The Maples Living

The Maples Living The Maples Assisted Living is a family owned and operated adult living center in Fulton, NY. Are you or a family member interested?

This is what good living looks like.
01/31/2026

This is what good living looks like.

🙏 Thank you for the positive feedback Cheryl! We work hard, here at the Maples, to do our best for the residents and hel...
01/28/2026

🙏 Thank you for the positive feedback Cheryl! We work hard, here at the Maples, to do our best for the residents and help them feel comfortable, safe, and independent.

💙 Are you or a loved one interested in living at The Maples?

Text or Call Tina Today
1 ( 914 ) 338 - 4461 (admissions)

Call Today for a Tour!
1 ( 315 ) 887 - 5664
453 Park Street, Fulton, NY 13069
www.TheMaplesAssistedLiving.com

Kindness is felt here.
01/25/2026

Kindness is felt here.

We are pleased to celebrate Tricia, our Activities Director, on National Activity Directors Day, in recognition of her e...
01/23/2026

We are pleased to celebrate Tricia, our Activities Director, on National Activity Directors Day, in recognition of her exceptional dedication to enhancing the lives of our residents. Her tireless efforts to create engaging activities have brought immense joy to our community. We extend our gratitude for her outstanding contributions to The Maples.

UNDERSTANDING SENIOR HOUSING, ASSISTED LIVING, AND LONG-TERM CARE IN NEW YORK STATE Navigating senior housing and care o...
01/22/2026

UNDERSTANDING SENIOR HOUSING, ASSISTED LIVING, AND LONG-TERM CARE IN NEW YORK STATE

Navigating senior housing and care options in New York can feel overwhelming for families suddenly faced with deciding where an older loved one should live and how their care will be paid for. Today, older adults have far more choices than the traditional assumption of eventually entering a “nursing home.” New York offers a continuum of settings tailored to different levels of independence, support, and medical need. These options fall into four major categories:

1. Independent Senior Housing
2. Adult Care Facilities and Assisted Living Residences
3. The Assisted Living Program (ALP)
4. Skilled Nursing Facilities (Long-Term Care/Nursing Homes)

Independent senior housing—often called 55+ or senior apartments—is designed for adults who can live on their own but value accessibility, amenities, and community. These communities do not provide hands-on care. Payment is typically private, though some apartments are income-restricted or subsidized. Medicare and Medicaid do not cover rent in this setting.

When individuals begin to need daily support, they may move to an Adult Care Facility or Assisted Living Residence. These settings offer meals, activities, supervision, and personal care such as bathing, dressing, and medication assistance. New York licenses assisted living closely, with varying levels of certification based on the care a residence can provide. Most residents pay privately unless they qualify for limited assistance, and traditional Medicaid does not fully pay for standard assisted living, which often surprises families.

The Assisted Living Program (ALP) is a unique New York model that blends assisted living with home-care services for individuals who meet nursing home criteria but do not require 24-hour skilled care. In ALP, Medicaid may cover care services, while residents use income or Supplemental Security Income for room and board. ALP availability is limited, and not all assisted living communities offer it.

At the highest level of care are Skilled Nursing Facilities, or nursing homes. These provide 24-hour nursing oversight, medical management, and rehabilitation services for individuals whose medical or cognitive needs can no longer be supported in the community. Medicare may cover short-term rehabilitation after a hospital stay, but it does not pay for long-term custodial care. Many residents start as private pay and then transition to Medicaid after spending down assets.

Understanding the differences among these settings helps families plan before a crisis occurs. Health needs, safety, personal preference, and financial resources all influence the right choice. Because eligibility requirements and payment rules differ by county and can change over time, contacting local resources—such as NY Connects, Offices for the Aging, elder law attorneys, or healthcare professionals—can be an important first step.

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Julie Chetney has more than 30 years of experience in senior housing and adult care, with a strong background in assisted living operations and dementia services. She currently serves as the Vice President of Admissions and Marketing for Elemental Management Group, which oversees multiple senior living communities and local programs across the region, including The Maples, The Gardens, and Morningstar Residential Care Community.

Contact:
Name Julie Chetney
Organization Elemental Management Group
Phone 315-592-8622
Email jchetney@elementalmgt.com

Connection is part of the care.
01/20/2026

Connection is part of the care.

Sometimes the biggest gift is not having to worry anymore.
01/16/2026

Sometimes the biggest gift is not having to worry anymore.

The entire staff and residents would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to Judy Craigmile for her exceptionally ge...
01/15/2026

The entire staff and residents would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to Judy Craigmile for her exceptionally generous donation of a multi-game table featuring pool, air hockey, and table tennis, which the residents are thoroughly enjoying.

Getting over the hump of this week with some morning range of motion with a few of our ladies.Happy Wednesday
01/14/2026

Getting over the hump of this week with some morning range of motion with a few of our ladies.
Happy Wednesday

Your Next Meeting Starts Here!We believe community happens when people come together.Our doors are open to local organiz...
01/13/2026

Your Next Meeting Starts Here!

We believe community happens when people come together.

Our doors are open to local organizations, clubs, and civic groups who are looking for a professional, welcoming place to meet. From service clubs and nonprofits to community committees and educational groups, we’d love to be a gathering place for the people who make our community strong.

Interested in hosting your next meeting here? Message us to learn more. Or call us at 315-887-5664!

Just having a blast on a Friday at one of our Happy Hours we have here every month as well as many more entrainments and...
01/09/2026

Just having a blast on a Friday at one of our Happy Hours we have here every month as well as many more entrainments and fun activities.

Thank you David Domicolo for putting so many smiles on all these beautiful faces
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Thank you Charlie Noel with AmeriCU Credit Union for taking the time to come reminisce with our residents and bringing i...
01/08/2026

Thank you Charlie Noel with AmeriCU Credit Union for taking the time to come reminisce with our residents and bringing in coffee & donuts

Address

453 Park Street
Fulton, NY
13069

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4am
Tuesday 8am - 4am
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+13158875664

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