The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Syracuse, NY for 2023

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Syracuse, NY

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Brookdale Bellevue

Provides: Memory Care
4330 Onondaga Boulevard, Syracuse, NY 13219
"We went to Brookdale Bellevue. It was memory care, but I wouldn't be able to go to memory care, just my husband, so they were gonna give me a bedroom and offered him a bedroom next to mine. It..." More

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Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill

Provides: Memory Care
4701 Peregrine Way, Syracuse, NY 13215
"Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill is number one on my list. The tour was wonderful. It's very clean, tidy, and very brightly lit. The staff was wonderful and very welcoming, and they seemed..." More

The Heritage

Provides: Memory Care
750 East Brighton Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13205
"The Heritage is lovely. They take very good care of my mother-in-law. They're conscientious and kind to the residents. The residents seem very happy, too. She's in memory care and they do a very..." More

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Keepsake Village at Greenpoint

Provides: Memory Care
138 Old Liverpool Rd, Liverpool, NY 13088
"My mother moved into Keepsake Village at Greenpoint. The people are very nice, and they also go the extra mile and get us certifications. So that if there's a problem that they can take care of..." More

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Brookdale Fayetteville

Provides: Memory Care
5125 Highbridge Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066
"We went to Brookdale Fayetteville. It was a good experience all the way around. They met with us for a sustained period of time. They answered all our questions. They gave us a tour. They were very..." More

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The Hearth at Greenpoint

Provides: Memory Care
150 Old Liverpool Road, Liverpool, NY 13088
"Nothing is more vital for individuals experiencing memory loss, Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, than finding a secure environment with a compassionate staff that care for residents with..." More

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The Nottingham

Provides: Memory Care
1301 Nottingham Road, Jamesville, NY 13078
"We toured The Nottingham. We were impressed with them, but the one drawback was that they could only accept about 20 people in their memory care wing. The other facility could accept about 68, and..." More

    What to Consider About Memory Care in Syracuse

    The city of Syracuse, which is situated in the heart of New York, has a senior community that accounts for about 12 percent of the 143,000-person population. According to the Alzheimer's Association, about 400,000 New Yorkers have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, which is the most common cause of dementia. This number is expected to increase by 15 percent in the coming years.

    To care for local seniors with dementia, the Syracuse area has five memory care facilities. Three of these facilities are in Syracuse proper, and the other two are located in the nearby cities of Liverpool and Fayetteville. These facilities are generally situated within assisted living residences that are certified as special needs assisted living facilities by New York’s Department of Health.

    • Syracuse has a relatively high crime rate. More than 97 percent of New York cities have a lower crime rate than Syracuse, and its violent crime rate, in particular, is among the highest in the nation. Memory care facilities ensure residents' safety by employing the use of security devices like surveillance cameras, high-security locks and alarm systems.
    • New York does not tax Social Security benefits, and the state provides seniors with a sizable deduction of up to $20,000 on other types of retirement income. This may leave more money in the budget for memory care services.
    • The cost of living in Syracuse is about 17 percent lower than the national average and 46 percent lower than the state average, and medical care in this city is slightly lower than the state and national median. This may make it an attractive option for seniors on a tight budget. 
    • Summers in Syracuse are warm and muggy, with July highs in the 80s and lows in the 60s. January is the coldest month of the year when highs are around 31 and the lows are in the teens. Families may want to ensure that the memory care facility they choose for their loved one takes strides to prevent wandering in dangerously cold temperatures.


    Paying for Memory Care in Syracuse

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in New York

    $6,750.00 Penfield
    $6,161.00 Vestal
    $6,095.00 Ithaca
    $6,005.00 Syracuse
    $5,747.00 US
    $5,488.00 Liverpool
    $5,397.00 Oneonta
    $4,900.00 Webster

    Memory Care costs in Syracuse start around $6,005 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,747 per month.

    It’s important to note that memory care rates in Syracuse 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 Syracuse

    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 Syracuse

    Syracuse 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 Syracuse, please visit our Memory Care in New York page.


    Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Syracuse

    Syracuse-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 Syracuse, NY

    Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Syracuse

    • Review of Brookdale Bellevue

      We went to Brookdale Bellevue. It was memory care, but I wouldn't be able to go to memory care, just my husband, so they were gonna give me a bedroom and offered him a bedroom next to mine. It soun... Read more

      Susan
    • Review of Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill

      Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill is number one on my list. The tour was wonderful. It's very clean, tidy, and very brightly lit. The staff was wonderful and very welcoming, and they seemed ... Read more

      Michael
    • Review of Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill

      My wife has moved into Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill. It's just a memory care facility, so everybody is the same. It's all on one floor. It's only five years old, so everything is pretty... Read more

      Martin
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