Best Assisted Living in Troy, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Troy, NY using NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NY
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Info below is compiled from the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in violations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Terrace at The Eddy Memorial
AL
RC
Troy
69
Facility 69
NY AVG 105
Rank #302 / 459
CYes
91
Facility 91
NY AVG 54
Rank #35 / 329
The James A. Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center, Inc8
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 54.5%
Rank #246 / 452
29
Facility 29
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #372 / 452
3.6
Facility 3.6
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #406 / 452
The Eliot at Troy, LLC
AL
Troy
155
Facility 155
NY AVG 105
Rank #101 / 459
B-No-The Eliot At Troy, LLC44
32%
Facility 32%
NY AVG 54.5%
Rank #136 / 452
64
Facility 64
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #430 / 452
1.5
Facility 1.5
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #268 / 452
The Pines at Heartwood
AL
NH
Troy
86
Facility 86
NY AVG 105
Rank #239 / 459
DNo-Troy Crossings, LLC43
53%
Facility 53%
NY AVG 54.5%
Rank #302 / 452
133
Facility 133
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #450 / 452
3.1
Facility 3.1
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #386 / 452

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NY assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Troy. See how we rank facilities

Overview of The Terrace at the Eddy Memorial

The Terrace at the Eddy Memorial offers assisted living and respite care in Troy, NY. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to live in an apartment. Respite care offers a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away or temporary support.

The community has 69 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio provides a single living space, while one- and two-bedroom apartments can suit someone who needs separate sleeping or living areas or a couple moving together. The starting price is listed as $4,700 to $6,400, although the available facts do not identify which amount applies to assisted living or respite care. The James A. Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center operates the community.

Restaurant-style meals are prepared by a professional chef with dietary needs in mind, including low or no-sodium and vegetarian meals. Residents can take part in brain fitness exercises, day trips, educational speakers, and live entertainment, while an on-site salon provides access to beauty services without leaving the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. With a Walk Score of 91, the area is a walker’s paradise, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Starting Price $4,700 - $6,400/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of The Eliot at Troy

The Eliot at Troy is a 155 bed assisted living community in Troy, New York, owned by The Eliot Senior Living. Its larger capacity means more residents, more staff and more programming, while residents can receive help with dressing, bathing, medication and other daily tasks in a residential setting.

Private rooms give one resident a space of their own, while semi private rooms may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The library and parlor offer places to read or spend time with others, and the wellness center makes it possible to exercise on site.

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Overview of The Pines at Heartwood

The Pines at Heartwood provides assisted living and nursing home care in Troy, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while nursing home care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Both care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 86 beds and is Medicaid approved, giving eligible residents a potential Medicaid payment pathway. Troy Crossings operates The Pines at Heartwood. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a pet with them. Scenic walking paths provide space for outdoor walks, while fitness programs and creative pursuits offer structured ways to exercise and engage in hobbies. A private dining room can accommodate special occasions, and guests are welcome at meals.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Troy at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 91/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Troy, NY. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Troy, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Troy, NY

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New York?

Assisted living in New York supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York?

Assisted living in New York is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New York Medicaid cover assisted living?

New York Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New York) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 3 assisted living facilities in Troy, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Troy, NY?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Troy, NY, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Troy, NY?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.