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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Essex, NY
If your loved one needs memory care in Essex, A Place for Mom can help. With 9 memory care facilities in Essex, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Essex incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Essex memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Essex, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Burlington, Vergennes and Shelburne.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Burlington, Vergennes and Shelburne.
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9.4
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16 reviews
I have been very pleased with my decision to move here! I had visited several other places but kept returning to The Residence at Shelburne Bay. Dimmer lighting, less friendly, one bedroom apt seemed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Residence at Shelburne Bay is an independent, assisted and memory care living community nestled in the friendly southwestern Vermont town of Shelburne, VT. Situated just a short distance from the breathtaking vistas of Lake Champlain, The Residence at Shelburne Bay is located within easy...
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9.3
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19 reviews
Moving in was very smooth. The man who helped was cheerful and efficient. The admission process was also very good. The facility is quite nice with a feeling of an old high class hotel rather than an...
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.
The Champlain Valley Senior Community offers a skilled nursing enhanced assisted living & memory care community. We are also family owned and operated which helps ensure high staffing ratios and personalized care.The Champlain Valley Senior Community's enhanced license enables our staff to...
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9.0
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17 reviews
The Arbors of Shelburne gets all 5 stars. All the staff was helpful ALL the time. I'm not saying that this was the best experience but was as good as it could get. Would not have a problem recommending...
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.
The Arbors at Shelburne is a beautiful residential care community exclusively dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and related memory impairments. Our goal is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling. Licensed by the...
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8.0
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21 reviews
Right after we moved in we immediately made friends with the other people on our floor. They have been very helpful. Maintenance is prompt. All the ladies in the staff have been available when needed. We...
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.
Harbor Village offers comfortable, spacious apartments available on a month-to-month lease, offering supportive independent living and assisted living so that you can enjoy your retirement years.Staff available 24 hours for emergencies, with emergency call systems in all apartments, minimum one...
9.3
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10 reviews
I am happy to say that I chose a nice place for my needs. After five years I would highly recommend Harbors Village to all my friends.
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.
Harborview offers comfortable, spacious apartments available on a month-to-month lease, offering supportive independent living, so that you can enjoy your retirement years.
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.
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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The Terraces is an independent living senior community. There is no assisted living or memory care support however you can arrange to have home care visit. Every building has a stair chair and each...
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 Essex, NY
The average cost of senior living in Essex is $6,800 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saranac Lake, NY with an average of $5,562 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Essex, NY vs. nearby cities
Essex, NY
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Essex, NY vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Essex, NY by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Essex
Recent reviews for memory care in Essex
Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, NY
4.1
Searching for long-term care for loved ones is a daunting task. Our family was fortunate to find the Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, New York. Our father suffers from dementia and was in need of care that we simply could not provide at home. The folks at Champlain Valley are ...
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The Residence at Shelburne Bay
4.8
We chose this community because they had assisted living and memory care. She was able to transfer to memory care without having to change facilities. When you walk in, you felt like you were walking into a really nice hotel. The room sizes in the memory center were not so big, but assisted ...
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Maple Ridge Memory Care in Essex, VT
5.0
Every single thing about Maple Ridge Memory Care is absolutely great! All of the staff have always been helpful and friendly. So kind to my sister, holding her hand, checking in on her if she was in her room. Her laundry was always done when I was there. Sheets on her bed were always clean. ...
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Essex review score based on 35 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 8 Essex memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Essex 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
Essex review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Essex 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 35 reviews of 8 Essex memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Essex 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.Essex, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Essex memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essex memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essex, 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 Essex 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 Essex 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
50%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Essex 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 Essex Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Essex, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Essex 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 Essex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Essex 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 Essex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Essex, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essex 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 Essex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Residence at Quarry Hill, The Residence at Shelburne Bay and Champlain Valley Senior Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Essex, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 9 memory care facilities near Essex, New York. See the full list.
The 9 memory care facilities near you in Essex, 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 Essex, 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 Essex, 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 Essex, New York ranges from $1200 to $19210. The average Memory Care cost in Essex, New York is $6,800. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Essex, New York typically starts at $1200. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Essex
- Burlington, Vermont
- Vergennes, Vermont
- Shelburne, Vermont
- Richmond, Vermont
- Bristol, Vermont
- Cold Spring Park, New York
- Moriah, New York
- South Burlington, Vermont
- Williston, Vermont
- North Ferrisburgh, Vermont
- North Williston, Vermont
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- Starr Farm Beach, Vermont
- Westport, New York
- Hinesburg, Vermont
- Downingville, Vermont
- Rocky Dale, Vermont
- Lincoln, Vermont
- New Haven Mills, Vermont
- Middlebury, Vermont
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