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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Goose Island, NY

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The cost of independent living in Goose Island is about $3,853 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 132 options.

Read 1203 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Saratoga Springs, Manchester and Queensbury.

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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: 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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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The mission and spirit of Maples Senior Living Community is to provide the opportunity for residents to maintain independence, and to promote wellness and enthusiasm for life. By combining the services of various community organizations along with affordably priced independent living apartments...
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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: 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.
MeadowView at Clifton Park is a beautiful senior housing community located in Rexford, New York in Saratoga County. As a modern building with impeccable landscaping and ample outdoor patio space and walking trails, residents will love calling our location home. Even better, we're only a few...
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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.
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: 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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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.
Troy Adult Home is an assisted living community that benefits from being nestled among the natural beauty of Troy, NY. The forest of trees that surrounds our facility give off a cascade of color during the fall, and the wide open spaces on our grounds give residents plenty of places to enjoy the...
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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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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.
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.
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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My mom has been at Canterbury House for two years and enjoys it very much. As with any congregate living situation, family type "issues" arise. But the home is safe, clean, and caring. The staff welcomes...
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.
CANTERBURY HOUSE '...a retirement home for independent seniors...'   Canterbury House is a not-for-profit corporation that maintains an affordable senior residence for persons, 55 and above, who need companionship and safety but are not ready for a nursing home. Residents may stay for long...
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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: 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.
Vista Senior Living is a premier senior living community located in the picturesque town of Killington, Vermont.Our commitment to ensuring that our residents receive the highest level of care and unparalleled services has established us as an industry leader in senior living. Our pet-friendly...
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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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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.
In 1868, Schenectady residents recognized the need for a caring environment for older women. To that end, an organization, known as the “Haven of Rest” was formed. The original location of the residence was on Green Street, in the heart of the Stockade area. In 1901, the name changed to the...

Cost of independent living in Goose Island, NY

The average cost of senior living in Goose Island is $3,853 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Troy, NY with an average of $3,040 per month.

Independent living costs in Goose Island, NY, vs. state and national averages

Goose Island, NY
$3,853/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Goose Island, NY, vs. other senior living options

$8,761/mo
Independent Living
$3,853/mo

Independent living costs in Goose Island, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,419/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,106/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,614/mo

Senior living costs in Goose Island 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: Goose Island, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGoose Island, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,853/mo$3,974/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,554/mo$6,817/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,761/mo$8,640/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Goose Island, NY:$3,853/mo
New York:$3,974/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Goose Island, NY:$5,554/mo
New York:$6,817/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Goose Island, NY:$8,761/mo
New York:$8,640/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Goose Island, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Goose Island 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 Goose Island, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Goose Island 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 average 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
Goose Island, NY$3,845/mo$3,682/mo+4.4%
New York$3,192/mo$2,916/mo+9.4%
National$2,827/mo$2,723/mo+3.8%
Goose Island, NY
2024 average cost:$3,845/mo
2023 average cost:$3,682/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,192/mo
2023 average cost:$2,916/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,827/mo
2023 average cost:$2,723/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Goose Island

Recent reviews for independent living in Goose Island

Beechwood at Eddy Memorial in Troy, NY

4.8
I have been a Resident of Beechwood for over six years, but at this time of pandemic and destructive weather events I especially appreciate the "peace of mind" it allows me. Not having to worry about handling details of a healthy and safe environment is a blessing.

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.

Peregrine Crossgate in Albany, NY

4.7
If you need something you can always find it. It is very clean, someone is always cleaning and they clean my apartment once a week. All staff members are so wonderful and very friendly to me. They have a lot of activities provided and a lot residents seem to enjoy them. I do not like the food, I ...
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Goose Island independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Goose Island independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Goose Island, 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 Goose Island 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 Goose Island 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
18.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Goose Island 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 Goose Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
10.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Goose Island 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 Goose Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
17.4%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.5%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ingersoll Place, Provincial Glenville and Eddy Hawthorne Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Goose Island, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 132 independent living facilities near Goose Island, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Goose Island, New York are Ingersoll Place, Provincial Glenville and The Terrace at The Glen at Hiland Meadows. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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