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As New York City’s most populous borough, Brooklyn unsurprisingly is right behind Queens as the borough with the most seniors over 65. With its waterfront attractions, culturally rich activities, and fascinating arts scene — and as the geographical center of NYC — Brooklyn enables easy access to surrounding boroughs. The borough offers unique memory care facilities for seniors with dementia.

Memory care communities offer seniors a safe and supportive environment with intentional design features, personalized care services, and specialized programming. Additionally, memory care communities offer care services similar to assisted living, like assistance with daily activities, medication management, meal plans, and more. In Brooklyn, the cost of memory care is around $9,435 per month. It’s slightly higher than assisted living because it offers specialized services and amenities for seniors with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, like 24-hour supervision, therapies, and brain-stimulating programs.

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Photo of The Chelsea at Washington Township
66 Photos available
8.7
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14 reviews
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Facilities are very nice. My mom is in memory care, the memory care wing is just as nice as the regular assisted living. Alzheimers patients are able to keep their dignity and autonomy by coming and going as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
MODEL APARMENTS NOW AVAILABLE!The Chelsea at Washington Township will be the crème de la crème of Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents will be supported by Chelsea’s highly skilled and experienced staff in a lavish setting.The community will be located on historic Pascack Road, just steps...
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Photo of The Residence at Summer Street
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8.7
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There are limited onsite parking including day parking for visitors is a plus, given its location. Surrounding area seems less walkable offsite and had limited access to onsite outdoor spaces, which could be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
WelcomeThe Residence at Summer Street is a premier luxury, and boutique-style Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, in downtown Stamford, CT. When you join our family, you’ll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the...
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Photo of Sunrise of New Dorp
1717 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.7
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Everything gets 5 stars from me. Really great place with an awesome vibe. The people working there are super friendly and make you feel welcome right away. Definitely recommend checking it out!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Monarch Basking Ridge
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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38 reviews
8.7
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It's just a learning curve... we need good communication to make sure everything is going smoothly... everyone does try! Sometimes activities get canceled or happen earlier than on the schedule... my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Basking Ridge affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized...
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Photo of Ciel of Princeton
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8.6
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The dining was very good and changed with resident input. Good chef. The management was efficient and friendly. The had a nice daily cocktail hour. I suspect activities were average. Most of the residents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Experience luxury senior living at Ciel of Princeton — a community offering chef-prepared meals, private and semi-private apartment homes, and a diverse entertainment calendar. Highly skilled team members provide custom-tailored assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here,...
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8.6
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47 reviews
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Everyone who works there takes their job seriously. They really do care about the well-being of the residents. Everyone is helpful and friendly to the residents. This facility has somehow managed to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Arbor Terrace Middletown offers the best in senior living in New Jersey's beautiful town of Middletown. You'll find all the comforts of home with the amenities of a retirement community at Arbor Terrace. Leave behind the worries of home ownership and enjoy a vibrant community of peers and...
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Photo of Brookdale West Orange
1010 Photos available
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I have found Brookdale Senior living to be an ideal place for my sister [name removed] to live during this time in her life. When she arrived there on [date removed], she was welcomed by the staff, who were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. And our community is just 30 minutes away from New York City so you can enjoy all the great shopping and restaurants that...
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Photo of The Terraces at Lawrence
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This is my first experience with a Memory Care Facility. The person who runs it has been great. My father has had some difficulties and they have been very helpful with guiding me.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Brandywine The Savoy by Monarch
1515 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.6
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The studio that my aunt is in is a very spacious one. She is able to have her bed, a recliner, another chair and a two-top bistro table set-up, providing her with space to have guests and enjoy her room. My...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Where city energy meets neighborhood charm, Brandywine The Savoy offers a lifestyle full of connection, comfort, and something to look forward to every day. Located in the leafy Little Neck neighborhood on the Queens–Long Island border, our community offers a peaceful, suburban-style setting just...
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Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Ramsey
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8.6
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The staff is excellent, and the food is excellent. My dad is so happy there! [Name Removed] is such a wonderful person she takes such great care of residents. I would definitely recommend them to others who...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Ramsey is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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Photo of The Greens at Greenwich
11 Photo available
8.6
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8 reviews
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The turnover rate has been bad in my 1 1/4 year exposure. They're On third top administrator. On fourth top nurse in same timeframe. Nurses come and go and I've stopped bothering to learn names. They're all...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sharing the same campus in beautiful Greenwich, CT, The Greens at Greenwich and Greenwich Woods offer a complete continuum of care. Whether it's assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing or dementia care, it can all be found here on our 'Campus of Care'. Because of the...
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Photo of Spring Hills Somerset
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8.6
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The Management are excellent providing answers to any questions you may have. The receptionist are great greeting everyone and the place to go for questions and they will refer you to the right person to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Spring Hills Somerset, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
