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Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation And Nursing Center in East Greenbush, NY

Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation And Nursing Center is a nursing home community in East Greenbush, NY.

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Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation And Nursing Center in East Greenbush, NY

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  • Interior

    A welcoming hallway leading to an inviting space beyond.

  • Building

    A welcoming hotel entrance with classic architecture and well-maintained surroundings.

  • Architecture

    A modern two-story house with a large window design.

  • Dining

    A group of elderly individuals enjoying snacks and conversation in a cozy indoor setting.

  • Lighting

    A bright and inviting dining area with yellow walls and modern furnishings.

  • Seating Area

    A welcoming lobby area featuring comfortable seating, elegant decor, and a relaxing atmosphere.

  • Office

    Two women engaged in a discussion at an office reception area.

1070 Luther Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061

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4 from 201 reviews
5 stars
129
4 stars
28
3 stars
4
2 stars
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1 stars
37

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Overall Review of Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation And Nursing Center

common 34 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness

Many residents and families describe the staff as kind and attentive.

A large share of reviewers say staff treat residents with kindness and respect, and that they’re willing to help. Several people specifically mention getting attention promptly when assistance is needed, and keeping family updated on changes to condition or medications. A few reviewers mention breakdowns in follow-through, but even those often acknowledge that some nurses or aides do care.

common 26 reviews mention this

Facility cleanliness and upkeep

Reviewers frequently praise the facility as clean and well kept.

Multiple reviews describe the building and rooms as clean, bright, and organized, with little mention of odors in those accounts. Some reviewers also reference housekeeping keeping spaces fresh and linens maintained. There are also negative reviews that report unpleasant odors, dirty rooms, or missed cleaning, which suggests cleanliness can vary by situation and timeframe.

caveat 18 reviews mention this

Care calls and understaffing

Some reviewers say help can be delayed when call buttons are used.

A recurring concern is long waits for assistance, including delayed responses to call bells and difficulties getting help with basic needs. Several accounts connect these delays to understaffing or limited coverage, sometimes describing residents left waiting for extended periods. Other reviewers report the opposite—attention that feels prompt and proactive—so experiences appear mixed rather than uniform.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Food quality and meal timing

Food comes up often, with complaints about temperature and quality.

Reviews include both dissatisfaction and praise for meals. Some people say food is institutional, not good, or frequently served cold, and a few describe incorrect delivery or long waits after ordering. Others mention meals being good and even that a resident thought the food was okay. The contrast suggests meal experience depends heavily on timing and individual circumstances.

  • A group of elderly individuals enjoying snacks and conversation in a cozy indoor setting.
  • A bright and inviting dining area with yellow walls and modern furnishings.
  • Team members enjoying a meal during a meeting.
differentiator 14 reviews mention this

Therapy and rehabilitation progress

Rehabilitation therapy is a standout topic in many reviews.

Many reviewers describe physical therapy as helpful, with therapists working well and making progress for residents. Some mention improved mobility or encouraging care during rehab stays, while others highlight the overall rehab experience as better than expected. This aligns with the community’s skilled nursing facility focus and includes assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, and other daily supports used during rehabilitation.

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Features

Housing

  • 242 resident community capacity 242 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Albany Cty (10 miles away) Albany Cty (10 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Cracker Barrel (0.1 miles)
  • Lickety Split (1.8 miles)
  • Subway (1.9 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.9 miles)
  • Ipek's La Bella Pizzeria (2 miles)
  • Skyline Diner (2.5 miles)
  • Soho Asian Bistro (2.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Seton Health (0.5 miles)
  • St Peter's Rensselaer Health Center (2.6 miles)
  • The Eddy (2.9 miles)
  • Whitney M Young Jr Health Center (3.7 miles)
  • Stratton VA Medical Center (4.2 miles)
  • Albany Memorial Hospital (4.3 miles)
  • The Pain Management Center At Albany Memorial Hospital (4.3 miles)

Physicians

  • East Greenbush Urgent Care (0.5 miles)
  • Whalen, John Orthony (0.5 miles)
  • Albany Troy Neurosurgical Associates (0.5 miles)
  • Carney Reilly & Gelder (0.7 miles)
  • Cornerstone Dental Arts (2.6 miles)
  • Community Care Physicians Schodack Medical Office (3.2 miles)
  • Schenectady Dermatology (3.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Market 32 (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (2.1 miles)
  • College Parkside Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.8 miles)
  • Stacks Espresso Bar (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (2.5 miles)
  • CDTA Bus Stop (5.5 miles)

Parks

  • Jennings Landing (3.1 miles)
  • Washington Park (4.5 miles)
  • Schodack Town Park (5 miles)
  • Butler Park (6.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New Covenant Presbyterian Church (6.6 miles)
  • Hindu Temple Society (6.6 miles)

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