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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Flat Creek, NY

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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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
Waterside is an affordable, newly constructed apartment community for independent seniors aged 50+.  Located on the banks of the Mohawk River, Waterside is situated in a peaceful setting with a spectacular view of the river, surrounding nature areas and a golf course. ...
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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.
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: 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: 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: 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.
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: 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: 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.
Troy Adult Home is an assisted living community that benefits from being nestled among the natural beauty of Troy, NY. The forest of trees that surrounds our facility give off a cascade of color during the fall, and the wide open spaces on our grounds give residents plenty of places to enjoy the...
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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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My mom has been at Canterbury House for two years and enjoys it very much. As with any congregate living situation, family type "issues" arise. But the home is safe, clean, and caring. The staff welcomes...
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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.
CANTERBURY HOUSE '...a retirement home for independent seniors...'   Canterbury House is a not-for-profit corporation that maintains an affordable senior residence for persons, 55 and above, who need companionship and safety but are not ready for a nursing home. Residents may stay for long...
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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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: 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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I have lived here for 5 months. I am very happy the food is wonderful. I have not cooked a thing! Services are prompt and well done. There are plenty of activities. It is a friendly community. Grounds...
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.
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.
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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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 independent living in Flat Creek, NY

The average cost of senior living in Flat Creek is $3,305 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Johnstown, NY with an average of $2,661 per month.

Independent living costs in Flat Creek, NY, vs. nearby cities

Flat Creek, NY
$3,305/mo
$3,364/mo

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

Flat Creek, NY
$3,305/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Flat Creek, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,542/mo
Independent Living
$3,305/mo

Independent living costs in Flat Creek, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,439/mo
Studio
$4,703/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,569/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,151/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,900/mo

Senior living costs in Flat Creek 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: Flat Creek, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFlat Creek, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,305/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,540/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,542/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Flat Creek, NY:$3,305/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Flat Creek, NY:$4,540/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Flat Creek, NY:$4,542/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Flat Creek, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Flat Creek 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 Flat Creek, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Flat Creek 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
Flat Creek, NY$3,041/mo$2,993/mo+1.6%
New York$3,746/mo$3,653/mo+2.6%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Flat Creek, NY
2024 average cost:$3,041/mo
2023 average cost:$2,993/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,746/mo
2023 average cost:$3,653/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 independent living in Flat Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Flat Creek

Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY

5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.

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.

Flat Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Flat Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Flat Creek, 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 Flat Creek 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 Flat Creek 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
16.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Flat Creek 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 Flat Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
8.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Flat Creek 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 Flat Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.1%
47%
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