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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Merrill, NY

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If your loved one needs memory care in Merrill, A Place for Mom can help. With 37 memory care facilities in Merrill, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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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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Sunset Cove is proudly a warm and friendly boutique retirement residence nestled in the community of Long Sault, Ontario. With stunning views of the St. Lawrence River and across from the Long Sault Parkway, enjoying the setting here is part of the lifestyle. Sunset Cove offers the best in small...
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Cost of memory care in Merrill, NY

The average cost of senior living in Merrill is $5,599 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brushton, NY with an average of $2,348 per month.

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

Merrill, NY
$5,599/mo

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

Merrill, NY
$5,599/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,599/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,067/mo
Studio
$6,279/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,412/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,872/mo

Senior living costs in Merrill 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: Merrill, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerrill, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$5,599/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,599/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$4,205/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Merrill, NY:$5,599/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Merrill, NY:$5,599/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Merrill, NY:$4,205/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Merrill

Recent reviews for memory care in Merrill

Samuel F. Vilas Home in Plattsburgh, NY

4.8
I will say we could not be happier with the care my mom is receiving. She feels at home in fact she call her room her home. She is happy and feels very safe. The activities she has attended have been good for her and my sisters and I love the fact the she goes to the dining room for her meals ...
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The Residence at Quarry Hill in South Burlington, VT

5.0
Residence at QH has provided outstanding care for my father. He started as an independent resident, moved to assisted living, and now to memory care. I feel that this facility has helped ease the transitions every step of the way and have been responsive to questions/concerns/suggestions. In ...
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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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Merrill review score based on 94 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 94 reviews of 26 Merrill memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merrill 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

Merrill review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Merrill, NY26 facilities
8.8
8.8
Plattsburgh, NY30 facilities

Review subcategories for Merrill 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 94 reviews of 26 Merrill memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Merrill 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.
Merrill, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.7
4.3
Care services
4.1
3.9
Staff
4.5
4.1
Meals & dining
4.0
3.8
Activities
4.1
3.8
Value for cost*
4.1
3.8
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Merrill memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrill memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrill, 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 Merrill 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 Merrill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrill, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merrill 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 Merrill Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrill, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.6%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.9%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrill 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 Merrill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrill, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.6%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrill 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 Merrill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrill, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrill 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 Merrill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrill, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.3%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Merrill

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