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10 Best Nursing Homes in Rensselaer County, NY

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Rensselaer County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Rensselaer County, NY may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Rensselaer County or another care type is right for you. Browse 10 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Rensselaer County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rapp Road Community Historic District, Pine Hills and Hurstville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Canaan Center, Petersburgh and Babcock Lake.

Nursing homes facilities near Rensselaer County, NY

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Photo of The Terrace at Eddy Memorial
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9.0
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29 reviews
9.0
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29 reviews
5 star
83%
4 star
14%
3 star
3%
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0%
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Well, our loved one is no longer there, but it was all round an excellent experience. Based on the experience we had with The Terrace at Eddy Memorial, we would absolutely recommend them to other families...
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.
The Terrace at Eddy Memorial provides enriched housing and assisted living in Troy, NY for seniors who value amenity-rich living but need a little extra help with everyday tasks, such as household chores, bathing, dressing, and medication management.Our private studio and one-bedroom apartments...
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8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
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33%
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My sister has been a resident if Rosewood Gardens for nearly one year. From the first day, when she was in great post-surgical pain, she had the most excellent care possible. She was also handled with caring...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
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.
Photo of The Pines at Heartwood
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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.
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...
Photo of Troy Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Troy Center, caring for New Yorkers is what we do. If you join us for short-term rehab, you probably won’t stay long, but you’ll take good memories and great results with you when you go. If you’re looking for long-term care, our skilled nursing facilities are second to none. Top-notch staff,...
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Cost of nursing homes in Rensselaer County, NY

The average cost of senior living in Rensselaer County is $5,046 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hoosick Falls, NY with an average of $4,479 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rensselaer County, NY vs. nearby counties

Rensselaer County, NY
$5,046/mo
$5,043/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rensselaer County, NY vs. the state and national average

Rensselaer County, NY
$5,046/mo
U.S. national average
$4,821/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rensselaer County vs. other types of senior living

$4,719/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,046/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Rensselaer County, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,000/mo
Studio
$4,912/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Rensselaer County over time

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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 nursing homes in Rensselaer County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rensselaer County

Eddy Memory Care at Eddy Hawthorne Ridge in East Greenbush, NY

5.0
I've been very happy with the care my mom received at Hawthorne Ridge. Specifically, you kept her safe. I know too well how devastating the past 20 months have been and was impressed with the hard work of the team there. You've done a remarkable job.

Eddy Hawthorne Ridge in East Greenbush, NY

3.1
They are really perfect. They are trying to accomodate my loved one, who loves the breakfast. They have plenty of activites. The value for the money is worth it, and it gives me a peace of mind. I saw the community before, and had the opportunity to tour the place, and it was a nice place. I was ...
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Brookdale Niskayuna

5.0
My mom was previously a resident at Brookdale Niskayuna and everything was great for her there. She was very comfortable and she loved it. She was very happy at Brookdale. I would recommend this facility to others.

Rensselaer County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rensselaer County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rensselaer County, 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 Rensselaer County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Rensselaer County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rensselaer County, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
66.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
66.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rensselaer County nursing homes

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 Rensselaer County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rensselaer County, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
3.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rensselaer County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Rensselaer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rensselaer County, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rensselaer County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Rensselaer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rensselaer County, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rensselaer County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Rensselaer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rensselaer County, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ingersoll Place, Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie and Peregrine Shaker are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rensselaer County, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 10 nursing homes facilities near Rensselaer County, New York. See the full list.

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