Page 3 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. 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.
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 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
The Bristal at Mount Sinai
MC
AL
Mt Sinai (Mount Sinai)
157
Facility 157
NY AVG 138
Rank #66 / 206
Yes
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 53
Rank #142 / 258
Eb Care At Mount Sinai, LLCA5
40%
Facility 40%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #95 / 192
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #38 / 192
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #48 / 192
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed-
The Bristal at Holtsville
MC
AL
IL
Holtsville (Express Drive North)
166
Facility 166
NY AVG 138
Rank #55 / 206
Yes
36
Facility 36
NY AVG 53
Rank #173 / 258
Eb Care At Farmingville LLCA8
38%
Facility 38%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #84 / 192
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #56 / 192
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #48 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Bristal at Armonk
MC
AL
IL
Armonk
171
Facility 171
NY AVG 138
Rank #52 / 206
Yes
44
Facility 44
NY AVG 53
Rank #149 / 258
Armonk Senior Care LLCA-2
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Sunrise at Fleetwood
MC
AL
HC
RC
Mt Vernon (North Side)
136
Facility 136
NY AVG 138
Rank #86 / 206
Yes
31
Facility 31
NY AVG 53
Rank #189 / 258
Szr New York Lh, IncB3
67%
Facility 67%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #154 / 192
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #38 / 192
0.7
Facility 0.7
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #73 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Braemar at Medford
MC
AL
Medford
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 138
Rank #24 / 206
No
27
Facility 27
NY AVG 53
Rank #204 / 258
Medford Hamlet LLCA+14
21%
Facility 21%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #44 / 192
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #56 / 192
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #34 / 192
1 Bed / 2 Bed Studio-
The Bristal at Lake Success
MC
Lake Success (Village Of Great Neck)
110
Facility 110
NY AVG 138
Rank #112 / 206
Yes
33
Facility 33
NY AVG 53
Rank #183 / 258
Eb Care At Lake Success LLCA6
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #63 / 192
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #38 / 192
0.3
Facility 0.3
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #39 / 192
Studio-
The Bristal Assisted Living at White Plains
MC
AL
IL
White Plains
190
Facility 190
NY AVG 138
Rank #40 / 206
Yes
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 53
Rank #225 / 258
Ebc White Plains, LLCA3
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed-
Yorktown Assisted Living Residence
MC
AL
NH
Cortlandt
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 138
Rank #146 / 206
No
9
Facility 9
NY AVG 53
Rank #237 / 258
Yalr Operating, LLCA+3
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 192
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 192
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
GrandeVille Senior Living Community
MC
ADC
AL
Rochester (City Of Rochester)
115
Facility 115
NY AVG 138
Rank #106 / 206
Yes
44
Facility 44
NY AVG 53
Rank #149 / 258
Grande'ville Senior Living Community, LLCB+11
45%
Facility 45%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #110 / 192
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #117 / 192
1.1
Facility 1.1
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #98 / 192
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+
The Fountains at RiverVue
MC
AL
Tuckahoe
141
Facility 141
NY AVG 138
Rank #81 / 206
Yes
83
Facility 83
NY AVG 53
Rank #57 / 258
The Fountains Operating Company (Ny), IncB+4
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #117 / 192
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #38 / 192
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #57 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-

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Overview of The Bristal at Mount Sinai

The Bristal at Mount Sinai offers assisted living and memory care in Mt Sinai, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels on one campus, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 157 beds and is operated by EB Care at Mount Sinai. Housing options include studios, suites, and one bedroom layouts, with friendship suite pricing starting at $5,700, giving families a concrete starting point for budgeting that option. Respite care supports a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed for residents who have a pet companion.

Residents can use the creative arts studio, fitness center, beauty salon, outdoor terrace, bistro, and private dining room. Three chef prepared meals are served daily in a country club style dining room, with special diets available for residents who require dietary accommodations. Daily programming includes social and cultural programs, live entertainment, and scheduled transportation to shops, parks, cultural outings, and restaurants.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The community’s scheduled transportation provides rides for the listed shopping, park, cultural, and restaurant outings.

