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?

02/19/2026

Thank you for the live music this afternoon John & Deb Puma, everyone had a great time dancing and singing along

What a fantastic afternoon spent enjoying live music with friends! The melodies filled the room as residents sang along ...
02/19/2026

What a fantastic afternoon spent enjoying live music with friends! The melodies filled the room as residents sang along to familiar favorites, clapped to the rhythm, and shared laughter. Moments like these remind us how powerful music can be in bringing joy and connection to our community.

Thank you John & Deb Puma for coming in this afternoon 🎤🎶🎵🎤🎶🎵🎤🎶🎵

The love is in the air here this afternoon at the Maples with some beautiful Valentines music with Karl LaGray Happy Val...
02/13/2026

The love is in the air here this afternoon at the Maples with some beautiful Valentines music with Karl LaGray

Happy Valentine’s Day to you and all those love birds out there

❤️🩷❤️🩷❤️🩷❤️🩷❤️🩷❤️🩷❤️🩷❤️

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Rochelle Kandt! Rochelle is our dedicated Business Office Manager at The Maples and has been part of ...
02/13/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Rochelle Kandt!

Rochelle is our dedicated Business Office Manager at The Maples and has been part of our team for two years. She loves working with people, helping others, and learning something new each day. Her favorite part of the job is the meaningful interactions she shares with our residents.

Fun fact: Rochelle is an only child! Outside of work, she enjoys going to the theater, watching musicals, and special date nights with her daughter. 💙

AGING TOGETHER AS A COUPLE: WHEN ONE PERSON SLOWS DOWN FIRSTby Julie ChetneyJulie Chetney has more than 30 years of expe...
02/11/2026

AGING TOGETHER AS A COUPLE: WHEN ONE PERSON SLOWS DOWN FIRST
by Julie Chetney

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.

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

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💙 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

Love was in the air during our Valentine’s Day painting activity! Residents gathered together to create festive artwork ...
02/11/2026

Love was in the air during our Valentine’s Day painting activity!
Residents gathered together to create festive artwork inspired by hearts and all things Valentine’s. The activity sparked creativity, social connection, and lots of laughter. Everyone left with a beautiful painting and even more beautiful memories. We love seeing our residents shine through art and fellowship

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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.

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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