At Walden Place, the costs for living arrangements are notably competitive compared to both Tompkins County and the broader state of New York. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,100 per month, which is significantly lower than the county average of $5,527 and also favorable when contrasted with the state average of $4,532. Similarly, the one-bedroom option at Walden Place is priced at $6,000 per month; while this is higher than the county's average of $5,738, it remains above states' average of $4,307. Overall, Walden Place offers a compelling value proposition for prospective residents seeking quality accommodations in an appealing environment.
Floor plans
Walden Place
Tompkins County
New York
Studio
$4,100
$5,527
$4,532
1 Bedroom
$6,000
$5,738
$4,307
Overall Review of Walden Place
common24 reviews mention this
Staff are caring and responsive
Residents describe staff as kind, caring, and attentive to day-to-day needs.
Across reviews, families and residents say the staff is consistently kind and easy to work with. Multiple comments mention staff responsiveness when questions come up, support with personal needs, and keeping residents engaged. Communication shows up often too—some reviewers describe strong family updates, while another notes medication-communication issues on the assisted living side.
common16 reviews mention this
Meals are praised as healthy
Residents frequently mention the meals as good and healthy.
Food comes up repeatedly, with reviewers describing the meals as enjoyable and often healthy. Several people tie the dining experience to how well residents are doing day to day, including satisfaction with lunch and dinner and the quality of the kitchen support. Diet-related support appears both positively and as a gap in at least one review that calls out trouble accommodating specific dietary needs like purées.
common18 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Residents describe frequent activities that help people stay engaged.
Reviewers often say the community stays active, with programming that includes outings, group activities, exercise, and arts and crafts. In memory care, several comments specifically mention structured daily routines and activities like nail care, games, and movie nights. At least one reviewer also highlights communication around schedules and reminders for meals, while another mentions the facility’s activity spaces can feel limited.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Memory care support is mixed
Memory care reviews are split on dementia understanding and follow-through.
Some reviews recommend Walden Place for dementia, describing staff as welcoming and programming that helps residents stay busy. Others report serious concerns after a dementia decline, including falls and medication-assistance issues, along with criticism that management didn’t understand dementia care needs as the condition progressed. One reviewer also describes very responsive oversight in the memory care portion but notes communication slipping after moving to the assisted living side.
common4 reviews mention this
Transportation and errands are supported
Residents and families describe help with rides and errands.
Several reviews mention practical support like rides to appointments and trips out in the community. There are also comments about getting residents to shopping runs, such as Walmart, and having drivers who will go with residents for medical visits. This aligns with the community’s offering of transportation arrangements for non-medical needs and to doctors’ appointments.
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Features
Housing
86 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
General store
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Private cleaning services
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Spa
TV room
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Tompkins Cty (13 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
Kosher
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Bible study group
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Cooking club
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Gardening club
Live musical performances
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wii bowling
Yoga / chair yoga
Languages Spoken
English
Videos
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Cortland, New York, offers a convenient and accessible location for senior living. With multiple pharmacies in close proximity, ensuring easy access to medications and healthcare needs is simple. There are also a variety of restaurants and cafes nearby, providing plenty of dining options for residents. In terms of medical care, there are several physician offices and hospitals within a short distance, ensuring quality healthcare services are readily available. Additionally, the area boasts several parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, this neighborhood in Cortland offers a blend of essential amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient place to live.
Pharmacies
Walmart Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
Kinney Drugs (1.3 miles)
Top's Markets (2.3 miles)
Walgreens (2.4 miles)
Rite Aid (2.4 miles)
Medicine Shoppe (2.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
Restaurants
Applebee's (0.5 miles)
Moe's Southwest Grill (0.6 miles)
A&W Restaurant (0.7 miles)
Doug's Fish Fry (1.3 miles)
Mangia Stattizitto (1.4 miles)
KFC (2.2 miles)
Gators Tavern (2.4 miles)
Physicians
Asthma & Allergy Associates (0.8 miles)
Cortland Hearing Aids (1.3 miles)
Cortland Family Practice Health Center - Family Health Network of Central New York (2.7 miles)
Cortland Family Medical Center (2.7 miles)
Family Health Network of Cny (3.1 miles)
Cortland Oral Surgery Center (3.4 miles)
Cortland Orthopedics (3.4 miles)
Theaters
Plaza 6 Cinemas (1.6 miles)
Parks
Cortland Waterworks (2.5 miles)
Suggett Park (3.3 miles)
Dexter Park (3.7 miles)
Yaman Park (4.3 miles)
Homer Green (6.2 miles)
Durkee Memorial Park (6.2 miles)
Montgomery Park (6.4 miles)
Cafes
Coffee Mania (2.5 miles)
Bru 64 (3.1 miles)
Coffee Cookies & Creamers (3.1 miles)
Coffee Mania (3.5 miles)
Starbucks (3.8 miles)
Origins (5.7 miles)
Brewer’s Cafe and Taproom (11.4 miles)
Places of Worship
O'Heron Newman Catholic Chapel (2.7 miles)
Newman Hall Catholic Center (2.7 miles)
Church Bible Baptist (3 miles)
Bible Baptist Church (3 miles)
Christian & Missionary Alliance Church (3.1 miles)
At Walden Place, the costs for living arrangements are notably competitive compared to both Tompkins County and the broader state of New York. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,100 per month, which is significantly lower than the county average of $5,527 and also favorable when contrasted with the state average of $4,532. Similarly, the one-bedroom option at Walden Place is priced at $6,000 per month; while this is higher than the county's average of $5,738, it remains above states' average of $4,307. Overall, Walden Place offers a compelling value proposition for prospective residents seeking quality accommodations in an appealing environment.
The comprehensive features offered by Walden Place are specifically designed to enhance the quality of life for residents with varying degrees of dementia or Alzheimer's disease. With 24-hour supervision, residents receive ongoing safety and support, while assistance with daily activities such as bathing and dressing promotes dignity and personal comfort. The coordination with healthcare providers ensures that medical needs are met effectively, while incontinence care addresses sensitive issues with compassion. Meal preparation not only caters to nutritional needs but also fosters social interaction during meal times. Medication management is crucial for maintaining health stability, and engaging programming tailored to mental wellness helps stimulate cognitive function. Furthermore, physical therapy supports mobility and strength, while specialized memory care programming keeps residents actively engaged at their individual levels. Transportation arrangements facilitate access to medical appointments, ensuring continuity of care. Collectively, these services create a nurturing environment that promotes both physical well-being and emotional security for individuals facing cognitive challenges.
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The article highlights eight indicators that a loved one with dementia may require specialized memory care, emphasizing the emotional and logistical challenges families encounter in this decision. It discusses signs such as difficulties with daily tasks, safety concerns, and caregiver burnout, suggesting that memory care facilities can provide the necessary support and structured environments for those experiencing cognitive decline.
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86 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
General store
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Spa
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Tompkins Cty (13 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Bible study group
Book club
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Educational speakers / life long learning
Live musical performances
Planned day trips
Wii bowling
English
Extensive nearby amenities and healthcare access.
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