Saranac Village at Will Rogers

October 2024

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Craig Miller

I recently moved my mom here and I am incredibly happy with the decision. The place and area are beautiful, but the staff is what makes it such a great place. From the director on down to the staff working the floor have ALL been very accommodating and helpful. You can see that they really care for the residents. My mom is getting acclimated and I am able to relax a bit knowing she is in excellent hands.

July 2024

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Trish Friedlander

Will Rogers has a been wonderful place for my mother to recover from a knee injury. The people have been amazingly kind to her and there are so many activities for her to participate in daily. Her apartment was clean when she arrived and they even put in an air conditioner when she was hot. It is the perfect size with a kitchen, living room and bed room. Will Roger's is an active thriving fun community that even I feel apart of! Kudos to all the staff!

June 2024

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Pam Witherell

I would highly recommend this retirement community for a loved one. Its definitely worth considering. Being an independent living facility, it draws an active, interesting clientele. The building is a classy, old structure which has been tastefully renovated. They have a large working fireplace where folks gather each night before dinner, and throughout the day, for the warmth and ambience. Activity opportunities abound. You can watch a movie, join an exercise class, or a worship service, or work on a cross word puzzle, to name a few, and, they have an activities director who organizes interesting field trips throughout the Adirondacks. The staff are always helpful, the residents are friendly and cheerful, and whenever we see the manager, he always says, "let me know if I can help in any way." He's very gracious and will go out of his way to be of assistance.

June 2024

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Caesar Alarcon

Not a place I would stay long term. The staff is friendly and it is an old building. The rental very expensive. Food quality is ok for some people,but not me.

April 2024

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Sasha Schaffer

I have been working with Will Rogers since February to establish a new home for my mom and it has been the exceedingly smooth/easy to coordinate with the staff. She moves in this week and I can't wait to see her thrive in this community. Jen Sawyer, the director Jaime, Molly and Tom, the magic maintenance crew have been extremely understanding, beyond helpful and the entire place exudes warm, welcome vibes. Every time I enter the premises the residents are happy and welcoming too. You can tell everyone at Will Roger's takes their job seriously and goes the extra mile to help their residents and their family members feel welcome and stay happy. I am beyond grateful there is a safe and welcoming space for my mom so close by!

March 2024

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March 2024

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Lisa Crocker

My mother-in-law recently became a resident and she is thriving! Staying at Will Rogers is described as "independent living", but the services provided and the vibrant social life facilitated by the caring and professional staff give the residents a much greater sense of community than one might find in other environments.

March 2024

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Kelsey Goodman

At Saranac Village at Will Rogers, the staff creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. They genuinely care about the residents and are always ready to lend a helping hand. Whether it's fulfilling requests or providing assistance, they go the extra mile. It's refreshing to work with such dedicated and compassionate individuals. It's truly a remarkable place to be a part of!

March 2024

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Chantelle Kite

The first time I toured Saranac Village I asked, "when can I live here?" Although I have not reached the magic number yet (55), I did get to experience what it was like having a family member live there for 4.5 years when it was time to move my dad out of his own place in Naples, FL. The administration worked with us to get financial assistance set up so Dad could enjoy a studio apartment with large windows. He was so thrilled with the delicious food served every day, the regularly scheduled errands options and free transportation to appointments. All the staff were kind and encouraging to him, stopping to chat with him when he rested on the facilities-provided rolling walker he used to get to meals in the dining room. As he became less mobile, he was so pleased to get his favorite lunch, "two soups and a salad" delivered to his apartment. He highly valued the weekly laundry and housekeeping amenitites, saying, "I'm looking forward to getting my clothes and apartment cleaned tomorrow!" He stayed at Saranac Village all through covid and was so thankful for the tremendous care and dedication of the administration and staff to negotiate such a health crisis with unprecedented success, not having a single resident contract covid during the first year and then arranging to have public health nurses come to Saranac Village to offer vaccinations to residents and employees as soon as they became available. As Dad got older and did not leave the building as much anymore, he was still able to enjoy music and entertainment that was performed weekly on the original vaudville stage in the dining room. He was particularly grateful to attend his grandson's high school holiday music concert there, where he did not have to brave whipping winds and icy sidewalks to get to it. When Dad fell in his apartment late one night, without having his medi-alert button on him, it was thanks to the conscientious staff member who asked in the morning, "Why haven't we heard from Landon yet today?" that he was found so quickly and the rescue was called. All through his stay in the hospital and nearby nursing home, he asked every day when could he go home to Saranac Village, missing their good food and friendly staff. Every time I spoke with him, he said, "I am so appreciative that you brought me here to live at Saranac Village. I didn't know how good it could be!" Thanks so much to all the staff at Saranac Village for taking care of my dad--as he would say, "You made an old man happy!" for the last few years of his life.

