Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ithaca, NY
Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Ithaca, NY area.
18.4% of Ithaca residents are seniors, and there is a variety of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing facilities to meet their needs. If you're looking for senior living for yourself or a loved one, we know how difficult it can be to make this decision. The purpose of this guide is to help make that decision a bit easier by highlighting the assisted living communities in Ithaca that offer the best care and amenities.
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Mc Graw House
221 S Geneva St, Ithaca, NY 14850 (0.5 mi from city center)McGraw House is a senior living facility providing a secure environment that supports and encourages independence, provides privacy, allows individuality, welcomes diversity, fosters a sense of community, and enhances the quality of life for all who reside there.
Bridges Cornell Heights
407 Wycoff Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850 (1.3 mi from city center)Bridges Cornell Heights is a small assisted living and board and care home located in Ithaca, New York, offering a variety of care services and amenities.
Brookdale Ithaca MC
103A Bundy Road, Ithaca, NY 14850 (1.7 mi from city center)Brookdale Ithaca MC is a memory care community designed to provide secured and supportive living for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia.
Brookdale Ithaca AL
103C Bundy Road, Ithaca, NY 14850 (1.8 mi from city center)Brookdale Ithaca is an assisted living and memory care community that delivers care services for seniors in Ithaca, New York.
Longview, An Ithacare Community
1 Bella Vista Dr, Ithaca, NY 14850 (2 mi from city center)Longview is a senior living provider located in Ithaca, NY, offering a variety of care types including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care.
Home Instead - Ithaca, NY
840 Hanshaw Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850 (2.2 mi from city center)Home Instead provides in-home senior care services in Ithaca, NY, helping aging adults live well at home with personalized support.
Ellis Hollow Road Apartments
1028 Ellis Hollow Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850 (2.3 mi from city center)Ellis Hollow Apartments is a peaceful, senior community on the east side of Ithaca, New York, located in a quiet, suburban neighborhood.
Kendal At Ithaca
2230 N Triphammer Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850 (2.3 mi from city center)Kendal at Ithaca is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering independent living, enhanced assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term nursing care.
Comfort Keepers of Ithaca
2359 North Triphammer Road, Ithaca, NY 14850 (3 mi from city center)Comfort Keepers of Ithaca provides in-home care services tailored to the unique needs of seniors, focusing on enhancing independence, dignity, and quality of life.
Center Village Court Apts
200 W South St, Groton, NY 13073 (11.9 mi from city center)Center Village Court Apartments is an independent living senior apartment facility located in an inter-generational setting with the Residential Care Facility and the Groton Community Health Care Center.
Map of Assisted Living in Ithaca
Find the right senior living community by location- Mc Graw House
- Bridges Cornell Heights
- Brookdale Ithaca MC
- Brookdale Ithaca AL
- Longview, An Ithacare Community
- Home Instead - Ithaca, NY
- Ellis Hollow Road Apartments
- Kendal At Ithaca
- Comfort Keepers of Ithaca
- Center Village Court Apts
Senior Living Statistics for Ithaca, New York
Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type
In Ithaca, New York, the cost of senior living ranges from $4,484 per month for independent living to $7,100 per month for a studio in a nursing home. Prices vary depending on the type of housing and level of care provided. Assisted living and memory care offer a middle ground option at $5,722 and $5,140 per month, respectively.
| Housing Type | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $5,722 |
| Memory Care | $5,140 |
| Independent Living | $4,484 |
| Nursing Home: Private Room | $7,098 |
| Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room | $6,095 |
| Nursing Home: Studio | $7,100 |
Average Cost of Assisted Living in Ithaca
Assisted living facilities in Ithaca cost an average of 5722 per month, which is more expensive than the New York average of $5,545 per month and the nationwide average of $4,546 per month. On the other hand, Ithaca assisted living is considerably more expensive than nearby cities, such as Endicott with average cost $4,262 and Penn Yan with average cost $4,189.
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Ithaca | $5,722 |
| Endicott | $4,262 |
| Penn Yan | $4,189 |
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Ithaca compares to New York and the national average:
| Area | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Ithaca | $5,722 |
| New York | $5,545 |
| United States | $4,546 |
Senior Living Availability in Ithaca
Still deciding if an assisted living community in Ithaca is right for you? There are plenty of options in and around the city. Ithaca has 9 senior living facilities, the surrounding area has 10, and the state of New York has 782.
Ithaca
Surrounding Area
New York
Ithaca Senior Demographics
18.4% of Ithaca residents are seniors, which includes 6.1% in their 50s, 6.8% in their 60s, 3.5% in their 70s, and 2% in their 80s or older. The city boasts diversity with 65.1% White, 15.1% Asian, 6.6% Black, and 9.2% Hispanic residents. Concerning marital status, 22.3% are married, 5.1% are divorced, 71% have never married, and 1.7% are widowed. The population is made up of 51% male and 49% female residents.
Population
Ithaca has a population of 31,792.- 51% Male
- 49% Female
Marital Status
- 22.3% Married
- 5.1% Divorced
- 71% Never Married
- 1.7% Widowed
Age
Seniors make up about 18.4% of the population.- 6.1% in their 50s
- 6.8% in their 60s
- 3.5% in their 70s
- 2% in their 80s
Diversity
- 65.1% White
- 6.6% Black
- 15.1% Asian
- 0.3% Native
- 0.1% Pacific
- 4.6% Identifying as Other
- 8.2% Mixed Race
- 9.2% Hispanic
Senior Living Ratings Methodology
Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.
Available Care
We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.
Amenities
Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.
Location
Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.
Reviews
We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.
Cost
Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.