About Us

The Samuel F. Vilas Home is family-owned and operated with over 130 years of history. In 2019, owners Eli and Emily Schwartzberg bought the facility from its not-for-profit board and are working to preserve its history while evolving the Home’s offerings.

The Samuel F. Vilas Home is a family-owned and operated assisted living and senior care facility with over 130 years of history. Located in the heart of Plattsburgh next to the Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), families in the Noth Country have trusted the Vilas Home to care for their loved ones for generations.

In 2019, owners Eli and Emily Schwartzberg bought the facility from its not-for-profit board and are working to preserve its long history while evolving the Home’s offerings. Today, we are proud to continue the Vilas family’s legacy and play a pivotal role in the Plattsburgh community as a Licensed Enhanced and Assisted Living.

The Schwartzberg’s manage the day-to-day operations and ensure that every resident gets seamless personalized care. We offer a variety of supportive services and amenities that enable each resident to feel at home and our employees are highly qualified and ensure every individual is treated like family.

Eli and Emily had plans to expand and modernize the historic Vilas Home to include Enhanced and Assisted Living with a secure Memory Care Unit. Please stay tuned for updates on the exciting future of our memory care services the Vilas Home will soon have to offer. If you are interested in joining our family or know someone who would, please contact us. We would be happy to set up a tour of our facility at your convenience.

Contact

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Family Run Businesses

Although the Vilas Home has been around for over 130 years, Eli and Emily Schwartzberg recently purchased it so that it will remain locally owned and operated. Eli and Emily are from the Adirondacks and reside in Lake Placid where they are raising their two young children.

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FAQ

What is assisted living? - Aren't there different types of assisted living? - What type of assisted living facility is the Vilas Home? - All your questions answered here.

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Visitation

We know how important it is for friends and family to see loved ones. We also know how important it is to maintain the highest level of safety for our residents and staff.

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Employment

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others? Do you have a heart for providing exceptional care to seniors? If so, we invite you to consider joining our dedicated staff.

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