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

In Williamsville, New York, an estimated 24.3 percent of the 5,292 residents are over 65 and diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. To accommodate this population, there are 12 memory care facilities in the city and eight in nearby areas such as East Amherst and Clarence Center. Williamsville has some advantages for seniors living with Alzheimer's disease, such as an air quality ranking that's better than the U.S. average. In Williamsville and the rest of New York, Assisted Living Residences (ALRs) that provide memory care are certified as "Special Needs."

• Like the rest of New York State, Williamsville is tax-friendly for seniors because Social Security benefits are exempt, which may help make paying for memory care more manageable.
  
  
• The violent crime rate in Williamsville ranks at 38.8, which is slightly higher than the national average of 31.1. Property crime is a bit higher at 39.5; however, most memory care facilities usually have surveillance and security systems to ensure resident safety.
  
  
• Williamsville has a harsh winter climate that may be too cold for seniors who enjoy spending time outdoors, with January lows reaching 19 degrees Fahrenheit. The city receives an estimated 90 inches of snow per year, compared to the U.S. average, which is only 26 inches annually.
  
  
• Williamsville 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 Orchard Park.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Williamsville

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.

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

Williamsville-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.