February 2024

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Adam Cavoli

May 2023

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Mikayla Ploof

Jamie and the staff at Saranac Village bent over backwards to accommodate my grandmother's needs. She certainly wasn't used to having EVERYTHING done for her, meals, housekeeping, laundry. She was so comfortable in her apartment and loved socializing with the other residents. I cannot recommend Saranac Village enough. Many thanks to all the staff, especially Jamie, Molly, Linda and Barbara. You are all so caring!

April 2023

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Jim Kuhfahl

My mother spent 4 wonderful years here. A super staff and Executive Director made this a very loving and compassionate home. My mother's only regret was not moving there sooner.

April 2023

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Johnny Diamond

Old folks home

August 2022

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Renee Clark

Will Rogers is such a warm and inviting place. The people there are the friendliest and welcoming group. I would highly recommend checking it out.

August 2022

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Jamie Whidden

I have worked as the Executive Director at Saranac Village at Will Rogers for over 22 years. It has been an absolute honor to serve the residents who live here and to be part of a highly dedicated team of caring staff members. I believe that our services no only add more years to the residents lives, but also more life to their years! There are many benefits from our services such as three daily meals, weekly laundry and housekeeping, an emergency response system monitored by 24-hour on-site staff, and scheduled transportation to outings, shopping and medical appointments. Our on-site activity and entertainment programs provide many opportunities for exercise, socialization, education, artistic instruction and companionship. All that we offer sets the stage for enriching and encouraging connections with others. After working here many years, I had the opportunity to see our community from a different perspective when my Father-in-law moved in to live here. He had been living in Florida and isolation had started to be a true challenge for him. Since moving here, he has made new friends and is able to see his grand children frequently. He enjoys the food and activities such as our group cross words game and I feel comfortable knowing he lives in an apartment where he has someone right in the building, 24-hours a day in case he ever has an emergency. In penning a review from the perspective of the leader of this business and also a family member of a resident, I can give my highest recommendation that our community is a wonderful place to write one of the later chapters in your book of life. Our retirement community is located in a grand Tudor-style building that originally served as a hospital for actors and entertainers when it was constructed in 1929. We continue this grand tradition today by setting a "stage" where residents enjoy fellowship, friendship and fun. I highly recommend Saranac Village at Will Rogers. We hope to see you here!

June 2022

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Chrysa Z

My husband and I lived there for a bit while we were staying in Saranac Lake. It was an amazing place to be! Everyone there is so very friendly, helpful and cheerful. We loved our time at Saranac Village and would recommend it to anyone. Such a beautiful place to live and close to grocery stores, gas stations and restaurants. They also have daily activities on site to keep you entertained any time of day.

January 2022

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Vlad P

Nice new paint in the building I saw!

December 2021

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Gina pollock

November 2021

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Tim Moody

I only do plumbing and heating work for independent building owners at Will Rogers. I know many people that reside there and they are extremely happy with the accommodations at the retirement center.

July 2020

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Sage Kite

My grandfather lives at Will Rogers and since he has moved up here he is much happier, he also gets a lot more social time it is a real step-up dromedary he was living before.

April 2020

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Hugh Langelier

I live at Saranac Village at Will Rogers. For those who know me, that fact will serve well as a solid excellent recomendatipn. I am very particular about where and how I live. I have moved twenty-three times and have learned much about choosing a home If you are age fifty or older, want to be free of cooking. serving, cleaning, clearing snow, laundry, and wish to come and go as you please, be sure you check out this beautiful spot in the Adirondacks. Visitations, field trips, hikes with transportation provided and many indoor activities are available. The outstanding, helpful and friendly staff, and the excellent leadership confirm why I have enjoyed living here for the past ten years.Hugh Langelier

February 2020

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January 2020

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Jg Debiasio

My mom was here for 5 years and now my aunt is here. Lovely place because the staff is so caring. Jamie and Hannah are a huge asset to the management and service. I look forward to being old enough to live here too. Love the architecture.

January 2020

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Richard Brenner

After 9 years I still look forward to coming here to be with my friends! The residents are amazing, they are what makes this place special! Will Rogers is a great benefit for the Village of Saranac Lake.

August 2019

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Ken Symonds

June 2019

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Marianne Mccreadie

I cant say enough about the wonderful place I call work. Before I started working for Saranac Village at Will Rogers, I had no idea of awesomeness and the beauty of this establishment. There are so many positives for both employees and residents alike that I could go on and on for quite some time. Everyone will make you feel more than welcome, they will make you feel (dare I sound a little cliche) like family. They dont just say they care, they back it up with their actions. Attention to detail is definitely second to none! I appreciate all of the care that goes in to everything they do there in order to make life so much better for those that live or work there. Thank you so much for all you do!

