About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Merrifield, NY
Assisted living costs in Merrifield average about $5,483 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 55 communities in Merrifield. Our detailed directory has 584 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Camillus, Seneca Falls and Cortland.
Merrifield Assisted Living Facilities | 584 Reviews
Showing 48 communities
Last Updated: 1/8/25
Sort by
Filter by
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
11 Photo available
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
The Athenaeum is the best assisted living facility in all of Central New York. Everyone is so nice and they provide excellent care. It is a sad day when a loved one can no longer live in their own home. ...
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
44 Photos available
5 star
50%
4 star
0%
3 star
50%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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.
We at The Falls Home strive to offer a quality living environment managed by a caring, conscientious, and dedicated staff. We have proudly served our residents since 1973 as a privately owned Assisted Living Facility. We have a caring, professional staff, many of whom have been with us over 10...
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
33%
4 star
33%
3 star
34%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
This community is clean, friendly and helpful atmosphere. The activities are on the second floor instead of the first floor so my loved one does not go often and that is one of the downfalls due to her...
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.
Enriched living at Clark Meadows begins with a philosophy – each day should be spent maximizing one’s health and happiness.Taking a preventive approach, it’s a philosophy stressing the importance of exercising the mind and body, as well as nurturing the spirit.Supporting total wellness, Clark...
66 Photos available
5 star
67%
4 star
11%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
22%
This community is a friendly place. Residents get to know each other and make friends within the community in the common areas. The community has a cat for the residents and the cat has a bed over by the...
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.
There's something for everyone at Horizons, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located in a quiet setting just around the corner from...
88 Photos available
5 star
11%
4 star
56%
3 star
11%
2 star
11%
1 star
11%
The Courtyards at Bethany Village is a nice and clean community. We know we made the best choice for our needs. The staff does a good job of providing care for my mother-in-law. They provide activities and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Courtyards at Bethany Village is helping a growing population of seniors and their families meet the challenges of aging. The Courtyards is an assisted living community that provides residents with a caring, nurturing environment, comfortable studio or a suite style apartment which is...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
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.
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.
5 star
50%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
50%
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.
Greenbriar is a 37 bed Adult Home located in Homer, NY. We have been in business for 35 years. Our facility is licensed by the state of New York. We provide medication management, supervision of diets, we assist with bathing, dressing and all other activities of daily living. We also do laudry...
1919 Photos available
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
For nearly two decades Bridges has built a strategy of success on the creation of a healthy natural environment for small groups of seniors, where people live on their own terms, on their schedule, with an emphasis on personal dignity and choice.
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.
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.
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
50%
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.
Our facility has become an established home for men and women who choose to longer live alone or can no longer live safely in their own home, but do not require a skilled nursing facility. We provide assistance where needed, proper nutritional and social interaction in a safe home-like...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
66 Photos available
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.
Assisted Living at St. Francis Commons offers an affordable lifestyle choice for individuals who wish to remain independent and active, yet may need help with daily activities. Our Assisted Living Program provides residents a warm, comfortable environment that's worry free. When residents need...
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
99 Photos available
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.
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...
5 star
50%
4 star
0%
3 star
50%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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...
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.
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...
Cost of assisted living in Merrifield, NY
The average cost of senior living in Merrifield is $5,483 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Penn Yan, NY with an average of $4,244 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Merrifield, NY vs. nearby cities
Merrifield, NY
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Merrifield, NY vs. the state and national average
Merrifield, NY
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Merrifield vs. other types of senior living
Assisted Living
Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Merrifield, NY by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
Average cost of Assisted Living in Merrifield over time
Merrifield, NYNY stateNational
Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merrifield, NY
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Merrifield.
Private income options in New York
Find ways to combine private income sources to pay for assisted living.
VA benefits in New York
Learn how ample VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for assisted living.
Medicare and Medicaid in New York
Consider Medicaid and/or Medicare to reduce assisted living costs.
What families are saying about assisted living in Merrifield
Recent reviews for assisted living in Merrifield
Brookdale East Side in Fayetteville, NY
4.0
My loved one is a resident at Brookdale East Side. I would recommend this facility to others. The food is just okay. The housekeeping is good. I love the staff, they are very on top of things.
Heathwood Assisted Living at Penfield
4.0
Overall we have been happy and so has my mom. Her experience has been very positive - she has a lot of friends there and the staff, for the most part have been great.
Bishop's Commons in Oswego, NY
5.0
My mother has been at BC for almost four months now and could not be happier. She says she feels like she’s living in a 5 star hotel. All of the staff are not only professional but kind & caring.
My mother has been able to maintain her independence but with a sense that there are people around ...
Read more
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and friendly staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For instance, at The Hearth at Greenpoint, the staff always makes families feel welcome, and my mom has even joined committees to help newcomers and address complaints. At Heathwood Assisted Living at Penf ...
Read more
Choice of apartment sizes and types. Residents and their families appreciate the flexibility of having different apartment sizes and types to choose from, such as two bedroom apartments with kitchens. For example, at The Hearth at Greenpoint, this option was a major factor in families' decisions, and at Brookdale Bellevue AL/MC ...
Read more
High-quality dining experiences. Reviews consistently mention the importance of good food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For instance, at Brookdale Liverpool, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences. At Heathwood Assisted Living at Penfield, the meals are compared to r ...
Read more
Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer a wide range of activities to keep residents socially engaged and active. For example, at Brookdale Manlius, residents participate in movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. At Bishop's Commons, Bishop's Commons arranges activities that conform to residents' in ...
Read more
Thorough communication between families and staff. Frequent, transparent communication between families and staff is crucial for ensuring care needs are being met. For instance, at Park Terrace at Radisson, the staff updates families regarding any issues, and at Brookdale East Side, they hold regular meetings with families, both in person an ...
Read more
Flexible and accommodating care services. Care services are tailored to individual residents' needs, with staff being quick to respond and adapt when necessary. For example, at Seneca Lake Terrace, they work with residents to plan activities and provide personalized care. At The Hearth at Greenpoint, the staff were accommodating to ...
Read more
AI generated from the text of family reviews
Merrifield review score based on 167 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 167 reviews of 48 Merrifield assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Merrifield review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Merrifield review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Merrifield assisted living
When assisted living 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 167 reviews of 48 Merrifield assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Merrifield resident and family assisted living 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.Merrifield, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Merrifield assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrifield assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrifield, 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 Merrifield assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Merrifield that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrifield, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merrifield assisted living
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 Merrifield Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrifield, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.1%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.9%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrifield assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merrifield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrifield, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.8%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.2%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
14.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Merrifield assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merrifield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrifield, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.9%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.4%
17.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Merrifield assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Merrifield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrifield, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.6%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.8%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
64.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.6%
45.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
State regulations for assisted living in Merrifield
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Merrifield protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bishop's Commons, Brookdale Manlius and The Hearth on James are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merrifield, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 55 assisted living facilities near Merrifield, New York. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Merrifield, New York is Bishop's Commons. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Merrifield
- Camillus, New York
- Seneca Falls, New York
- Cortland, New York
- Geneva, New York
- Ithaca, New York
- Skaneateles, New York
- Trumansburg, New York
- Auburn, New York
- Groton, New York
- Homer, New York
- Cayuga Heights, New York
- Tully, New York
- Moravia, New York
- Savannah, New York
- Cayuga, New York
- Cato, New York
- Dryden, New York
- Waterloo, New York
- Lenox Park, New York
- Marengo, New York
More options near Merrifield, New York
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top