Page 8 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. 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
ArchCare at Mary Manning Walsh Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
New York (Manhattan)
360
Facility 360
NY AVG 138
Rank #32 / 429
No
98
Facility 98
NY AVG 53
Rank #3 / 457
-A683%183.0Private Rooms-
Buena Vida Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
MC
NH
SNF
Brooklyn (Bushwick)
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 138
Rank #103 / 429
No
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 53
Rank #33 / 457
Buena Vida Snf, LLC (For Profit)A1457%271.9--
Westhampton Care Center
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Westhampton (Remsenburg)
180
Facility 180
NY AVG 138
Rank #203 / 429
No
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 53
Rank #443 / 457
Hampton Nh Operating, LLC (For Profit)A-560%163.2-A+
Andrus On Hudson
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Broadway Hastings-On-Hudson (Town Of Greenburgh)
197
Facility 197
NY AVG 138
Rank #185 / 429
No
80
Facility 80
NY AVG 53
Rank #161 / 457
John E. Andrus Memorial, Inc. (Not For Profit)A1060%242.4--
Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
MC
ADC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Bronx (The Bronx)
243
Facility 243
NY AVG 138
Rank #102 / 429
No
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 53
Rank #122 / 457
Wayne Center For Nursing & Rehabilitation, LLC (For Profit)B+1182%191.7-A+
The Village at Mill Landing
MC
AL
Rochester (Ridgemont)
150
Facility 150
NY AVG 138
Rank #72 / 206
Yes
19
Facility 19
NY AVG 53
Rank #218 / 258
Wrp Operating Greece LLCA-16
19%
Facility 19%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #39 / 192
7
Facility 7
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #89 / 192
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #48 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Amber Court of Westbury
MC
AL
Westbury
225
Facility 225
NY AVG 138
Rank #22 / 206
Yes
54
Facility 54
NY AVG 53
Rank #121 / 258
Amber Court Of Westbury, LLCA-8
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #117 / 192
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #96 / 192
1.0
Facility 1.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #90 / 192
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Fredonia Place
MC
AL
RC
Fredonia
84
Facility 84
NY AVG 138
Rank #149 / 206
No
75
Facility 75
NY AVG 53
Rank #70 / 258
Water/Howard Associates, LLCA9
22%
Facility 22%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #47 / 192
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #78 / 192
0.7
Facility 0.7
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #73 / 192
--
Netherbay at Bay Shore
MC
AL
RC
Bay Shore
72
Facility 72
NY AVG 138
Rank #162 / 206
No
82
Facility 82
NY AVG 53
Rank #59 / 258
Bay Shore Senior Management 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-
Manor Hills
MC
AL
Wellsville
137
Facility 137
NY AVG 138
Rank #84 / 206
No
47
Facility 47
NY AVG 53
Rank #139 / 258
Willow Ridge Senior Living, 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 / Semi-Private Rooms-

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Overview of Sunrise of Huntington

Offering assisted living and memory care, Sunrise of Huntington is one of the best senior living facilities in South Huntington. Recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has provided with a welcoming approach. Life in the Sunrise community offers the opportunity and inspiration branded as a Sunrise lifestyle.

Sunrise of Huntington’s accommodations include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years– weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, and specialized programs.

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Overview of Atria Park of Lynbrook

Atria Park of Lynbrook, located in Lynbrook, New York, offers assisted living and memory care options in a residential neighborhood just off Sunrise Highway. The community offers a stimulating lifestyle and convenient access to nearby attractions. Residents can choose from modern studio and one-bedroom apartments with individual temperature control and emergency warning systems. The community’s committed team takes care of maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry, making residents’ life worry-free.

Serving families with pride for more than 20 years, Atria Park of Lynbrook is dedicated to promoting community and connection. Their goal is to offer a dynamic lifestyle enhanced by handy amenities, a packed schedule of activities, and concierge services. Their excellent amenities include a physical treatment room, immaculate grounds, and a circular building intended to promote social interaction. The 2021 Best of Senior Living Award was given to Atria Park of Lynbrook in recognition of their commitment to providing seniors with top-notch care, guaranteeing the best in senior living.

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Overview of Fredonia Place

Fredonia Place offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Fredonia, NY. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care gives a family caregiver a short term stay when they need time to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community. Fredonia Place has 84 beds, opened in 2003, and is operated by Water/Howard Associates. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need that support, and Enhanced Care Services are also offered.

Fredonia Place has a Walk Score of 75, meaning the area is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Netherbay at Bay Shore

Netherbay at Bay Shore is an assisted living and memory care community in Bay Shore, NY, that offers personal care and specialized care for older adults and those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and safety, the community continuously promotes a home-like and secure environment. Chef-prepared meals, 24-hour support, and medication management are among the high-quality services provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also doubles its efforts to meet residents’ needs and preferences through individualized care plans.

