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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Plain, NY

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The cost of independent living in Fort Plain is about $3,684 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 139 options. Read 889 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Independent Living
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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.
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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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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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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: Independent Living
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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.
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Loudonville Assisted Living and Memory Care has been a wonderful place for my mother. The nursing services, dining, and activities are all exactly what she needs at this time. The staff are all loving and...
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.
We are owned and operated by the Levine family, caring for seniors over 60 years. Michael Levine, son, is here most everyday. The Levine family has worked to create an environment based on traditional values that recognize the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Our highest priority...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Sanderson Court is an excellent living community for Seniors. Rent is income based. The area is very safe. The apartments are well kept and roomy enough for an individual or couple. Management is responsive....
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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: Senior Apartments
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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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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
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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: Independent Living
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waterside is an affordable, newly constructed apartment community for independent seniors aged 50+.  Located on the banks of the Mohawk River, Waterside is situated in a peaceful setting with a spectacular view of the river, surrounding nature areas and a golf course. ...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Fort Plain, NY

The average cost of senior living in Fort Plain is $3,684 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Johnstown, NY with an average of $2,702 per month.

Independent living costs in Fort Plain, NY, vs. nearby cities

Fort Plain, NY
$3,684/mo
$3,547/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Plain, NY, vs. state and national averages

Fort Plain, NY
$3,684/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Plain, NY, vs. other senior living options

$3,832/mo
Independent Living
$3,684/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Plain, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,538/mo
Studio
$5,047/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,257/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,521/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,640/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Plain 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: Fort Plain, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Plain, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,684/mo$4,694/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$3,832/mo$5,840/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,832/mo$5,931/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Fort Plain, NY:$3,684/mo
New York:$4,694/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Plain, NY:$3,832/mo
New York:$5,840/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Fort Plain, NY:$3,832/mo
New York:$5,931/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Fort Plain, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fort Plain 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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Independent living cost trends in Fort Plain, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fort Plain 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
Fort Plain, NY$3,330/mo$3,230/mo+3.1%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Fort Plain, NY
2024 average cost:$3,330/mo
2023 average cost:$3,230/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Fort Plain

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Plain

Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY

5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.

Promenade at University Place in Albany, NY

4.5
It's been great! The staff are wonderful. Everyone is helpful and compassionate. They were the only facility in the area that offers an ALP for if my Aunt's finances are such that she needs to such to Medicaid. Big plus and draw with that feature.

the Plains at Parich Home in Oneonta, NY

5.0
This is a pleasant place to live.

Fort Plain independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Plain independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Plain, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Plain independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fort Plain 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
17.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Plain independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fort Plain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
6.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Plain independent 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 independent living communities in Fort Plain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46.4%
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Ingersoll Place, Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead and Provincial Glenville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Plain, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 139 independent living facilities near Fort Plain, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fort Plain, New York are Ingersoll Place, Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead and Provincial Glenville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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