Overview of Avila Retirement Community

Avila Retirement Community offers an unmatched level of care to ensure comfort and worry-free living. The elegant home ensures that residents don’t have to worry about living alone by encouraging them to engage with others and enrich their knowledge and social life. Management and staff encourage seniors to pursue a new interest or maintain an old hobby while balancing it with an elevated lifestyle.

Avila residential activities include enriching activities, healthy and nutritious dining, social gatherings at spacious common areas, quiet time in lounge areas, breathtaking views, maintaining an active lifestyle through fitness classes, and many more that await in the premier retirement home.

(518) 452-4250
Walk Score
Walk Score: 8 / 100 Rank #1097 / 1173Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1097th out of 1173 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Lawsuit overview for Avila Retirement Community

Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.

Source: State court e-filing records

Total Cases Info Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure. 1
Active Cases Info Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture. 0
Closed Info Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes. 1
Since Info Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure. 2024
Most Recent Info Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility. 2024

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 6.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albany's city center to Avila Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.56 miles to nearest hospital (Lab and Blood Draw)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in New York

Avila Retirement Community is located in Albany, New York.
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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled
General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion
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Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+
General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $15,000 individual
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Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+
General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household
Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
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Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+
General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household
Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
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Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits
Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)
General NYC resident, able to share living space.
Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.
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Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits
Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

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Frequently Asked Questions about Avila Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Avila Retirement Community in?

Avila Retirement Community is in the City of Albany neighborhood of Albany.

Is Avila Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Avila Retirement Community has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of Avila Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Avila Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Avila Retirement Community?

(518) 452-4250 will put you in contact with the team at Avila Retirement Community.

Is Avila Retirement Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Avila Retirement Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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