Page 11 of Best Memory Care in New York State

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
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.
Sunrise of Dix Hills
MC
AL
HOS
Dix Hills
114
Facility 114
NY AVG 138
Rank #107 / 206
B-Yes
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 53
Rank #241 / 258
Gwc - Dix Hills, Inc3
67%
Facility 67%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #154 / 192
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #78 / 192
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #144 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Arbors at Bohemia
MC
AL
Bohemia
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 138
Rank #24 / 206
B-Yes
47
Facility 47
NY AVG 53
Rank #139 / 258
Arcadia Management, Inc2
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #117 / 192
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #66 / 192
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #144 / 192
-
Inspīr Carnegie Hill
MC
AL
New York (Manhattan)
158
Facility 158
NY AVG 138
Rank #64 / 206
CNo
100
Facility 100
NY AVG 53
Rank #1 / 258
Inspir Carnegie Hill, LLC5
60%
Facility 60%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #149 / 192
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #108 / 192
2.2
Facility 2.2
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #154 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights
MC
AL
IL
Brooklyn (Brooklyn Heights)
256
Facility 256
NY AVG 138
Rank #15 / 206
C+Yes
91
Facility 91
NY AVG 53
Rank #33 / 258
Brooklyn Operating Company, LLC2
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #188 / 192
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #129 / 192
8.0
Facility 8.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #191 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Edna Tina Wilson Living Center
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Rochester
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 138
Rank #262 / 422
ANo
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 53
Rank #446 / 450
North Park Nursing Home (Not For Profit)1613%322.0Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookhaven Rehabilitation & Health Care Center LLC
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Far Rockaway
298
Facility 298
NY AVG 138
Rank #60 / 422
B-No
74
Facility 74
NY AVG 53
Rank #206 / 450
Brookhaven Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, LLC (For Profit)743%162.3-
Elmhurst Care Center, Inc
MC
ADC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
East Elmhurst
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 138
Rank #18 / 206
C-No
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 53
Rank #142 / 258
Elmhurst Care Center, Inc (For Profit)7
43%
Facility 43%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #101 / 192
17
Facility 17
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #132 / 192
2.4
Facility 2.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #162 / 192
-
Promenade at Chestnut Ridge
MC
ADC
AL
IL
Chestnut Ridge (Spring Valley)
198
Facility 198
NY AVG 138
Rank #39 / 206
B+Yes
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 53
Rank #256 / 258
Chestnut Operating Company, LLC5
60%
Facility 60%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #149 / 192
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #66 / 192
0.8
Facility 0.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #79 / 192
-
Albany County Nursing Home
MC
NH
SNF
Albany (Shakers)
250
Facility 250
NY AVG 138
Rank #17 / 206
CNo
28
Facility 28
NY AVG 53
Rank #200 / 258
County Of Albany (Public)9
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #63 / 192
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #129 / 192
1.8
Facility 1.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #134 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Staten Island
MC
AL
HC
Staten Island (Mid Island)
121
Facility 121
NY AVG 138
Rank #94 / 206
C+Yes
69
Facility 69
NY AVG 53
Rank #81 / 258
Szr New York Lh, Inc8
38%
Facility 38%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #84 / 192
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #151 / 192
2.8
Facility 2.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #169 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other NY memory care 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 Sunrise of Dix Hills

Sunrise of Dix Hills is a lively senior living community located in Dix Hills, New York, inspiring residents to make the most of each day with beautiful living spaces, a variety of classes and programs, and cuisine that satisfies everyone’s cravings. The community offers room rates starting at $4,894 per month and provides a personalized, life-enriching experience, with posh residences on a Victorian-style estate and fine, restaurant-style dining. Sunrise of Dix Hills bustles with activity and friendly conversations, with dinner being a highlight, featuring celebrated meals such as beef brisket au jus or chicken marsala.

The community encourages independence and has various safety features in place to promote autonomy, including an enclosed garden. Sunrise of Dix Hills offers a variety of engaging activities, such as painting classes, bocce ball, and intergenerational cooking classes, and is home to two popular residents, Nina the cockapoo and Buddy the cat. Residents can host family and friends on the wraparound porch with rocking chairs or in the private dining room. Sunrise of Dix Hills provides on-site medical care from a 24-hour nursing team, along with visiting primary care physicians, podiatrists, physical/occupational therapists, and portable radiology and phlebotomy services. The community is conveniently located in Dix Hills, NY, on Deer Park Road (Route 231), situated between the Long Island Expressway (I-495) and Northern State Parkway, close to Cold Spring Harbor, cinemas, shopping, and the Heckscher Museum of Art, with medical support provided by Huntington Hospital, part of the Long Island Jewish healthcare system.

