Page 30 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. 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. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
Brookdale East Niskayuna
MC
Niskayuna (Town Of Niskayuna)
52
Facility 52
NY AVG 138
Rank #195 / 206
?Yes
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 53
Rank #254 / 258
Cb Niskayuna Operator, Inc-
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
Lake Shore Assisted Living Residence
MC
AL
Lake Ronkonkoma
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 138
Rank #24 / 206
?No
43
Facility 43
NY AVG 53
Rank #153 / 258
Amber Court On The Lake 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
-
Brandywine Living at The Savoy
MC
AL
RC
Queens
160
Facility 160
NY AVG 138
Rank #60 / 206
?Yes
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 53
Rank #61 / 258
Gwc-Savoy, Inc-
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
-
St. James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
St James
230
Facility 230
NY AVG 138
Rank #126 / 429
?No
66
Facility 66
NY AVG 53
Rank #259 / 457
St James Operating, LLC (For Profit)933%273.0-
Sapphire Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Queens (Flushing)
227
Facility 227
NY AVG 138
Rank #21 / 206
CNo
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 53
Rank #25 / 258
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Menorah Park of Central New York
MC
ADC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Syracuse (Eastside)
61
Facility 61
NY AVG 138
Rank #267 / 429
?No
48
Facility 48
NY AVG 53
Rank #322 / 457
Jewish Home Of Central New York Senior Apartments, Inc1450%292.1Studio / 1 Bed
Brandywine Huntington Terrace
MC
AL
IL
RC
Melville
54
Facility 54
NY AVG 138
Rank #194 / 206
?Yes
28
Facility 28
NY AVG 53
Rank #200 / 258
Gwc-Huntington Terrace, Inc-
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
-
Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie
MC
RC
Colonie
68
Facility 68
NY AVG 138
Rank #168 / 206
?Yes
66
Facility 66
NY AVG 53
Rank #87 / 258
Tp Colonie 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
-
High Point Center for Care
MC
AL
IL
RC
Purchase
68
Facility 68
NY AVG 138
Rank #168 / 206
?No
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 53
Rank #226 / 258
Purchase Senior Learning Community Inc-
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
-
Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing
MC
ADC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Brentwood
188
Facility 188
NY AVG 138
Rank #195 / 429
?No
49
Facility 49
NY AVG 53
Rank #318 / 457
Optima Care Brentwood, LLC (For Profit)1030%191.9-

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Overview of Brookdale East Niskayuna

Brookdale East Niskayuna provides memory care in Niskayuna, NY, in a secured setting with supervision for residents living with dementia. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs that level of structure and oversight. It has 52 beds and offers studio residences, giving each resident a single private living space.

Memory care starts at $9,100 per month, giving families an initial figure for budgeting this care level. Pets are accepted, so a resident may be able to continue living with a companion animal. Residents can use the courtyard and garden, salon or spa, and private dining room.

Dementia-friendly menus feature familiar, easy-to-manage selections. Small dining rooms use consistent preselected seating and provide personal dining assistance as needed. Gardening, bingo, yoga, brain games, dancing, art classes, and music offer structured activities, while respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community is operated by Niskayuna Clare Bridge Operator.

Starting Price $9,100/Month

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Overview of Lake Shore Assisted Living Residence

A proud Ambert Court senior living community member, Lake Shore Residence in Lake Ronkonkoma offers a high-standard affordable assisted living experience for seniors living in luxury in Long Island. Compassion, inspiration, and warmth are the driving forces of the resident-focused environment. At Lake Shore, many families trust the retirement home to take care of their loved ones as their own in resort-like surroundings.

The family-like atmosphere of the assisted living community ensures an unwavering commitment to safety and security for its seniors. The residence boasts a vibrant social calendar and a wide range of recreational activities, personalized care plans, therapy services (speech, occupational, physical), specialized diets, medication management, and 24-hour care. Accommodations include a fitness center, a library, a cinema room, spacious lounge areas, and a full-service salon available.

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Overview of Brandywine Living at the Savoy

Brandywine Living at the Savoy in Little Neck is an exquisite community that offers personalized care for assisted living and memory care options. The management and staff ensure that residents get the best of a vibrant lifestyle that is balanced with catering to an individual’s own needs while enjoying their independence.

Contributing to the recognition of the facility is the overall excellent service and caregiving. Brandywine is a heartwarming community that makes residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect staff has provided. Truly a beacon of hope to the community, Brandywine is the leading provider of memory care services, ensuring seniors feel loved and cared for as they relish their senior years.

$7,000/Month

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Overview of St. James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

St. James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in St. James, New York, delivers round-the-clock skilled nursing, residential care, memory support, and short-term respite stays. Memory care units use a secured setup to ensure safety for individuals prone to wandering, while respite stays allow primary caregivers to take time off. Clinical programs cover subacute post-operative recovery, complex medical management, IV therapy, respiratory care, diabetes oversight, pain management, and bariatric services.

