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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Riverhead, NY

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If your loved one needs memory care in Riverhead, A Place for Mom can help. With 18 memory care facilities in Riverhead, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Point Beach, Morningside and West Shore.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Selden, Nesconset and Sayville.

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55 Floor plans available
9.2
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Everyone there has been wonderful. My mother-in-law is very happy. She just wishes there was more activities that she was interested in. Doesn't seem to be a lot going on. But she's very comfortable and the...
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.
At Atria South Setauket, we take care of all the work while you socialize and try new activities. Relax on the patio, swim in our outdoor pool or take a cooking class with friends. Enjoy the hotel-like amenities in the convenient Long Island community you love, right near plenty of shopping and...
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9.1
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51 reviews
9.1
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51 reviews
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Exceptional financing available for residents who need to sell a house to make payments. very helpful in this case. Communication has been Very good! For care levels, VW is way above others in available...
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 Perfect Way of LifeVillage Walk will allow older adults the opportunity to stay a part of the Village they love with the added security of all new, tailored, hospitality-based residential and health care choices—senior living to support engaged and active independence, and dedicated memory...
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2727 Floor plans available
8.9
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8.9
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25 reviews
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My Mom is enjoying The Chelsea at Brookhaven. Everyone is so nice, helpful and friendly. There are a lot of activities that keep her busy. She is very happy there!
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.
UNDER CONSTRUCTION FOR COMPLETION IN 2020Located in Yaphank, Long Island, New York, The Chelsea At Brookhaven offers personalized Assisted Living in studio and one-bedroom apartments. Our Country Cottage provides a safe, pleasant, and supportive environment for residents with Alzheimer’s and...
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8.8
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15 reviews
8.8
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15 reviews
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I’m very happy here, it’s been a little over a year since I moved in and don’t have any complaints! I met nice people and I enjoy the food here- It’s very good. The activities are nice and I would say it...
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 Villa at Westhampton is an exclusive assisted living community nestled along 18 lush acres of sprawling lawns, spectacular gardens, walking paths and picturesque views. Moments away from the majestic Hamptons beaches and Westhampton Performing Arts Center, truly a port of call to an exciting...
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33 Floor plans available
8.6
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32 reviews
8.6
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32 reviews
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The rooms are a decent size and are kept clean by the staff, laundry is done once a week with no issues, there are 3 scheduled meals a day and entertainment. The staff is friendly, caring and make it a point...
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.
Welcome to All American Assisted Living at Coram. Our newly constructed residential community has been designed to create a homey, neighborhood feel.The All American difference is that we are committed to promote participation, inclusion and socialization. Our goal is to help residents to be as...
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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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6.5
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23 reviews
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23 reviews
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We really couldn't be any happier with the entire facility. The cleanliness and friendliness being on the top along with good food and a great menu. Care has been very good too. Activities are ok the only...
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.
Since 2000, The Bristal has helped families understand and embrace the advantages of Senior Assisted Living. Our privately owned senior care communities, and all they offer, are the finest you will encounter. Our senior independent living environment not only grants residents the freedom to come...
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1.0
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Excellent assisted living program, so Medicaid is accepted. Makes assisted living affordable and an option for all.
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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8.0
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6 reviews
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Quantum is fantastic. [name removed] and [name removed] are kind, compassionate and they really care about the community and patients. I can’t think of a better rehab for my sister. Thank you wuantum for...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Nestled in a scenic wooded neighborhood Crest Hall Care Center and Oak Hollow Nursing Center are sister facilities located in Middle Island, These two skilled nursing facilities are independent of each other with separate administrative, professional and service staff but both believe in our...
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My mother has been here for a couple of years but the last year has been wonderful. The attention to detail and compassion that my mother receives at this facility is so outstanding, I’m able to live my own...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Our home is situated on three beautifully landscaped waterfront acres. The picturesque grounds and our intimate size create a comfortable home like atmosphere. Here, our seniors enjoy the benefits of twenty-four hour loving care and all ranges of assisted living services. From assistance with...
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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.
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.
A non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, Jefferson’s Ferry’s residents fully enjoy retirement without worrying about market swings, future health care needs, chores or maintenance. Sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, Jefferson’s Ferry boasts three levels of living: 248...
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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.
The Bove Health Center at Jefferson’s Ferry, a not-for-profit community sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, offers the highest level of independence possible for residents needing daily assistance. The 60 private enriched housing apartments are available for both short and...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Riverhead, NY

The average cost of senior living in Riverhead is $5,250 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Remsenburg-Speonk, NY with an average of $5,170 per month.

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

Riverhead, NY
$5,250/mo
$5,344/mo

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

Riverhead, NY
$5,250/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,250/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,392/mo
Studio
$6,626/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,833/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,485/mo

Senior living costs in Riverhead 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: Riverhead, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiverhead, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$5,250/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,115/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$4,939/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Riverhead, NY:$5,250/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Riverhead, NY:$5,115/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Riverhead, NY:$4,939/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Riverhead, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Riverhead 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
Riverhead, NY$9,133/mo$7,652/mo+19.3%
New York$7,009/mo$6,809/mo+2.9%
National$5,497/mo$5,506/mo-0.2%
Riverhead, NY
2024 average cost:$9,133/mo
2023 average cost:$7,652/mo
Percent change:+19.3%
New York
2024 average cost:$7,009/mo
2023 average cost:$6,809/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,497/mo
2023 average cost:$5,506/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Riverhead

Recent reviews for memory care in Riverhead

Seacrest Retirement Center in West Haven, CT

4.0
After visiting many "retirement homes", Seacrest definitely feels more homey than all of the other more institution style residencies. It's beautiful water view setting adds tremendously to its value as well as a strong sense of family amongst its attendants and workers and residents. Our ...
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The Village at Mariners Point in East Haven, CT

4.3
We moved our Dad from another facility to Mariner's Point and we're so glad we did. Communication is key, and MP has been wonderful. Everyone from the receptionist, to nursing, to the director has returned each of our call and emails. The facility is beautiful, food is good, desserts are the ...
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Village Walk at Patchogue

4.7
I think the biggest negative we have is was they are supposed to wash the clothing Tuesdays and Thursdays and that is not always happening. Sometimes she walks around with other peoples clothing. Aside from that it has been a pretty good experience. All of the staff are very polite and the ...
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Riverhead review score based on 64 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 64 reviews of 15 Riverhead memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Riverhead 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

Riverhead review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Riverhead, NY15 facilities
7.6
7.8
Quiogue, NY23 facilities

Review subcategories for Riverhead 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 64 reviews of 15 Riverhead memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Riverhead 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.
Riverhead, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.3
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.8
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Riverhead memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverhead memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverhead, 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 Riverhead 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 Riverhead that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Riverhead, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.3%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.7%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.7%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Riverhead 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 Riverhead Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Riverhead, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.3%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Riverhead 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 Riverhead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riverhead, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Riverhead 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 Riverhead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riverhead, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.7%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
37.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverhead 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 Riverhead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riverhead, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Riverhead

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