Page 18 of Best Memory Care in New York State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 374 memory care providers in NY using NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in NY
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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.
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 citations, 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 citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Island Nursing and Rehab Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
North Holtsville
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 138
Rank #279 / 429
No
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 53
Rank #446 / 457
Island Rehabilitation And Nursing Center, Inc (Not For Profit)A944%222.4
Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
SNF
Dunkirk
216
Facility 216
NY AVG 138
Rank #135 / 429
No
71
Facility 71
NY AVG 53
Rank #245 / 457
Dunkirk Operating, LLC (For Profit)B+1856%251.4
Carillon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Huntington
315
Facility 315
NY AVG 138
Rank #50 / 429
No
91
Facility 91
NY AVG 53
Rank #57 / 457
Carillon Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, LLC (For Profit)B-1070%292.9
Park Avenue Extended Care Facility
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Long Beach
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 138
Rank #103 / 429
No
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 53
Rank #94 / 457
Park Avenue Operating Co, LLC (For Profit)B+825%243.0
Elderwood at Hamburg
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Hamburg
166
Facility 166
NY AVG 138
Rank #215 / 429
No
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 53
Rank #173 / 457
5775 Maelou Drive Operating Company, LLC (For Profit)A-2245%341.5
Fort Hudson Nursing Center, Inc.
MC
ADC
HC
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Fort Edward
196
Facility 196
NY AVG 138
Rank #186 / 429
No
38
Facility 38
NY AVG 53
Rank #361 / 457
Fort Hudson Nursing Center, Inc. (Not For Profit)A-425%92.3
Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Ithaca
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 138
Rank #279 / 429
No
91
Facility 91
NY AVG 53
Rank #57 / 457
Btrnc, LLC (For Profit)B-580%214.2
Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Syracuse (Valley)
583
Facility 583
NY AVG 138
Rank #5 / 429
No
48
Facility 48
NY AVG 53
Rank #322 / 457
Loretto Health And Rehabilitation Center (Not For Profit)C580%5010.0
Brightview Sayville
MC
AL
IL
Sayville
92
Facility 92
NY AVG 138
Rank #136 / 206
Yes
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 53
Rank #170 / 258
Bv Sayville Operator, LLCC+9
78%
Facility 78%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #175 / 192
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #117 / 192
1.3
Facility 1.3
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #109 / 192
Home of the Good Shepherd at Highpointe
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Malta
86
Facility 86
NY AVG 138
Rank #142 / 206
No
28
Facility 28
NY AVG 53
Rank #200 / 258
The Church Aid Of The Protestant Episcopal Church In The Town Of Saratoga Springs, IncB17
41%
Facility 41%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #100 / 192
25
Facility 25
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #159 / 192
1.5
Facility 1.5
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #123 / 192

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Overview of Island Nursing and Rehab Center

Island Nursing and Rehab Center is a 120 bed nursing home in Holtsville, NY. It offers skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured, supervised setting. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for residents with serious or end of life illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

The combination of memory care and skilled nursing may be a good fit for a resident who needs both cognitive supervision and nursing support. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 6 minutes per resident each day, representing the amount of nurse time assigned to each resident across a day.

Payment options include Medicare for eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid for eligible care, and private pay for families paying directly. Island Nursing and Rehab Center also offers rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation, giving residents a setting for time limited recovery without arranging care elsewhere.

Adult Day Care, Social Adult Day Care, and a Medical Adult Day Program provide daytime services. The medical program focuses on health related needs. Island Rehabilitation and Nursing Center operates the community.

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Overview of Carillon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Located on Park Avenue in Huntington, New York, Carillon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility. The 315-bed home is operated by Carillon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC, under the ownership of Lisa Banger. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families flexibility in how to cover skilled nursing and rehabilitation care.

The facility has an occupancy rate of 89%. The population is a mix of post-acute rehabilitation residents and those needing ongoing nursing care.

The center focuses on comprehensive medical and rehabilitation services. It provides 24-hour skilled nursing care along with specialized programs in cardiac rehabilitation, dialysis, respiratory care, speech pathology, pain management, and palliative and hospice care.

Additional services include enteral nutrition therapy, medical oversight, and social work support for residents and families. Having these services on site allows many healthcare needs to be managed without outside appointments. Residents stay an average of 107 days, reflecting a mix of short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term nursing care.

Daily nurse staffing averages about 2 hours and 55 minutes per resident. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses provide hands-on care and clinical support throughout the day and evening. Huntington has a Walk Score of 91, making the area highly walkable for visiting family members. Many nearby destinations can be reached on foot.

The facility has a variety of amenities that support comfort and engagement. Services include a beauty parlor and barber shop, outdoor courtyard, therapeutic recreation programs, religious services for all denominations, entertainment programs, community outings, and pet visitation to residents. The dining program is overseen by a culinary team that customizes meals to meet individual dietary needs and preferences, allowing residents to maintain familiar eating habits during their stay.

Concerns raised from state inspections include staffing levels, infection control, care documentation, and health and safety compliance. Families touring the facility should inquire about how these areas are monitored and improved as part of daily operations.

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Overview of Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 216 bed nursing home in Dunkirk, NY offering memory care and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Memory care may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs that level of oversight.

Rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy as part of their care. On site dialysis means residents who require dialysis can receive it without arranging transportation to another location. Cardiac management is also available, and Esteem Salons provides beautician and barber services five days a week for on site grooming.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families the option to use public coverage or pay directly. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 1 minute per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. A Walk Score of 71 places the area in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes independently; Dunkirk Operating operates the community.

