schedule, with an emphasis on personal dignity and choice.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Berkshire, NY
The average cost of senior living in Berkshire is $5,040 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Johnson City, NY with an average of $4,240 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Berkshire, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Berkshire, NY vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Berkshire, NY by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Berkshire, NY
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What families are saying about assisted living in Berkshire
Recent reviews for assisted living in Berkshire
Paquette Homestead in Apalachin, NY
4.8
We placed mom in the Paquette house in 2010 because she had dementia and we could no longer give her the daily care that she required. We were happily surprised to see what a nice house and neighborhood she was in. Since we live in Apalachin, a visit was only a few minutes away. At first mom ...
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Absolut of Endicott
5.0
Great staff, great care and I really enjoy the facility. Huge positive changes in the last 6 months
Elderwood Village at Vestal
4.6
The value for cost is hard for me to answer I think for the cost there would be more included in the price but I do know they are competitive in pricing. Plus weekends are real boring for them. I feel sorry for people who don't have family. Over all I was happy
Berkshire review score based on 37 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 37 reviews of 15 Berkshire assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Berkshire 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
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Review subcategories for Berkshire 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 37 reviews of 15 Berkshire assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Berkshire 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.Berkshire, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Berkshire assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Berkshire assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Berkshire, 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 Berkshire 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 Berkshire 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
66.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
66.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Berkshire 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 Berkshire Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Berkshire 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 Berkshire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Berkshire 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 Berkshire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
13.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Berkshire 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 Berkshire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Berkshire
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 Berkshire protect seniors.
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