Page 29 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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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. 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.
Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park
MC
RC
Clifton Park (Town Of Clifton Park)
64
Facility 64
NY AVG 138
Rank #181 / 206
?No
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 53
Rank #208 / 258
Peregrine Properties Of Upstate LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate
MC
AL
IL
RC
Albany (Dunes)
83
Facility 83
NY AVG 138
Rank #151 / 206
?Yes
49
Facility 49
NY AVG 53
Rank #132 / 258
Psl Of Crossgate LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Peregrine Senior Living at Guilderland
MC
AL
RC
Slingerlands (Town Of Guilderland)
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 138
Rank #97 / 206
?Yes
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 53
Rank #226 / 258
Psl Of Guilderland LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village at Unity & The Hamlet
MC
AL
IL
Rochester (City Of Rochester)
66
Facility 66
NY AVG 138
Rank #172 / 206
?Yes
43
Facility 43
NY AVG 53
Rank #153 / 258
Wrp Rrh LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Jewish Home of Rochester
MC
ADC
AL
HC
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Rochester
328
Facility 328
NY AVG 138
Rank #37 / 422
?Yes
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 53
Rank #427 / 450
Jewish Home Of Rochester (Not For Profit)944%242.7Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill
MC
RC
Syracuse (City Of Syracuse)
68
Facility 68
NY AVG 138
Rank #168 / 206
?No
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 53
Rank #208 / 258
Tp Onondaga Operator, LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
-
Brightview Harrison
MC
AL
IL
Harrison (West Harrison)
99
Facility 99
NY AVG 138
Rank #132 / 206
?Yes
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 53
Rank #220 / 258
Bv Harrison Operator, LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brightview Lake Tappan
MC
AL
IL
Orangeburg
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 138
Rank #146 / 206
?Yes
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 53
Rank #226 / 258
Bv Lake Tappan Operator, LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Artis Senior Living of Somers
MC
Yorktown Heights
72
Facility 72
NY AVG 138
Rank #162 / 206
?No
44
Facility 44
NY AVG 53
Rank #149 / 258
Artis Senior Living Operator Of Somers, LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Suite
Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Batavia
80
Facility 80
NY AVG 138
Rank #155 / 206
D-No
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 53
Rank #50 / 258
Genesee Center Operating II LLC8
88%
Facility 88%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #184 / 192
48
Facility 48
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #185 / 192
6.0
Facility 6.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #189 / 192
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Overview of Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park

Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park provides memory care and respite care in Clifton Park, NY. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs supervised support or for a family seeking temporary care. There are 64 beds, with private rooms and semi-private rooms available.

A private room provides a single living space, while a semi-private room accommodates someone who prefers to share with a companion. Peregrine Properties of Upstate operates the community.

Residents can spend time in the gardens or gather in the open concept town square. An on-site beauty salon and barber provide grooming services, while spiritual services let residents participate within the community. Dining services prepare dishes to meet individual dietary preferences and requirements.

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Overview of Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate

Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate is an upscale independent living and assisted living home that has continuously been practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to the seniors; they strive to make a difference in the lives of older adults. The retirement home undoubtedly knows how to provide and maintain a quality holistic approach to senior care.
Peregrine aims for a comfortable and secure lifestyle — specialized programs, life enrichment activities, housekeeping, and transportation. Their amenities include wheelchair-accessible showers, social and recreational areas, an elegant dining room, spacious outdoor living, and beautiful interiors that holistically stimulate the well-being of residents.

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Overview of Peregrine Senior Living at Guilderland

Peregrine Senior Living at Guilderland is an upscale assisted living and memory care home that has continuously been practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to the seniors; they strive to make a difference in the lives of older adults. The retirement home undoubtedly knows how to provide and maintain a quality holistic approach to senior care.
The Peregrine Way means that residents fulfill the maximum level of a comfortable and secure lifestyle. Seniors participate in specialized programs, life enrichment activities, housekeeping, and transportation. Their amenities include wheelchair-accessible showers, social and recreational areas, an elegant dining room, spacious outdoor living, and beautiful interiors that holistically stimulate the well-being of residents.

