Balmoral Assisted Living in Lake Placid offers two levels of long-term care: Assisted Living for residents who require help with daily activities and Memory Care for those living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Short-term and respite stays are available, which is useful for families who need temporary coverage or for individuals recovering from illness or surgery. The community can also support residents who manage diabetes, and on-site or on-call physicians coordinate medical oversight. A licensed speech therapist is available for residents who need help with communication or swallowing issues.
The building is a secured community, which is important for residents who may wander or who benefit from a controlled environment. A licensed nurse is on site, and staff members administer medication through an electronic medication administration record to reduce dosing errors. Additional clinical resources include occupational, physical, and speech therapists, podiatry, optometry, ambulatory care support, incontinence programs, and hospice services when needed. Care Innovations QuietCare technology provides passive monitoring to alert staff to potential changes in health status.
Private and companion suites are offered, and not every room has the same set of features. Some units include wheelchair-accessible showers, while others may have standard bathrooms. Most accommodations are pet-friendly, subject to community approval, and several open onto landscaped outdoor areas such as the Midwest Village courtyard or the Nicholas Conservatory & Anderson Gardens section of the grounds. Each living space is designed to allow the use of personal furniture and decorations so that residents can set up a familiar, comfortable environment.
Residents can eat on their own schedule thanks to an all-day dining program. Meals are prepared to meet individual dietary requirements, including carbohydrate-controlled menus for residents with diabetes and texture modifications for those with swallowing difficulties. Staff members are available to assist with ordering, meal setup, and feeding if needed, and visiting family members may purchase meals to dine alongside their loved ones.
Social and cognitive stimulation is offered through structured clubs and small-group communities, Montessori-based activities, reminiscence sessions, and sensory programs designed for residents with memory impairment. A library and computer lounge provides access to reading material, internet connectivity, and space for lifelong learning or casual browsing.
