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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cortland, NY
Assisted living costs in Cortland average about $6,452 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 8 communities in Cortland. Our detailed directory has 36 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 Ithaca, Homer and Groton.
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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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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.
Greenbriar is a 37 bed Adult Home located in Homer, NY. We have been in business for 35 years. Our facility is licensed by the state of New York. We provide medication management, supervision of diets, we assist with bathing, dressing and all other activities of daily living. We also do laudry...
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Cortland, NY
The average cost of senior living in Cortland is $6,452 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Norwich, NY with an average of $3,014 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cortland, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cortland, NY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cortland vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cortland, NY by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Cortland over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cortland, NY
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cortland
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cortland
Brookdale Ithaca MC
3.9
My loved one is currently a resident at Brookdale Ithaca and overall it's been a good experience. The staff, with one exception, are great. Though there are few certified staff. More residents means more staff and right now there are times when only one is on the floor. The food lacks flavor and ...
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Walden Place in Cortland, NY
4.8
The staff are very friendly, personable and helpful. The apartments are a good size with plenty of room. From what our loved one has said the meal and dining service is great and even though they choose to not participate in the activities they always have a ton going on. We would recommend the ...
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Brookdale Ithaca AL
5.0
I would give a 5 to all of these categories. They were able to provide some furniture he didn't have. They were able to add additional care as his health worsened. They tried to provide fun events. Yes, I would recommend them to others
Cortland assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cortland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cortland, 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 Cortland 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 Cortland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cortland, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
12.5%
52.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
12.5%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
12.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
12.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cortland 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 Cortland Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cortland, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
12.5%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
12.5%
40.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cortland 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 Cortland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cortland, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
35%
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Availability of select dining options in Cortland 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 Cortland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
41.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cortland 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 Cortland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
45.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cortland
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 Cortland protect seniors.
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Brookdale Ithaca AL, Walden Place and Brookdale Ithaca MC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cortland, New York. See full list of communities.
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