Page 23 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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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Golden Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Kingston
280
Facility 280
NY AVG 138
Rank #73 / 429
No
80
Facility 80
NY AVG 53
Rank #161 / 457
Golden Hill Planning Corporation (For Profit)C+6100%254.2-
Elderwood at Cheektowaga
MC
AL
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cheektowaga
172
Facility 172
NY AVG 138
Rank #213 / 429
No
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 53
Rank #442 / 457
225 Bennett Road Operating Company, LLC (For Profit)B-1735%281.6-
Elderwood at Amherst
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Amherst
92
Facility 92
NY AVG 138
Rank #346 / 429
Yes
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 53
Rank #363 / 457
4459 Bailey Avenue Operating Company, LLC (For Profit)B2152%371.8-
Elderwood at Williamsville
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Williamsville
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 138
Rank #146 / 429
No
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 53
Rank #152 / 457
Ll (For Profit) 200 Bassett Road Operating CompanyC2335%411.8-
Elderwood at Ticonderoga
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Ticonderoga
84
Facility 84
NY AVG 138
Rank #360 / 429
No
57
Facility 57
NY AVG 53
Rank #294 / 457
Wicker Street, LLC (For Profit)C+875%131.6-
Medford Multicare Center for Living
MC
HOS
NH
Medford
320
Facility 320
NY AVG 138
Rank #42 / 429
No
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 53
Rank #404 / 457
The Nursing Care Center At Medford, Inc. (For Profit)C3526%712.0-
Brookdale Pittsford
MC
Pittsford (Bushnell's Basin)
52
Facility 52
NY AVG 138
Rank #195 / 206
Yes
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 53
Rank #234 / 258
Perinton Clare Bridge Operator, IncD+26
54%
Facility 54%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #140 / 192
43
Facility 43
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #183 / 192
1.7
Facility 1.7
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #130 / 192
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Park Terrace at Radisson
MC
AL
IL
RC
E Baldwinsville (Radisson)
65
Facility 65
NY AVG 138
Rank #177 / 206
No
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 53
Rank #252 / 258
Park Terrace Operating, LLCD+18
67%
Facility 67%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #154 / 192
35
Facility 35
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #175 / 192
1.9
Facility 1.9
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #142 / 192
Private / Companion / Studio / 1 Bed Rooms
Fredonia Place of Williamsville
MC
AL
RESC
Williamsville
108
Facility 108
NY AVG 138
Rank #117 / 206
No
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 53
Rank #61 / 258
Sosf Ventures L.pD21
57%
Facility 57%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #145 / 192
38
Facility 38
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #177 / 192
1.8
Facility 1.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #134 / 192
-
Mary Agnes Manor
MC
AL
NH
Buffalo (Front Park)
230
Facility 230
NY AVG 138
Rank #20 / 206
Yes
86
Facility 86
NY AVG 53
Rank #47 / 258
Mary Agnes Manor, LLCD37
62%
Facility 62%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #152 / 192
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #191 / 192
2.4
Facility 2.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #162 / 192
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Overview of Golden Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Golden Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, memory care, and palliative care in Kingston, NY. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Hospice care supports residents at the end of life, and palliative care focuses on comfort. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs continuous nursing, dementia supervision, or comfort focused support.

Golden Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 280 beds, making it a larger community with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Short term rehabilitation supports recovery during a temporary stay, while respite care suits a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Long term living supports a resident who needs to remain in a nursing setting rather than use the community only for rehabilitation.

Rehabilitation services include occupational, physical, and respiratory therapy, with programs for post surgery recovery, orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke recovery, and amputee aftercare. A diabetes program and cardiac care provide condition specific support for residents managing those diagnoses.

The area has a very walkable Walk Score of 80, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted; Medicare can help cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid can matter when savings may not cover a long stay. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 55 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Mo Goldstein serves as director, and Golden Hill Planning operates the community.

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Overview of Elderwood at Cheektowaga

Elderwood at Cheektowaga is a nursing home in Cheektowaga, NY, offering skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, palliative care and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while the resident maintains an apartment.

Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management for residents with serious illness.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time, and respite care can suit a family that needs short term support.

The community also offers an oncology program for residents with cancer related care needs. Elderwood at Cheektowaga has 172 beds, making it a larger community where more residents, staff and usually programming are part of daily life.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 23m per resident/day, representing the recorded daily nursing time allocated per resident. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay uses personal funds to pay for care.

