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Assisted living costs in Port Kent average about $6,650 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 18 communities in Port Kent. Our detailed directory has 172 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 The Residence at Shelburne Bay
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For the short time I have been living at The Residence at Shelburne Bay, I have had nice experiences. The staff and residents are all friendly and helpful. There are many things to do, both physically and...
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.
The Residence at Shelburne Bay is an independent, assisted and memory care living community nestled in the friendly southwestern Vermont town of Shelburne, VT. Situated just a short distance from the breathtaking vistas of Lake Champlain, The Residence at Shelburne Bay is located within easy...
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9.5
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I took a tour of Harbor Villages in South Burlington with Executive Director; she was and has been wonderful. I have also met with a lot of staff there and they are not only kind and compassionate but...
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.
Harbor Village offers comfortable, spacious apartments available on a month-to-month lease, offering Residential Care so that you can enjoy your retirement years.Staff available 24 hours for emergencies, with emergency call systems in all apartments, minimum one meal every day served in our...
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9.4
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My father lives in the memory care unit at Quarry Hill. He receives excellent care by staff who clearly love him. We have great communication & family support from Quarry Hill. He is engaged in activities,...
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.
The Residence at Quarry Hill is a premier Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community nestled on a wooded parcel in South Burlington, VT. When you join our family, you'll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the comfort of...
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8.9
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Mom didn't spend but one week there since she fell ill and passed away but the staff and everyone was very helpful and kind to her. The family appreciated all that they did to make her feel welcome.
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.
The Champlain Valley Senior Community offers a skilled nursing enhanced assisted living & memory care community. We are also family owned and operated which helps ensure high staffing ratios and personalized care.The Champlain Valley Senior Community's enhanced license enables our staff to...
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8.5
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The staff they are wonderful Mom looks forward to going to the dining room every day and loves all the activities that are provided. My mom couldn't be any happier.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
Are you looking for a safe and inviting nursing home alternative for Mom and Dad in Plattsburgh, NY? Call the Samuel F. Vilas Home, a family owned and operated licensed senior community with over 130 years of experience, rated as one of the top assisted living communities in Clinton County....
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8.5
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1-5 rate as 5; 6 never ate the food but it looked good. 7 they offer a lot of activities but my father doesn't participate in doing much. 8 good. They also had me come to meet with all the staff to give me...
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.
The Arbors at Shelburne is a beautiful residential care community exclusively dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and related memory impairments. Our goal is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling. Licensed by the...
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I would give a 5 for every category. The Gazebo North community is an excellent facility with well trained and caring staff1. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would in a heartbeat recommend...
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.
Gazebo North is a Level 3 Residential Care Facility, licensed and registered by the Vermont Department of Aging and Independent Living. When seniors need help with their daily activities, we offer safe and secure communities where nurses and aides are available to respond to personal needs. We...
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Everything has been going great so far. We really like this community. Mom likes that they provide transportation for her when she needs to go somewhere. Mom also likes the food and they offer a lot of...
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.
Gazebo Apartments offers private studio, one bedroom and two bedroom assisted care apartments. Pricing is flexible for couples of varying levels of need. Monthly cost includes nursing care, medication management, laundry, housekeeping, meals, transportation and a wide variety of activities. ...
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I am happy to say that I chose a nice place for my needs. After five years I would highly recommend Harbors Village to all my friends.
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.
Harborview offers comfortable, spacious apartments available on a month-to-month lease, offering supportive independent living, so that you can enjoy your retirement years.
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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
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.
Photo of Pine Harbour Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Converse Home
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.
Photo of Golden Ridge
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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The Terraces is an independent living senior community. There is no assisted living or memory care support however you can arrange to have home care visit. Every building has a stair chair and each...
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, 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.

Cost of assisted living in Port Kent, NY

The average cost of senior living in Port Kent is $6,650 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saranac Lake, NY with an average of $5,651 per month.

Assisted living costs in Port Kent, NY, vs. nearby cities

Port Kent, NY
$6,650/mo

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

Port Kent, NY
$6,650/mo
U.S. national average
$4,708/mo

Assisted living costs in Port Kent, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,650/mo
$6,650/mo

Assisted living costs in Port Kent, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,348/mo
Studio
$7,242/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,084/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,202/mo

Senior living costs in Port Kent 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: Port Kent, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typePort Kent, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$6,650/mo$5,814/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$6,650/mo$5,903/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$5,331/mo$4,685/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Port Kent, NY:$6,650/mo
New York:$5,814/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Port Kent, NY:$6,650/mo
New York:$5,903/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Port Kent, NY:$5,331/mo
New York:$4,685/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
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Assisted living costs in Port Kent, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Port Kent 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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Assisted living cost trends in Port Kent, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Port Kent 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
Port Kent, NY$3,800/mo$3,079/mo+23.4%
New York$5,470/mo$5,336/mo+2.5%
National$4,573/mo$4,524/mo+1.1%
Port Kent, NY
2024 average cost:$3,800/mo
2023 average cost:$3,079/mo
Percent change:+23.4%
New York
2024 average cost:$5,470/mo
2023 average cost:$5,336/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,573/mo
2023 average cost:$4,524/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Port Kent, 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 Port Kent.

What families are saying about assisted living in Port Kent

Recent reviews for assisted living in Port Kent

Samuel F. Vilas Home in Plattsburgh, NY

4.8
I will say we could not be happier with the care my mom is receiving. She feels at home in fact she call her room her home. She is happy and feels very safe. The activities she has attended have been good for her and my sisters and I love the fact the she goes to the dining room for her meals ...
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Maple Ridge in Essex, VT

5.0
Every single thing about Maple Ridge Memory Care is absolutely great! All of the staff have always been helpful and friendly. So kind to my sister, holding her hand, checking in on her if she was in her room. Her laundry was always done when I was there. Sheets on her bed were always clean. ...
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Harbor Village in South Burlington, VT

3.6
Still waiting on current things to get fixed. Overall, I love Harbor Village. Lunch should be heavy meal and dinner should be a light meal.

Port Kent review score based on 67 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 67 reviews of 16 Port Kent assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Port Kent 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

Port Kent review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Port Kent, NY16 facilities
8.8
8.8
Plattsburgh, NY32 facilities

Review subcategories for Port Kent 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 67 reviews of 16 Port Kent assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Port Kent 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.
Port Kent, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.7
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.5
4.1
Meals & dining
4.1
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.2
3.8
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Port Kent assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Port Kent assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Port Kent, 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 Port Kent 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 Port Kent 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
50%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Port Kent 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 Port Kent Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Port Kent, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Port Kent 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 Port Kent partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Port Kent, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Port Kent 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 Port Kent communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Port Kent, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Port Kent 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 Port Kent offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Port Kent, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Port Kent

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 Port Kent protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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The Residence at Shelburne Bay, Harbor Village Senior Living Communities and The Residence at Quarry Hill are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Port Kent, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 18 assisted living facilities near Port Kent, New York. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Port Kent, New York is Harbor Village Senior Living Communities. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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