Contact Sunrise of Dix Hills

Overview of The Arbors at Bohemia

The Arbors at Bohemia in Bohemia, New York, delivers assisted living and specialized memory care. Everyday assistance covers routine personal care, including medication management, dressing, and bathing. A secured memory care section provides full-time supervision for individuals prone to wandering, allowing residents to shift into higher levels of care without moving to a new location.

Arcadia Management has operated this 200-bed facility since 2004. Daily amenities feature restaurant-style dining with farm-to-table menus, 24-hour support, an on-site wellness department, and rehabilitation services. Scheduled social activities run daily, and pets are welcome. Short-term respite care accommodates individuals needing temporary stays, while community transportation helps residents complete errands across the car-dependent local area.

Families considering care options on Long Island can contact The Arbors at Bohemia to inquire about monthly rates, view open rooms, or arrange a private tour.

Starting Price $5,100/Month

Contact The Arbors at Bohemia

Overview of Inspīr Carnegie Hill

Inspīr Carnegie Hill is a senior living community located at 1802 Second Avenue on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Operated by Inspir Carnegie Hill, LLC, the high-rise building offers assisted living, enhanced care, and memory support services.

The 158-bed community provides daily help with medication management, personal care, and concierge arrangements. A team of medical professionals, including registered nurses and nurse practitioners, coordinates care for residents experiencing cognitive conditions. Amenities within the multi-story structure include a saltwater pool, a fitness center, and a garden terrace, alongside structured brain health programs and wellness classes.

Located in a walker’s paradise with a walk score of 100, the property sits about a quarter mile from NYC Health and Hospitals Metropolitan and provides scheduled transportation services.

Interested individuals can contact the Second Avenue front desk directly to check apartment floor plans, request pricing packages, or schedule a tour of the campus.

Contact Inspīr Carnegie Hill

Overview of The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights

Operated by Brooklyn Operating Company, The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights is a big assisted living community in Brooklyn Heights’ neighborhood. The high-rise building sits at 21 Clark Street near the waterfront and Brooklyn Bridge Park, in one of the city’s most walkable areas, with a Walk Score of 91. With 256 beds across studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, the facility houses a blend of independent living, assisted living, and memory care occupants.

The home centers around several distinctive spaces. The W Room serves as an elegant dining venue with a two-story bar, while Willow and Clark Cafe offers an European-style coffee shop atmosphere. Biblio pairs a library with a wine bar, and Indulge provides salon and spa services. A performance arts center and fitness programs complement the lifestyle amenities, alongside transportation services for residents needing help with appointments and errands. With shops and services nearby, the highly accessible neighborhood is where most daily errands are walkable. Residents can bring pets, which many families find vital when choosing a new home.

State inspections have tracked themes surrounding environmental standards, food service practices, medication management, and disaster preparedness. Active attention to documentation and recordkeeping has been noted. In recent surveys, no substantiated complaints have been documented.

For families considering The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights, the walkable Brooklyn Heights location, the set of housing options, and the on-site amenities make it a pragmatic choice for people seeking a blend of independence and support in an urban setting.

Contact The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights

Overview of Edna Tina Wilson Living Center

Edna Tina Wilson Living Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation home in Rochester. The center provides a comprehensive range of care, including specialized nursing home care and memory care therapy, designed to meet the unique needs of residents. They boast a fantastic team of well-trained professionals who deliver lovely senior care.
Edna Tina Wilson’s services are multidisciplinary for both skilled nursing and rehabilitation– focusing on post-surgical care, on-site therapy (physical, occupational, speech), strength conditioning, mobility improvement, urgent care, orthopedic care,  breast cancer care, critical care, wound care, and heart care.

Contact Edna Tina Wilson Living Center

Overview of Brookhaven Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Brookhaven Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Far Rockaway, New York, delivers skilled nursing, memory care, palliative services, and respite care within a 298-bed setting. Dedicated memory care units feature a secured environment designed for individuals prone to wandering, while palliative options focus on symptom management. Rehabilitation programs offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy inside a designated therapy room, alongside long-term rehab and specialized bariatric care.

