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The cost of independent living in East Galway is about $3,495 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 74 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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Photo of Holiday Glenville
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Overall it has been excellent. The place is clean. Very friendly staff they say hello to me each time I visit. I've chatted at length with [name removed] and [name removed]- manager and assistant. Meals...
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.
Holiday at the Atrium provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping...
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Very peaceful, great value for the money, if you only have SS income takes only half to enable you to easily afford life care and necessities.
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.
Schaffer Heights is a senior housing community located among the quiet hills of Schenectady, Schenectady County, New York. Our residents enjoy nature trails that give access to the natural beauty that surrounds our community, and the entire city. Schenectady has all of the accommodations visiting...
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It is top notch and a great value for the cost. I would absolutely recommend it to others. I would say it's perfect for someone who needs some supervision (they manage all medications) and care but not a...
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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77 Floor plans available
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For the Summit Senior Living in Saratoga Springs, NY: 5 for all categories! The main office staff is a very friendly and committed staff organizing many social events, communicate well, respond quickly. ...
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.
The Summit at Saratoga is a 55 and older maintenance free senior housing community located near historic Saratoga Springs in the Town of Wilton. Our community is conveniently located off highway I-87 and Route 50 in Wilton and minutes to downtown Saratoga Springs. The area offers history, culture...
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My sister recently became a resident at Home of the Good Shepherd, because of some unexpected glitches during her release from the hospital. The people at Home of the Good Shepherd made an enormous effort...
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.
At the Home of the Good Shepherd we offer our residents superior professional care in a warm and inviting assisted living environment. Our size allows us to treat each person as an individual, meeting their own particular needs and encouraging them to remain active and involved with their lives....
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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.
At the Home of the Good Shepherd we offer our residents superior professional care in a warm and inviting assisted living environment. Our size allows us to treat each person as an individual, meeting their own particular needs and encouraging them to remain active and involved with their lives....
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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.
ENJOY LIFE … with less responsibility in Saratoga County! Carlton Hollow Apartments, a 55+ active adult community, combines upscale apartment living with amenities and programs that offer fun, wellness, and fitness year-round. At Carlton, our community offers plenty of opportunities for wellness...
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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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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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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: 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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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
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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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 independent living in East Galway, NY

The average cost of senior living in East Galway is $3,495 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Johnstown, NY with an average of $2,680 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Galway, NY vs. nearby cities

East Galway, NY
$3,495/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Galway, NY vs. the state and national average

East Galway, NY
$3,495/mo
U.S. national average
$4,000/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Galway vs. other types of senior living

$4,936/mo
Independent Living
$3,495/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in East Galway, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,400/mo
Studio
$3,215/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,071/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,632/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in East Galway over time

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What families are saying about independent living in East Galway

Recent reviews for independent living in East Galway

The Landing at Queensbury

3.8
Everyone is friendly and respectful. It's been a pleasure up to this point. I don't see any problem with the food but my parents are used to their own home cooking. They don't complain about it anymore.

Brookdale Niskayuna

5.0
My mom was previously a resident at Brookdale Niskayuna and everything was great for her there. She was very comfortable and she loved it. She was very happy at Brookdale. I would recommend this facility to others.

Schaffer Heights in Schenectady, NY

4.8
I like it here its clean, peaceful, staff is attentive and friendly. I love my apt, it's spacious and bright. I also enjoy the fact that some stores are within walking distance, Stewarts, Burger King, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Denys is right across the street there are 2 churches within ...
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East Galway independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Galway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Galway, 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 East Galway 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 East Galway 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
25%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.3%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in East Galway 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 East Galway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
41.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Galway 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 East Galway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.4%
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Ingersoll Place, Holiday Glenville and Schaffer Heights are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Galway, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 16 independent living facilities near East Galway, New York. See the full list.

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