Rensselaer County Services for Seniors

The program enables family members to maintain their quality of life while caring for their loved one at home. The program offers respite and support services throughout the 14 counties of the Diocese. 

The program protects the health, safety, welfare, human, and civil rights of people living in nursing homes, adult care facilities, and family type homes in 10 counties - Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady, Schoharie, Fulton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Warren, Washington, and Hamilton. Trained, state-certified volunteers and staff Ombudsman visit nursing homes, adult care facilities, and family type homes to advocate for improved care and quality of life for residents by investigating complaints or concerns expressed and working cooperatively with facilities to resolve issues on residents' behalf.

DePaul Housing Manages housing and retirement communities for seniors and individuals who have mobility impairments. DePaul Housing communities offer market rate one- and two-bedroom apartments and cottages, and subsidized one-bedroom and studio apartments. All applicants for subsidized communities must be income qualified; senior applicants must meet age eligibility requirements. Eligibility is determined based on an application and an eligibility interview. DePaul Housing is committed to providing equal housing opportunities.

Branson Manor Senior Apartments
3 Grandview Drive, Rensselaer, New York 12144
Phone: 518-283-8280  
Fax: 518-283-8292

Franciscan Heights Senior Community
1 St. Anthony Lane, Rensselaer, New York 12144
Phone: 518-432-3555
Fax: 518-432-3553

St. Jude Apartments
50 Dana Avenue, Wynantskill, New York 12198
Phone: 518-283-5690
Fax: 518-283-5893