The Knolls, located in Valhalla, New York, is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) that provides a spectrum of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care through its affiliation with Bethel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. This facility offers residents a secure community environment with access to an array of services and amenities, such as dining venues, wellness programs, diverse social engagement opportunities, and transportation. Accommodations are designed to be both comfortable and accessible, while the well-kept grounds provide a welcoming outdoor setting. Residents benefit from priority access to on-site higher levels of care, ensuring that support is available as their needs evolve. The Knolls is part of Bethel Communities, having transitioned from its former association with Kendal, and continues to enhance its resident-centered wellness and enrichment initiatives.
The Knolls specializes in providing nursing home care, with a dedicated focus on medical support and daily living assistance tailored to individual resident needs. Medication coordination is available, with qualified nursing staff overseeing medication administration, monitoring, and timely delivery to promote safety and adherence to healthcare provider instructions. Staff members also offer full assistance with bathing, eating, and dressing, ensuring residents receive hands-on support while maintaining dignity. For toileting, residents can receive some physical assistance, accommodating those with partial mobility or dexterity impairments. According to resident and family feedback, care at The Knolls is marked by attentiveness and a personalized approach, allowing individuals to retain independence where possible while feeling supported. The staff's patience and compassion are frequently mentioned in reviews, along with the facility’s clean environment and active programming. While overall satisfaction with medical support is high, some reviews suggest room for improvement in communication by the nursing leadership and note the food quality as average. Nonetheless, The Knolls remains recognized as a dependable choice for comprehensive nursing care within a broader continuum of senior living services.
Costs at this community start at $1,375 and range up to $14,357. The average price in the community is $7,866, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,238. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
