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Assisted living costs in Shore Oaks average about $5,473 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 40 communities in Shore Oaks. Our detailed directory has 414 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.

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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.
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.
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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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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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Shore Oaks, NY

The average cost of senior living in Shore Oaks is $5,473 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sackets Harbor, NY with an average of $3,931 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shore Oaks, NY, vs. nearby cities

Shore Oaks, NY
$5,473/mo
$5,426/mo

Assisted living costs in Shore Oaks, NY, vs. state and national averages

Shore Oaks, NY
$5,473/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Shore Oaks, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,473/mo
$5,473/mo

Assisted living costs in Shore Oaks, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,765/mo
Studio
$6,403/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,371/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,797/mo

Senior living costs in Shore Oaks 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: Shore Oaks, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShore Oaks, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$5,473/mo$5,837/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,473/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,289/mo$4,692/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Shore Oaks, NY:$5,473/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Shore Oaks, NY:$5,473/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Shore Oaks, NY:$4,289/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shore Oaks, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shore Oaks 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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Assisted living cost trends in Shore Oaks, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shore Oaks 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
Shore Oaks, NY$5,307/mo$4,799/mo+10.6%
New York$6,714/mo$6,394/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Shore Oaks, NY
2024 average cost:$5,307/mo
2023 average cost:$4,799/mo
Percent change:+10.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,714/mo
2023 average cost:$6,394/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shore Oaks, 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 Shore Oaks.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shore Oaks

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shore Oaks

The Athenaeum of Skaneateles

5.0
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. The Athenaeum will make you feel so much better about this difficult move. Take a tour ...
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The Lodge at Ives Hill in Watertown, NY

5.0
I WOULD GIVE THE Lodge at Ives Hill five stars. You feel like you are a part of a family here and this is home. The staff and residents are friendly, cheerful and courteous. The meals are good. They do everything they can to make you feel comfortable and take care of your many needs. The ...
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North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
The moment I moved in I fell in love with the staff here. They have been helpful from the start. I pulled up with my son and his truck full of my stuff. A couple of nice gentlemen helped my family unload the truck and bring my stuff to my new room. This nice young lady gave me a tour of the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Multiple reviews praise the friendly and compassionate nature of the staff at various senior living communities. At The Hearth at Greenpoint, the staff is described as always pleasant and helpful, while at Brookdale Bellevue AL/MC, they are noted for going above and beyond to help with every ...
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Variety of activities tailored to residents' interests. Several reviews mention the wide range of activities offered at senior living communities. At Brookdale Liverpool, residents appreciate the singing, games, and social events, while at The Lodge at Ives Hill, some residents attend senior day care for additional activities. At Brookdale Belle ...
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Well-maintained living spaces and grounds. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the living spaces and grounds at senior living communities. At East Road Adult Home, rooms are described as great and food as outstanding, while at The Hearth at Greenpoint, the facility is praised for its cleanliness and friendliness. At ...
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Communication between families and staff. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is crucial for peace of mind. At Brookdale Manlius, families appreciate the staff's honesty and willingness to involve them, while at Brookdale East Side, staff is commended for regularly updating families and involving them in car ...
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Individualized care plans. Personalized care plans are essential for ensuring each resident's unique needs are met. At Brookdale Bellevue AL/MC, the staff works well with families to accommodate their loved ones, while at The Lodge at Ives Hill, the enriched assisted living community emphases care over activities and ...
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Flexible dining options. Flexible dining options cater to residents' preferences and dietary requirements. At Brookdale Bellevue AL/MC, residents are pleased with the food choices and options, while at East Road Adult Home, the food is described as outstanding. At Brookdale East Side, mealtimes are a highlight for ...
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Shore Oaks review score based on 132 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 132 reviews of 34 Shore Oaks assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shore Oaks 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

Shore Oaks review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Shore Oaks, NY34 facilities
8.7
Oswego, NY35 facilities
8.6
SUNY Oswego, NY41 facilities

Review subcategories for Shore Oaks 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 132 reviews of 34 Shore Oaks assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shore Oaks 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.
Shore Oaks, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.3
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.7
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Shore Oaks assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shore Oaks assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shore Oaks, 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 Shore Oaks 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 Shore Oaks that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shore Oaks, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.2%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
14.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shore Oaks 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 Shore Oaks Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shore Oaks, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.4%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shore Oaks 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 Shore Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shore Oaks, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
38.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shore Oaks 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 Shore Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shore Oaks, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shore Oaks 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 Shore Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shore Oaks, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
47.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shore Oaks

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shore Oaks protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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