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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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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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. LSL (Luxury Senior Living):
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.
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.
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.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Bristol Village
AL
MC
RC
Clarence Center (Town Of Clarence)
142
Facility 142
NY AVG 121
Rank #104 / 309
No
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 54
Rank #322 / 330
Bristol Village, IncA+8
13%
Facility 13%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #52 / 301
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #58 / 301
0.3
Facility 0.3
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #57 / 301
-
Cherry Ridge
AL
ADC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Webster (Town Of Webster)
87
Facility 87
NY AVG 121
Rank #197 / 309
Yes
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 54
Rank #196 / 330
The Glen At Cherry Ridge, LLCA-10
30%
Facility 30%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #95 / 301
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #108 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #83 / 301
Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga
AL
MC
RC
Cheektowaga (Doyle)
112
Facility 112
NY AVG 121
Rank #145 / 309
Yes
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 54
Rank #275 / 330
Peregrine's Landing, L.l.cA-21
38%
Facility 38%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #130 / 301
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #185 / 301
0.6
Facility 0.6
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #100 / 301
-
Camillus Ridge Terrace
AL
MC
Camillus (Bennetts Corners)
56
Facility 56
NY AVG 121
Rank #262 / 309
No
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 54
Rank #326 / 330
Eastview Associates, LLCA17
6%
Facility 6%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #45 / 301
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #58 / 301
0.1
Facility 0.1
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #44 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meadowview at the Wartburg
AL
ADC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Mount Vernon
105
Facility 105
NY AVG 121
Rank #161 / 309
Yes
31
Facility 31
NY AVG 54
Rank #245 / 330
Wartburg Senior Housing, IncA5
20%
Facility 20%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #60 / 301
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #58 / 301
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #72 / 301
-
The Plaza at Clover Lake
AL
Carmel
184
Facility 184
NY AVG 121
Rank #63 / 309
No
53
Facility 53
NY AVG 54
Rank #167 / 330
Clover Lake Management, LLCA4
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #172 / 301
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #58 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #83 / 301
-
The Bristal Assisted Living at York Avenue
AL
New York (Manhattan)
132
Facility 132
NY AVG 121
Rank #117 / 309
Yes
97
Facility 97
NY AVG 54
Rank #13 / 330
York Avenue Senior Care LLCB+6
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #172 / 301
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #168 / 301
1.8
Facility 1.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #206 / 301
Private Rooms
The Bristal at York Avenue
AL
IL
LSL
MC
New York (Manhattan)
132
Facility 132
NY AVG 121
Rank #117 / 309
Yes
97
Facility 97
NY AVG 54
Rank #13 / 330
York Avenue Senior Care LLCB+6
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #172 / 301
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #168 / 301
1.8
Facility 1.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #206 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed
The Ambassador of Scarsdale
AL
MC
White Plains (Scarsdale)
144
Facility 144
NY AVG 121
Rank #100 / 309
Yes
35
Facility 35
NY AVG 54
Rank #228 / 330
Karp Scarsdale, LLCA-3
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #101 / 301
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #115 / 301
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #220 / 301
Private Rooms
Madison York Rego Park
AL
Flushing (Rego Park)
202
Facility 202
NY AVG 121
Rank #19 / 309
No
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 54
Rank #47 / 330
Madison York Rego Park, LLCA12
25%
Facility 25%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #74 / 301
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #185 / 301
1.1
Facility 1.1
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #143 / 301
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Overview of Amber Court of Westbury

Amber Court of Westbury occupies a moderately walkable stretch of Brush Hollow Road in Westbury, Nassau County, with a Walk Score of 52. That’s enough for some errands on foot, though a car still handles most of them. The 64-bed community, operated by Amber Court of Westbury II, LLC, carries both assisted living and memory care on its license.

The clinical picture is more developed than many similarly sized communities. A physician is on site five days a week, licensed nurses manage care coordination around the clock, and the service list spans rehabilitation, respite care, and medication supervision alongside the standard assisted living and memory care offerings. The Assisted Living Program designation under New York State licensing means the facility is equipped to support residents with medical needs that go beyond basic assisted living. For families looking at both near-term and longer-term care needs, that clinical depth matters.

