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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Chatham, NY

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The cost of independent living in Chatham is about $3,623 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 73 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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It's a great caring place. The staff is excellent and strives learn each persons habits. I feared going into this residence, but after one week I feel like I'm home.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
We now require that all new admissions MUST be vaccinated against COVID19.Louis F Payn Foundation provides seniors with an independent living community in Chatham, NY. Chatham is a part of Columbia County and it provides its residents with a great place to live. Those who spend time in Chatham...
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Definitely recommend as well as advise ppl of your organization as well. My best friend relocated to there and the family is very pleased. Your staff have been most cordial and helpful
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Eddy Hawthorne Ridge Senior living campus offers residents a full Continuum of Care, all on one beautiful campus in East Greenbush, NY. This means peace of mind that comes with maintaining the life you love with access to the care and services of Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.
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I'd like to qualify my opinions/experience rated earlier by saying this is based on the memory care unit, I can't speak about the assisted living side, nonetheless , I feel they are valid, maybe more...
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 award-winning Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place provides traditional Assisted Living and Memory Care. Located on a scenic hillside in Pittsfield, the Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place features bright and spacious common areas, beautiful landscaping and breathtaking views. It’s a...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Chatham, NY

The average cost of senior living in Chatham is $3,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scotia, NY with an average of $3,468 per month.

Independent living costs in Chatham, NY, vs. nearby cities

Chatham, NY
$3,623/mo
$3,602/mo

Independent living costs in Chatham, NY, vs. state and national averages

Chatham, NY
$3,623/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Chatham, NY, vs. other senior living options

$5,177/mo
Independent Living
$3,623/mo

Independent living costs in Chatham, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,895/mo
Studio
$5,302/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,870/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,495/mo

Senior living costs in Chatham 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: Chatham, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChatham, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,623/mo$4,686/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,649/mo$5,823/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$5,177/mo$5,912/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Chatham, NY:$3,623/mo
New York:$4,686/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Chatham, NY:$4,649/mo
New York:$5,823/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Chatham, NY:$5,177/mo
New York:$5,912/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Chatham, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Chatham 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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Independent living cost trends in Chatham, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Chatham 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Chatham, NY$1,771/mo$1,562/mo+13.4%
New York$3,128/mo$3,442/mo-9.1%
National$2,778/mo$2,806/mo-1.0%
Chatham, NY
2024 average cost:$1,771/mo
2023 average cost:$1,562/mo
Percent change:+13.4%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,128/mo
2023 average cost:$3,442/mo
Percent change:-9.1%
National
2024 average cost:$2,778/mo
2023 average cost:$2,806/mo
Percent change:-1.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Chatham

Recent reviews for independent living in Chatham

Beechwood at Eddy Memorial in Troy, NY

4.8
I have been a Resident of Beechwood for over six years, but at this time of pandemic and destructive weather events I especially appreciate the "peace of mind" it allows me. Not having to worry about handling details of a healthy and safe environment is a blessing.

Promenade at University Place in Albany, NY

4.5
It's been great! The staff are wonderful. Everyone is helpful and compassionate. They were the only facility in the area that offers an ALP for if my Aunt's finances are such that she needs to such to Medicaid. Big plus and draw with that feature.

Peregrine Crossgate in Albany, NY

4.7
If you need something you can always find it. It is very clean, someone is always cleaning and they clean my apartment once a week. All staff members are so wonderful and very friendly to me. They have a lot of activities provided and a lot residents seem to enjoy them. I do not like the food, I ...
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Chatham independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chatham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chatham, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chatham independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chatham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Chatham independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chatham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chatham independent 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 independent living communities in Chatham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Louis F Payn Foundation, Eddy Hawthorne Ridge and Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chatham, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Chatham, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Chatham, New York is Eddy Hawthorne Ridge. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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