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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in North Spencer, NY

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Assisted living costs in North Spencer average about $5,226 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 56 communities in North Spencer. Our detailed directory has 333 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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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...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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: 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
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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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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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
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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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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
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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in North Spencer, NY

The average cost of senior living in North Spencer is $5,226 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Endicott, NY with an average of $4,510 per month.

Assisted living costs in North Spencer, NY, vs. nearby cities

North Spencer, NY
$5,226/mo
$5,574/mo

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

North Spencer, NY
$5,226/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in North Spencer, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,226/mo
$5,369/mo

Assisted living costs in North Spencer, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,950/mo
Studio
$6,323/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,289/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,313/mo

Senior living costs in North Spencer 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: North Spencer, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Spencer, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$5,226/mo$5,841/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,369/mo$5,931/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$4,385/mo$4,697/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
North Spencer, NY:$5,226/mo
New York:$5,841/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
North Spencer, NY:$5,369/mo
New York:$5,931/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
North Spencer, NY:$4,385/mo
New York:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in North Spencer, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Spencer 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 North Spencer, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in North Spencer 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
North Spencer, NY$5,242/mo$5,203/mo+0.7%
New York$6,714/mo$6,394/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
North Spencer, NY
2024 average cost:$5,242/mo
2023 average cost:$5,203/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,714/mo
2023 average cost:$6,394/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Spencer, 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 North Spencer.

What families are saying about assisted living in North Spencer

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Spencer

The Athenaeum of Skaneateles

5.0
The Athenaeum is the best assisted living facility in all of Central New York. Everyone is so nice and they provide excellent care. It is a sad day when a loved one can no longer live in their own home. The Athenaeum will make you feel so much better about this difficult move. Take a tour ...
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Seneca Lake Terrace in Geneva, NY

4.6
Seneca Terrace is very supportive and approachable regarding any questions or concerns. Always willing to assist however they can. It is a family friendly atmosphere. They understand the challenges of their residents and work with the family to best meet their needs.

North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
The moment I moved in I fell in love with the staff here. They have been helpful from the start. I pulled up with my son and his truck full of my stuff. A couple of nice gentlemen helped my family unload the truck and bring my stuff to my new room. This nice young lady gave me a tour of the ...
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North Spencer review score based on 61 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 61 reviews of 54 North Spencer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Spencer 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

North Spencer review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
North Spencer, NY54 facilities
8.6
Ithaca, NY71 facilities
8.6
Cayuga Heights, NY74 facilities

Review subcategories for North Spencer 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 61 reviews of 54 North Spencer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Spencer 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.
North Spencer, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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North Spencer assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Spencer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Spencer, 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 North Spencer 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 North Spencer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
North Spencer, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
24.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Spencer 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 North Spencer Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Spencer, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Spencer 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 North Spencer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Spencer, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
18.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.9%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in North Spencer 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 North Spencer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Spencer, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
7.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Spencer 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 North Spencer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Spencer, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
25.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
14.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Spencer

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 North Spencer protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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