The amenity list is also unusually full for 64 beds. Indoor and outdoor patio spaces, a fitness center, library lounge, cinema and game room, and multiple socializing areas give the building a residential feel that runs deeper than functional. Restaurant-style meals are served with specialized diet options available.

Activities include live entertainment, outings, gardening clubs, cooking classes, Pokeno, and religious services. So there’s a calendar with enough variety that it’s unlikely to feel repetitive week to week.

State inspections fall under the New York Department of Health’s Office of Aging and Long Term Care, with regulatory attention focused on care planning and documentation and dietary and food service.

For families in the Westbury and Nassau County area, Amber Court of Westbury combines memory care capacity, on-site physician access, and a genuinely detailed amenity program in a community small enough to keep staffing ratios tight.

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Bristol Village

8455 Clarence Center Rd, Clarence Center, NY 14032
Overview of Bristol Village

Bristol Village offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Clarence Center, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks and medication management while the resident keeps a private living space, memory care provides supervision for someone living with dementia, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs temporary relief.

That combination can suit someone whose support needs may grow over time. It may also work for a family seeking short term care while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Bristol Village has 142 beds and opened in 2003. Residents can choose a studio or a one bedroom accommodation: a studio is one private space, while a one bedroom unit has a separate bedroom. A spa and salon are available on site, so residents can receive personal care services without leaving the community.

Transportation is available for travel beyond the building. Bristol Village also has a wellness program with organized wellness activities for residents.

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Cherry Ridge

900 Cherry Ridge Blvd, Webster, NY 14580
Overview of Cherry Ridge

St. Ann’s Community at Cherry Ridge is a retirement community in Webster, NY, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Promoting a lively and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults find a new home in their later years. Exceptional services, including 24-hour security, housekeeping, and nutritious meals, are also provided to help residents maintain their independence. Through a continuum of care, the community is committed to helping residents age gracefully in their later years,

Fitness programs, church services, and various activities ensure residents can stay active and maintain holistic wellness. With outdoor gardens, a walking path, and a hair salon, residents have more spaces for interactions and relaxation. Located near Webster Public Library, NY-104 Service Road, shops, and a variety of dining options in Webster, the community guarantees residents have quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in New York, this retirement community continuously provides top-notch services for older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga

Live your life to the fullest with Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga, a renowned senior living community set in the harmonious residential area of Cayuga Creek, Road, Cheektowaga, NY, that offers assisted living and memory care. Adhering to its exclusive The Peregrine Way, the community uses an innovative approach to ensure seniors are well-cared for. Enjoy every moment of your golden years with a compassionate and highly skilled team striving to provide the best possible care based on seniors’ needs and aspirations.

Mingle with friends and create lasting moments through exciting activities and engaging programs catering to interests and hobbies. Indulge in delicious and healthy meals for dietary satisfaction. Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga is a good place for seniors aiming to maximize their freedom with its beautiful campus filled with lush nature and a serene environment.

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Overview of Camillus Ridge Terrace

Camillus Ridge Terrace is an inviting assisted living community that seamlessly blends serene surroundings with an enriching environment designed for senior living. Situated in the heart of Onondaga County, this community exudes classic American charm while providing the essential support that assisted living homes offer, making it an optimal choice for those seeking long-term assisted living.

The home is dedicated to fostering well-being, exemplified by the presence of a full-time licensed wellness director and an on-site RN—a testament to the comprehensive support provided. The modern private suites, complete with full bathrooms, showers, and kitchens, further enhance the living experience. This community stands as a beacon among assisted living facilities, combining comfort and convenience to create an appealing haven for senior residents in the heart of New York.

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Overview of The Plaza at Clover Lake

The Plaza at Clover Lake offers a robust list of over two dozen amenities for its residents, including lake-view gardens, a fitness room, a media-equipped theater, a library with computer access, and a dedicated arts and crafts center. Located at 838 Fair Street in Carmel, Putnam County, this 175-bed assisted living community is operated by Clover Lake Management, LLC. The area holds a Walk Score of 53, meaning while you can handle some quick errands on foot, most travel will require a vehicle.

