Promenade at University Place
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Albany, NY

Promenade at University Place

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Albany, NY
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Promenade at University Place accepts Medicaid and Medicare.

Overview of Promenade at University Place

Promenade at University Place boasts an elegant and welcoming atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. The retirement home specializes in independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The cozy, homey place creates an environment of compassion and love for each senior; they can feel the beauty and timelessness of the climate– inspiring seniors to live purposefully. 

Promenade at University Place aims to enhance its seniors’ lifestyle with premium amenities and unmatched services. They had thought of every big and little detail of the community: five-star dining experience, housekeeping services, cozy apartments, stimulating activities, specialized programs, and engaging gatherings.

(518) 514-9500

Types of Care at Promenade at University Place

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
200-bed community Rank #172 / 752Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 172nd out of 752 homes in New York. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #623 / 1167Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 623rd out of 1167 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York SNFs. 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Home
CountyAlbany

Ownership & Operating Entity

Promenade at University Place is legally operated by Promenade Albany LLC.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Three Gourmet Meals Daily
Social And Recreational Activities
Regular Outings
Game Rooms
Fitness Classes
Well-Stocked Library
Laundry And Housekeeping
On-Site Visits By Medical Professionals
Safe And Comfortable Environment
Specific ProgramsSenior Day Program

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree gourmet meals daily shared in a beautiful dining room.

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Inspection History

In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data 2 enforcement actions 67 violations 57 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical New York score; higher is better.

F · Well below the New York average for assisted living residences.

New York assisted living residences benchmark: C+ 77/100

Inspection score: 54 out of 100. Letter grade F. Well below the New York average for assisted living residences.

Enforcement Actions Info Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2024
2 enforcement actions

This facility has 2 enforcement actions. 77% of New York assisted living residences have zero, and the statewide average is 0.6.

  • March 17, 2025 #ACF-25-021
  • March 6, 2025 #ACF-25-007

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average 6 Worse Metrics worse than New York average:
• Total violations (415% above)
• Violations per year (415% above)
• Total inspections (533% above)
• Inspections with violations (420% above)
• Violations per inspection (500% above)
• Complaint visits (767% above)
2 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Violations per inspection (14% below)
• Inspection violation rate (10% below)
Latest Inspection June 16, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 579 This facility has 533% more total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (57 vs. NY avg 9).↑ 533% worse
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 265 This facility has 420% more inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (26 vs. NY avg 5).↑ 420% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 46%51% This facility has 5 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (46% vs. NY avg 51%).↓ 5% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations recorded per inspection. 1.20.2 This facility has 500% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.2 vs. NY avg 0.2).↑ 500% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 526 This facility has 767% more complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (52 vs. NY avg 6).↑ 767% worse

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 6713 This facility has 415% more total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (67 vs. NY avg 13).↑ 415% worse
Violations per year Info Average violations per year since 2024. 33.56.5 This facility has 415% more violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (33.5 vs. NY avg 6.5).↑ 415% worse
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 1.21.4 This facility has 14% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.2 vs. NY avg 1.4).↓ 14% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on June 16, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to resident services, including medication management and case management, as well as admission and retention standards and consumer protections. Prior reports also noted issues with environmental standards, personnel, and food service, but no fines or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations during this period were mostly unsubstantiated or found no violations. The inspection history suggests improvement over time, with recent inspections showing no deficiencies after earlier citations.

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Lawsuit overview for Promenade at University Place

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 1 Disposed
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. 2022
Most Recent Info Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility. 2022

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: 3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Promenade at University Place

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Address 4.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Albany's city center to Promenade at University Place's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1 miles to nearest hospital (St. Peter's Laboratory)

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in New York

Promenade at University Place 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
NY

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
NY

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.
NY

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.
NY

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.
NY

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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AL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Promenade at University Place

What neighborhood is Promenade at University Place in?

Promenade at University Place is in the Western Avenue neighborhood of Albany.

Who is the owner of Promenade at University Place?

The legal owner and operator of Promenade at University Place is Promenade Albany LLC.

Is Promenade at University Place in a walkable area?

Promenade at University Place has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Promenade at University Place have?

Promenade at University Place has 200 beds.

Are there photos of Promenade at University Place?

Yes — there are 21 photos of Promenade at University Place in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Promenade at University Place?

(518) 514-9500 will put you in contact with the team at Promenade at University Place.

What county is Promenade at University Place located in?

Promenade at University Place is in Albany County.

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