Photo of Edgehill, a CCRC
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My family and I have had a wonderful experience here. The staff is incredibly friendly and caring—they always know my mom's name, as well as my children's names, and even remember her favorite foods....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Edgehill, a lifecare community by Benchmark Senior Living is conveniently located on the border of Stamford and Greenwich. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Nursing Care. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and...
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Photo of Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd
88 Photos available
8.6
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5 reviews
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The night staff that I interacted with every night while my father was in hospice care were absolutely wonderful. They were not only careful and sweet to my father, but they were very kind to me and my...
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.
The House of the Good Shepherd (The House) is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) certified by the Department of Community Affairs of New Jersey and is located in Hackettstown, N.J.The House offers housing, services, and healthcare ranging from Independent apartments through Assisted...
Photo of Maplewood at Southport
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Cleanliness A+, Staff A+, Activities A, Apartment Size A for Studio, Food (recently) B-. Overall we absolutely love Maplewood at Southport. The holidays were magical in every way and their celebrations are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maplewood at Southport is a luxury senior living community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care. The community is situated on 27-acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and hosts 98 private apartments, a wrap-around porch, multiple dining rooms, outside courtyards, and an...
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Photo of Atria Levittown
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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52 reviews
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The best pluses I saw were the warm smiles of the attentive staff, eagerness to please the client and family, cleanliness of the whole facility and value for the money. I was impressed with the bedrooms...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Atria Levittown offers independent and assisted senior living and memory care in a vibrant, welcoming environment. What sets our community apart is our dedicated staff and our industry-leading Engage Life® program, which fosters meaningful connections. Our community features a bistro, creative...
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Photo of Horizon Manor North Residential Healthcare Facility
66 Photos available
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Horizon Manor North was absolutely fantastic for my mother in law. Very clean, a house setting and lots of fun and excellent food. Staff fully trained and experienced. Just overall great place.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
       A beautiful Victorian Home in lovely Upper Montclair with Tudors and old oaks as your neighbors.  Spacious Veranda for quiet chats overlooking well maintained properties.          18th Century appointed private and...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fleetwood
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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Food is really bad - very small portions. Soup is watered down - long waits to be served Residents and most staff are very friendly - good community feeling
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Benchmark at Roseland
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8.5
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Cleanliness & proximity to our home. Friendliness of staff. Its clean, I understand the residents don't like the food at all. Staff friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Benchmark at Roseland offers quality assisted living and dementia care in Essex County, New Jersey. We honor individuality and celebrate each person's unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and...
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Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Hillsdale East
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The highest isn't high enough. Fox Trail, the staff at 60 Pascack and [name removed] went beyond any and all expectations. Yes we would recommend this community to others. There is a ton of information to...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Hillsdale East offers retirement living in a white-picket-fence home settled amidst a charming residential neighborhood. This charming community offers holistic memory care and respite care options in Hillsdale’s east side. Surrounded by tall trees, this cozy home...
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8.5
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I felt secure watching my mom being comfortable with the group of people at the nursing home, and their welcoming that my mom received on the first day I took her there to check the nursing home. The day I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
SPEND YOUR GOLDEN YEARS ON THE GOLD COAST OF LONG ISLAND Oyster Bay Manor is a homey, warm, and inviting small community nestled in the quaint town of Oyster Bay surrounded by fabulous restaurants, beaches, parks, shops, and historic places of interest. As part of the community residents...
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My mom was hospitalized recently and then put into rehab. People from Promenade visited her and even brought her flowers. We couldn't wait to get her out of the rehab and back to Promenade where we truly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Seniors live happily, in comfort and with dignity at our family owned and operated, state-of-the art dual-care community. For many, it's like being home; for others, it's even better. Natural light, indoor and outdoor courtyards and walking paths, and specially planned activities and services —...
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Photo of Brandywine Colts Neck by Monarch
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.5
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24 reviews
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My Mother in-law was a resident at Brandy wine Colts Neck. From the front desk to the caregivers, everyone was professional and attentive to the residents. The facility is clean and well maintained, with a...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine by Monarch Communities. We have individual suites with spacious floor plans that include a variety of memory care amenities. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call...
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Photo of Brandywine Mahwah by Monarch
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8.5
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What we like the most about the community is their staff and the food is great. Yes, we would recommend Brandywine community to other families based on the experience we have had.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brandywine Mahwah is setting a new benchmark for senior living in Bergen County. With soaring ceilings, sun-drenched interiors, and brand-new renovations throughout, our community blends modern luxury with the warmth of home. Every space has been thoughtfully designed to deliver comfort,...
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Photo of The Bristal at Somerset
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Everyone seems to care about the residents and care staff in particular is receptive to our concerns and the individuals. Don't serve chicken or other meats on the bone to people who can't remember how to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Our methodology