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Overview of The Village at Unity & the Hamlet

Experience life-enhancing senior living services at The Village at Unity & The Hamlet, a distinct senior living community in Monroe County, Rochester, NY, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents enjoy their independence while benefiting from a wide array of convenient and supportive services, including personal care assistance and housekeeping services. Recognized as a Best Assisted Living community by the U.S. News and World Report, the community warrants exceptional care and assistance to those who need it.

A robust calendar of activities help residents maintain an active and vibrant lifestyle, complemented with a broad range of delightful amenities that offers plenty of spaces for making new friends, learning new things, or continuing past hobbies. With access to various therapy, professional care team, and beautiful accommodations, residents at The Village at Unity & The Hamlet are guaranteed to live a fun, enjoyable,comfortable, and fulfilling retirement experience.

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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 Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill

Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill provides memory care and respite care in Syracuse, NY. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care provides 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 memory support or a family seeking temporary care.

The community has 68 beds and is operated by TP Onondaga Operator. Rehabilitation services are available, giving residents support focused on maintaining or improving physical function. Regular outings and group workshops create scheduled opportunities to leave the community or take part in organized activities. Personalized meals are prepared by the culinary team, and a world heritage library and chapel offer spaces for reading and worship.

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Overview of Brightview Harrison

Featuring in the welcoming community of Harrison, NY, the Brightview Harrison is a vibrant senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from cozy and well-appointed accommodations depending on their preferences or tastes. Having a competent and trained team, this community ensures luxurious and premium services every resident deserves.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including a round-the-clock emergency call system, daily chef-prepared meals, an arts and crafts studio, and, a stocked library. Boost social interaction by going to its pub, cafe, juice bar, and other common spaces for events and gatherings. Participate in a full-packed set of activities for life enrichment and community engagement. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Brightview Harrison.

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Overview of Brightview Lake Tappan

Situated in the tranquil town of Orangeburg, NY, the Brightview Lake Tappan is an idyllic senior living community providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Cozy and beautifully appointed accommodations with several floor plans ranging from studio, companion, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a competent and empathetic team, this community offers high-quality and innovative memory care services for those with cognitive conditions like dementia.

Having top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy chef-prepared meals, a beauty salon, an art studio, a fitness room, a well-stocked library, and many more. Meet new friends by visiting its common spaces like the outdoor gardens and multi-purpose areas. Engage in diverse programs and activities to further enhance social engagement and life enrichment. At Brightview Lake Tappan, seniors are assured of a wondrous retirement.

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Overview of Artis Senior Living of Somers

Artis Senior Living of Somers is a memory care community in Yorktown Heights, NY. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents living with dementia, and a licensed nurse is on site around the clock, so nursing support is available at any hour. Residents may have a suite, and the community has 72 beds.

The starting price for memory care is $11,695 per month, giving families a baseline for the monthly cost of this care level. A secure indoor space and community design created specifically for dementia care provide structured areas and surroundings for residents. Artis Senior Living of Somers may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs secure, supervised care. Residents can spend time in the expansive outdoor space and have access to a scenic view.

Named programs include Culinary & Nutrition, Financial Resources, Community Design, and The Artis Way. Artis Senior Living Operator of Somers operates the community. The area has a Walk Score of 44, making it dependent on cars, with most errands requiring a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those errands.

Starting Price $11,695/Month

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Overview of Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Premier Genesee Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Batavia, New York, offers assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, respite care, and skilled nursing. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while keeping an apartment; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing brings licensed nursing care on site around the clock for residents who need that level of clinical support, while respite care gives a family caregiver a temporary break and short-term rehabilitation focuses on recovery during a temporary stay. With 80 beds, the community can accommodate a resident whose needs grow over time because care can continue within the same community, and Genesee Center Operating II operates the home; its Walk Score of 85 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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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.