Best Assisted Living in Albany, New York
7 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 7 assisted living communities in Albany. Families rate them 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 238 public reviews.
- 7communities
- 4.3average rating, 6 rated
- 238family reviews read
Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate
Albany, New York
4.8(32)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Loudonville Assisted Living Residence
Albany, New York
4.7(69)
Assisted Living
Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker
Albany, New York
4.3(16)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Promenade at University Place
Albany, New York
4.2(32)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
The Providence Senior Living
Albany, New York
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Massry Assisted Living Residence
Albany, New York
4(4)
Assisted Living
Daughters of Sarah Community for Seniors
Albany, New York
3.8(85)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated assisted living in Albany
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate
4.8 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
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Loudonville Assisted Living Residence
4.7 (69 reviews)· Assisted Living
Loudonville Assisted Living Residence holds a strong 4.7-star average across 69 Google reviews, suggesting many families have had a positive experience, though no specific review comments were provided to detail what…
- 3
Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker
4.3 (16 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
- 4
4.2 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
There isn't enough review detail available to describe what families specifically say about Promenade at University Place. The community holds a 4.2 out of 5 rating based on 32 Google reviews, but no review text or…
- 5
Daughters of Sarah Community for Seniors
3.8 (85 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
What families say about assisted living in Albany
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Albany communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 43%
- Memory care 29%
- Well staffed 14%
- Activities and social life 14%
- Communication with families 14%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 43%
- Cost and billing 43%
“I have a dear friend in the facility and the staff are always pleasant, the place is clean and most importantly my friend is happy there.”
Assisted Living in Albany: the figures
- •Most common amenities: private rooms (6), social activities (6), 24-hour staff (6), housekeeping (6), emergency call system (6), medication management (6).
Assisted Living near Albany
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slingerlands3.7 mi | 6 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.7 mi |
| Delmar5.1 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 5.1 mi |
| East Greenbush7.8 mi | 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 7.8 mi |
| Niskayuna7.8 mi | 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 7.8 mi |
| Troy7.9 mi | 15 | 3.7 / 5 | 7.9 mi |
| Schenectady9.3 mi | 11 | 4.1 / 5 | 9.3 mi |
| Amsterdam26 mi | 7 | 3.5 / 5 | 26 mi |
| Saratoga Springs27.7 mi | 9 | 4 / 5 | 27.7 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Albany, 238 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Albany ask about.
- Home Care in New York: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Albany: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Albany, New York?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 assisted living communities in Albany, New York, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Albany are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate (4.8★, 32 ratings), Loudonville Assisted Living Residence (4.7★, 69 ratings), Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker (4.3★, 16 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Albany?
Beyond assisted living, Albany has skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), independent living (4 communities), home health (2 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Albany?
Families rate Albany assisted living communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 238 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Albany assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 Albany communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 43%), memory care (mentioned for 29%), well staffed (mentioned for 14%). The most common concerns are communication with families (43%), cost and billing (43%).