May 2019

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Dave Leavitt

I have had two family members benefit from the fantastic care and services provided by Saranac Village at Will Rogers in Saranac Lake. The first, my Aunt, was a resident from April 2004, until August 2018.Recognizing that Will Rogers is an independent living environment for seniors was why we originally investigated Will Rogers for our loved one. My Aunts stay at Will Rogers was a phenomenal experience for her and my family. She immediately developed a true bond with the staff and administration to the point that she requested the director of Will Rogers serve as a pall bearer at her funeral.Over the years, my Aunt developed increased care needs. The Will Rogers administration worked with us to identify qualified care givers we could hire. When the time came that she could no longer stay at Will Rogers, due to the level of care she required Will Rogers administration helped us identify a reasonable priced assisted living arrangement.Based on our experience with our Aunt, the choice was very simple when in 2015, it came time for my mother to move to a senior living arrangement. Mom, soon to be 99 years young, loves it there. The level and number of available activities are tremendous. I credit her participation in these activities with extending her golden years and giving her a new lease on life. Of special benefit to Mom are her exercise, pinochle, and knitting sessions. Though a lifelong teetotaler she even enjoys occasional participation in the happy hour gathering where she catches up with old friends and meets new friends.Every member of the staff and administration we have dealt with has been caring and helpful. The longevity of both is a testimony to the environment. I handle(d) both my aunts and my mothers finances. From a fiscal point I am happy that not only is the cost of living at Will Rogers very reasonable but is less than the monthly cost I was spending for Mom to live in her own home.My Aunt and now my Mother have benefited from Saranac Village at Will Rogers, allowing them to continue their independent living in their lifelong communities.

April 2019

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Kathy Steinbrueck

Saranac Village at Will Rogers is a wonderful Independent Living Retirement Community. After living in the area for 35 years my Mom needed to down size but she didnt want to leave the area. We were able to find an apartment for her at Saranac Village at Will Rogers. The staff there are friendly and genuinely care about each resident! You immediately feel like family. It is a very caring, nurturing, social and fun place to live. Mom is always busy and has made many friends there. We would recommend it for anyone who is looking for a safe independent living environment but doesnt need medical assistance!

March 2019

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Goat Lover

The Adirondack region is so lucky to have an independent, senior living facility like Saranac Village at Will Rogers in Saranac Lake! The staff are all so friendly and helpful, and they treat the residents and guests like family. From fall until spring, the fireplaces in the Great Room are favorite spots to gather to enjoy the warmth and the comaraderie of friends and family. Evening programs offer music, lectures, plays, and more and bring community members to visit as well. Staff are present 24-hours a day, and are always within reach if a resident needs them. Three meals are provided daily, laundry and housekeeping weekly, maintenance requests always completed on demand, and transportation and activities daily. Pets are allowed, and short-term stays too. What could be better? Give them a chance to show you how wonderful life can be!

February 2019

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Hannah Marlow

If this community wasnt amazing, I wouldnt have worked here for the past 16 years. The staff, residents and guests that come are dedicated to this historical building, the community of Saranac Lake and belief that seniors can age with independence by making their own choices, support each other through kindness and caring and give and receive respect in this community which they have made their home. It would be important to visit our community and see why our community isnt just a building, it is a home.

July 2018

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Seth Donald Dudley

Amazing place and you will not find nicer people in the entire country....I dare you to try! From the top on down every person you meet has a smile on their face and a true and authentic desire to provide you with a helping hand and embody the term hospitality in everything they do!

February 2018

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Addem Up

I have been lucky enough to see Will Rogers both as a relative of a resident and as an employee.My grandmother was admitted years back; I was too young to remember much, but I recall coming to pick her up every Sunday for church. The flexibility allowed by the staff in when and where she could go really emphasized the living portion of assisted living.As she and I grew older, I noticed more and more how the staff would support her without controlling her life. She could talk with her friends at the common room, head upstairs when she needed, choose meals that fit her dietary plan, and participate in the activities offered by the staff.My grandmother passed away this year What my mother and I both cherished is that, after a long and depressing hospital stay, she was able to return to the place she loved, if only for a little while.I spent just under a year working in the kitchen at Will Rogers, and while I left by choice, I can safely say it is an excellent place to work. My manager had experience working directly in the kitchen, and as such knew both her job and my own. She was kind and considerate, able to empathise with workers while still making the decisions necessary to keep the kitchen running efficiently.One of the best parts of my job was getting to know the residents. While there were always one or two people worth griping about, the majority of the residents were greatly appreciative of my work and very pleasant to be around. While waiting for the proper time to complete new tasks, Id often chat with the people there, and quite enjoyed doing so. Any problems the residents had were brought up politely, and I was always more than happy to exchange a meal or supply additional requirements.Overall, Will Rogers is both an excellent place to live and a great employer. For people looking to get the help they need while living as independently as they desire, it is my first reccommendation. And for those looking for a job where the customers are pleasant and the bosses are doubly so, this is an excellent place to work.

November 2017

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Tammy Russell

May 2017

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Mick Saffrett

January 2015

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Gail Symonds Chauvin

February 2014

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Maggie Harder

January 2014

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Ken Symonds

December 2013

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Gira Williams

October 2013

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