Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker, found in Albany, NY, helps older adults with assisted living and memory care needs. The community sits in a two-story building that's easy to get to by bus, with parking for residents and transportation services as well. Residents as young as 55 can bring their pets, and the place is accessible for wheelchairs and those with mobility needs. Apartments come in layouts like studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms, and memory care apartments include features such as walk-in showers with safety supports, kitchenettes, and all utilities except phone and cable TV. The building has been renovated and now includes an updated wellness center, a remodeled restaurant, a new movie theater, modern cafe, expanded physical therapy suite, a refreshed salon, sports rooms, music rooms, and a pool table.
Staff at this place follow The Peregrine Way® approach, which means they focus on supporting the mind, body, and spirit and try to encourage residents to make their own choices. Trained staff are around to help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, medication management, cooking, chores, and moving around, while also helping keep up independence. People needing memory care get a safe, enclosed space and care for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other types of dementia. Programs for memory care work on building long-term memories through music therapy, pet therapy, and special activities. Immediate help is available through emergency call systems, and there's on-site therapy for cognitive challenges too.
For spiritual needs, there are devotional services on site and off site, and family members can join events, support groups, or use the children's play areas. There's respite care if a person only needs a short stay, and even hospice support for end-of-life care. Meals are served in a bright dining room with menus from different cultures. Housekeeping keeps things clean, and residents have Wi-Fi access. Regular activities take place inside and off the property, with things like shuffleboard, movie nights, bird aviaries, gardening, and outings to help people stay connected and active. Outdoor courtyards and gardens give space for relaxing and socializing in nice weather.
Reviews say the staff pay attention to each resident and keep the spaces clean. Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker has won awards for best meals, best activities, and friendly staff, and is inspected for safety and standards. Tours are available if you want to look around, see the dining options, and check out daily life in the community. The atmosphere is meant to feel like home, and pets, family, and friends are welcome at different times. The community try to give people a comfortable, joyful life while offering the care they need as their health changes.
