Page 35 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. 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.
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.
The Heritage
MC
AL
IL
Syracuse
79
Facility 79
NY AVG 138
Rank #158 / 206
Yes
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 53
Rank #170 / 258
Loretto Adult Community, IncA-25
28%
Facility 28%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #54 / 192
15
Facility 15
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #128 / 192
0.6
Facility 0.6
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #65 / 192
Home Instead – Syracuse
MC
HC
HOS
Syracuse
-No
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 53
Rank #212 / 258
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Pine Haven Nursing Home
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Philmont (Village Of Philmont)
-No
15
Facility 15
NY AVG 53
Rank #222 / 258
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Comfort Keepers – South Buffalo
MC
HC
RC
Orchard Park
-No
29
Facility 29
NY AVG 53
Rank #197 / 258
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Glenwell
MC
AL
Cheektowaga
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 138
Rank #97 / 206
Yes
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 53
Rank #212 / 258
Depaul Adult Care Communities, IncA9
11%
Facility 11%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #35 / 192
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #38 / 192
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #34 / 192
Frewsburg Rest Home
MC
ADC
AL
IL
RC
Frewsburg
-Yes
34
Facility 34
NY AVG 53
Rank #180 / 258
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Adira At Riverside Rehabilitation & Nursing
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Yonkers (Greystone)
-No
36
Facility 36
NY AVG 53
Rank #173 / 258
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At Home Solutions – Albany
MC
HC
HOS
Albany
-No
61
Facility 61
NY AVG 53
Rank #102 / 258
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Champion Care
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Rockville Centre
-No
84
Facility 84
NY AVG 53
Rank #53 / 258
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Affordable Senior Care of New York
MC
HC
NH
RC
Brooklyn (Kensington)
-No
96
Facility 96
NY AVG 53
Rank #20 / 258
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Overview of Comfort Today

Operated by the Tanglewood Group, Comfort Today is a senior living community in Jamestown, New York. The community offers assisted living, memory care, independent living, adult day care, and respite care. Residents can receive different levels of support without moving to another community as their needs change.

The single-story community is about 2 miles from downtown Jamestown. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 45, making it somewhat walkable. A few nearby destinations can be reached on foot. However, most errands and outings require driving.

Residents have access to secured entrances, garden paths, and outdoor spaces where they can relax or take a walk. The community also features a fitness center, transportation services for appointments and outings, regular recreational activities, and organized day trips away from the community.

Comfort Today offers five different levels of care in one location. It’s a practical choice for families planning for both current and future care needs. Families touring the community may want to ask which care level would best suit their loved one and how residents typically move between care programs if their needs change.

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Overview of The Wartburg Adult Care Community

The Wartburg Adult Care Community is a distinguished senior living community, located in Kings County, Mount Vernon, NY, offering independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, adult day program, and memory care. The community features 88 studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments that residents can personalize with their treasured belongings and favorite furnishings. 24/7 on-site nursing with physicians on call and emergency response system ensures residents are met with immediate assistance should there be a need.

Empowering residents to stay active and stimulated, the community features their Creative Aging & Lifelong Learning program that features classes customized to best meet the diverse physical and cognitive abilities of each resident. Daily housekeeping, weekly laundry services, and local transportation for shopping and entertainment, provides residents with utmost convenience and comfort. Three daily meals prepared by the exceptional executive chef provides residents with the nutrients they need to stay healthy and energized for a vibrant daily life.

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Overview of Affordable Senior Care of New York

Live a worry-free retirement with Affordable Senior Care of New York, a distinct agency in Brooklyn, NY, offering memory care, home health aides, personal care, nursing care, long-term care, and nursing care. A kind and highly skilled team provides the highest quality of care tailored to older adults’ unique needs 24/7. Older adults can keep their peace of mind with housekeeping services and other household tasks.

Prioritizing older adults’ safety and welfare, fall prevention, disease management, and physical therapy are provided. Delectable and healthy meals can be prepared, ensuring older adults have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Delivering care to the residents of the Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York, Queens, and Richmond, this home care provider is ideal for those needing exceptional care to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of The Heritage

The Heritage provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Syracuse, NY. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. The three care levels can support changing needs over time without requiring a move to another community.

Residents can use the fitness center and wellness program, while the salon and spa provide personal care and on-site wellness activities. Outdoor pathways and a patio offer places to spend time outside, and catered dining services let residents receive meals within the community. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them.

The area has a Walk Score of 37, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for routine errands outside the community.

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Overview of Home Instead – Syracuse

Home Instead is dedicated to serving the thriving community of Syracuse, New York. It brings a team of seasoned caregivers who have honed their expertise in senior care to perfection. They understand the intricacies of providing top-notch care within the familiar confines of a patient’s home. With services ranging from meal preparation to personal care, including specialized Alzheimer’s and hospice care, they’ve mastered the art of delivering connection, comfort, and a high-quality life.