Administrative amenities feature individualized meal planning managed by staff dietitians and an on-site salon for personal grooming. Nursing coverage averages 3 hours and 9 minutes per resident each day across the facility. Situated in an area featuring a walk score of 74, the location allows access to nearby daily errands on foot.

Prospective individuals can contact Brookhaven Rehabilitation & Health Care Center to review admission criteria, tour the physical therapy spaces, or check current placement options. Accepted payment methods encompass Medicare for qualifying short-term rehab, Medicaid for extended stays, and private payment.

Contact Brookhaven Rehabilitation & Health Care Center LLC

Overview of Elmhurst Care Center

Elmhurst Care Center is a nursing home in East Elmhurst, NY, offering skilled nursing, nursing care, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, adult day care, and respite care. Nursing home, nursing care, and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while hospice care supports a person nearing the end of life and palliative care focuses on comfort during serious illness. Adult day care provides support during daytime hours, and respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, because multiple levels are available within one community. With 240 beds, Elmhurst Care Center is a larger community with more residents and staff, and its programs serve a larger group. Rehabilitation programs and speech and audiology services address recovery, mobility, and communication needs through care available at the community. Religious services provide an option for residents who want faith-based support, and a doctor is on staff alongside the nursing and medical services.

Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid can help an eligible resident whose savings may not cover a long stay, Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, and private pay allows families to use personal funds. The area has a Walk Score of 46, a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need one for shopping, pharmacy visits, or other errands.

Contact Elmhurst Care Center, Inc

Overview of Promenade at Chestnut Ridge

An epitome of warmth and familiarity, the Promenade at Chestnut Ridge stands as an inviting assisted living community. Family-owned and operated, the Promenade is nestled centrally in Chestnut Ridge, NY. Housing over 100 residents, ranging from active individuals to those enjoying a more laid back lifestyle, this community fosters diverse experiences. Seniors at the Promenade lead an independent, vibrant life surrounded by friends, engaging in community activities like meals in the spirited dining room, movie nights, and scrabble games in the library. A host of activities and places to explore awaits those who prefer venturing outwards.

Promenade Senior Living, overseen by the New York State Department of Health, offers comprehensive assisted living care. From assisting with daily tasks and offering round-the-clock care when required, to the presence of an on-site internist, podiatrist, and physical and occupational therapists, it spares no effort in delivering quality care. Additional services include a medication assistance program managed by licensed nurses, the provision of three restaurant-style meals daily, transportation to local excursions, and access to amenities like a wellness center, library, parlor, activity spaces, and media room. The Promenade champions a lifestyle that nurtures independence and choice, defining an enriching experience for each senior resident.

Contact Promenade at Chestnut Ridge

Overview of Albany County Nursing Home

Shaker Place Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, formerly known, Albany County Nursing Home, is an extraordinary senior living community offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, memory care, and long-term care. Committed to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community strives to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations with top-tier care and assistance. Let go of worries with a respectful and well-trained team available 24/7 to ensure seniors are well-cared for.

Utilizing a holistic approach to care, residents can rest assured of their lives to the fullest. The community serves delicious and nutritious meals to meet dietary needs and tastes for the finest dining experience. Shaker Place Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a safe place for seniors to reside while recuperating with its incredible amenities and comprehensive care.

Contact Albany County Nursing Home

Overview of Sunrise of Staten Island

Serving residents across a range of care needs, Sunrise of Staten Island is a assisted living community on Narrows Road in the northern part of the borough, close to the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. The 121-bed community is housed in a mid-rise building. There’s a studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving families flexibility in layout and living space.

The location has a Walk Score of 69. Some nearby errands and services can be reached on foot, but most activities will require transportation.

The community is operated by SZR New York LH, Inc.. It admits serves residents seeking assisted living support in a well-situated residential area. With a moderate walk score, families can easily visit and access the neighborhood for daily needs.

Inspections by the New York Department of Health have identified concerns across several operational areas. These include resident services, environmental standards, food service, disaster preparedness, and resident protections. The facility has worked through plans of correction to address these findings.

Contact Sunrise of Staten Island

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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Memory Care in New York State at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 53/ 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: 138The 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 Memory Care in New York

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.

Does New York Medicaid cover memory care?

New York Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 374 memory care communities in New York. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in New York?

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, 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 memory care communities in New York?

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.