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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Onondaga, NY

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Memory care in South Onondaga 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 South Onondaga is about $5,549 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 90 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Hearth on James
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33 Floor plans available
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9.2
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22 reviews
9.2
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22 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
27%
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5%
2 star
0%
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5%
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At The Hearth on James, the staff is their biggest asset. They got to know my parents well, as well as family coming to visit. Both of my parents have had hospitalizations since being there and the nurses...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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54 reviews
8.9
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54 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
24%
3 star
22%
2 star
2%
1 star
7%
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Maybe the memory care unit would have been better for my mother but it wasn't suggested. She didn't participate in activities as much as I wanted her too. She did enjoy it when they had entertainment.
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
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Photo of Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill
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8.6
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14 reviews
8.6
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14 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
21%
3 star
14%
2 star
7%
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7%
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It's a safe clean environment for my mother, and people treat the residents very well. I feel they could do better getting her involved in daily activities since she can't remember what's going on. It's...
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.
We are a beautiful memory care community located in richly historic Syracuse, New York. Our enhanced memory support services offer our residents an engaging lifestyle that helps them maintain a connection to themselves. We aim to help each, and every resident live in a place where joy and purpose...
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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.
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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.
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Cost of memory care in South Onondaga, NY

The average cost of senior living in South Onondaga is $5,549 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fulton, NY with an average of $5,095 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Onondaga, NY vs. nearby cities

South Onondaga, NY
$5,549/mo
$5,847/mo
$5,847/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Onondaga, NY vs. the state and national average

South Onondaga, NY
$5,549/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Onondaga vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,549/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in South Onondaga, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,010/mo
Studio
$5,286/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,612/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,651/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in South Onondaga over time

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What families are saying about memory care in South Onondaga

Recent reviews for memory care in South Onondaga

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.

North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
I was reluctant to move to assisted living. I have always lived on my own. My family and doctor we're very persistent that I needed the extra help. I have to say, as much as I hate to admit it, they were right. The staff here have been so sweet and helpful. It's like have 5 grandchildren around ...
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Park Terrace at Radisson in Baldwinsville, NY

5.0
My loved one has dementia and onset Alzheimer's disease. She is treated with dignity and respect by all the staff I've met. They are a compassionate and dedicated group who are constantly monitoring and caring for all her mental and physical needs. She is so blessed to have them in her life.

South Onondaga review score based on 27 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 5 South Onondaga memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Onondaga 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

South Onondaga review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
South Onondaga, NY5 facilities
8.8
Syracuse, NY18 facilities
8.8
Solvay, NY12 facilities

Review subcategories for South Onondaga 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 27 reviews of 5 South Onondaga memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Onondaga 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.
South Onondaga, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.0
Activities
4.2
3.9
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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South Onondaga memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Onondaga memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Onondaga, 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 South Onondaga 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 South Onondaga that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Onondaga, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Onondaga 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 South Onondaga Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Onondaga, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Onondaga 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 South Onondaga partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Onondaga, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in South Onondaga 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 South Onondaga communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Onondaga, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Onondaga 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 South Onondaga offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Onondaga, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
60%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Keepsake Village, Brookdale Manlius and The Hearth on James are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Onondaga, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 8 memory care facilities near South Onondaga, New York. See the full list.

The 8 memory care facilities near you in South Onondaga, 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 South Onondaga, 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 South Onondaga, 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 South Onondaga, New York ranges from $1190 to $10660. The average Memory Care cost in South Onondaga, New York is $5,549. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in South Onondaga, New York typically starts at $1190. 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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