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10 Best Nursing Homes in Watkins Glen, NY
Watkins Glen is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 58 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Watkins Glen, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Watkins Glen is about $4,888, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 292 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Sampson, Romulus and Willard.
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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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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.
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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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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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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.
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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: 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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of nursing homes in Watkins Glen, NY
The average cost of senior living in Watkins Glen is $4,888 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hammondsport, NY with an average of $3,492 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watkins Glen, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watkins Glen, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Watkins Glen
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Watkins Glen
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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Seneca Lake Terrace in Geneva, NY
4.6
Seneca Terrace is very supportive and approachable regarding any questions or concerns. Always willing to assist however they can. It is a family friendly atmosphere. They understand the challenges of their residents and work with the family to best meet their needs.
North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY
5.0
I was reluctant to move to assisted living. I have always lived on my own. My family and doctor we're very persistent that I needed the extra help. I have to say, as much as I hate to admit it, they were right. The staff here have been so sweet and helpful. It's like have 5 grandchildren around ...
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Watkins Glen nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watkins Glen nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watkins Glen, 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 Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen 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
27.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.7%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
17.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
15.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watkins Glen, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
6.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watkins Glen, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watkins Glen, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
12.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watkins Glen 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 Watkins Glen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watkins Glen, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
24.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
13.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.1%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Castle Gardens, Ashton Place Senior Living and Seneca Lake Terrace are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Watkins Glen, New York. See full list of communities.
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