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The cost of independent living in Medusa is about $3,650 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 328 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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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: 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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I enjoyed my time at Bishop Broderick. Pleasant, friendly, caring staff. Nice apartment. Beautifully maintained grounds. Enjoyed the general atmosphere. Convenient set up and well built facility. Well...
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.
We are certified and licensed by the New York State Department of Health, and have regular reviews by them. Our aide staff receive First Aid training, CPR and administer all medications. We have a caring staff with years of experience, ready to serve your needs!
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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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Cost of independent living in Medusa, NY

The average cost of senior living in Medusa is $3,650 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hobart, NY with an average of $3,238 per month.

Independent living costs in Medusa, NY, vs. nearby cities

Medusa, NY
$3,650/mo
$3,715/mo

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

Medusa, NY
$3,650/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Medusa, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,781/mo
Independent Living
$3,650/mo

Independent living costs in Medusa, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,095/mo
Studio
$4,727/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,689/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,088/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,640/mo

Senior living costs in Medusa 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: Medusa, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMedusa, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,650/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,767/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,781/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Medusa, NY:$3,650/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Medusa, NY:$4,767/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Medusa, NY:$4,781/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Medusa, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Medusa 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Medusa, NY$4,088/mo$4,420/mo-7.5%
New York$3,628/mo$3,583/mo+1.3%
National$3,158/mo$3,029/mo+4.3%
Medusa, NY
2024 average cost:$4,088/mo
2023 average cost:$4,420/mo
Percent change:-7.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,628/mo
2023 average cost:$3,583/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,158/mo
2023 average cost:$3,029/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
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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 Medusa

Recent reviews for independent living in Medusa

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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Summit at Mill Hill in Guilderland, NY

4.9
Summit at Mill Hill has been an amazing experience for our parents. They have said countless times, "I Love it Here !!" The amenities are a positive contribution to the quality of their lives., however, it's the caring of the staff and community that make this an outstanding ...
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Medusa independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Medusa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Medusa, 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 Medusa 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 Medusa 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
20.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Medusa 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 Medusa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Medusa, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Medusa 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 Medusa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Peregrine Shaker, Peregrine Crossgate and Peregrine Delmar Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Medusa, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Medusa, New York. See the full list.
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