How we rank order the Brooklyn community options above

We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders Brooklyn community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:

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  • Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
  • The amount of detailed community information available

Where we source our information

14,000+ communities

We collect proprietary data from our network of 14,000+ senior living communities in the U.S., with regular refreshes of data and information

350,000+ reviews

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Cost of memory care in Brooklyn

The cost of memory care in Brooklyn is approximately $4,800 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s 2022-2023 proprietary data on what actual families paid.[01]

This cost typically includes the following services and amenities in our partner memory care facilities in Brooklyn:

  • Assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, and dressing)
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Housekeeping and laundry services
  • A meal plan with three meals and snacks daily
  • Standard apartment maintenance and community landscaping
  • Personalized memory care activities (specialized therapies, art classes, and brain games)
  • Access to on-site amenities (TV lounges, game rooms, and crafts centers)

Many of our memory care partners in Brooklyn also offer transportation services, beautician services, and meal accommodations, but they may cost extra.

How Brooklyn memory care costs compare to other boroughs

Brooklyn offers the most affordable memory care options in New York City within our partner network. Seniors save more than $2,000 per month compared to the next most affordable boroughs of Queens and Staten Island.

Here are our 2022-2023 proprietary estimates of monthly memory care costs in the other boroughs:

  • Queens: $7,300
  • Staten Island: $9,600
  • The Bronx: $10,900
  • Manhattan: $12,500

How to pay for memory care in Brooklyn

Seniors and their families typically pull from a variety of private pay options — including savings accounts, Social Security benefits, retirement pensions, and investment returns — to cover memory care costs in Brooklyn. Depending on your circumstance, the following private pay options may help you pay for memory care:

For an overview of these payment options, you can visit the payment section on our NYC page or view our guide to paying for long-term care. Families can also take advantage of public payment methods like VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid to cover some memory care expenses in Brooklyn. You’ll find brief summaries of these three resources below.

VA benefits

Brooklyn is home to approximately 31,000 veterans and more than half of them are 65 or older.[03] To accommodate this substantial veteran population, Brooklyn and New York City provide a variety of resources to help veterans and their spouses cover living and long-term care costs, including memory care. We recommend reaching out to local veterans service organizations (VSOs) in Brooklyn to receive benefits counseling and learn more about your entitled benefits.

The NYC Department of Veterans’ Services recommends the following offices to seniors looking for VSOs in Brooklyn:

New York State Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS)

250 Schermerhorn St., Room 211

Brooklyn, NY 11201

Phone: 718-613-3735

Email: dvsinfo@veterans.ny.gov

Brooklyn Veteran Resource Center

25 Chapel St.

Brooklyn, NY 11201

Hours: Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

These organizations can connect you with VSOs like the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). They help Brooklyn veterans receive and maximize their entitled benefits by putting them in contact with any applicable VSOs.

Medicare and Medicaid for memory care in Brooklyn

Medicare in Brooklyn

Medicare is a federal health insurance program that provides coverage to seniors 65 years of age and older. It doesn’t cover room and board costs for memory care in Brooklyn, but it can pay for medical costs — like doctors’ visits, prescriptions, and more — associated with long-term care. It can also cover some dementia-related tests, medical equipment, and treatments.

You can visit New York State’s consumer guide to community-based long term care to learn more about the city’s Medicare Savings Programs and the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program.

To access Medicare services in Brooklyn, you can use this Social Security Office Locator to contact a local Social Security Administration (SSA) office. Type in the ZIP code and click on “I Need Other Services” to find the nearest office.

Medicaid in Brooklyn

Medicaid is a health insurance program that’s jointly funded by the federal and state governments. It provides coverage to low-income seniors and is called New York Medicaid in the state of New York. The following factors can affect one’s eligibility:[03]

  • Age
  • Disability
  • Income
  • Household/family size
  • Place of residence

New York Medicaid doesn’t pay for room and board in a Brooklyn memory care facility, but may cover medical costs provided in or outside of a facility. Some medical costs include doctors’ visits, immunizations, medicine, hospital stays, medical supplies, and more.

