Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Rochester, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 17 assisted living communities in Rochester, 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. 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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Legacy at Cranberry Landing
AL
Rochester
78C+No-Rochester Operating Company, LLC1560%211.4-
The Hawthorne
AL
W Rochester
42CNo-St. John's Meadows771%152.1-
The Village at Unity & The Hamlet
AL
IL
MC
Rochester (City Of Rochester)
66
Facility 66
NY AVG 121
Rank #241 / 309
?Yes
43
Facility 43
NY AVG 54
Rank #208 / 330
Wrp Rrh LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 54.7%
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.6
Rank #1 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Jewish Home of Rochester
AL
ADC
HC
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Rochester
328
Facility 328
NY AVG 121
Rank #37 / 422
?Yes
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 54
Rank #427 / 450
Jewish Home Of Rochester (Not For Profit)944%242.7Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village at Towngate
AL
IL
Rochester (City Of Rochester)
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 121
Rank #224 / 309
?Yes
35
Facility 35
NY AVG 54
Rank #228 / 330
Wrp Operating Towngate LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 54.7%
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.6
Rank #1 / 301
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Cirrus Manor Residential Center
AL
Rochester
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 121
Rank #21 / 309
?No
39
Facility 39
NY AVG 54
Rank #220 / 330
Cirrus Manor Residential Center, LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 54.7%
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.6
Rank #1 / 301
-
Seabury Woods
AL
MC
Rochester
85?No-Ch Services, Inc1450%282.0-

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Overview of Legacy at Cranberry Landing

Legacy at Cranberry Landing is an assisted living community in Rochester, NY, with 78 beds. Assisted living here includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while allowing residents to maintain a private living space, making it a possible fit for someone who needs regular support without round-the-clock skilled nursing care. The 78-bed size places the community in a mid-sized setting.

There are structured ways to stay active, including fitness programs, trainers, and fitness classes. Creative workshops, social clubs, Watermark University enrichment programs, and a community life calendar give residents organized activities, while indoor and outdoor gathering spaces offer places to spend time with others. A salon and barber shop, spa and wellness options, and a pet-friendly policy add everyday choices, including the possibility of continuing to live with a pet.

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Overview of The Hawthorne

The Hawthorne offers assisted living in Rochester, NY, with support for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while each resident lives in an apartment. Respite care is also available, which may make the community a good fit for a family whose usual caregiver needs a short-term break.

The community has 42 beds and 38 one-bedroom apartments. Each apartment gives a resident a dedicated bedroom within the living space, while the pet-friendly policy allows a resident to keep a pet as part of the move. St. John’s Meadows operates The Hawthorne.

An on-site doctor’s office and laboratory services allow residents to attend medical appointments and have testing done within the community. Enclosed outdoor courtyards provide outdoor space on the property.

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Overview of The Village at Unity & the Hamlet

The Village at Unity & the Hamlet offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Rochester, NY. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because the resident can move between levels without leaving the community.

The community has 66 beds. Housing options include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments, with a studio offering one private living space and a two-bedroom layout potentially suiting a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, and the community is operated by Wrp Rrh. A Walk Score of 43 means the area is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for errands.

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Overview of Jewish Home of Rochester

Jewish Home of Rochester does its best to encourage residents to do whatever interests them while receiving exceptional care– making it one of the trusted senior living in the city. The center provides a comprehensive range of care, including specialized nursing home care, designed to meet the unique needs of residents. They boast a fantastic team of well-trained professionals who deliver lovely senior care that helps maintain independence.
The nursing home is focused on conducting a results-driven approach to individual recovery.  The nursing community promotes social activities, education programs, specialized programs, an emergency call system, individualized controlled AC and heating, screened patios, and fitness center.

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Overview of The Village at Towngate

The Village at Towngate is one of Greece’s premier independent living and adult care communities. The senior living home promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere for its residents. Management and staff celebrate each individual by promoting an independent lifestyle– seniors immerse themselves in the environment’s vibrant atmosphere. The Village is the ideal home for seniors wishing to thrive and live purposeful lives.

Community services include 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities and programs, personalized care plans, medication management, and ADLs.

Contact The Village at Towngate

Overview of Cirrus Manor Residential Center

Cirrus Manor Residential Center runs a 200-bed assisted living facility in Rochester, New York. Staff members assist residents around the clock with daily personal care, medication management, and daily routines. In-house medical teams deliver health services right on site, while therapy and rehabilitation programs help individuals work on maintaining or regaining physical function.

Registered dietitians oversee the culinary program, designing seasonal menus to ensure balanced daily meals. Set in an area with a walk score of 39, the location relies heavily on vehicle transit for errands and outings. This setup fits individuals who require reliable daily care support instead of fully independent living options.

Families looking into assisted living in the Rochester area can connect with Cirrus Manor Residential Center to ask questions or arrange a property visit.

Contact Cirrus Manor Residential Center

Overview of Seabury Woods

Seabury Woods offers assisted living and memory care in Rochester, New York. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while maintaining as much independence as possible. Memory care provides a secured setting and supervision for someone at risk of wandering, so Seabury Woods may be a good fit for a person living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia who needs those supports.

The community has 85 beds. Accommodation options include a two-bedroom apartment, which can suit a couple moving together, and a semi-private room for someone who wants a companion. Because both levels of care are available in the same community, a resident whose needs increase can move from assisted living to memory care without leaving familiar surroundings or starting over socially.

An on-site chapel hosts Episcopal religious services, allowing residents to worship without arranging a trip elsewhere. CH Services operates Seabury Woods, and Episcopal SeniorLife Communities owns it.

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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 Rochester at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,892The average monthly cost across facilities in Rochester, NY. 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: 30/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Rochester, NY. 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: 130The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Rochester, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Rochester, NY

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

Assisted living in New York 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?

Assisted living in New York 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 Medicaid cover assisted living?

New York Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New York) 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 17 assisted living facilities in Rochester, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Rochester, NY?

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 Rochester, NY, 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 Rochester, NY?

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.