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Vanessa

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Sunrise of Staten Island

My dad is a resident of Sunrise of Staten Island. I love them. They've become like our extended family. I love the place. They're amazing. They have taken all the time to get to know my dad. They...

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Vanessa

I visited this facility

Review of The Belvedere

We toured The Belvedere. There was smell of bugs on the floor. There were dirty clothes on the floor. I guess they were in the middle of doing them, but it felt that it had like an insane asylum...

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Cindy

I visited this facility

Review of Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills

The best thing I like about Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills is that their nurse-to-patients ratio is good. They also have a specialty with Alzheimer's, and that program brings their own nurses...

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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Families looking for more affordable memory care services within 90 minutes of NYC may like to consider Poughkeepsie, where the average is $5,963, or Kingston, where it’s $5,625. Those thinking of moving out of state should know costs can be higher, such as in Bridgeport, where $7,841 is average.

New York City

$7,188

New York

$5,725

The United States

$5,625

Poughkeepsie

$5,963

Kingston

$5,625

Bridgeport, CT

$7,841

Paying for Memory Care in New York

Since memory care support is an addition to standard assisted living services, its fees are typically 20-30% higher. To find an average memory care cost, we’ve taken the assisted living fees published in the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey and added 25%. Memory care services in NYC cost around $7,188 per month, which is $1,463 more than the state average and $1,563 more than the national average.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in New York

In Ashland, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in New York page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

To pay for memory care costs in New York, residents typically use a mix of public and private payments. By assessing each of the following programs' eligibility criteria and determining what payment options a facility accepts, seniors and families can develop a sound financial strategy for long-term care.

  • Medicaid: New York Medicaid houses the New York Managed Long Term Care Program Waiver and the New York Assisted Living Program. These programs help qualified seniors pay for services such as personal care, meals and housekeeping.
  • Medicare: The federal health insurance program for seniors doesn’t have coverage for custodial care, which includes the bulk of memory care services. However, seniors can use this program to pay for medically necessary services they receive in memory care communities, including skilled nursing and occupational therapy.
  • VA Benefits: The VA helps qualified veterans pay for memory care services through the Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits, as well as Geriatrics and Extended Care program. These programs help with expenses related to room and board, meals and personal care.
  • Private payments: All memory care communities accept private payments for housing, custodial care, recreational activities and meals. This includes money from investment accounts, Social Security benefits and public and private pensions.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Adult day centers offer the most affordable senior care option, at $1,950 per month. Fees then leap to $5,529 for homemaker services, $5,720 for a home health aide and $5,750 for assisted living, although the latter can easily transition to memory care if it’s within the same facility. A typical semiprivate room in an NYC nursing home costs $12,471, with an additional $760 per month for a private room.

Homemaker Services

$5,529

Home Health Aide

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,950

Assisted Living Facility

$5,750

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,471

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$13,231

Free Memory Care Resources in New York

Older New Yorkers can get help from many nonprofit organizations operating in the city. Resources listed here include help for seniors in memory care communities who may not be getting the quality of care they should. Adults with memory loss and their families can use these resources to connect with advisors who can help them plan for a future with dementia, as well as medical experts who may be able to lessen the condition’s impact.

ResourceContactService
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(855) 582-6769The ombudsman is an advocate for seniors in memory care facilities. It investigates complaints and tries to negotiate resolutions with the care providers. Education also plays a role in the program's wider purpose, with ombudsmen regularly visiting facilities to speak in confidence to residents and inform them of their rights.
Center of Excellence for Alzheimer's DiseaseMultiple LocationsIn New York City, there are several Alzheimer’s Disease Centers of Excellence. They treat patients with the disease and refer them to community-based resources that can provide long-term care. The centers also research the causes and effects of Alzheimer's, ultimately focusing on finding a cure. Additionally, they manage the Alzheimer's Disease Community Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 support to seniors and their families.
NY Connects(800) 342-9871NY Connects is a multi-resource program managed by the state government that supports older residents, people with disabilities and their families. The program connects seniors with memory loss to local agencies that can assist them with a variety of issues related to their condition, including support groups, medical assistance, and legal advice. It can also help low-income seniors apply for the benefits they're entitled to.
CaringKind(646) 744-2900CaringKind is a well-established nonprofit agency that administers a helpline staffed by specialists in dementia care. Callers to the helpline can receive information relevant to their unique circumstances, in addition to learning more about Alzheimer's and gaining referrals to local agencies that can also help. Some of the dementia care specialists are social workers who can provide personalized support for seniors and families trying to plan for a future that will involve memory care.

What to Consider About Memory Care in New York

The New York State Department of Health issues licenses to its city’s memory care facilities. Successful applicants have satisfied all license conditions related to health and safety, staff training, insurance and fire safety. The department inspects facilities regularly and conducts unannounced inspections, revoking licenses from those who do not correct deficiencies identified by inspectors.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in New York

Benefits

  • The City of New York contains over 60 hospitals, including several nationally recognized medical facilities. The Mount Sinai Hospital sits within the city and serves as one of the most respected hospitals in the nation for clinical care. This hospital contains a geriatrics department that serves seniors with memory loss.
  • New York City appeals to memory care residents who enjoy changing seasons, featuring warm summers and cold, snowy winters. Annually, daytime temperatures range from 39 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter to 85 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer.
  • New York City joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network in 2012 and has since fostered a welcoming environment for seniors through affordable housing and senior employment initiatives. Additionally, the city offers a favorable option for those with dementia through its low preventable hospitalization rate and below-average shortage of health care workers.

Drawbacks

  • Crime occurs at a higher rate in New York City than in about 94% of U.S. communities. However, when compared only to similarly sized cities, its crime frequency comes well below the average, providing peace of mind for families considering local memory care centers.
  • New York City’s cost of living surpasses the national norm by 77%. While this results in high memory care costs, many local residential care facilities accept funds from programs such as Medicaid.

 

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in New York

New York Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in New York page for more information about these laws.

New York Memory Care Services and Amenities

Services and amenities in memory care communities play a vital role in engaging residents and helping them maintain physical and cognitive functioning. Some important amenities to consider include tailored dining, activities programming and enhanced safety features.

  • Multisensory Rooms: Memory care residents often have access to multisensory rooms that offer enrichment through touch, sound and circadian lighting. 
  • Specialized Dining Programs: Dementia-informed dining programs provide positive mealtime experiences by incorporating resident-submitted recipes, easy-to-eat finger foods and high-contrast place settings.
  • Memory Boxes: Some memory care communities collect sentimental items, photographs and journals to help residents recall important personal information.
  • Cultural and Spiritual Programs: According to our proprietary Caring.com database, over 90 memory care communities in and around New York City host on-site devotional services. In many memory care communities, cultural and spiritual programs help residents honor personal beliefs and traditions, contributing to a homelike environment.
  • Enhanced Security Features: Memory care communities use motion sensors, alarm systems and security cameras to track residents and proactively manage unsafe wandering.
  • Technology and Entertainment: Many facilities engage residents through features such as VR headsets, cable television and wireless internet.

Reach out to a Caring.com Family Advisor for assistance with comparing memory care communities and finding specific amenities in the New York City region.

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