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Memory care in Medusa 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 Medusa is about $4,781 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 65 communities, read 859 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.
Our home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection...
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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living is situated in Pittsfield, MA, a city that is the heart of Berkshire County. This historic area offers much to those who are visiting their family members in the area, and it is a great place for residents to move to and call home. With lush, beautiful landscapes,...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mother in law has Alzheimer's and could no longer safely live alone. She had a difficult time leaving her home of 50+ years. She now has lived in Sugar Hill for months. She loves it and is so happy. She...
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.
Sugar Hill Senior Living Community is a recently restored mansion located on over 20 acres of manicured grounds in the heart of the Berkshires. We offer 24-hour personal assistance in a socially active, gracious residential setting. Our residents enjoy such amenities as beautifully appointed...
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My Dad is happy to be in Valley Vista. I visited him twice during the Covid-19 oubreak as I really worried about him. They took care of him well and there are no Covid-19 cases over here at all. I understand...
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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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In one word, Geer Village has been simply great!
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.
Geer Village is a non-profit, community owned senior living facility which has accommodated seniors for over forty years. It is conveniently located in Canaan, CT in a facility which also hosts a community center, television station, and a YMCA. Our residents are able to enjoy day trips to...
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Cost of memory care in Medusa, NY

The average cost of senior living in Medusa is $4,781 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hobart, NY with an average of $3,601 per month.

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

Medusa, NY
$4,781/mo
$5,224/mo

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

Medusa, NY
$4,781/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,781/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,938/mo
Studio
$5,909/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,937/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,155/mo

Senior living costs in Medusa 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: Medusa, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMedusa, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$4,781/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,767/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,650/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Medusa, NY:$4,781/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Medusa, NY:$4,767/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Medusa, NY:$3,650/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Medusa, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Medusa 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Medusa, NY$7,481/mo$6,875/mo+8.8%
New York$8,004/mo$7,597/mo+5.4%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Medusa, NY
2024 average cost:$7,481/mo
2023 average cost:$6,875/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
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:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Medusa

Recent reviews for memory care in Medusa

Eddy Memory Care at Eddy Hawthorne Ridge in East Greenbush, NY

5.0
I've been very happy with the care my mom received at Hawthorne Ridge. Specifically, you kept her safe. I know too well how devastating the past 20 months have been and was impressed with the hard work of the team there. You've done a remarkable job.

Mountain Valley Manor in Kingston, NY

4.2
The owners aren't very friendly. I believe they are short staffed. I asked how much it would cost for more assistance for my loved one due to a medical condition. There are times where my loved one will have bed sores due to wet conditions. The community didn't even do a virtual visit for a ...
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Promenade at University Place in Albany, NY

5.0
My aunt, [name removed], has lived in the facility for two years. I spent two days with her when she first moved in and was so impressed with the friendliness of the staff and their attention to her needs. I ate delicious chef prepared meals and participated in their exercises and activities. ...
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Medusa review score based on 194 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 194 reviews of 57 Medusa memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Medusa 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

Medusa review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Medusa, NY57 facilities
8.9
Ravena, NY11 facilities

Review subcategories for Medusa 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 194 reviews of 57 Medusa memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Medusa 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.
Medusa, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.8
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Medusa memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Medusa memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Medusa, 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 Medusa 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 Medusa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Medusa, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Medusa 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 Medusa Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Medusa, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50.9%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Medusa 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 Medusa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Medusa, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.4%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Medusa 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 Medusa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.4%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Medusa 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 Medusa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Medusa, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.4%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.1%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
35.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Medusa

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Ingersoll Place, Eddy Hawthorne Ridge and Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie are the top-rated memory care facilities near Medusa, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 65 memory care facilities near Medusa, New York. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Medusa, New York are Ingersoll Place and Eddy Hawthorne Ridge. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 65 memory care facilities near you in Medusa, 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 Medusa, 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 Medusa, 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 Medusa, New York ranges from $720 to $11840. The average Memory Care cost in Medusa, New York is $4,781. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Medusa, New York typically starts at $720. 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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