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6 Residential Care Homes near Saranac Lake, NY

Last Updated: 2/21/25

Residential care homes in Saranac Lake may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Saranac Lake care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.

Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in Saranac Lake, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.


You may also consider nearby communities such as North Elba, Lake Placid or Trudeau.

Residential Care Home Facilities near Saranac Lake, NY

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Average starting price $2,200/month
Average starting price $5,562/month
Average starting price $5,621/month
Average starting price $5,562/month
Average starting price $4,116/month
Average starting price $4,167/month

Essex Center Rehab

PO Box 127, Elizabethtown, NY 12932

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Farrar Home

46 Constable St, Malone, NY 12953

Provides: Care Homes

Pat and Dave Solich's PC Home

Route 11 56, Seward, PA 15954

Provides: Care Homes

Victoria House

125 Court Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

Provides: Care Homes

Victoria House

125 Court Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

Provides: Care Homes

Ethan Allen Residence

1200 North Ave, Burlington, VT 05408

Provides: Care Homes

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Cost of care homes in Saranac Lake, NY

The average cost of senior living in Saranac Lake is 2,200 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Trudeau, NY with an average of 2,200 per month.

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What are care homes?

Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Medication management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Nutritious meals
  • Social activities and outings
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
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Saranac Lake, New York

Care Homes

Residential care homes arrange for an intimate care experience for seniors. They offer home-style living with 24-hour staff and personal support. Services provided can include food service, washing clothes , and transit. This type of facility is akin to a single-family home. The state of New York has a number of provisions related to this kind of facility. The New York Department of Health supervises this type of facility.

Cost of Living

Senior community price is influenced by the community in which it is located. The median home value in Saranac Lake costs around $162,623 and the median rent is about $1,112 per month a month. The rent burden for Saranac Lake is about 17.2% of the average monthly income.

Demographics and Values

Saranac Lake has a population density of 734 people per square mile. In Saranac Lake, 9.4% of the population are veterans of the United States armed forces. Out of the total population of Saranac Lake, 18.5% live in poverty, 60.4% participate in the labor force, 16.0% have some form of disability, and 6.4% do not have health insurance. Of the population of Saranac Lake 16.9% have a graduate degree, 34.6% have a college degree, and 22.5% have a high-school diploma. Based on gender, 49.4% are male and 50.6% are female. The median age of Saranac Lake is 44 years old. Demographically, Saranac Lake is 0.6% other or not specified, 0.2% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 94.3% white, 0.8% Hispanic, 0.7% Native American, 3.2% black, and 1.0% mixed race.

State Information

An overview of New York

In terms of personal well-being, New York ranks 13th in healthcare and 25th in quality of life compared to other states. There are 205 general hospitals and 496 health centers that provide care for 19,493,819 New York residents. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Hospital For Special Surgery, Albany Memorial Hospital, and And Northern Duchess Hospital. The natural beauty of New York is ranked 24th in the nation. Out of a national average of 100, New York has a cost of living index rating of 136, a grocery index rating of 115, and a housing index rating of 204.

Social demographics of the state

In New York, 30% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 39. In the most recent presidential election, 37% of New York residents voted Republican and 59% voted Democrat. In New York, 29% of the population attend some form of religious service and there are 14,110 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-10%, Mainline Protestant-11%, and Historically Black Protestant-5%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-7%, Muslim-2%, and Buddhist-<1%. In New York there are 72 masonic lodges. In terms of diversity, New York ranks 5th in the nation and is considered very LGBTQ friendly.

State-wide weather information

On average, the state receives 3.54 inches of precipitation a month. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of October at around 6.10 inches. On average, New York has an air quality index rating of around 34.2 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 44.5 AQI. The average humidity across the state is 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 77% in the month of December. The average temperature in the winter falls to around 25F. The average high winter temperature is around 25F in the month of December. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 2F in the month of January. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 68F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 86F during the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 48F during the month of June. While residents of New York mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in New York can include floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and and earthquakes (moderate).

Wildlife to be found in New York

The state of New York has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of northern blueflag, Canada anemone, bluets, and sneezeweed. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the American marten, the red fox, the Eurasian boar, or the Canada lynx. The state animal of New York is the beaver.

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Essex Center Rehab, Farrar Home and Pat and Dave Solich's PC Home are the top-rated care homes near Saranac Lake, New York. See full list of communities.

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