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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gaines Basin, NY

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Memory care in Gaines Basin 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 Gaines Basin is about $4,639 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 117 communities, read 1766 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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Cost of memory care in Gaines Basin, NY

The average cost of senior living in Gaines Basin is $4,639 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Tonawanda, NY with an average of $4,268 per month.

Memory care costs in Gaines Basin, NY, vs. nearby cities

Gaines Basin, NY
$4,639/mo
$4,527/mo

Memory care costs in Gaines Basin, NY, vs. state and national averages

Gaines Basin, NY
$4,639/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

Memory care costs in Gaines Basin, NY, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,639/mo

Memory care costs in Gaines Basin, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,470/mo
Studio
$5,793/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,698/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,648/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,670/mo

Senior living costs in Gaines Basin vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gaines Basin, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGaines Basin, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$4,639/mo$5,931/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$4,626/mo$5,841/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$3,157/mo$4,697/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Gaines Basin, NY:$4,639/mo
New York:$5,931/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Gaines Basin, NY:$4,626/mo
New York:$5,841/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Gaines Basin, NY:$3,157/mo
New York:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Gaines Basin, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Gaines Basin and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Gaines Basin, NY

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gaines Basin have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gaines Basin, NY$6,861/mo$6,673/mo+2.8%
New York$8,004/mo$7,597/mo+5.4%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Gaines Basin, NY
2024 average cost:$6,861/mo
2023 average cost:$6,673/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
New York
2024 average cost:$8,004/mo
2023 average cost:$7,597/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Gaines Basin

Recent reviews for memory care in Gaines Basin

River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON

5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.

Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca

5.0
We think the facility is very nice. Our experience the past year has been very good. Overall I think our complaint would be with the day of arrival entry process. It was VERY long, often duplicative of questions and things we'd already gone over with the facility, but the bigger issue, I think, ...
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Elderwood Village at Greece in Rochester, NY

4.6
The facility is very clean and has good food and activities. The move in process was very easy. I had good communication for most things. There has been some questions as to what day she is scheduled for a shower and getting it done. Overall, we are happy with our choice.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized care and attention from staff. Numerous reviews highlight the compassionate and caring nature of the staff at various communities. At Rochester Presbyterian Home Cottage Grove, they go above and beyond by dancing and singing with residents and providing individualized attention to make each resident feel at home. Brookdale ...
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Delicious meals and fine dining experiences. The quality of food is a recurring theme in positive reviews. At Juniper Glen Memory Care Assisted Living, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, creating meals that residents look forward to. At Seabury Woods, as described in Seabury Woods, Episcopal SeniorLif ...
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Engaging activities tailored to residents' interests. Communities offer a wide variety of activities to keep residents engaged and active. At Evergreen Place, activities are posted but rarely executed due to the lack of staff, so families are encouraged to participate and entertain their loved ones. At Peregrine Senior Living at Orchard Park, t ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication is considered essential in many reviews. At , the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. At Baywinde Senior Living, the new director in memory care is making efforts to improve commun ...
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Cleanliness and maintained living spaces. The cleanliness of living spaces is a priority for many residents and their families. At , the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room create a welcoming and comfortable environment. At Peregrine Senior Living at Orchard Park, the community is kept clean and the rooms are well-m ...
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Security and safety measures for residents. Residents and their families value the sense of safety in their communities. At Brookdale Pittsford, they take resident safety seriously and provide secure doors and constant supervision. At The Landing of Brighton, The Landing of Brighton is addressed for having a short-staffed facility, wh ...
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Gaines Basin review score based on 378 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 378 reviews of 102 Gaines Basin memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gaines Basin 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

Gaines Basin review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Gaines Basin, NY102 facilities
8.0
Medina, NY134 facilities
8.0
Lyndonville, NY166 facilities

Review subcategories for Gaines Basin 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 378 reviews of 102 Gaines Basin memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gaines Basin 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.
Gaines Basin, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.9
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Gaines Basin memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaines Basin memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaines Basin, 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 Gaines Basin 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 Gaines Basin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gaines Basin, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.1%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.8%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gaines Basin 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 Gaines Basin Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gaines Basin, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.1%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.4%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gaines Basin 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 Gaines Basin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gaines Basin, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.7%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaines Basin 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 Gaines Basin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gaines Basin, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.6%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaines Basin 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 Gaines Basin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gaines Basin, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.3%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.2%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.4%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
59.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
30.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Gaines Basin

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Gaines Basin protect seniors.
Learn about New York memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Brookdale Niagara (MC) and The Village at Penfield are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gaines Basin, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 117 memory care facilities near Gaines Basin, New York. See the full list.
The 117 memory care facilities near you in Gaines Basin, 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 Gaines Basin, 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 Gaines Basin, 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 Gaines Basin, New York ranges from $1235 to $10640. The average Memory Care cost in Gaines Basin, New York is $4,639. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gaines Basin, New York typically starts at $1235. 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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