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Memory care in Nelson 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 Nelson is about $6,224 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 105 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Last Updated: 11/21/25
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Photo of Brookdale Manlius
1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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37 reviews
9.0
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37 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
40%
3 star
14%
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5%
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Their ability to keep family member from regular assisted to enhanced and most likely never have to go to nursing. You can just add on more and more care and they don't have to move.
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.
Live your best life every day and never stop growing.Here at our enhanced assisted living community, you can build new friendships and redefine your independence.  We can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with more involved activities, such as bathing,...
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1818 Photos available
8.9
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27 reviews
8.9
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27 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
37%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
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0%
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A lot of confusion about what personal items were needed and the receptionist often called with a list from the resident before checking with staff. my aunt usually stayed more in her room
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they are. This is where state-of-the-art care meets a passion for...
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Photo of Brookdale East Side
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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38 reviews
8.5
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38 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
26%
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3%
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5%
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The facility itself is very nice, the staff and management are very good, and my Dad seems happy there. They haven't been perfect (which would be a 5), but not much in this world is.
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.
Brookdale East Side is the premiere assisted living community in Fayetteville, New York. Our charming and picturesque town boasts a rich history and a proud heritage evident in today's strong sense of community. Brookdale East Side has an ideal location in a rural area near the theatre and...
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8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
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67%
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33%
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The location of The Inn Menorah Park community is nice. The other residents were very welcoming. Apartments are spacious. However hte activities are lacking and the food needs a major change, it doesn't even...
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.
Whether you’re just starting to consider assisted or actively looking for a facility, there are a plethora of great reasons to consider The Inn at Menorah Park of CNY. With a host of amenities, residential activities, and flexible dining services for all of our patrons, our dedicated team goes...
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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.
Photo of Hamilton Manor Home For Adults
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 memory care in Nelson, NY

The average cost of senior living in Nelson is $6,224 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Norwich, NY with an average of $3,141 per month.

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

Nelson, NY
$6,224/mo

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

Nelson, NY
$6,224/mo
U.S. national average
$4,941/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,224/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,895/mo
Studio
$7,678/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,628/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,200/mo

Senior living costs in Nelson 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: Nelson, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNelson, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$6,224/mo$5,903/mo$4,941/mo
Assisted Living$6,224/mo$5,814/mo$4,707/mo
Independent Living$5,155/mo$4,684/mo$4,156/mo
Memory Care
Nelson, NY:$6,224/mo
New York:$5,903/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Assisted Living
Nelson, NY:$6,224/mo
New York:$5,814/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Independent Living
Nelson, NY:$5,155/mo
New York:$4,684/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Memory care costs in Nelson, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Nelson 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
Nelson, NY$8,185/mo$7,298/mo+12.1%
New York$7,238/mo$7,113/mo+1.8%
National$5,858/mo$5,722/mo+2.4%
Nelson, NY
2024 average cost:$8,185/mo
2023 average cost:$7,298/mo
Percent change:+12.1%
New York
2024 average cost:$7,238/mo
2023 average cost:$7,113/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,858/mo
2023 average cost:$5,722/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Nelson

Recent reviews for memory care in Nelson

Presbyterian Residential Community in New Hartford, NY

4.5
Ask a lot of questions. Don't assume. . . We find out new things all the time. So even if you think you know, ask. And make sure you ask if there is a charge/fee, as that information has been an afterthought on their part. Generally they provide good care to my loved one.

The Inn Menorah Park in Syracuse, NY

5.0
Our family is very pleased with the care that our Mother receives at The Inn Menorah Park. We would highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for Assisted Living care for their love one.

Brookdale Clinton

4.9
I was exhausted, anxious, scared when my partner’s dementia progressed and then her physical health got worse- mostly because she couldn’t communicate or was unaware that she was feeling off. I was trying to be nurse, cook, counselor, recreational director. Trying to fix everything and make her ...
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Nelson review score based on 31 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 6 Nelson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Nelson 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

Nelson review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Nelson, NY6 facilities
8.2
Morrisville, NY8 facilities
6.7
Munnsville, NY11 facilities

Review subcategories for Nelson 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 31 reviews of 6 Nelson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Nelson 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.
Nelson, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.3
Care services
3.2
3.9
Staff
3.5
4.1
Meals & dining
3.2
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.8
Value for cost*
3.0
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Nelson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nelson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nelson, 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 Nelson 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 Nelson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Nelson, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
63.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Nelson 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 Nelson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Nelson, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
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
16.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nelson 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 Nelson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nelson, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Nelson 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 Nelson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nelson, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nelson 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 Nelson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nelson, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Nelson

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Manlius, Brookdale Fayetteville and Brookdale East Side are the top-rated memory care facilities near Nelson, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 6 memory care facilities near Nelson, New York. See the full list.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in Nelson, 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 Nelson, 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 Nelson, 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 Nelson, New York ranges from $1100 to $30000. The average Memory Care cost in Nelson, New York is $6,224. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Nelson, New York typically starts at $1100. 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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