New York Medicaid for seniors with dementia

Qualifying seniors can also use the Specialized Needs Assisted Living Voucher Demonstration Program for Persons with Dementia (or SNALR) — a Medicaid program that prevents seniors with dementia from having to move out if they can no longer pay. This program only applies in participating facilities enrolled in the SNALR program.

To qualify for this voucher program in Brooklyn, a senior cannot be enrolled in or be eligible for New York Medicaid. Here’s the eligibility criteria for the SNALR program:

  • Be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia
  • Have lived at their memory care facility for at least one year
  • Have a monthly income of $7,382 or less
  • Meet the standards for the average regional monthly SNALR cost of $10,602 or less
    • Assets cannot be more than this cost over a six-month period
    • Assets over three months of this cost cannot be transferred for a year prior to the application

Medicaid offices in Brooklyn

To access Medicaid benefits in Brooklyn, seniors can reach out to the following offices:

Coney Island

1912 Mermaid Ave.

Brooklyn, NY 11224

Phone: 929-221-3790

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

East New York

404 Pine St., Second Floor

Brooklyn, NY 11208

Phone: 929-221-8204

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Kings County Hospital

441 Clarkson Ave., “T” Building, Nurses’ Residence, First Floor

Brooklyn, NY 11203

Phone: 718-221-2300, ext. #2301

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Brooklyn South

785 Atlantic Ave., First Floor

Brooklyn, NY 11238

Phone: 929-221-3502

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Note: Some of these offices offer online appointments, while others may be temporarily closed. Be sure to call before your visit.

Care and amenities for memory care in Brooklyn

Brooklyn offers robust options to receive specialized care for dementia. From waterfront properties near Sheepshead Bay to the cozy communities nestled in the brownstone-lined neighborhoods, A Place for Mom offers options throughout the borough. Furthermore, the New York State Department of Health funds Alzheimer’s Disease Program Initiatives to provide services and resources to individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

All Brooklyn memory care communities within our partnering network offer two care options — assisted living and memory care. This allows residents to move in and receive help with daily care, while embracing an easy transition should cognitive impairments arise. Learn how our partnering Brooklyn memory care communities accommodate seniors with dementia below.

On-site care services for dementia patients

Many of our partnering memory care facilities typically offer the following services to accommodate common conditions and needs including:

  • Diabetic care
  • Urinary and bowel incontinence care
  • Hospice or palliative care
  • On-call doctors
  • Visiting podiatrists and dentists
  • Visiting rehabilitative therapists (physical, occupational, and speech)

Many memory care partners train staff to identify cues, redirect difficult behaviors, and manage disorientation symptoms. They also help prevent restlessness, pacing, and wandering among residents.

Dementia-specific activities

It often becomes difficult for seniors with dementia to participate in activities or have conversations like they used to. Therefore, it’s critical to help them engage and connect through purposeful activities. For instance, our memory care partners in Brooklyn help residents maintain calmness and engagement through brain-stimulating puzzles and relaxing activities like painting.

Memory care communities also offer sensory programs and reminiscence therapies to help residents fully engage and recall cherished memories. Plus, they offer stimulating activities like yoga, cooking classes, and gardening to help residents feel connected through creative outlets they enjoyed in the past.

Memory care laws and regulations in Brooklyn

The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) licenses and regulates all memory care facilities in Brooklyn and New York. The NYSDOH refers to assisted living and memory care as adult care facilities that provide housing to five or more adults at a time. Both facilities must receive an Assisted Living Residence (ALR) license to care for residents. To provide memory care services, an adult care facility must obtain a Special Needs Assisted Living Residence (SNALR) license in addition to an ALR.[04]

Regulations for New York memory care facilities

In New York, both assisted living and memory care facilities must provide the following to residents:[04]

  • Housing
  • Daily meals and snacks
  • 24-hour on-site monitoring
  • Personal care and/or home care services
  • Case management services
  • Individualized care plans

To operate with an ALR Special Needs license, an ALR must have the following:[05]

  • A suitable layout and design for dementia patients
  • An admission screening process and resident assessments
  • A staffing schedule and training program
  • Activities, meals, medication assistance, and case management designed for dementia patients
  • Emergency plan that accommodates a dementia population

Inspections for memory care facilities in New York

For memory care facilities, the NYDOH’s Adult Care Facilities division performs inspections on a yearly basis to help ensure quality and resident safety. You can access inspection reports for memory care facilities using this adult care facilities search tool.

