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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Poplar Ridge, NY

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Memory care in Poplar Ridge 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 Poplar Ridge is about $6,681 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 39 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Brookdale Ithaca AL
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33 Floor plans available
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The staff is amazing- all well trained and lovely people The food gives mom great options with every meal- they do salad and grilled chicken breast as an option always and it is really good! I like joining...
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.
Do more of what you love.Here at our enhanced assisted living community, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or learning something new like a painting class, you have choices for how you spend your...
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Photo of Brookdale Ithaca MC
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11 Floor plan available
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They have not been as forthcoming with some information and some maintenance as I gad hoped. Nonetheless I regard the staff as being very capable and friendly, and the facilities as very good.
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.
Nothing says home like cozy spaces and people who care.If you and your family are looking for memory care and support, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of...
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We are very happy we made the decision to have our parents go to the Athenaeum. My father was there 3-1/2 months before passing away. His CHF was significantly worse over the final month, they accommodated...
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.
The Athenaeum of Skaneateles has been an established subsidiary of Peregrine Health Management, respectfully serving the elderly community in Central New York since 2007. Our Executive Director, Trudy Scarr, has more than 25 years of nursing experience and our staff offers varied experience in...
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I had great experience and felt very comfortable with my loved one being at Northbrook. They always answer calls and emails right away. My family is very happy with our choice to place our loved one there.
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.
About Northbrook Heights Assisted Living Community Northbrook Heights Assisted Living Community is celebrating 40 years of excellence in providing quality care service for the senior population in the community of Auburn, New York and surrounding counties since 1974. Situated in a quiet and...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Poplar Ridge, NY

The average cost of senior living in Poplar Ridge is $6,681 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Penn Yan, NY with an average of $4,320 per month.

Memory care costs in Poplar Ridge, NY, vs. nearby cities

Poplar Ridge, NY
$6,681/mo

Memory care costs in Poplar Ridge, NY, vs. state and national averages

Poplar Ridge, NY
$6,681/mo
U.S. national average
$4,972/mo

Memory care costs in Poplar Ridge, NY, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,681/mo

Memory care costs in Poplar Ridge, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,015/mo
Studio
$8,352/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,410/mo

Senior living costs in Poplar Ridge 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: Poplar Ridge, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typePoplar Ridge, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$6,681/mo$5,934/mo$4,972/mo
Assisted Living$7,105/mo$5,843/mo$4,718/mo
Independent Living$6,070/mo$4,697/mo$4,176/mo
Memory Care
Poplar Ridge, NY:$6,681/mo
New York:$5,934/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
Assisted Living
Poplar Ridge, NY:$7,105/mo
New York:$5,843/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Independent Living
Poplar Ridge, NY:$6,070/mo
New York:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
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Memory care costs in Poplar Ridge, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Poplar Ridge 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 Poplar Ridge, NY

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Poplar Ridge 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Poplar Ridge, NY$6,345/mo$7,038/mo-9.8%
New York$6,868/mo$6,803/mo+1.0%
National$5,492/mo$5,513/mo-0.4%
Poplar Ridge, NY
2024 average cost:$6,345/mo
2023 average cost:$7,038/mo
Percent change:-9.8%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,868/mo
2023 average cost:$6,803/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,492/mo
2023 average cost:$5,513/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Poplar Ridge

Recent reviews for memory care in Poplar Ridge

North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
The moment I moved in I fell in love with the staff here. They have been helpful from the start. I pulled up with my son and his truck full of my stuff. A couple of nice gentlemen helped my family unload the truck and bring my stuff to my new room. This nice young lady gave me a tour of the ...
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The Athenaeum of Skaneateles

5.0
This was the only solution that allowed my parents to stay together. Mother 88 with moderate-severe dementia and father 92 with Alzheimer’s mild. Both required walkers and shower assistance. Mother also needed transition support. Care has been very good, attention paid to medications, food is ...
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Seneca Lake Terrace in Geneva, NY

5.0
We were very happy with everything cost friendly very pleasant staff very clean caring environment. Yes I would recommend Seneca Lake Terrace to other families and have told several constituents

Poplar Ridge memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Poplar Ridge memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Poplar Ridge, 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 Poplar Ridge 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 Poplar Ridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
63.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Poplar Ridge 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 Poplar Ridge Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Poplar Ridge, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
71.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Poplar Ridge 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 Poplar Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Poplar Ridge, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
49.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Poplar Ridge 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 Poplar Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Poplar Ridge 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 Poplar Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Poplar Ridge

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 Poplar Ridge protect seniors.
Learn about New York memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Ithaca AL, Brookdale Ithaca MC and The Athenaeum of Skaneateles are the top-rated memory care facilities near Poplar Ridge, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Poplar Ridge, New York. See the full list.
The 6 memory care facilities near you in Poplar Ridge, 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 Poplar Ridge, 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 Poplar Ridge, 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 Poplar Ridge, New York ranges from $2425 to $11200. The average Memory Care cost in Poplar Ridge, New York is $6,681. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Poplar Ridge, New York typically starts at $2425. 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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