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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Waterport, NY

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Memory care in Waterport 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 Waterport is about $4,615 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 129 communities, read 1742 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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We had my mother at Traditions for about two years and I highly recommend this wonderful place for your aging parents. [Name removed] and her amazing staff are caring and treat every resident here with love,...
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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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, 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.
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 Waterport, NY

The average cost of senior living in Waterport is $4,615 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Youngstown, NY with an average of $3,992 per month.

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

Waterport, NY
$4,615/mo
$4,527/mo

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

Waterport, NY
$4,615/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,615/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,470/mo
Studio
$5,809/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,722/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,675/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,150/mo

Senior living costs in Waterport 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: Waterport, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaterport, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$4,615/mo$5,931/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$4,603/mo$5,839/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$3,812/mo$4,694/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Waterport, NY:$4,615/mo
New York:$5,931/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Waterport, NY:$4,603/mo
New York:$5,839/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Waterport, NY:$3,812/mo
New York:$4,694/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in Waterport, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Waterport 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
Waterport, 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%
Waterport, 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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 Waterport

Recent reviews for memory care in Waterport

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

Comfortable and cozy living spaces. Many reviews mention the homelike atmosphere at the communities, with residents and families feeling welcomed and comfortable. At Rochester Presbyterian Home Cottage Grove, the staff greets loved ones with 'Welcome home!' and residents are addressed by name. At Peregrine Senior Living at Orch ...
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Dedicated memory care facilities. Several reviews highlight the importance of specialized memory care facilities, where staff are trained to care for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. For example, at Brookdale Niagara (MC), the move-in process involved asking extensive questions about loved ones to ensure they were prov ...
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Heartfelt communication between staff and families. Communication is a top priority for many communities, with staff members reaching out to families regularly and being readily available to answer questions. At Rochester Presbyterian Home Cottage Grove, both the administrator and assistant administrator are quick to respond. At Peregrine Seni ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a significant factor for residents' overall satisfaction, with communities accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences. At Juniper Glen Memory Care Assisted Living, the chef accommodates residents' preferences and even allows visitors to eat with them for $5. ...
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Engaging activities and events. Residents find enjoyment in the activities and events offered at communities, with many praising the variety and frequency. At Brookdale Williamsville, staff members organize a range of offerings, from outings to ice cream socials and trivia nights. At Heather Heights of Pittsford, residents ...
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Thoughtful and caring staff. Kind and attentive staff members are a common theme in reviews, with residents and families expressing appreciation for their compassionate care. At Village at Maiden Park, staff members go out of their way to help residents and support families. At Crimson Ridge Gardens, the director and nu ...
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Waterport review score based on 368 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 368 reviews of 104 Waterport memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waterport 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

Waterport review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Waterport, NY104 facilities
8.0
Lyndonville, NY166 facilities
8.0
Medina, NY135 facilities

Review subcategories for Waterport 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 368 reviews of 104 Waterport memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Waterport 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.
Waterport, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.3
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
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Waterport memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterport memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterport, 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 Waterport 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 Waterport that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waterport, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.4%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waterport 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 Waterport Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waterport, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.5%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.1%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waterport 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 Waterport partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterport, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterport 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 Waterport communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waterport, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
21.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterport 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 Waterport offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterport, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Waterport

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