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10 Best Nursing Homes in Wells, NY

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Wells 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 38 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Wells, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Wells is about $4,221, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 218 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Wells, NY

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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.
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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.
Within the charming community of Foltsbrook, you will find a home where you will always feel welcome, and where the care is exceptional!At Foltsbrook Center, our long standing reputation as one of the area’s premier providers of skilled nursing care is built upon our ability to provide our...
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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.
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...
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Wells, NY

The average cost of senior living in Wells is $4,221 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gloversville, NY with an average of $3,127 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Wells, NY, vs. nearby cities

Wells, NY
$4,221/mo

Nursing homes costs in Wells, NY, vs. state and national averages

Wells, NY
$4,221/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Nursing homes costs in Wells, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,221/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,221/mo

Nursing homes costs in Wells, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,713/mo
Studio
$6,728/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,030/mo

Senior living costs in Wells vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Wells, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWells, NYNew YorkU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,221/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,294/mo$5,837/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,221/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,096/mo$4,692/mo$4,153/mo
Nursing Homes
Wells, NY:$4,221/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Wells, NY:$4,294/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Wells, NY:$4,221/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Wells, NY:$3,096/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Wells, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Wells 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Wells, NY

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Wells 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
Wells, NY$6,799/mo$6,039/mo+12.6%
New York$6,807/mo$6,291/mo+8.2%
National$5,469/mo$5,121/mo+6.8%
Wells, NY
2024 average cost:$6,799/mo
2023 average cost:$6,039/mo
Percent change:+12.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,807/mo
2023 average cost:$6,291/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,469/mo
2023 average cost:$5,121/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
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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 Wells

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wells

Washington Center in Argyle, NY

5.0
My mother has gotten very good care from the staff. They are very kind to her and committed to keeping her comfortable and doing what's best for her. We are happy about that.

Warren Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Queensbury, NY

4.0
Our experience at Warren Center was brief but they were all very, very nice. We got registered and they brought us down to a nice room that he was staying in. There was a beautiful welcoming card on his dresser and even a goody bag waiting for him. They were all so nice. The place itself is ...
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Home of the Good Shepherd Malta

4.0
The staff are very helpful. They completely understood how difficult this move was for both my mother and us. They helped all if us with the transition. My mother enjoys the activities and outings.

Wells nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wells nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wells, 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 Wells 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 Wells that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wells, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.4%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.5%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.2%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75.9%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.5%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75.9%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
24.1%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.5%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wells 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 Wells Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wells, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.6%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wells 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 Wells partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wells, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Wells 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 Wells communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wells, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wells 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 Wells offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wells, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.9%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Terrace at The Glen at Hiland Meadows, The Landing at Queensbury and Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Wells, New York. See full list of communities.
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