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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 374 assisted living communities in NY using NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NY
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Info below is compiled from the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in violations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Mary Agnes Manor
AL
MC
NH
Buffalo (Front Park)
230
Facility 230
NY AVG 121
Rank #11 / 309
DYes
86
Facility 86
NY AVG 54
Rank #65 / 330
Mary Agnes Manor, LLC37
62%
Facility 62%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #232 / 301
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #298 / 301
2.4
Facility 2.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #242 / 301
Fredonia Place of Williamsville
AL
MC
RESC
Williamsville
108
Facility 108
NY AVG 121
Rank #155 / 309
DNo
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 54
Rank #82 / 330
Sosf Ventures L.p21
57%
Facility 57%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #219 / 301
38
Facility 38
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #276 / 301
1.8
Facility 1.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #206 / 301
St Luke Residential Health Care Facility Inc
AL
ADC
HC
NH
PC
SNF
Oswego
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 121
Rank #138 / 422
C-No
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 54
Rank #76 / 450
St Luke Residential Health Care Facility Inc (Not For Profit)9100%283.1
St Johnland Nursing Center, Inc
AL
ADC
MC
NH
SNF
Kings Park
250
Facility 250
NY AVG 121
Rank #90 / 422
C-No
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 54
Rank #151 / 450
St Johnland Nursing Center, Inc (Not For Profit)1155%333.0
The Osborn
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Rye
103
Facility 103
NY AVG 121
Rank #167 / 309
CYes
31
Facility 31
NY AVG 54
Rank #245 / 330
The Osborn2
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 301
18
Facility 18
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #214 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #297 / 301
Fredonia Place of Williamsville
AL
MC
RESC
Williamsville
108
Facility 108
NY AVG 121
Rank #155 / 309
DNo
52
Facility 52
NY AVG 54
Rank #169 / 330
Sosf Ventures L.p21
71%
Facility 71%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #250 / 301
38
Facility 38
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #276 / 301
1.8
Facility 1.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #206 / 301
The Amberleigh
AL
IL
MC
Williamsville
76
Facility 76
NY AVG 121
Rank #226 / 309
D-Yes
50
Facility 50
NY AVG 54
Rank #176 / 330
Csl Amberleigh, Inc20
70%
Facility 70%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #248 / 301
60
Facility 60
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #292 / 301
3.0
Facility 3.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #255 / 301
Hilton East Assisted Living
AL
Hilton
205
Facility 205
NY AVG 121
Rank #17 / 309
D-No
65
Facility 65
NY AVG 54
Rank #131 / 330
Hilton East Assisted Living LLC36
47%
Facility 47%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #170 / 301
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #300 / 301
2.6
Facility 2.6
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #249 / 301
Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills
AL
RC
Forest Hills
20
Facility 20
NY AVG 121
Rank #306 / 309
D-No
56
Facility 56
NY AVG 54
Rank #157 / 330
Midway A.l., LLC8
63%
Facility 63%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #233 / 301
21
Facility 21
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #228 / 301
2.6
Facility 2.6
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #249 / 301
Woodside Hall, LLC
AL
ADC
RC
Cooperstown
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 121
Rank #294 / 309
DNo
70
Facility 70
NY AVG 54
Rank #114 / 330
Woodside Hall LLC12
75%
Facility 75%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #254 / 301
34
Facility 34
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #270 / 301
2.8
Facility 2.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #252 / 301

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NY assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 374 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Mary Agnes Manor

Mary Agnes Manor is an assisted living community in Buffalo, NY, that offers assistance with daily living activities and therapeutic services for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The community also features private and semi-private rooms in a nurturing and secure environment, ensuring older adults are well-cared for. 24-hour professional support, household services, and well-balanced meals are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. Through personalized care plans, the community ensures residents live to their potential in retirement.

Outings, parties, and exercises provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and stay active. With spacious living areas and lively communal spaces, residents can rest without worries. Residents also have convenient access to their necessities and unique experiences, as it is conveniently located in the beautiful D’Youville University. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in New York, this assisted living community continuously provides high-quality services.

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Overview of Fredonia Place of Williamsville

With 108 beds, Fredonia Place of Williamsville provides memory care, assisted living, and residential care in Williamsville, NY. The community provides specialized care for those living with memory-related conditions in a supervised environment to ease the risk of wandering. Licensed nurses and CNAs also oversee care.

Additionally, Enhanced Care Services, rehabilitation services, and respite care are available to accommodate higher levels of care, as well as temporary stays. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Its 81 out of 100 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of St Luke Residential Health Care Facility

St Luke Residential Health Care Facility offers nursing home, adult day care, assisted living, home care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Oswego, NY. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Adult day care and home care extend services to people who need support during the day or in their own homes, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management.

Programs include short-stay rehabilitation, IV antibiotic therapy, wound care and healing, adult day health care, home health services, enriched living, and community health and wellness. Short-stay rehabilitation provides a temporary setting for recovery, while IV antibiotic therapy and wound care support specific treatment needs without requiring families to arrange those services separately. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The home has 200 beds, creating a larger community with more staff and programming. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. St Luke Residential Health Care Facility opened in 1975. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare can apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover a long-term stay for an eligible resident, and private pay means paying directly for care. A Walk Score of 89 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby destinations independently.

