Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Rochester, NY below include 22 memory care communities with 326 reviews. On average in Rochester, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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1 Treeline Dr, Rochester, NY 14612
4.5
(7 reviews)
"The tour we had at Crimson Ridge Garden was fantastic. The place looked newer. We walked in and talked to the staff right there in the common area. We had a cup of coffee, and then she took us through. She was very good and very informative. She spen..."
$7,000
749 Maiden Ln, Rochester, NY 14615
4.3
(3 reviews)
"BINGO is my mom’s favorite. She even sends me home when it’s time for Bingo Activities are daily and multiple music events. My mom has totally become comfortable in her new home and friends!! ..."
$2,995
1350 Westfall Road, Rochester, NY 14618
4.5
(20 reviews)
"We came for a tour for a family member. We ultimately didn't need placement but I was so impressed with the facility. We were greeted properly and everyone we passed said hello. The facility was clean and very well kept. The administrator also took t..."
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555 Maiden Lane, Rochester, NY 14616
4.3
(29 reviews)
"i can't say enough for the entire Staff for the care my sister received at this Facility. The care and kindness shown to her was so wonderful for the approximate 2 yrs she was there. Also the cleanliness and special things everyone did for her ..."
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1471 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14626
4.3
(25 reviews)
"The Village at Unity was nice. Their food was the best. I had a cauliflower crust pizza, and it was delicious. The rooms were kind of the same, but they were fine. The thing I like about them is that they are nice and bright. They weren't dark and gl..."
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256 Thurston Road, Rochester, NY 14619
4.0
(12 reviews)
"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 recognizes her husband, myself, my siblings, her gran..."
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150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620
4.0
(14 reviews)
"We visited St. Johns, and we know people who worked there. We felt she would be taken cared of there. She has been there a few weeks now. They bring some day care children once a week to visit, and they all liked that. They do massages in the feet an..."
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209 Linden Street, Rochester, NY 14620
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My mother in law was a resident here for 4 years and so loved and cared for. We did not want her in a nursing home and so happy she could age in place at The Linden house! ..."
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626 Norton Street, Rochester, NY 14621
3.7
(4 reviews)
"Norton Place Home would have been my second choice for Dad. The staff was very nice and friendly. They had bingo, dances, outings, and all kinds of activities. The whole place looked very nice...."
$2,900
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200 Kidd Castle Way, Webster, NY 14580
4.1
(61 reviews)
"We toured Castle Pointe. We had lunch there. It was a very nice tour. Everybody was very pleasant. They start with independent living, and they have very nice cottages available. It's also a bit expensive. The facilities were very clean. They have go..."
$3,685
159 Sully's Trail, Pittsford, NY 14534
3.5
(12 reviews)
"My mother moved into Brookdale in January 2024 and is doing great. My sister and I toured many places after her stroke. We met with the sale manager, walked outside and both said "yes" to each other. Walked back in and signed her up and are very glad..."
$5,660
100 Kidd Castle Way, Webster, NY 14580
3.2
(10 reviews)
"We toured Sage Harbor at Baywinde, and it was nice. They include everything but anything they can heat. There's nothing but a refrigerator. No toaster, microwave, kettle, nothing. The person who showed me around was wonderful. They have a front porch..."
$4,140
20 Crossing Creek Drive, Fairport, NY 14450
5.0
(2 reviews)
"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 broke both her hips and never got back on her own feet. ..."
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48 Cottage Grove Circle, North Chili, NY 14514
4.7
(4 reviews)
"Cottage Grove Memory Care was the ultimate place to go. I would go there in a heartbeat. It was very new. They had a beautiful courtyard, and it was all enclosed. It was beautiful. The staff was wonderful. The residents were listening to people playi..."
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160 West Jefferson Road, Pittsford, NY 14534
4.5
(22 reviews)
"Heather Heights was a very nice facility. The tour experience was very positive. It was a very clean facility. The residents seemed happy. There seemed to be good things to do. The staff seemed to be abundant. They did not seem to have a shortage of ..."
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5102 Parrish Street Ext., Canandaigua, NY 14424
4.4
(9 reviews)
"Mom is at Quail Summit. She is in the memory care and I've been very happy with the staff. The facility is very nice. Mom has a studio in the memory care unit with her own bathroom and then a fridge and a sink. They do dessert hour and they watch mov..."
$3,479
900 Cherry Ridge Blvd, Webster, NY 14580
4.3
(21 reviews)
"I went to Cherry Ridge. It was a very nice community. It was very clean and well-kept. They had great facilities. We visited the cafeteria or dining hall. They had a wide variety of independent living floor plans, which was nice. The rooms were very ..."
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90 West Avenue, Brockport, NY 14420
4.3
(17 reviews)
"I went to Evergreen Place - Brockport, NY. What I like most is it's mostly on the first floor, although there's obviously a second floor. There are elevators. The people were very nice. It was clean and lovely. My experience with the staff was really..."
$3,700
1 Sinclair Drive , Pittsford, NY 14534
4.2
(10 reviews)
"Cloverwood Senior Living's apartments are very upscale. The place is luxurious, beautiful, and well-decorated. They have a common room, a game room, and an eating area. The library that they have there is beautiful. I would go there in a minute if I ..."
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4588 Morgan View Road, Geneseo, NY 14454
4.1
(8 reviews)
"My grandmother moved in last year and loves it. Every time I visit, she introduces me to staff members and they each seem to know her well. Staff is friendly and the facility is always clean and bright. Would recommend! ..."
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Memory Care
Jack Baker
5.0
Review of GrandeVille Senior Living Community
i can't say enough for the entire Staff for the care my sister received at this Facility. The care and kindness shown to her was so wonderful for the approximate 2 yrs she was there. Also the...
