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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Downsville, NY

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Assisted living costs in Downsville average about $3,874 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 32 communities in Downsville. Our detailed directory has 300 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Downsville, NY

The average cost of senior living in Downsville is $3,874 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gilbertsville, NY with an average of $3,141 per month.

Assisted living costs in Downsville, NY, vs. nearby cities

Downsville, NY
$3,874/mo

Assisted living costs in Downsville, NY, vs. state and national averages

Downsville, NY
$3,874/mo
U.S. national average
$4,759/mo

Assisted living costs in Downsville, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,874/mo
$4,023/mo

Assisted living costs in Downsville, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,482/mo
Studio
$4,938/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,781/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,500/mo

Senior living costs in Downsville vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Downsville, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDownsville, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$3,874/mo$5,929/mo$4,759/mo
Memory Care$4,023/mo$6,022/mo$5,023/mo
Independent Living$3,270/mo$4,765/mo$4,219/mo
Assisted Living
Downsville, NY:$3,874/mo
New York:$5,929/mo
U.S.:$4,759/mo
Memory Care
Downsville, NY:$4,023/mo
New York:$6,022/mo
U.S.:$5,023/mo
Independent Living
Downsville, NY:$3,270/mo
New York:$4,765/mo
U.S.:$4,219/mo
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Assisted living costs in Downsville, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Downsville and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Downsville, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Downsville have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Downsville, NY$2,944/mo$2,250/mo+30.8%
New York$6,069/mo$5,565/mo+9.1%
National$4,924/mo$4,669/mo+5.5%
Downsville, NY
2024 average cost:$2,944/mo
2023 average cost:$2,250/mo
Percent change:+30.8%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,069/mo
2023 average cost:$5,565/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
National
2024 average cost:$4,924/mo
2023 average cost:$4,669/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Downsville, 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 Downsville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Downsville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Downsville

the Plains at Parich Home in Oneonta, NY

5.0
This is a pleasant place to live.

Brookdale Vestal West

4.6
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 have some great staff and very loving aides

Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead in Oneonta, NY

5.0
Can you stand one more compliment. Well done! My second month here and so very pleased with everything. The staff here are annoying this has been a wise move for me. Now, home new friends, a new chapter in my life.

Downsville review score based on 77 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 77 reviews of 29 Downsville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Downsville 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

Downsville review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Downsville, NY29 facilities
7.9
Margaretville, NY33 facilities
8.0
Jeffersonville, NY72 facilities

Review subcategories for Downsville 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 77 reviews of 29 Downsville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Downsville 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.
Downsville, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
3.8
Friendliness
4.8
3.9
Care services
4.4
3.5
Staff
4.6
3.7
Meals & dining
4.1
3.4
Activities
4.2
3.4
Value for cost*
4.4
3.5
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Downsville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Downsville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Downsville, 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 Downsville 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 Downsville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Downsville, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31%
52.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.1%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.8%
57%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.3%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31%
52.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Downsville 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 Downsville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Downsville, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.8%
51.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Downsville 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 Downsville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Downsville, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
41.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
37.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.5%
36.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
18.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Downsville 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 Downsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Downsville, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.1%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
13.8%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Downsville 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 Downsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Downsville, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
31%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
30.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
49.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
49.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.9%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.1%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.7%
38.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.9%
24.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
46.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Downsville

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Downsville protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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