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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Altona, NY

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Memory care in Altona offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Altona is about $6,039 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 181 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Altona Memory Care Facilities | 181 Reviews

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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River Garden Residence is a great place. Nicely set up & well kept. The carpeting in my mother's room is a little worn, & the walls are yellow, which my mother detests & is not allowed to paint. The food is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Altona, NY

The average cost of senior living in Altona is $6,039 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brushton, NY with an average of $2,407 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Altona, NY vs. nearby cities

Altona, NY
$6,039/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Altona, NY vs. the state and national average

Altona, NY
$6,039/mo
U.S. national average
$4,861/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Altona vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,039/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Altona, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,142/mo
Studio
$6,789/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,802/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,144/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Altona

Recent reviews for memory care in Altona

Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, NY

4.1
Searching for long-term care for loved ones is a daunting task. Our family was fortunate to find the Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, New York. Our father suffers from dementia and was in need of care that we simply could not provide at home. The folks at Champlain Valley are ...
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The Residence at Shelburne Bay

4.8
We chose this community because they had assisted living and memory care. She was able to transfer to memory care without having to change facilities. When you walk in, you felt like you were walking into a really nice hotel. The room sizes in the memory center were not so big, but assisted ...
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Maple Ridge in Essex, VT

5.0
Every single thing about Maple Ridge Memory Care is absolutely great! All of the staff have always been helpful and friendly. So kind to my sister, holding her hand, checking in on her if she was in her room. Her laundry was always done when I was there. Sheets on her bed were always clean. ...
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Altona review score based on 81 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 81 reviews of 28 Altona memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Altona review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Altona review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Altona, NY28 facilities
8.8
8.8
Plattsburgh, NY30 facilities

Review subcategories for Altona memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 81 reviews of 28 Altona memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Altona resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Altona, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Altona memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Altona memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Altona, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Altona memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Altona that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Altona, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.4%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32.1%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Altona memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Altona Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Altona, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.1%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Altona memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Altona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Altona, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.1%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Altona memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Altona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Altona, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Altona memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Altona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Altona, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 34 memory care facilities near Altona, New York. See the full list.

The 34 memory care facilities near you in Altona, New York typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Altona, New York, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Altona, New York, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Altona, New York ranges from $1700 to $15255. The average Memory Care cost in Altona, New York is $6,039. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Altona, New York typically starts at $1700. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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