Residents benefit from comprehensive 24-hour staffing and on-site nursing services. The care model is broad, incorporating physical rehabilitation, medication management, and nutritional oversight. Shared facilities are designed for engagement, featuring outdoor gardens that overlook the water, an arts and crafts center, .a gym, and a cinema space for entertainment. Beyond these facilities, your residency includes nutritious, restaurant-style meals, as well as organized transportation for medical appointments, shopping trips, and banking needs.

This community supports older adults in Carmel and Putnam County who require assisted living services alongside nursing care and rehab access. The lake-side environment and wide range of amenities create a comfortable, residential atmosphere where daily life is prioritized alongside clinical needs. By integrating meals and transit into the service structure, the facility offers a balanced living experience that addresses both personal comfort and health requirements.

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Overview of Meadowview at the Wartburg

Meadowview at the Wartburg offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, adult day care, hospice and palliative care, and respite care in Mount Vernon, New York. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing services include residential nursing care with licensed nursing on site around the clock.

Adult day care provides care during the day. Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and support during serious illness or end of life care. Rehabilitation services can support a resident working to regain function after illness or injury. With care options ranging from independent living through assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs may change over time.

The community has 105 beds and is operated by Wartburg Senior Housing. Named programs include Affordable Senior Living, Hospice and palliative care, Wellness and Wellbeing, Creative Aging & Lifelong Learning, Intergenerational Learning, and Advanced Life Planning, with programming centered on wellness, learning, relationships across generations, and future planning. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them.

A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for routine errands.

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Overview of Sunrise at East 56th

A Walk Score of 100 is rare. Sunrise at East 56th has one, and it changes what daily life actually looks like for residents at this 182-bed community on East 56th Street in Manhattan’s Midtown East. Nothing here requires a car. Errands, shops, the general texture of city life, it’s all within reach on foot. GWC-East 56th Street Inc. operates the building, a high-rise licensed as an Enriched Housing Program.

Two care types live under one roof: assisted living and memory care. Residences come in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, and pets are welcome, which isn’t nothing for a resident who doesn’t want to give up a companion animal along with their previous home.

Inside, the emphasis leans toward light and view: apartments built around natural light and city views, plus communal spaces where residents actually gather rather than just pass through. Care itself is personalized rather than one-size-fits-all, spanning both assisted living and memory care needs. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programming round out daily structure, and activities lean specifically into cultural engagement, a deliberate choice for a community trying to keep residents tied to Manhattan rather than cut off from it.

One practical note: this is a private-pay situation. No CMS certification, no Medicare, no Medicaid. Families need to plan financing accordingly before anything else.

What Sunrise at East 56th ultimately offers is dense, walkable, culturally connected senior living in the middle of Manhattan, built for residents who want assisted living or memory care support without sacrificing the city around them.

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Atria Huntington

165 Beverly Rd, Huntington Station, NY 11746
Overview of Atria Huntington

Atria Huntington, located in Huntington Station, NY, offers independent and supportive senior living options on a serene 14-acre campus. The community offers a peaceful setting close to stores and parks, surrounded by trees and exquisitely groomed gardens with walking trails. Atria Huntington is committed to providing top-notch care and offers a variety of programs that encourage residents to maintain their active lifestyles.

The community strives to promote its residents’ well-being by offering cutting-edge features and services encouraging an active lifestyle. The dining room and café serve chef-prepared meals, the courtyard gazebo and outdoor grilling area are great places for residents to socialize, and the library and living room fireplace are great places to unwind. Additional amenities include 24-hour staff, concierge services, on-site physical and occupational therapy, volunteer activities, and more to ensure that all comforts and needs are satisfied.

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Overview of The Bristal Assisted Living at York Avenue

The Bristal Assisted Living located in New York, NY, is a five-star rated senior living community offering a rich array of services ranging from  independent living, assisted living, and memory care. This senior living community’s memory care program boasts of their secure memory care community, specially designed for residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Their Reflections program also reinforces the residents’ sense of place and purpose, providing support to the memory related challenges they face.

Other things included in their memory care program are round the clock staff availability for supervision and assistance, private living spaces, and specialized activity programs that promote cognitive stimulation.  Furthermore, chef prepared meals, housekeeping and regular entertainment are also provided, to ensure maximum comfort during the residents’ stay.

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Weighting overview

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