Special events, light exercises, and brain-stimulating programs help enhance residents’ cognition and maintain holistic wellness. A therapy kitchen, a wellness center, and an outdoor gazebo are also available, so residents can relax and connect with friends without hassles. Located near Lawrence Lake and public transportation in the residential area of Bay Shore, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. With its exceptional services and top-notch amenities, this assisted living and memory care community is a great choice for senior living in New York.

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Manor Hills

4192-B Bolivar Road, Wellsville, NY 14895
Overview of Manor Hills

Manor Hills is a compassionate assisted living and memory care community in Wellsville, NY, that offers personal care and memory care. With a warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are comfortable. Housekeeping, meal service, and onsite activities are also offered, so residents have a hassle-free living. The community utilizes personalized approach to care to enhance residents’ living experiences.

Residents can freely interact with their peers and participate in a variety of fun activities. An activity room, outdoor seating, and a hair salon are also available for residents’ recreation and wellness. With its ideal location in a quiet residential area, residents experience a laid-back retirement. This senior living community is a good option for retirement in New York, especially with its dedicated services.

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Overview of ArchCare at Mary Manning Walsh Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center

ArchCare at Mary Manning Walsh Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center is a compassionate nursing home in New York, NY, that offers comprehensive care services. The community doubles its efforts to help older adults move into their new home without worries, with its supportive and welcoming environment. 24-hour care, a specially trained team, and maintenance services are also offered to enhance residents’ living experiences. Accompanied by its faith-based approach, the community ensures residents’ needs are met through personalized care plans.

Book clubs, yoga, and a talent show allow residents to interact with their peers and maintain an active lifestyle. A coffee shop, a beauty salon and barber shop, and an outdoor terrace are also among the community’s top-notch amenities that provide residents with more avenues to relax. The New York Presbyterian/ Weill Cornell Medical Center Emergency Department, as well as public transportation, are also easily accessible. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in New York, as showcased by its wide range of care options.

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Overview of Buena Vida Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Located in the lively borough of Brooklyn, Buena Vida Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a distinguished community offering both short term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. Their therapeutic environment is designed to help residents achieve their goals and ensures a conducive setting for successful recovery outcomes. The home’s comprehensive services include therapy, wound care, long-term care, and diverse recreational and cultural opportunities.

Accepting various insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid, they provide a range of amenities such as free Wi-Fi, spiritual activities, a beauty and barber salon, an emergency call system, engaging social and physical activities, home-cooked meals, and more. Family members can also appreciate the flexibility of all-day visiting hours, free parking, private family rooms, guest meals, and a courtyard garden for relaxation. With Wi-Fi available throughout, this environment fosters peace and love.

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Overview of Westhampton Care Center

Westhampton Care Center is a nursing home in Westhampton, NY, offering skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care, and short term rehabilitation. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management alongside other care. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay, while long term care services support residents who need ongoing nursing support. The range of care can suit a resident whose needs shift between rehabilitation, ongoing skilled nursing, memory care, and comfort focused care without changing communities.

The community has 180 beds, placing it in a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually programming. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Hampton NH Operating runs the community.

Rehabilitation services support recovery within the community, while private suites provide a single room accommodation. Outdoor gardens offer access to outdoor space. Salon services, music therapy, therapeutic recreation, and religious services provide personal care and structured activities.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid acceptance matters when savings may not cover a long stay. Private pay allows a family to pay directly.

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Andrus On Hudson

185 Old Broadway, Hastings-On-Hudson, NY 10706
Overview of Andrus on Hudson

Andrus on Hudson provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing on site around the clock. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice supports end-of-life care, palliative care focuses on comfort during serious illness, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care can suit a resident whose needs change over time, including someone who may need a short respite stay or later skilled nursing. Andrus on Hudson has 197 beds. It is a larger community, with more residents, staff, and programming. The community opened in 1953.

Post-hospital care supports recovery after a hospital stay, while complex care addresses more involved medical needs. Rehabilitation services support recovery, and short term rehabilitation is structured for a limited stay rather than ongoing residence. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 31 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. John E. Andrus Memorial operates Andrus on Hudson. A Walk Score of 80 out of 100 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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Overview of Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

Wayne Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation provides nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and adult day care in Bronx, NY. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides supervision for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort when end of life or serious illness needs become central. Adult day care provides care during the day without requiring an overnight stay. The range of nursing, memory, hospice, and palliative services may suit a resident whose needs include dementia support or end of life care.

There are 243 beds, bringing more residents and staff into the setting along with more programming. The home opened in 1999. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 32 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy support rehabilitation. Ventilator and pulmonary rehabilitation, tracheostomy care, IV administration, wound management, and stroke recovery address specific clinical needs. Residents also have access to a salon and spa, transportation, and dining halls where meals can be customized for specific dietary accommodations. A Walk Score of 85 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops or services 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.