Memory Care
Sandy
4.0
Review of The Village at Unity & The Hamlet
I looked at The Village at Unity memory care unit. It was all beautiful. I loved it. I thought it was amazing, but it wouldn't be a fit for my Dad because the clients there have to be 100%...
Memory Care
Pam
5.0
Review of Village at Mill Landing
Village at Mill Landing community was very lively. There were lots of activities, the facilities were clean and beautiful. The staff that I met was very helpful. I saw large rooms with spacious and...
Compared to many other cities in New York, Rochester ($4,719) offers seniors good value for money. While Buffalo is only slightly more expensive at $5,926 per month, seniors in New York City, Glen Cove and Nyack will pay an average of $7,188.
Rochester
$4,719
New York
$5,725
The United States
$5,625
Buffalo
$5,926
Glen Cove
$7,188
Nyack
$7,188
New York, NY
$7,188
When trying to decide how to pay for memory care, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of memory care in Rochester and 36 other cities in New York.
In Rochester, 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.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in New York page.
Memory care costs in Rochester are expected to rise by 19%, from $6,616 in 2022 to $7,879 in 2024. While similar to the national inflationary rate of 19.1%, the U.S. average care cost is lower at $5,792. Rochester is more expensive than the state norm, which is projected to increase by 22.3%. Similarly, costs in surrounding cities such as New York City, Buffalo and Staten Island are also projected to follow the 19.1% growth trend, elevating from $4,885, $4,377, and $8,475 to $5,818, $5,213, and $10,094, respectively.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester | $6,616 | $7,304 | $7,879 |
| U.S. Average | $4,863 | $5,369 | $5,792 |
| New York | $5,244 | $6,449 | $6,416 |
| New York City | $4,885 | $5,393 | $5,818 |
| Buffalo | $4,377 | $4,832 | $5,213 |
| Staten Island | $8,475 | $9,357 | $10,094 |
The cost of senior living can vary somewhat drastically depending on the level of care. Other factors, such as amenities, will influence the cost of individual communities. Independent living in Rochester averages $1,265 without daily supportive services. Assisted living, which offers support, meals and assistance with daily living tasks, averages $2,091 monthly. Memory care, which provides additional dementia care services and increased supervision, averages $7,304 monthly.
Assisted Living
$2,091
Memory Care
$7,304
Independent Living
$1,265
There are many resources in Rochester,NY that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring’s New York state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe County Office for the Aging and Adult Services | 585-753-6280 | New York State has 59 Area Agencies on Aging, and they offer services to seniors that include legal services, home-delivered meals, transportation, social adult day services and case management. Seniors can also learn more about volunteer opportunities, get help with their insurance and receive advice about proper nutrition. Support is available to caregivers who need guidance or information about resources. |
Whether living in their own home or in a senior living community, Rochester seniors can find financial assistance from numerous local resources. These organizations help residents cover some of the costs associated with in-home or long-term care and connect them with other helpful community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe County NY Connects | 800-342-9898 | NY Connects is a state government website that directs New Yorkers to an array of useful services available in their communities. Visitors can use the site's search facilities to find a local provider loaning durable medical equipment free of charge. |
| ElderONE Emerson PACE Center | 855-457-4638 | The PACE provider manages all medical and non-medical services in the senior's home or in an adult day care facility or nursing home. PACE combines Medicaid and Medicare services, with the organization responsible for all aspects of care, including the choice of physicians. |
| ElderONE Hudson PACE Center | 855-457-4636 | The PACE provider manages all medical and non-medical services in the senior's home or in an adult day care facility or nursing home. PACE combines Medicaid and Medicare services, with the organization responsible for all aspects of care, including the choice of physicians. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Rochester seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Foodlink, Inc. | 585-328-3380 | Located in Rochester, NY, Foodlink improves food access to seniors in need. The organization sets up pop-up food pantries throughout Rochester, allowing food-insecure seniors to pick up food. Seniors can also visit the curbside markets that make fresh food accessible and affordable. In addition, Foodlink serves as the central storage and distribution site of foods for a 10-county area and distributes these goods to local food banks that Rochester seniors can visit. |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Rochester collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (TRAID) Program - Rochester | 585-442-6470 | TRAID is a federally-sponsored program designed to help New Yorkers with disabilities get the equipment they need to live as independently as possible. Local TRAID centers can also refer visitors to other disability related services available in the area. |
Social Security offices in Rochester help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester Social Security Office 14626 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
| Rochester Social Security Office 17604 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Rochester, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation Access (TRAC) | 866-454-5110 | TRAC is a free service available to Monroe County residents aged 60 and older. It helps seniors find the most accessible and affordable transportation solutions within their area. TRAC mobility advisors can find local transit providers with vehicles suitable for all seniors and can arrange transport on the person's behalf. As TRAC doesn't provide rides directly, it has no authority over the fees charged by providers but does try to find the most affordable transportation methods. |
Rochester retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester Vet Center | 585-393-7608 | The Rochester Vet Center offers a wide range of counseling and support services to veterans without cost. Licensed professionals are on staff to help those battling depression, anxiety, grief and anger, while PTSD care utilizes the latest evidence-based treatment modalities. These include cognitive processing therapy, prolonged exposure therapy and eye movement desensitization reprocessing therapy. Couples and family counseling, intimate partner violence support and referrals for veterans struggling with homelessness, substance abuse and suicidal thoughts, including a crisis line, are available. |
Special Needs Assisted Living Residence (SNALR), designed for those with special needs such as dementia or cognitive impairments, is regulated by The New York State Department of Health. The department is responsible for issuing licenses and conducting surveys and inspections.
Rochester 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.
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