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Overview of Park Avenue Extended Care Facility

Park Avenue Extended Care Facility provides nursing home, memory care, palliative care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Long Beach, NY. Nursing home services include long term care, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering, palliative care focuses on comfort, and respite care provides a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. The combination of care options can suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with specialized neuro stroke care, cardiac rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, wound care, IV therapy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can receive support through the community’s Alzheimer’s and dementia programs. These services address rehabilitation, neurological, cardiac, wound, and complex treatment needs within the facility’s care offerings.

Meals are prepared by professionally trained chefs, and kosher food is available for residents who follow kosher dietary practices. A doctor is on staff, and staffing is present 24 hours a day, so personnel are available throughout the day and night. The facility has 240 beds and is operated by Park Avenue Operating Co.

Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible care and services. A Walk Score of 88 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Elderwood at Hamburg

Elderwood at Hamburg is a nursing home in Hamburg, NY, offering skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Palliative care supports residents managing serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 166 beds, placing it among settings with more residents, staff, and programming than a small community. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned per resident. Several care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

A rehabilitation gym supports physical, occupational, and speech therapy within the community, so a resident can receive these services without arranging travel elsewhere. Outdoor spaces include patios, gardens, landscaped grounds, and walking paths on the property. There is room to spend time outside without leaving the community.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay. The area has a Walk Score of 79, meaning it is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

Isaac Williams is the director, and 5775 Maelou Drive Operating Company operates the community.

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Overview of Fort Hudson Nursing Center

Fort Hudson Nursing Center offers nursing home care, adult day care, home care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Fort Edward, NY. Nursing home care provides a residential setting, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Home care brings support to a person’s home, while adult day care provides care during daytime hours. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom support, making this range of services a possible fit for someone whose needs include supervised memory support or ongoing nursing.

The home has 196 beds, so residents live in a community with more residents, staff, and programming than a smaller home. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available for residents working to regain or maintain function.

Individualized Care Services, Day Services, and Care Management are specific programs at Fort Hudson Nursing Center. Day Services provide structured daytime support, Care Management helps coordinate care and services, and Individualized Care Services address a resident’s particular care needs. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families payment routes based on the resident’s coverage or resources.

Fort Hudson Nursing Center opened in 1970. Its Walk Score is 38 out of 100, placing it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

Contact Fort Hudson Nursing Center, Inc.

Overview of Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing

Beechtree Center is a distinguished 120-bed skilled nursing residence and rehabilitation center located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Providing 24-hour skilled nursing care, this community ensures a secure and engaging environment where each resident is treated with utmost dignity and respect. Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing takes pride in consistently delivering the highest level of customer satisfaction. The center addresses physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs, striving to create a home-like environment that cares for everyone.
Beechtree embraces the concept of Person-Centered Care, prioritizing the importance of quality of life alongside quality of care. Their devoted staff partners closely with residents and their families, aiming to achieve and maintain the highest quality of life for every individual. From waking up early to choosing the timing of showers or baths, Beechtree endeavors to accommodate individual preferences, allowing residents and staff to make decisions collaboratively. The center also offers restaurant-style dining, serving freshly prepared food, adding to the overall comfort and home-like atmosphere that they provide for seniors.

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Overview of Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center

Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center in Syracuse, New York is a comprehensive establishment that encompasses a memory care facility, short-term rehabilitation, and skilled nursing services. With a strong commitment to resident well-being, this center provides a haven where families can find assurance in the care their loved ones receive. Residents can expect private or semi-private air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and cable TV.

Housekeeping ensures a comfortable living environment, while an array of engaging recreational activities is offered. Spiritual care is supported by an on-site chapel, and the inclusion of a salon and barbershop enhances the overall experience. As a testament to its dedication, the center offers specialized services, including podiatry, psychiatry, palliative care, and diabetes management. Moreover, the Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center addresses the needs of those requiring nursing homes with memory care. These offerings align seamlessly with nursing home requirements, providing residents with tailored care in a nurturing environment that supports both recovery and quality of life.

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Overview of Brightview Sayville

Overlooking the vibrant neighborhood of Sayville, NY, Brightview Sayville is a dynamic senior living community that offers resort-style independent living in a welcoming and secure setting. Residents enjoy the comfort and privacy of well-curated apartments that provide easy access to the community’s many amenities. The community offers interior and exterior maintenance, housekeeping, and linen laundry services to free residents from the burden of tedious chores and tasks.

Residents find plenty of opportunities for making new connections, exploring new hobbies, or reliving old ones, just right outside their door with convenient amenities and regularly conducted activities. The community provides chef-prepared meals to save residents from the hassle of preparing their own meals while making sure they get the nourishment and energy they need for a bright and active day. With transportation assistance, emergency assistance, and high-quality care options when needed, residents can comfortably retire, knowing that they have access to necessary services and amenities for a fulfilling way of life.

Contact Brightview Sayville

Overview of Home of the Good Shepherd at Highpointe

Home of the Good Shepherd at Highpointe provides nursing home, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care in Malta, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Multiple care levels may make Home of the Good Shepherd at Highpointe a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time. The community opened in 2017, has 86 beds, and is operated by The Church Aid of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Town of Saratoga Springs. Respite care offers a short term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Rehabilitation services support residents working to regain or maintain function. Transportation provides access to rides, and wheelchair accessibility supports residents who use wheelchairs in moving through the community. The community offers the Enhanced Assisted Living program, giving residents access to that specific assisted living service.

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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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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.