Subacute rehabilitation and other rehabilitation services support residents working toward recovery while receiving care in the community. Patios, gardens and walking paths across the wooded grounds provide places to sit outdoors or take a walk.

Vina Bonner serves as director, and 225 Bennett Road Operating Company operates the community. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs anything from independent living to skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care or a short respite stay, including a resident whose needs may change over time.

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Overview of Elderwood at Williamsville

Elderwood at Williamsville provides nursing home, memory care, palliative care, respite care and skilled nursing in Williamsville, NY. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide 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 focuses on comfort, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short-term stay when they need to travel or recover.

Residents can choose private or semi-private rooms, either having a room to themselves or sharing with a companion. Rehabilitation takes place in an on-site gym, so residents can receive therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere. Spacious patios surrounded by gardens provide outdoor areas to use.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 14m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time available per resident. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families several payment methods, including Medicaid when savings may not cover a long stay and Medicare for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay. Thomas Meehan serves as director, and the community is operated by 200 Bassett Road Operating Company, LL. An 81 Walk Score means the area is very walkable, 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 Amherst

Elderwood at Amherst provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Amherst, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. There are 92 beds, with 89% occupancy, meaning most beds are filled and some are unoccupied at the time measured. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 5 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Residents can use the rehabilitation gym for on-site rehabilitation, with named programs in subacute rehabilitation, oncology, and palliative care. Spacious patios, gardens, and a park-like backyard provide outdoor areas, and the pet-friendly policy allows a resident to bring a pet. The area has a Walk Score of 37, so most errands require a car or a ride. Bryan Petko serves as director.

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Overview of Elderwood at Ticonderoga

Elderwood at Ticonderoga is a nursing home in Ticonderoga, New York, offering skilled nursing, memory 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 a resident at risk of wandering. Respite care is a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing care or a temporary placement.

The community has 84 beds, with 96% occupancy, meaning nearly all beds are in use. Services include long-term care therapy, subacute rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, and orthopedic rehabilitation, giving residents access to therapy focused on ongoing care or recovery needs. Short-term rehabilitation supports a defined rehabilitation stay rather than long-term residence.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 13 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Julie Charboneau is the director, and Wicker Street operates the community. A Walk Score of 57 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select destinations independently.

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Overview of Medford Multicare Center for Living

Medford Multicare Center for Living is a nursing home in Medford, NY, offering hospice care and memory care. Nursing home care provides ongoing skilled nursing and medical support, while memory care offers supervised support for residents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Hospice care supports residents with serious illness when the focus is comfort and symptom management. Together, these services may suit a loved one who needs skilled nursing, dementia support, or hospice care in one setting.

The center has 320 beds. That size accommodates more residents and staff and usually supports more programming. Rehabilitation includes post acute rehabilitation and post stroke rehabilitation, giving residents structured recovery care after a hospital stay or stroke. Respiratory and dialysis programs address ongoing needs for those forms of medical care.

Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment paths for eligible care. The Nursing Care Center at Medford operates the community.

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Park Terrace at Radisson

2981 Town Center Rd E, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Overview of Park Terrace at Radisson

Live the best of your golden years at Park Terrace at Radisson, a trusted community in Baldwinsville, NY, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Alongside specially designed and cozy accommodations, top-tier care is provided for residents’ comfort. With a kind and highly trained team available around the clock, residents can ease their worries.

Prioritizing residents’ cognition and quality of life, a thoughtfully curated calendar of stimulating programs and fun recreational activities is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interaction and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents enjoy a blissful retirement amidst the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Brookdale Pittsford

Brookdale Pittsford provides memory care and respite care in Pittsford, NY. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, so Brookdale Pittsford may be a good fit for someone who needs dementia support during that period.

The community has 52 beds, with suites, one bedroom accommodations, and two bedroom accommodations. A two bedroom option can work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, and residents may bring a pet with them. A salon or spa provides grooming services, while the courtyard and garden give residents outdoor space on site; Perinton Clare Bridge Operator operates Brookdale Pittsford.

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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

Fredonia Place of Williamsville provides assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Williamsville, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering. Memory care may make the community a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs that support.

The community has 108 beds and offers respite care, giving a resident the option of a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. SOSF Ventures operates Fredonia Place of Williamsville.

An 81 / 100 Walk Score makes the area very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Meals and activities are included, and a daily menu helps residents know what meal options are available. Enhanced Care Services and rehabilitation services are also available.

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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.