Inspection reports include details on the following and more:[06]

  • Inspection dates
  • Violations found
  • Status of corrections for any violations
  • Any enforcement actions taken against the facility

Why do licensure and inspection reports matter to families?

State regulations — and a community’s track record with inspections and licensing — offer important insights into safety and quality of care in senior living communities.

Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports to learn what to look for in inspection reports and what questions to ask when touring communities. This resource explains how to use state licensure and inspection information to evaluate a community’s compliance, care standards, and responsiveness to issues.

Health care for seniors in Brooklyn

Brooklyn accommodates the health care needs of its aging population by providing accessible medical centers. See what the borough’s top-rated hospitals have to offer below.[07]

  • NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. This hospital ranks No. 9 in New York City and it offers an experienced health care staff with award-winning physicians and innovative technologies. It nationally ranks in five specialties — cardiology, diabetes and endocrinology, neurology, urology, and geriatrics.
  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County. This hospital has over 600 beds and houses a world-renowned Level 1 trauma center. It’s recognized for its diabetes care, heart failure treatment, stroke care, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) care.
  • University Hospital at Downstate. This hospital aims to deliver the best care possible by combining world-class care and research. It ranks well in four specialties — heart failure treatment, diabetes care, stroke care, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) care.

Transportation for seniors in Brooklyn

Almost all of our memory care community partners in Brooklyn offer complimentary or at-cost transportation services for residents. Many communities have a concierge who schedules rides and helps seniors get around Brooklyn and the greater NYC area with ease. Keep in mind, many communities limit rides to medical appointments and essential errands to help ensure residents’ safety.

For visiting loved ones, the city offers an abundance of subways, buses, and more. Seniors 65+ can ride with their loved ones and receive a discount on NYC transportation. Seniors can show their Medicare card or call 3-1-1 to obtain a Reduced Fare Metro Card from the New York City Department of Aging. Learn more about local senior transportation options in Brooklyn on the NYC311 website.

Dementia-friendly activities for seniors in Brooklyn

Brooklyn is home to many exciting venues with activities for all ages and mobility levels. Some of our partner memory care communities take residents on outings to Brooklyn’s enticing attractions and events. Seniors are also free to explore the city safely with visiting loved ones.

We’ve highlighted some of Brooklyn’s top dementia-friendly activities to help you explore the area with loved ones who have dementia:

  • Memory Arts Café. This café hosts a series of cultural events for individuals with dementia, as well as their families and caregivers. It was established by the New York Memory Center and the Alzheimer’s Poetry Project as an initiative to offer cultural events for individuals with memory loss. Many events include performances by musicians, magicians, poets, and dancers. There are also holiday parties and storytelling events.
  • Seniors in Touch. The Family Health Center at NYU Langone offers a social adult day program called Seniors in Touch to help older adults experiencing memory loss interact in a safe, supportive environment. The program offers activities like painting and yoga, and runs Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch is provided and handicap-accessible transportation can also be provided.
  • Brooklyn Museum. This museum is one of New York’s largest and features over 500,000 stunning artworks from around the world. The museum offers a senior discount and generous accommodations for individuals with disabilities. There are also virtual and in-person events for individuals with memory loss and disabilities to help them connect and engage with art in meaningful ways.
  • Brooklyn Botanic Garden. This breathtaking 52-acre garden enables seniors with dementia to shut out external noise and calm their minds. It offers a variety of gardens like the Japanese garden, rock garden, herb garden, fragrance garden, and more. The Garden offers a senior discount and is easily accessible to individuals with disabilities. It provides guided tours, and wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. United States Census Bureau. (2022). Brooklyn borough, Kings County, New York.

  3. New York State Department of Health. (2023, August). How to apply for NY Medicaid.

  4. New York State Department of Health. (2023, May). Adult care facility services.

  5. New York State Department of Health. (2022, November). Adult care facility and assisted living common application.

  6. New York State Department of Health. (2023). NYS Health profiles: Adult care facilities by region/county.

  7. U.S. News and World Report. (2023). Hospitals in Brooklyn, NY.

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1.

A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

2.

United States Census Bureau. (2022). Brooklyn borough, Kings County, New York.

3.

New York State Department of Health. (2023, August). How to apply for NY Medicaid.

4.

New York State Department of Health. (2023, May). Adult care facility services.

5.

New York State Department of Health. (2022, November). Adult care facility and assisted living common application.

6.

New York State Department of Health. (2023). NYS Health profiles: Adult care facilities by region/county.

7.

U.S. News and World Report. (2023). Hospitals in Brooklyn, NY.