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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shawangunk, NY

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Memory care in Shawangunk 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 Shawangunk is about $6,787 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 145 communities, read 2952 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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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.
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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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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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My mother-in-law is in her late 90’s and has been a resident for two years. She was a charter member when the community opened. The interior and exterior facilities are not only beautiful, but also kept...
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.
Photo of Hearthstone Alzheimer's Care - White Plains
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.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IS TREATABLE? WE DO. While presently there is no cure, the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias can be managed and reduced. At Hearthstone Alzheimer Care, we know how to do this better than anyone else. The direct care services we provide...
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Cost of memory care in Shawangunk, NY

The average cost of senior living in Shawangunk is $6,787 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Woodridge, NY with an average of $4,365 per month.

Memory care costs in Shawangunk, NY, vs. nearby cities

Shawangunk, NY
$6,787/mo
$5,144/mo

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

Shawangunk, NY
$6,787/mo
U.S. national average
$5,014/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,787/mo

Memory care costs in Shawangunk, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,645/mo
Studio
$9,568/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,538/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,364/mo

Senior living costs in Shawangunk 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: Shawangunk, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShawangunk, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$6,787/mo$5,984/mo$5,014/mo
Assisted Living$6,651/mo$5,895/mo$4,753/mo
Independent Living$4,145/mo$4,741/mo$4,212/mo
Memory Care
Shawangunk, NY:$6,787/mo
New York:$5,984/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Assisted Living
Shawangunk, NY:$6,651/mo
New York:$5,895/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Independent Living
Shawangunk, NY:$4,145/mo
New York:$4,741/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
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Memory care costs in Shawangunk, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shawangunk 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
Shawangunk, NY$10,618/mo$9,666/mo+9.8%
New York$8,004/mo$7,597/mo+5.4%
National$6,485/mo$6,147/mo+5.5%
Shawangunk, NY
2024 average cost:$10,618/mo
2023 average cost:$9,666/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
New York
2024 average cost:$8,004/mo
2023 average cost:$7,597/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Shawangunk

Recent reviews for memory care in Shawangunk

Brighton Gardens of Saddle River

4.3
Staff is really nice. Feels like a homey place. I toured a lot of places and Brighton Gardens is the best place for us. The fireplace in the lobby is very inviting. The food is really good. The new chef is really good, food is important. The studio is cozy. Very convenient to get to, right off ...
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Maplewood at Newtown

5.0
For overall feedback, my seems to be very happy at Maplewood, loves the staff and has connected well with many of the residents. I know she has been participating in some of the activities too - hopefully more as we transition back to things post Covid19. She seems very happy! I want to thank ...
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The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY

4.0
Mom seems to be doing well here. She has settled in nicely. She does what activities she can due to her dementia. As far as I know, she likes the food I haven't heard any complaints about it. The staff has been friendly and good-natured very professional. The community appears clean and well ...
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Shawangunk review score based on 634 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 634 reviews of 131 Shawangunk memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shawangunk 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

Shawangunk review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Shawangunk, NY131 facilities
7.8
Walden, NY10 facilities
7.9
Ellenville, NY91 facilities

Review subcategories for Shawangunk 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 634 reviews of 131 Shawangunk memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shawangunk 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.
Shawangunk, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.6
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Shawangunk memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shawangunk memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shawangunk, 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 Shawangunk 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 Shawangunk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shawangunk, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.5%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.7%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.1%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.5%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shawangunk 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 Shawangunk Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shawangunk, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.7%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.6%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shawangunk 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 Shawangunk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shawangunk, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.2%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.6%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
60.3%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.3%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.2%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Shawangunk 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 Shawangunk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shawangunk, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.4%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.3%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
45.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.2%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shawangunk 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 Shawangunk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shawangunk, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
67.9%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.5%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.9%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.5%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.1%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.3%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.1%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
64.1%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
46.6%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.1%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Shawangunk

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Spring Village at Danbury are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shawangunk, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 145 memory care facilities near Shawangunk, New York. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shawangunk, New York are Twin Cedar Senior Living, Brookdale Wayne AL/MC and Sunrise of Wayne. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 145 memory care facilities near you in Shawangunk, 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 Shawangunk, 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 Shawangunk, 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 Shawangunk, New York ranges from $1200 to $19284. The average Memory Care cost in Shawangunk, New York is $6,787. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shawangunk, New York typically starts at $1200. 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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