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Overview of St Johnland Nursing Center

St Johnland Nursing Center provides nursing home, adult day care, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Kings Park, NY. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps residents with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while they maintain their own living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while adult day care provides care during the day rather than an overnight residence.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing movement between care settings without leaving the community. There are 250 beds. Residents live in a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. St Johnland Nursing Center opened in 1866.

Programs include subacute care, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, a head injury rehabilitation unit, and an Adult Day Health Care Program. Subacute care supports people who need continued medical oversight and rehabilitation after acute treatment, while the head injury unit provides a dedicated setting for recovery work after a head injury. Rehabilitation services give residents access to therapy as part of their care at the center. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs nursing care, assisted living support, memory care, daytime supervision, or rehabilitation, especially if those needs may change over time.

The area has a Walk Score of 81 out of 100, meaning most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with Medicare covering short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Total nurse staffing is 3h 57m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing staff time available across each resident’s day.

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Overview of The Osborn

The Osborn in Rye, New York, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, home care, and skilled nursing. Along with assistance with daily tasks, specialized care is also provided for those with memory-related conditions. The community also accommodates short-term stays to provide temporary support for families whose primary caregiver needs time to travel.

Additionally, rehabilitation services support therapy during recovery or ongoing care. With several care levels on one campus, the community ensures residents can stay even when their needs grow. Pets are also welcome, so residents can bring a small animal companion.

Of 103 beds, 68% are occupied. Residents also receive a total of 4 hours and 29 minutes of nursing care daily. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk.

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Overview of Fredonia Place of Williamsville

Fredonia Place of Williamsville provides assisted living, memory care, and Residential Care in Williamsville, NY. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks while they maintain their own living space, while memory care offers supervision for someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering. Residential Care gives residents who need it a staffed residential setting, and the range of care types may suit someone whose needs change over time.

Staff support is available 24 hours a day, including overnight. Respite care offers a short term stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering, while rehabilitation services and Enhanced Care Services are also available. With a Walk Score of 52, the area is somewhat walkable, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some nearby errands independently.

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The Amberleigh

2330 Maple Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221
Overview of The Amberleigh

Serving older adults in Williamsville, New York, The Amberleigh is a 76-resident assisted living community operated by CSL Amberleigh, Inc. The three-story residence offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments.

Residents can choose from a range of floor plans depending on their lifestyles and needs. The community is in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 50. Some nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most outings require driving. The location has a quieter and more residential atmosphere than busier commercial areas.

Recent inspections by the New York Department of Health show that the community has made improvements since earlier reviews. Reports from the past year show better compliance and continued attention to resident care and daily operations.

Families interested in The Amberleigh are encouraged to visit the community in person. A tour lets families see the apartment options, learn about meals and daily activities, and understand the care and support available. The community’s central location in Williamsville also makes it easier for family and friends to visit regularly.

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Overview of Hilton East Assisted Living

Hilton East Assisted Living provides assisted living in Hilton, New York. Residents can receive help with medication management, laundry, and food preparation, so these daily tasks can be handled within the community. With 205 beds, it is a larger assisted living setting, bringing more residents and staff than a smaller home and supporting a broader range of programming.

An on-site beauty and barber shop lets residents handle grooming without an off-site visit, while transportation to medical appointments provides a ride for those visits. The dining room serves three meals each day in a restaurant-style setting, giving residents a designated place for daily meals. A Walk Score of 65 means the area is somewhat walkable, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some errands on foot and get out independently. Hilton East Assisted Living may be a good fit for a resident who needs help with household tasks and medication management while using on-site grooming and transportation to medical appointments.

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Overview of Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills

Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills provides assisted living and respite care in Forest Hills, NY. In assisted living, residents keep their own apartment while receiving help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

There are 20 beds, creating a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs short term care while a usual caregiver is away or for someone who prefers a smaller setting.

Residents can visit the beauty and barber salon without leaving the community. Scheduled transportation covers shopping, local attractions, and events, while the restaurant style dining room serves kosher meals. Physical and occupational therapists are on staff, so residents who need rehabilitation can receive those services within the community.

Medicaid is accepted as a payment option for eligible residents. Sam Orzel serves as director, and Midway A.L. operates the community. The area has a Walk Score of 56 out of 100, placing it in the somewhat walkable band, where some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still complete some errands independently.

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Overview of Woodside Hall

Woodside Hall offers assisted living, adult day care, and respite care in Cooperstown, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in the community; Adult day care provides daytime support and activities; and respite care offers short stays when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With 37 beds, Woodside Hall has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. That scale suits someone who prefers a more intimate community. A Walk Score of 70 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Woodside Hall opened in 2009, and Heather Short serves as its director. Staff are available around the clock, and a doctor on staff provides physician availability within the community. Residents eat fresh, family-style meals prepared by an in-house cook and overseen by a Certified Nutritionist. State inspections have reviewed the community’s routine care and safety standards.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in New York State at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,685The average monthly cost across facilities in New York State. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New York State. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 121The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New York State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in New York State

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New York State?

Assisted living in New York State supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York State?

Assisted living in New York State is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New York State Medicaid cover assisted living?

New York State Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New York State) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 374 assisted living facilities in New York State. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in New York State?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New York State, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in New York State?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.