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Assisted living costs in Clay average about $5,992 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Clay. Our detailed directory has 199 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Keepsake Village
1111 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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32 reviews
9.2
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32 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
16%
3 star
9%
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9%
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0%
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They feed them a lot and activities every day. The best thing for me there was they have the ability to have enhanced care. My father has a catheter and he wouldnt be able to stay without the enhanced care....
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Keepsake Village, a memory care community licensed by the state of New York, our goal is to provide the highest quality of life for each of our residents. We offer a calm, stress-free environment with therapeutic social stimulation, personal care assistance plus medical evaluations. Our...
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Photo of The Hearth at Greenpoint
1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.8
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48 reviews
8.8
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48 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
29%
3 star
10%
2 star
6%
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6%
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What we like the most about The Hearth at Greenpoint is that it is very pleasant and welcoming community. Yes, we would recommend The Hearth at Greenpoint community to other families based on the experience...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Hearth at Greenpoint offers gracious retirement living complete with a full social calendar to allow residents with the opportunity to grow their hobbies and establish lifelong friendships. Even dining is taken care of, thanks to our Hearth-Healthy Dining. Located in Liverpool and just a...
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88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.8
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51 reviews
8.8
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51 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
33%
3 star
6%
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6%
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6%
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We chose Brookdale Liverpool because of the geography, recommended, and price. Friendly. Activities were the same old routine. Need to mix up with new activities more. Seems strictly for still independent,...
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.
Brookdale Liverpool is the assisted living community of choice in beautiful Liverpool, New York, a suburb of Syracuse. The Village of Liverpool is charming, boasting stunning lakeshore trails, eclectic shops, diverse and delicious restaurants and a strong sense of community pride. Residents at...
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9.2
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20 reviews
9.2
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45%
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My mom loves Park Terrace. She was calling it home within 10 days of moving in. The staff are incredible and very kind. Mom gets her meds on time. Activities are all day long. Mom loves bingo which is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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8.9
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22 reviews
8.9
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22 reviews
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At The Hearth on James, the staff is their biggest asset. They got to know my parents well, as well as family coming to visit. Both of my parents have had hospitalizations since being there and the nurses...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
Photo of Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill
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8.3
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26 reviews
8.3
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26 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
12%
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Very kind staff. Lots of activities for the residents. Beautiful, clean facility with nice rooms. Lots of staff interaction with residents.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 a beautiful memory care community located in richly historic Syracuse, New York. Our enhanced memory support services offer our residents an engaging lifestyle that helps them maintain a connection to themselves. We aim to help each, and every resident live in a place where joy and purpose...
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Cost of assisted living in Clay, NY

The average cost of senior living in Clay is $5,992 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Creek, NY with an average of $5,209 per month.

Assisted living costs in Clay, NY, vs. nearby cities

Clay, NY
$5,992/mo
$6,019/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay, NY, vs. state and national averages

Clay, NY
$5,992/mo
U.S. national average
$4,707/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,992/mo
$5,992/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,019/mo
Studio
$5,619/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,774/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,596/mo

Senior living costs in Clay 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: Clay, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClay, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$5,992/mo$5,814/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$5,992/mo$5,903/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$4,909/mo$4,684/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Clay, NY:$5,992/mo
New York:$5,814/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Clay, NY:$5,992/mo
New York:$5,903/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Clay, NY:$4,909/mo
New York:$4,684/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Assisted living costs in Clay, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Clay 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.

Clay, NYNY stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Clay, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Clay 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
Clay, NY$4,431/mo$3,801/mo+16.6%
New York$6,646/mo$6,282/mo+5.8%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Clay, NY
2024 average cost:$4,431/mo
2023 average cost:$3,801/mo
Percent change:+16.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,646/mo
2023 average cost:$6,282/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,321/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Clay, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Clay.

What families are saying about assisted living in Clay

Recent reviews for assisted living in Clay

The Athenaeum of Skaneateles

5.0
The Athenaeum is the best assisted living facility in all of Central New York. Everyone is so nice and they provide excellent care. It is a sad day when a loved one can no longer live in their own home. The Athenaeum will make you feel so much better about this difficult move. Take a tour ...
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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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The Inn Menorah Park in Syracuse, NY

5.0
Our family is very pleased with the care that our Mother receives at The Inn Menorah Park. We would highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for Assisted Living care for their love one.

Clay review score based on 74 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 74 reviews of 6 Clay assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Clay review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Clay review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Clay, NY6 facilities
8.7
North Syracuse, NY15 facilities
8.7
Liverpool, NY14 facilities

Review subcategories for Clay assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 74 reviews of 6 Clay assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Clay resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Clay, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Clay assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Clay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clay, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clay assisted living

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 Clay Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clay, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clay assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Clay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clay, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
100%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
100%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
100%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
83.3%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
66.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Clay assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Clay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clay, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
100%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Clay assisted 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 assisted living communities in Clay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clay, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
83.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
83.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Clay

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Clay protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Keepsake Village, The Hearth at Greenpoint and Brookdale Liverpool are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Clay, New York. See full list of communities.
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