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Assisted living costs in Ulysses average about $5,251 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 59 communities in Ulysses. Our detailed directory has 656 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
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.
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
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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.
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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.
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
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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
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 Ulysses, NY

The average cost of senior living in Ulysses is $5,251 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Penn Yan, NY with an average of $4,273 per month.

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

Ulysses, NY
$5,251/mo

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

Ulysses, NY
$5,251/mo
U.S. national average
$4,636/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,251/mo
$5,336/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,147/mo
Studio
$5,749/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,451/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,722/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ulysses over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ulysses, 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 Ulysses.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ulysses

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ulysses

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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Brookdale East Side in Fayetteville, NY

4.0
My loved one is a resident at Brookdale East Side. I would recommend this facility to others. The food is just okay. The housekeeping is good. I love the staff, they are very on top of things.

Clark Meadows in Canandaigua, NY

4.0
My loved one has her own nice apartment in the assisted living section of this community. She worked with the physical therapy department for a short time and has improved so much. They offer healthy meals and she is enjoying it there. This community is combined with the independent community. ...
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Ulysses review score based on 161 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 161 reviews of 59 Ulysses assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ulysses 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

Ulysses review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Ulysses, NY59 facilities
8.5
Trumansburg, NY70 facilities
8.6

Review subcategories for Ulysses 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 161 reviews of 59 Ulysses assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ulysses 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
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Ulysses assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ulysses assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ulysses, 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 Ulysses 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 Ulysses 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
57.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.3%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.5%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ulysses 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 Ulysses Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ulysses, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ulysses 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 Ulysses partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ulysses, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.2%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
33.9%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.3%
14.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Ulysses 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 Ulysses communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ulysses, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.4%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
20.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ulysses 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 Ulysses offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ulysses, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.5%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.6%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.4%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.1%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.2%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
27.1%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.6%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ulysses

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 Ulysses protect seniors.

Learn about New York Assisted Living regulations

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