St James Operating manages the 230-bed center, which logs an average of 2 hours and 40 minutes of direct daily nursing care per resident. Rehab options feature daily physical, occupational, and speech therapies alongside outpatient services. Kitchen staff includes an in-house chef and a dietitian who collaborate on daily menus to support individual nutritional needs. Set in a neighborhood with a 66 walk score, the location enables some errands on foot.

Interested individuals exploring long-term nursing oversight or specialized clinical programs can contact St. James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center to check room availability or schedule a campus tour. Accepted payment plans include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Contact St. James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

Overview of Sapphire Center

A premier Rehabilitation and Nursing home care facility for the community of Queens, New York, Sapphire Center strives to provide the highest quality of care to its patients. Its range of comprehensive services is designed to meet their patients’ needs.

Located in the heart of Queens and known as one of the best nursing homes, Sapphire has a beautiful facility. It has an enhanced dining area, a backyard garden, and private rooms equipped with the right equipment to meet patients’ needs. At Sapphire, a compassionate team of diverse individuals ensures that every patient can feel at home and safe in their capable hands.

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Overview of Menorah Park of Central New York

Step into Menorah Park of Central New York, situated in Syracuse, where a legacy dating back to 1912 speaks to their unwavering dedication in providing exceptional nursing home services to seniors in the Central New York community. This haven is a testament to their commitment to ensuring the best possible care for each resident.

Among their comprehensive offerings, nursing home physical therapy plays a pivotal role, supported by occupational, speech and language therapists, as well as skilled nursing professionals. This multifaceted expertise makes Menorah Park a sought-after destination for various needs, including post-surgery rehabilitation, stroke care, and long-term support. In addition to offering free Wi-Fi for connectivity, the facility enhances residents’ well-being with a range of services, from a beauty and barbershop to delicious meals adhering to strict kosher guidelines. By integrating an on-site stamp purchase and outgoing mail service, Menorah Park of Central New York creates an environment that values individualized attention.

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Overview of Brandywine Huntington Terrace

A reliable senior living community settling in the peaceful neighborhood of Pinelawn Road, Melville, NY, Brandywine Huntington Terrace provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Live retirement like a vacation for a lifetime with stunning and well-designed residences for maximum convenience and security. With its dedication to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community strives to deliver top-tier care and support around the clock.

Enjoy personal time and create lasting memories with friends in the serene spaces of Brandywine Huntington Terrace. Moreover, the community paves the way for seniors to explore new interests and relive old hobbies with fun activities and engaging programs. Feel good with delightful and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and tastes. With Brandywine Huntington Terrace, seniors spend their golden years surrounded by cozy and peaceful spaces for an experience like no other. The community is recognized as the US News’ Best Assisted Living, Best Independent Living, and Best Memory Care for its world-class service.

$6,500/Month

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Overview of Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie

With 68 beds, Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie offers memory care and respite care in Colonie, NY. Those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia receive specialized care in a supervised environment to ease the risk of wandering. Moreover, nursing services provide continuous support, while 24-hour staffing ensures residents can access services whenever needed.

Residents also receive recovery-focused care to improve their ability to function. The community also welcomes short-term stays to provide temporary relief for families whose usual caregiver needs time away. Moreover, chef-prepared dining accommodates dietary preferences and gives residents the option to eat with others in a social setting.

A Walk Score of 66 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be completed on foot. Meanwhile, outings and transportation support participation beyond the community without requiring a resident to arrange every ride independently. Pets are also allowed, so residents can bring an animal companion.

Contact Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie

Overview of High Point Center for Care

High Point Center for Care offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Purchase, NY, within a 68-bed setting. The community supports private living while assisting with daily tasks. Specialized memory support is also available for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Moreover, licensed nurses and CNAs provide continuous clinical support, while 24-hour staffing ensures accessibility of services at all times.

Three chef-prepared meals are served daily, with snacks available around the clock, so residents can get food between meals as well. Daily wellness and fitness programs, cultural events, educational opportunities, and social events also create organized ways to take part in activities and community life.

Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab are available for residents who need recovery-focused care for a limited stay.

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Overview of Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing

Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing in Brentwood, NY provides nursing home, adult day care, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

Adult day care provides care during the day without an overnight stay. Hospice care supports end of life needs, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management. The range of services may make Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing a good fit for a family whose needs include ongoing nursing, dementia support, comfort focused care, or daytime services.

The community offers rehabilitation and respite care, giving someone a temporary setting for recovery or a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. Private rooms are available, and rehabilitation services support residents working toward recovery within the community. A garden courtyard offers outdoor space, while the chapel provides religious services and the beauty and nail salon provides personal grooming services.

Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing has 188 beds, with 93% of beds occupied. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 40 minutes per resident each day, representing the total nursing time allocated per resident over a day. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and Optima Care Brentwood operates it.

The area has a Walk Score of 49, making it car dependent, with most errands requiring a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for routine errands. The resident dining room provides a designated place for meals within the community.

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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.