The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Pittsford, NY for 2023

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Pittsford, NY

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Heather Heights Located in Pittsford NY

Provides: Memory Care
160 West Jefferson Road, Pittsford, NY 14534
"I had a very nice tour of Heather Heights in Pittsford. Alyssa was the coordinator. She showed us around. She gave us a lot of good information about what they can offer and what was available. She..." More

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Brookdale Pittsford

Provides: Memory Care
159 Sully's Trail, Pittsford, NY 14534
"We liked Brookdale Pittsford, and we are hoping that we can get my dad in there. One of the main reasons we liked it so much is that they use the Clare Bridge approach to dementia or memory care,..." More

Cloverwood Senior Living

Provides: Memory Care
1 Sinclair Drive , Pittsford, NY 14534
"Do NOT bring your loved one to Glenmere Assisted Living and Memory Care! I was promised all sorts of great things when I interviewed and was taken in by their sales pitch. I told them ahead of..." More

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Caring Star 2015

Castle Pointe

Provides: Memory Care
200 Kidd Castle Way, Webster, NY 14580
"My sister-in-law will be moving into Castle Pointe & Sage Harbor at Baywinde. It was very clean. We ran into some people that were very enthusiastic or not depressed; they seemed to be enjoying..." More

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Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory ...

Provides: Memory Care
100 Elderwood Court, Penfield, NY 14526
"Assisted Living/Enhanced Assisted Living The benefits and amenities at Heathwood Assisted Living & Memory Care are too numerous to count, but a few key highlights are: Three chef-prepared..." More

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Caring Star 2016

The Landing of Brighton

Provides: Memory Care
1350 Westfall Road, Rochester, NY 14618
"The Landing of Brighton was very nice. We looked at the memory care units specifically. We were very impressed with the staff, with the programs, and with the individual who showed us around...." More

St. John’s Home

Provides: Memory Care
150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620
"Mom is in the assisted living part of St. John's Meadows and it is fabulous. We choose it because we have a history with St. John. They have a nursing home and my father-in-law is in their nursing..." More

Linden House

Provides: Memory Care
209 Linden Street, Rochester, NY 14620

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The Homestead Rochester

Provides: Memory Care
256 Thurston Road, Rochester, NY 14619
"My Mother has been living at RPH for about 5 years now. She lives on the 4th floor, the people with the greatest needs live on this floor. She has advanced Alzheimer's, which means she no longer..." More

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Rochester Presbyterian Home - Creekstone

Provides: Memory Care
20 Crossing Creek Drive, Fairport, NY 14450
"My mother is in Creekstone, which is run by the Rochester Presbyterian Home. This particular house not only has memory care, but also enhanced assisted living. She uses a wheelchair because she..." More

Legacy at Grande’Vie

Provides: Memory Care
2140 Five Mile Line Road, Penfield, NY 14526
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Sage Harbor at Baywinde

Provides: Memory Care
100 Kidd Castle Way, Webster, NY 14580
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    What to Consider About Memory Care in Pittsford

    Pittsford, New York, is a town in Monroe County with approximately 29,421 residents. An estimated 19.2 percent are 65 and over, and some are part of the 400,000 New York residents in that age group with Alzheimer’s disease. There are three memory care facilities in Pittsford to accommodate this portion of the population, with five facilities located in nearby areas, such as Rochester and Webster.

    In Pittsford and the rest of New York, the Department of Health is responsible for licensing adult care homes, which are categorized according to level of care. Assisted living residences (ALRs) that provide dementia care are called special needs assisted living. These ALRs must meet strict requirements related to staffing, facility security and other aspects of resident care.

    • The cost of living in Pittsford is 113.8. Although this is higher than the U.S. average of 100, it’s lower than the average living cost for New York state, which comes in at 129. Expenses such as memory care facility costs, health care and transportation may be more affordable in Pittsford than in other New York cities.
    • Pittsford has a violent crime rate of 24.9 while the U.S. average is higher at 31.1. Property crime is lower in Pittsford as well, ranking 23.1 as compared to the national average of 38.1. Memory care facilities in Pittsford and the rest of the state must meet stringent safety requirements, so residents and their loved ones can feel secure.
    • The air quality ranking in Pittsford is 74 out of a possible 100, and the U.S. average ranking is only 58. This makes Pittsford a good place to live for seniors who are sensitive to air pollution or who may have respiratory issues.
    • Pittsford has few facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital specializing in brain health and dementia care located in Rochester.


    Paying for Memory Care in Pittsford

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in New York

    $7,900.00 Cheektowaga
    $7,816.00 Pittsford
    $6,750.00 Penfield
    $6,245.00 Williamsville
    $5,670.00 US
    $5,488.00 Liverpool
    $4,900.00 Webster

    Memory Care costs in Pittsford start around $7,816 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,670 per month.

    It’s important to note that memory care rates in Pittsford and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

    Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Pittsford

    Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in New York page.

    More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

    While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

    • Veterans Benefits
    • Life Insurance Policy
    • Long-Term Care Insurance
    • Reverse Mortgage

    For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in New York page.


    Free Memory Care Resources in Pittsford

    Pittsford and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

    To see a list of free memory care resources in Pittsford, please visit our Memory Care in New York page.

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    Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Pittsford

    Pittsford-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in New York page for more information about these laws.

    Memory Care near Pittsford, NY

    Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Pittsford

    • Review of Brookdale Pittsford

      We liked Brookdale Pittsford, and we are hoping that we can get my dad in there. One of the main reasons we liked it so much is that they use the Clare Bridge approach to dementia or memory care, w... Read more

      Annie
    • Review of Heather Heights Located in Pittsford NY

      I went to Heather Heights Located in Pittsford NY. I liked that they have enhanced care. It was good. There's nothing that stood out to me as horrible or anything. If dad had to go there, I'd be OK... Read more

      Annie
    • Review of Heather Heights Located in Pittsford NY

      I had a very nice tour of Heather Heights in Pittsford. Alyssa was the coordinator. She showed us around. She gave us a lot of good information about what they can offer and what was available. She... Read more

      Pauline
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