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Memory care in West Shelby 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 West Shelby is about $4,473 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 129 communities, read 1741 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The Shire at Culverton is an assisted living community located in the rolling hills and woods that surround Rochester, NY. Our close proximity to shopping and entertainment means that visiting relatives will be able to relax while they spend time with their loved ones. The change in seasons and...
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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.
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Dad’s experience at Baywinde Sage Harbor was a very good one. He had many caring aides and nurses and the caring went all the way to the top administrators. The meals were good and the staff always were...
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.
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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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Cost of memory care in West Shelby, NY

The average cost of senior living in West Shelby is $4,473 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Youngstown, NY with an average of $3,992 per month.

Memory care costs in West Shelby, NY, vs. nearby cities

West Shelby, NY
$4,473/mo
$4,568/mo

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

West Shelby, NY
$4,473/mo
U.S. national average
$4,972/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,473/mo

Memory care costs in West Shelby, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,526/mo
Studio
$5,899/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,704/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,682/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,150/mo

Senior living costs in West Shelby 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: West Shelby, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Shelby, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$4,473/mo$5,934/mo$4,972/mo
Assisted Living$4,460/mo$5,843/mo$4,718/mo
Independent Living$3,130/mo$4,697/mo$4,176/mo
Memory Care
West Shelby, NY:$4,473/mo
New York:$5,934/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
Assisted Living
West Shelby, NY:$4,460/mo
New York:$5,843/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Independent Living
West Shelby, NY:$3,130/mo
New York:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
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Memory care costs in West Shelby, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in West Shelby 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
West Shelby, NY$6,658/mo$6,539/mo+1.8%
New York$8,004/mo$7,597/mo+5.4%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
West Shelby, NY
2024 average cost:$6,658/mo
2023 average cost:$6,539/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
New York
2024 average cost:$8,004/mo
2023 average cost:$7,597/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in West Shelby

Recent reviews for memory care in West Shelby

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.

West Shelby review score based on 359 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 359 reviews of 106 West Shelby memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Shelby 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

West Shelby review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
West Shelby, NY106 facilities
8.1
Middleport, NY132 facilities
8.1
Medina, NY134 facilities

Review subcategories for West Shelby 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 359 reviews of 106 West Shelby memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Shelby 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.
West Shelby, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.9
Staff
3.5
4.1
Meals & dining
3.2
3.8
Activities
3.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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West Shelby memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Shelby memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Shelby, 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 West Shelby 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 West Shelby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Shelby, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.3%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.6%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.2%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Shelby 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 West Shelby Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Shelby, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.6%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Shelby 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 West Shelby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Shelby, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.9%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.3%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in West Shelby 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 West Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Shelby, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
22.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Shelby 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 West Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Shelby, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.7%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.5%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
52.8%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
25.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.8%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in West Shelby

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