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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Brookdale, NY

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If your loved one needs memory care in Brookdale, A Place for Mom can help. With 21 memory care facilities in Brookdale, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Upper Mount Hope, U Of R and Lilac.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Rochester, Greece and Henrietta.

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Photo of Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm
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9.9
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37 reviews
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37 reviews
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Admin was fairly easy to work with. My brother-in seemed happy there and looked forward to his second stay. He liked the staff and the socializing with residents and staff. We are actually thinking of...
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.
There's something for everyone at Westwood Commons, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located in a quiet setting just around the...
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66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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41 reviews
8.8
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41 reviews
5 star
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The village at towngate overall is a great place. Would love to see more nurses vs med tech. Nice to have transportation to appointments which is huge! Staff is friendly. Lots of activities.
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.
The Village at Towngate is a vibrant retirement community in Rochester NY, offering independent living and supportive care services tailored to each individual’s needs. We take care of the cooking, housekeeping and driving, and provide discreet support with personal care, medication and daily...
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8.5
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29 reviews
8.5
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29 reviews
5 star
66%
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Staff recommend move in service was good and fairly priced. Many in-house activities. Landscaped grounds with frequent events in the village green, nice planning for holiday events. Great communication with...
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.
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8.1
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8.1
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The staff is very attentive and kind. They have a lot of fun with the residents. They sing and dance and do crafts they take them outside on the patio and in the courtyard. They decorate for every holiday....
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.
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Photo of Rochester Presbyterian Home The Homestead
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8.0
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2 reviews
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Very positive experience. There's a warm feeling there, attentive and patient staff along with many activities for the residence and their families
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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8.0
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33 reviews
8.0
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33 reviews
5 star
27%
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3 star
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Mom seems to like it. She is doing well. She loves the food and the activities. She sets her hair done weekly and goes to mass every week. We are happy. I don’t really have much more to say.
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.
Elderwood Village at Greece is an assisted living community in scenic Rochester, New York. Known as the 'Flower City,' Rochester boasts stunningly beautiful blooms year round and hosts over 140 festivals and events through the spring, summer and early fall. With more than 100 family friendly...
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7.9
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9 reviews
7.9
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9 reviews
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Communication is not great. You have to be on top of them. Some of their rules are different from other places. Several of the day staff is an A+ Activities are good with one of the ladies, a lot for mom to...
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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Photo of The Landing of Brighton
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55 Floor plans available
7.9
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44 reviews
7.9
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44 reviews
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I would rate 5 on all categories. Every time I see the A Place for Mom commercial on TV I'm reminded how difficult it would have been to navigate this process without your help. Mom's in a great place -...
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 Landing of Brighton is located across from Buckland Park in the Town of Brighton New York. We are just minutes from shopping, restaurants, medical facilities and cultural venues. This vibrant residence will feature a salon and barber shop, ample shared living spaces and a fitness center for...
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Photo of Brentland Woods, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities
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33 Floor plans available
7.2
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The onset of circumstances needing to both find & place my Dad in assisted living was sudden, explosive & under time constraints. My Dad was under extreme stress & wanted none of it. I visited a good number...
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.
Brentland Woods offers senior apartments in a supportive enriched-living community. Conveniently located in Henrietta, Brentland Woods gives you all the comforts of home you want and all the extras in personal care, medication management, and housekeeping you need to remain independent. It is a...
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7.1
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7.1
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She was very well cared for at Heather Heights and I would highly recommend it to someone in the future. They were very good, not perfect always but no place is these days. They were very good to her even at...
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.
Heather Height's of Pittsford, Inc. is a luxurious Assisted Living and Memory Care Residence located on 14 acres of land in the beautiful countryside village of Pittsford, NY. We offer Assisted Living, Memory Care, Enhanced Care and Respite stay. Our services include fine dining with three chef...
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Photo of Woodcrest Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Com
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5 star
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This is a nice community. The staff is excellent and very caring for the needs that need to be taken care of . The food appears to be good. We are happy that they do have activities for others who want to...
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.
There's something for everyone at Woodcrest Commons, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located just around the corner from shopping,...
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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.
Every family has a story...Welcome to ours.Cobb's Hill Manor recognizes the importance of staying healthy, independent and active. Licensed by the New York State Department of Health, we individualize our services to meet your loved ones needs. With personal interests in mind, our wellness...
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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 Brickstone by St Johns
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.
Photo of Family Srvs/Rochester Ehp2 Jonathan Child Project
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Brookdale, NY

The average cost of senior living in Brookdale is $4,778 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lyndonville, NY with an average of $4,275 per month.

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

Brookdale, NY
$4,778/mo
$4,798/mo

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

Brookdale, NY
$4,778/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,778/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,086/mo
Studio
$5,577/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,967/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,530/mo

Senior living costs in Brookdale 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: Brookdale, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrookdale, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$4,778/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,748/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,349/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Brookdale, NY:$4,778/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Brookdale, NY:$4,748/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Brookdale, NY:$3,349/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Brookdale, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Brookdale 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
Brookdale, NY$8,131/mo$8,178/mo-0.6%
New York$7,165/mo$7,038/mo+1.8%
National$5,815/mo$5,561/mo+4.6%
Brookdale, NY
2024 average cost:$8,131/mo
2023 average cost:$8,178/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$7,165/mo
2023 average cost:$7,038/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,815/mo
2023 average cost:$5,561/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Brookdale

Recent reviews for memory care in Brookdale

Elderwood Village at Greece in Rochester, NY

4.6
The facility is very clean and has good food and activities. The move in process was very easy. I had good communication for most things. There has been some questions as to what day she is scheduled for a shower and getting it done. Overall, we are happy with our choice.

Heather Heights of Pittsford

4.5
They offer a lot of daily activities and mom has started participating in some of them. She likes the food and they do offer healthy options. The community is clean. They offer a higher level of care and I would recommend this community.

Legacy at Maiden Park in Rochester, NY

4.8
I can't say enough good things!! The Legacy people are wonderful. All the aids treat my mom like a queen even when she's fussy and confused, and the nurses all seem to genuinely care about the residents. Even the front desk staff and the maintenance man are caring and friendly. My only minor ...
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Brookdale review score based on 52 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 52 reviews of 16 Brookdale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Brookdale 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

Brookdale review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Brookdale, NY16 facilities
8.2
Scottsville, NY7 facilities
8.0
Rochester, NY37 facilities

Review subcategories for Brookdale 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 52 reviews of 16 Brookdale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Brookdale 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.
Brookdale, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.3
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.3
3.8
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Brookdale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brookdale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brookdale, 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 Brookdale 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 Brookdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Brookdale, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
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
68.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.8%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Brookdale 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 Brookdale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Brookdale, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brookdale 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 Brookdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brookdale, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Brookdale 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 Brookdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brookdale, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brookdale 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 Brookdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brookdale, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Brookdale

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

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 21 memory care facilities near Brookdale, New York. See the full list.

The 21 memory care facilities near you in Brookdale, 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 Brookdale, 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 Brookdale, 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 Brookdale, New York ranges from $1235 to $9800. The average Memory Care cost in Brookdale, New York is $4,778. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Brookdale, New York typically starts at $1235. 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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