Starting Price $5,700/Month

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Overview of The Bristal at Holtsville

Located within the neighborhood of Holtsville, NY, The Bristal at Holtsville provides families in Suffolk County with an assisted living experience like no other – in services, amenities, and care. The Bristal at Holtsville offers various living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, where their professional and courteous team leads in providing top-of-the-line assistance and care fit to the varying needs of their residents.

Conveniently located near The Brookhaven Wildlife and Ecology Center, the amphitheater at Bald Hill, and the downtown area of Patchogue, residents at The Bristal can visit and enjoy fine restaurants, theaters, and cultural attractions. Dedicated to creating a dynamic and active atmosphere for its residents, the community offers amenities, including a heated outdoor pool, a putting green, a cinema, a fitness center, a full programming calendar, and a pet-friendly community

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Overview of The Bristal at Armonk

Nestled in Westchester County, The Bristal at Armonk has a luxurious senior living with this pet-friendly community offers independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care in their Reflections neighborhood. Their caring staff provides a perfect balance of independence and support.

Enjoy easy access to NYC via car or rail, alongside local malls, restaurants, and historical sites. Relax by the pool, the charming main street of Armonk, or visit nearby Westchester Medical Center. Choose from studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or friendship suite apartments, all featuring kitchenettes and private baths. Residents indulge in delicious meals, daily housekeeping, and a variety of amenities including a fitness center, salon, cinema, and social events.

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Overview of Sunrise at Fleetwood

Sunrise at Fleetwood offers assisted living, home care, memory care, and respite care in Mt Vernon, NY. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Home care extends support to a person’s residence, and the community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting or for a family seeking a short term respite stay.

The community has 136 beds with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio suits one resident, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together; pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them.

The starting price is $3,861+, giving families a baseline for budgeting before considering the resident’s specific care needs. A salon, fresh chef crafted cuisine, a bistro with grab and go snacks, and music, fitness, art, and continued learning programs give residents options for personal care, dining, and daily activities.

Rehabilitation services, short term rehabilitation, and scheduled transportation are also available, and SZR New York LH operates the community. A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands.

Starting Price $3,861/Month

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Braemar at Medford

1529 N Ocean Ave, Medford, NY 11763
Overview of Braemar at Medford

Enjoy the best of your later years with Braemar at Medford, a blissful retreat set in charming Medford, NY, offering assisted living services. As a 200-bed residence, the community strives to provide the highest quality of care and support alongside cozy and beautifully designed studio and two-bedroom accommodation for residents to live comfortably in their golden years. Housekeeping and linen services are also provided for residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Enrich your retirement with fun-filled activities and engaging programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. With healthy and delicious restaurant-style style dining, residents can rest assured of meeting their dietary needs and preferences. The community also features top-notch amenities, including a library, a golf putting green, a beauty salon, and serene walking paths, ideal for residents’ recreation and socialization.

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Overview of The Bristal at Lake Success

Focusing on memory care, The Bristal at Lake Success located at North Service Road, Lake Success, NY, is a remarkable senior living community that fuses elegance and innovation in caring for seniors. Featuring cozy studios, the community provides a comfortable and safe residence. By introducing the Foresite fall management system, the community ensures that seniors are safe from falls within the community grounds. With round-the-clock care and assistance, residents experience a relaxing and secure accommodation.

Forging meaningful connections with trusted partners, The Bristal at Lake Success takes pride in providing top-tier memory care services with the Feinstein Institute. The community provides 24-hour care and assistance for better quality of life. Residents enjoy three healthy and delicious meals in the country club dining room. Keeping the boredom away and ensuring the wellness of the seniors, the community is equipped with a sports bar, a creative arts studio, a programming room, a wallstreet room, a beauty salon, a cinema, a library, a gym, a music garden, a garden room and court, an internet cafe, and an outdoor patio. With a science-based approach and graceful accommodations, seniors may keep their worries at bay with The Bristal at Lake Success.