This team’s commitment to excellence makes them a trusted choice for families seeking exceptional care in New York. With their professional caregivers, they ensure that every aspect of senior care is executed with precision and compassion, genuinely enriching the lives of those they serve. Home Instead is your partner in providing the care, comfort, and connection that seniors deserve right in the comfort of their own homes.

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Overview of Home Instead – Albany

Home Instead is dedicated to serving the thriving community of Albany, New York. It brings a team of seasoned caregivers who have honed their expertise in senior care to perfection. They understand the intricacies of providing top-notch care within the familiar confines of a patient’s home. With services ranging from meal preparation to personal care, including specialized Alzheimer’s and hospice care, they’ve mastered the art of delivering connection, comfort, and a high-quality life.
This team’s commitment to excellence makes them a trusted choice for families seeking exceptional care in New York. With their professional caregivers, they ensure that every aspect of senior care is executed with precision and compassion, genuinely enriching the lives of those they serve. Home Instead is your partner in providing the care, comfort, and connection that seniors deserve right in the comfort of their own homes.

Contact Home Instead – Albany

Overview of Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation & Nursing

Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation & Nursing offers nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Yonkers, NY. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide ongoing residential care with licensed nursing on site around the clock. Memory care takes place in a secured setting with supervision, while respite care supports a short term stay.

The combination may suit someone who needs a secure memory care setting or a family seeking short term care while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation & Nursing opened in 2015, and Eric Fischbein serves as director.

Private and semi private rooms are available, with starting prices of $595 for a private room and $495 for a semi private room. The room types correspond to a private or shared living arrangement. Rehabilitation services take place in a modern rehab gym, allowing therapy to be provided on site.

Fine dining includes guest dining options, so visitors can share meals with residents. A diverse recreational program includes holiday parties, entertainment, and fitness classes. Respiratory care provides a specific clinical service. The area has a Walk Score of 36, making it car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Comfort Keepers – South Buffalo

3075 Southwestern Blvd #206, Orchard Park, NY 14127
Overview of Comfort Keepers – South Buffalo

Comfort Keepers is a well-known hospice care service provider in Buffalo, New York, dedicated to offering compassionate end-of-life care to seniors in the comfort of their homes. When a family member faces limited life expectancy, the desire to spend their final days at home is profound. Comfort Keepers understands the emotional and physical challenges this journey entails. Their end-of-life care is specifically designed for individuals in the final stages of a life-threatening condition or those who have reached the end of their life and require daily support and symptom relief. They comprehensively address the family’s care needs. Their team of dedicated professionals provides essential care for your loved one and offers unwavering emotional and moral support to the family during this sensitive time.

Comfort Keepers’ hospice care experts ensure that your loved one’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are satisfied and met with the utmost attention and sensitivity. They offer services like bathing, dressing, toileting assistance, laundry, and food preparation, focusing on enhancing your loved one’s comfort and dignity during their final days. Even after a loved one’s passing, Comfort Keepers remains committed to supporting and assisting families as they navigate the grieving process. With Comfort Keepers, you can find solace and comfort during this challenging journey, making the most of your limited time together.

Contact Comfort Keepers – South Buffalo

Glenwell

2248 Old Union Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Overview of Glenwell

Glenwell is on Old Union Road in Cheektowaga, a suburb in Erie County. It has a Walk Score of 6, which means most people need a car to get around. Because of this, residents mostly stay on the property for their daily needs.

The community has 120 beds and is run by DePaul Adult Care Communities, Inc. They offer both assisted living and memory care in the same building.

Care is available 24 hours a day, and licensed nurses and aides are always on-site to help. The staff assists with medicine, manages care plans, and monitors emergency call systems.

If a family needs a short-term stay, they offer respite care. This is a good way to try out the community. Monthly costs are simpler because utilities are included. Residents also get three meals a day and can visit the on-site beauty shop or barbershop.

The memory care program helps people with memory loss, while others live in the assisted living section. Having both types of care and 24-hour nursing makes Glenwell one of the more complete care options in Erie County.

For families in Cheektowaga looking for a place with constant nursing support, Glenwell is set up to provide the medical care their loved ones need.

Contact Glenwell

Overview of Frewsburg Rest Home

Housed in a Victorian-style building, Frewsburg Rest Home is a senior living community in Frewsburg, New York. The community offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, adult day care, and respite care. Residents can receive different levels of support without moving to another community as their needs change.

Residents receive help with personal care and medication management as they stay as independent as possible. More than 100 hours of scheduled activities and events are offered weekly, giving residents many opportunities to stay active, socialize, and build connections with neighbors and staff.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 34, making it somewhat walkable. A few nearby destinations can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car. Families planning regular visits or outside appointments should take note of this.

Families interested in Frewsburg Rest Home should take a tour to see the community, explore the activity program, and learn more about the available care options.

Contact Frewsburg Rest Home

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.