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Memory care in Shelby Center 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 Shelby Center is about $4,407 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 135 communities, read 1607 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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The staff here are caring and professional. They treat residents like their immediate family, in the best possible way. My niece has been there for years. They do her hair up when time permits. Another has...
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.
Photo of The Highlands at Pittsford
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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They didn't have an opening but it was really nice! It was more money but they don't charge you a level of care fee so it would have been about the same as the community we chose and my parents could have...
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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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 father has been living there for the last year and a half (he's still there now) and he finds this retirement home ideal for him. Comfortable, warm and safe. The PSW's, dietary, and house keeping staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Shorthills Villa Retirement Community is a senior living community located in the beautiful town of Fonthill, Ontario. As a small, welcoming community within a short drive to area restaurants and shops, our location is the ideal choice for anyone that wants privacy, relaxation and comfort....
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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, Memory Care
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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.
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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Due to covid we have not been able to see much of the community but from what we have seen it looks to be pretty clean. Once again due to covid the activities are on and off. Given the current circumstances...
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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.
Part of The Family Service Communities organization, The Northfield is a 69-apartment Enriched Living Facility licensed by the New York State Department of Health. Conveniently located just outside the village of Fairport, The Northfield offers many amenities including three cooked meals served...
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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.
Established in 1904 as a retirement home, Fairport Baptist Homes enjoys a rich history of providing the quality, personal care seniors so rightfully deserve. Throughout the decades, we’ve constantly looked to adapt, innovate and grow. As generations, society and technology evolves, so do we. The...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Shelby Center, NY

The average cost of senior living in Shelby Center is $4,407 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Youngstown, NY with an average of $3,941 per month.

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

Shelby Center, NY
$4,407/mo
$4,407/mo

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

Shelby Center, NY
$4,407/mo
U.S. national average
$4,875/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,407/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,694/mo
Studio
$5,099/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,295/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,522/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,150/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shelby Center over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shelby Center

Recent reviews for memory care in Shelby Center

Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga

4.6
It is very pricey and they do not have a regular medical check up unless you get sick or need a doctor so we wish that would change. Other than that the community is very clean, the staff we do know are wonderful, our loved one enjoys the meals especially the salads. The activities are still ...
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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.

The Village at Towngate in Rochester, NY

5.0
I would recommend to others. I picked this community because of the good feeling I got when I visited , and it was near my home.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized and welcoming environment. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, with staff members using residents' names and making them feel at home. For example, at Rochester Presbyterian Home Cottage Grove, they call residents 'Welcome home!' upon return, and at Brookdale Williamsville ...
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High-quality meals and accommodating chefs. Residents often praise the quality and variety of meals provided at their community, with chefs accommodating dietary restrictions and personal preferences. For example, at Rochester Presbyterian Home Cottage Grove, the food is delicious, and the chef tries out different recipes, while at Jun ...
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Professional and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the professionalism and helpfulness of staff members, who are quick to respond to residents' needs and go above and beyond to provide excellent care. For example, at Brookdale Niagara (MC), they monitor medical needs closely and keep families informed, while at Brookd ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Residents express appreciation for the cleanliness and comfort of their living spaces, with some mentioning the 'five-star hotel' quality of their accommodations. For example, at Rochester Presbyterian Home Cottage Grove, the community is almost like a hotel, and at Peregrine Senior Living at ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Several reviews mention the wide range of activities offered at their community, with residents enjoying socializing and staying engaged. For example, at Rochester Presbyterian Home Cottage Grove, staff organize dancing and singing activities, while at Brookdale Williamsville, there are 'tri ...
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Clear and consistent communication with families. Families appreciate the regular and clear communication from staff members, allowing them to stay informed and involved in their loved ones' care. For example, at Brookdale Pittsford, staff return calls promptly, while at Brookdale Niagara (MC), they provide updates on care needs and progres ...
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Shelby Center review score based on 341 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 341 reviews of 115 Shelby Center memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelby Center 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

Shelby Center review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Shelby Center, NY115 facilities
7.9
Medina, NY135 facilities
7.8
Middleport, NY132 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelby Center 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 341 reviews of 115 Shelby Center memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby Center 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Shelby Center memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby Center memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby Center, 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 Shelby Center 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 Shelby Center 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
63.5%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.1%
48.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.1%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.2%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.3%
72.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby Center 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 Shelby Center Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27%
46.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.3%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby Center 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 Shelby Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby Center, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.3%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.9%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.3%
41.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.9%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.4%
18.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby Center 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 Shelby Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.2%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
40%
Room service
Room service
20%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby Center 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 Shelby Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
33.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.5%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
51.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
39.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
24.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.2%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53%
46.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, The Village at Mill Landing and Brookdale Kenmore are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shelby Center, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 135 memory care facilities near Shelby Center, New York. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Shelby Center, New York are Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Baywinde Senior Living and Legacy at Grande Vie. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 135 memory care facilities near you in Shelby Center, 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 Shelby Center, 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 Shelby Center, 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 Shelby Center, New York ranges from $1235 to $10640. The average Memory Care cost in Shelby Center, New York is $4,407. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shelby Center, 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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