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Overview of The Bristal Assisted Living at White Plains

Situated in White Plains, New York, The Bristal Assisted Living exudes vibrancy and warmth, offering a distinctive atmosphere that sets it apart. What truly distinguishes this community is its experienced staff, providing unparalleled assisted living services. The Bristal goes beyond the ordinary by offering independent living and a specialized memory care program tailored for individuals facing memory impairments. Their dedicated management team is unparalleled, ensuring residents receive the utmost care and attention.

Here, pets are welcomed, fostering a sense of companionship and comfort. Residents can enjoy indoor and outdoor common areas, along with recreational spaces like a swimming pool, billiards lounge, and a beautifully appointed ballroom. Engaging activities in arts and crafts centers provide creative outlets, while attentive staff take care of housekeeping and laundry needs. The community’s secure environment guarantees peace of mind, especially for memory care patients. Tranquility reigns in this meticulously maintained community, making it the ideal choice for individuals seeking top-notch memory care living facilities and a supportive assisted senior living experience.

Starting Price $7,400/Month

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Overview of Yorktown Assisted Living Residence

Peacefully nestled in the tree-lined neighborhood of Catherine Street, Cortlandt, NY, Yorktown Assisted Living Residence is a distinguished community that offers assisted living and memory support. With top-notch care and assistance around the clock from a compassionate and specially trained team, residents enjoy the highest quality of life that meets their unique needs. The community also helps with residents’ day-to-day activities and household responsibilities, ensuring a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Elevate retirement with a variety of stimulating activities and enriching programs tailored to residents’ enjoyment and wellness. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with nutritious and delightful meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Medication assistance and transportation services are also available for residents’ convenience. For residents with memory-related needs, the community features beautifully enclosed memory gardens to enhance their cognition. Create unforgettable moments in your golden years in the community’s bright and welcoming environment.

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Overview of GrandeVille Senior Living Community

GrandeVille is a resident-centered senior living community. Seniors who specialize in residential assisted living, memory care, enhanced care, and adult care find a haven for an enriched and fulfilling lifestyle. GrandeVille’s environment focuses on comfort and comprehensive care to help seniors do more and be more as they continue living in a nurturing environment. 

Providing a high standard of quality living, GrandeVille offers premium services promoting a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that meet the unique needs of its residents. The senior living community is a flexible community that will adjust to the needs of its residents–  activities and programs, stunning living spaces, and a 24-hour team of dedicated professionals committed to providing residents with the highest care and support.

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Overview of The Fountains at RiverVue

Operated by The Fountains Operating Company (NY), Inc., The Fountains at RiverVue is an assisted living and memory care community in Tuckahoe, New York, in Westchester County. The community is licensed as an Adult Home. It has 141 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences.

Care at The Fountains is supported around the clock, with staff available 24 hours a day. Registered nurses provide an average of about 1 hour of direct care per resident each day. Nurse aides, who assist with daily needs such as bathing and mobility, provide an average of about 3 hours and 30 minutes of care per resident each day. This level of staffing can give residents regular, hands-on support throughout the day.

Dining follows a restaurant-style approach rather than a traditional institutional setting. Meals include gluten-free, vegetarian, and heart-healthy options to meet different dietary needs. The community also welcomes pets, which can make the transition easier for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

State inspections have generally found the community in good standing. Inspection reports have occasionally noted recordkeeping issues but have not shown a pattern of complaints or resident safety concerns. Families touring The Fountains at RiverVue should ask how documentation and recordkeeping practices are managed daily.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 83, which is very walkable. Many everyday errands and nearby services can be reached on foot by residents and visiting family.

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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.