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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Charlton, NY

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If your loved one needs memory care in Charlton, A Place for Mom can help. With 17 memory care facilities in Charlton, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Charlton incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Charlton memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Charlton, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rapp Road Community Historic District, Pine Hills and Hurstville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Albany, Saratoga Springs and Clifton Park.

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My mother was very resistant to leaving her home, but she was in need of assisted living. The entire staff at Ingersoll Place has helped us through the transition every step of the way and helped my mom come...
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.
Rich in history, Ingersoll Place has provided a supportive and nurturing environment for individuals who are unable to remain in their own homes due to physical limitations or mild to moderate cognitive impairment. Ingersoll Place is a local, not-for-profit organization providing assisted...
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Overall experience was great from onboarding to the living quarters, activities options onsite, tours/trips offsite to the restaurant food options to the staff members and medication handling. The contact...
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.
Are you ready to redefine your independence?Here at our enhanced assisted living community, you’ll have help with things like dressing and managing medications so you can build new friendships and redefine your independence.  So go ahead and take that tai chi class, or join your new friends...
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rooms could be vacuumed more often. I feel the activities need some improving as my Mom is often very bored. I'm overall VERY pleased! Yes I would recommend Brookdale! Absolutely!
Provides: Memory Care
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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. If you and your family are looking for a memory care community,...
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The majority of the staff is kind and supportive to the residents. They provide a variety of activities and outings. After a smooth intake, we have had some difficulty with the responsiveness of the billing...
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.
Come celebrate living at Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park (formerly Beacon Pointe Memory Care Community) - a truly different senior living community for the memory impaired where you and your life are celebrated - emotionally, physically and intellectually. With beautiful surroundings and...
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Overall very impressed with the entire facility, from its friendly engaged staff to the beautiful sitting areas, dining rooms and outdoor patio. They offer a nice variety of activities and g out of their way...
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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My sister recently became a resident at Home of the Good Shepherd, because of some unexpected glitches during her release from the hospital. The people at Home of the Good Shepherd made an enormous effort...
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.
At the Home of the Good Shepherd we offer our residents superior professional care in a warm and inviting assisted living environment. Our size allows us to treat each person as an individual, meeting their own particular needs and encouraging them to remain active and involved with their lives....
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They go above and beyond to keep your loved one as independent as they can for as long as possible. They work with family members to meet your loved ones needs. They include everyone, no matter memory...
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.
There is a difference in assisted living. It's called The Terrace.Living independently is one of the keys to living a healthy, happy life. However, for many, there comes a time when a little help with everyday activities can make a big difference. That's when you can feel secure knowing you can...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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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.
In 1868, Schenectady residents recognized the need for a caring environment for older women. To that end, an organization, known as the “Haven of Rest” was formed. The original location of the residence was on Green Street, in the heart of the Stockade area. In 1901, the name changed to the...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Charlton, NY

The average cost of senior living in Charlton is $4,666 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delanson, NY with an average of $4,479 per month.

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

Charlton, NY
$4,666/mo

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

Charlton, NY
$4,666/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,666/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,388/mo
Studio
$6,206/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,795/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,310/mo

Senior living costs in Charlton vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Charlton, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCharlton, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$4,666/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,681/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,403/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Charlton, NY:$4,666/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Charlton, NY:$4,681/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Charlton, NY:$3,403/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Charlton, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Charlton 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
Charlton, NY$7,274/mo$6,425/mo+13.2%
New York$7,866/mo$7,374/mo+6.7%
National$6,392/mo$5,957/mo+7.3%
Charlton, NY
2024 average cost:$7,274/mo
2023 average cost:$6,425/mo
Percent change:+13.2%
New York
2024 average cost:$7,866/mo
2023 average cost:$7,374/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,392/mo
2023 average cost:$5,957/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
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What families are saying about memory care in Charlton

Recent reviews for memory care in Charlton

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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Beverwyck in Slingerlands, NY

5.0
Beverwyck offers a wealth of activities and interactions with people, even more than I imagined before moving here. No disappointments! It has been easy to meet people and make friends (I knew no one here). The common areas are attractive and comfortable, and have come to feel like home - an ...
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The Terrace at Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY

5.0
My wife and I are very pleased to be living at the Terrace at Glen Eddy. All personnel here are extremely friendly and caring. They are always ready to respond to our needs.

Charlton review score based on 77 family reviews

6.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 77 reviews of 11 Charlton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Charlton 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

Charlton review score compared against nearby cities

6.9
Charlton, NY11 facilities
6.5
Ballston Spa, NY12 facilities
7.8

Review subcategories for Charlton 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 77 reviews of 11 Charlton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Charlton 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.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Charlton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charlton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charlton, 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 Charlton 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 Charlton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Charlton 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 Charlton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Charlton, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.4%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Charlton 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 Charlton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Charlton, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
63.6%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
51%
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Availability of select dining options in Charlton 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 Charlton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
37.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charlton 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 Charlton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Charlton, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Charlton

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Ingersoll Place, Brookdale Niskayuna and Brookdale East Niskayuna are the top-rated memory care facilities near Charlton, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 17 memory care facilities near Charlton, New York. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Charlton, New York is Ingersoll Place. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 17 memory care facilities near you in Charlton, 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 Charlton, 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 Charlton, 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 Charlton, New York ranges from $720 to $11840. The average Memory Care cost in Charlton, New York is $4,666. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Charlton, 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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