Memory Garden

Overview of Memory Garden

Located in Tanglewood Manor in Jamestown, New York, Memory Garden is a top-notch memory care service catering to seniors suffering from Alzheimer’s. They understand that it can be challenging to face this journey, so they have prepared an environment that promotes their residents’ sense of security, self-worth, dignity, and independence.

Their memory care specialists empower residents to live independently in a vibrant and caring environment. They believe “the key to longevity is staying young at heart,” so they encourage their residents to live a full and active lifestyle while embracing their memory care needs.

(716) 488-9434

56-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 50 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Facility TypeAdult Home

CountyChautauqua

Memory Garden is legally operated by Memory Garden at Tanglewood, Inc..

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 1 enforcement action 17 violations 8 inspections

Inspection Score

16 points below the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Enforcement Actions Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2021

1 enforcement action

This facility has 1 enforcement action. 77% of New York assisted living residences have zero, and the statewide average is 0.6.

June 30, 2025 #ACF-25-041

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection May 12, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	8	9	This facility has 11% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (8 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 11% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	7	4	This facility has 75% more inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (7 vs. NY avg 4).↑ 75% worse
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	88%	44%	This facility has 44 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (88% vs. NY avg 44%).↑ 44% worse Rank #280 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 280th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	6	6	This facility has complaint visits in line with the New York average (6 vs. NY avg 6).— At avg Rank #212 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 212th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violations Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total violations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	17	14.5	This facility has 17% more total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (17 vs. NY avg 14.5).↑ 17% worse Rank #264 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 264th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Violations per year Average violations per year since 2021.	3.4	2.9	This facility has 17% more violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (3.4 vs. NY avg 2.9).↑ 17% worse
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	2.1	1.6	This facility has 31% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (2.1 vs. NY avg 1.6).↑ 31% worse Rank #280 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 280th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violation breakdown

3 Admission Standards NY avg: 0.5

1 Civil Penalties NY avg: 0.1

1 General Requirements NY avg: 0.1

2 Medication Management NY avg: 0.4

1 Operating Certificate NY avg: 0.2

2 Resident Protections NY avg: 0.4

4 Resident Services NY avg: 2.9

3 Retention and Standards NY avg: 0.8

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

May 12, 2025 complaint investigation found 2 deficiencies in resident protections and admission/retention standards, with plan of correction under review.
March 25, 2025 renewal inspection cited 5 violations including admission standards, resident services, medication management, and general requirements; plan of correction under review.
Multiple prior inspections from 2021 to 2024 showed deficiencies mostly in admission standards and resident services, with plans of correction approved and no substantiated complaints.

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Total Cases 1

Active Cases 1

Closed 0

Since 2025

Most Recent 2025

Next Court Date May 08, 2026

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Building Type: Two-storey

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

2.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Jamestown's city center to Memory Garden's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.1 miles to nearest hospital (Mazany Contract Interiors)

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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled

General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+

General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $15,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+

General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.

Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.

Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits

Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+

General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.

Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits

Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)

General NYC resident, able to share living space.

Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.

Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits

Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

Compare Assisted Living around Jamestown

The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.


Tanglewood Manor	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Jamestown (Fairmount Avenue)	158 Facility 158 NY AVG 160 Rank #332 / 748	Yes	50 Facility 50 NY AVG 63 Rank #781 / 1173	Tanglewood Manor, Inc.	79 Facility 79 NY AVG 83 Rank #232 / 344	11	72.7% Facility 72.7% NY AVG 44.4% Rank #254 / 318	6 Facility 6 NY AVG 6 Rank #212 / 318	22 Facility 22 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #276 / 318	2.0 Facility 2.0 NY AVG 1.6 Rank #267 / 318	-
Memory Garden	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Jamestown (Fairmount Avenue)	56 Facility 56 NY AVG 160 Rank #666 / 748	Yes	50 Facility 50 NY AVG 63 Rank #781 / 1173	Memory Garden At Tanglewood, Inc.	67 Facility 67 NY AVG 83 Rank #313 / 344	8	87.5% Facility 87.5% NY AVG 44.4% Rank #280 / 318	6 Facility 6 NY AVG 6 Rank #212 / 318	17 Facility 17 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #264 / 318	2.1 Facility 2.1 NY AVG 1.6 Rank #280 / 318	-

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What neighborhood is Memory Garden in?

Memory Garden is in the Fairmount Avenue neighborhood of Jamestown.

Who is the owner of Memory Garden?

The legal owner and operator of Memory Garden is Memory Garden at Tanglewood, Inc..

Is Memory Garden in a walkable area?

Memory Garden has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Memory Garden have?

Memory Garden has 56 beds.

Are there photos of Memory Garden?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Memory Garden in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Memory Garden?

Memory Garden is located at 560 Fairmount Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701, United States.

What is the phone number of Memory Garden?

(716) 488-9434 will put you in contact with the team at Memory Garden.

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