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Photo of The Hearth on James
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33 Floor plans available
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8.9
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22 reviews
8.9
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22 reviews
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At The Hearth on James, the staff is their biggest asset. They got to know my parents well, as well as family coming to visit. Both of my parents have had hospitalizations since being there and the nurses...
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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77 Photos available
8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
5 star
67%
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33%
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The location of The Inn Menorah Park community is nice. The other residents were very welcoming. Apartments are spacious. However hte activities are lacking and the food needs a major change, it doesn't even...
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.
Whether you’re just starting to consider assisted or actively looking for a facility, there are a plethora of great reasons to consider The Inn at Menorah Park of CNY. With a host of amenities, residential activities, and flexible dining services for all of our patrons, our dedicated team goes...
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1111 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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32 reviews
9.2
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32 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
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3 star
9%
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9%
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They feed them a lot and activities every day. The best thing for me there was they have the ability to have enhanced care. My father has a catheter and he wouldnt be able to stay without the enhanced care....
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.
At Keepsake Village, a memory care community licensed by the state of New York, our goal is to provide the highest quality of life for each of our residents. We offer a calm, stress-free environment with therapeutic social stimulation, personal care assistance plus medical evaluations. Our...
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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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37 reviews
9.0
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37 reviews
5 star
38%
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Their ability to keep family member from regular assisted to enhanced and most likely never have to go to nursing. You can just add on more and more care and they don't have to move.
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.
Live your best life every day and never stop growing.Here at our enhanced assisted living community, you can build new friendships and redefine your independence.  We can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with more involved activities, such as bathing,...
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8.9
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27 reviews
8.9
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5 star
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A lot of confusion about what personal items were needed and the receptionist often called with a list from the resident before checking with staff. my aunt usually stayed more in her room
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.
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. This is where state-of-the-art care meets a passion for...
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1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.8
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48 reviews
8.8
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48 reviews
5 star
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What we like the most about The Hearth at Greenpoint is that it is very pleasant and welcoming community. Yes, we would recommend The Hearth at Greenpoint community to other families based on the experience...
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.
The Hearth at Greenpoint offers gracious retirement living complete with a full social calendar to allow residents with the opportunity to grow their hobbies and establish lifelong friendships. Even dining is taken care of, thanks to our Hearth-Healthy Dining. Located in Liverpool and just a...
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88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.8
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51 reviews
8.8
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51 reviews
5 star
49%
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We chose Brookdale Liverpool because of the geography, recommended, and price. Friendly. Activities were the same old routine. Need to mix up with new activities more. Seems strictly for still independent,...
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.
Brookdale Liverpool is the assisted living community of choice in beautiful Liverpool, New York, a suburb of Syracuse. The Village of Liverpool is charming, boasting stunning lakeshore trails, eclectic shops, diverse and delicious restaurants and a strong sense of community pride. Residents at...
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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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38 reviews
8.5
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38 reviews
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The facility itself is very nice, the staff and management are very good, and my Dad seems happy there. They haven't been perfect (which would be a 5), but not much in this world is.
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.
Brookdale East Side is the premiere assisted living community in Fayetteville, New York. Our charming and picturesque town boasts a rich history and a proud heritage evident in today's strong sense of community. Brookdale East Side has an ideal location in a rural area near the theatre and...
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33 Floor plans available
8.5
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67 reviews
8.5
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67 reviews
5 star
44%
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Brookdale Bellevue provided a positive environment with caring people. Our mom was a very picky eater and was always happy with the meals. We would recommend!
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
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8.5
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25 reviews
8.5
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25 reviews
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Very kind staff. Lots of activities for the residents. Beautiful, clean facility with nice rooms. Lots of staff interaction with residents.
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.
We are a beautiful memory care community located in richly historic Syracuse, New York. Our enhanced memory support services offer our residents an engaging lifestyle that helps them maintain a connection to themselves. We aim to help each, and every resident live in a place where joy and purpose...
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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.
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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.
Photo of Manlius Home For Adults
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 Camillus Ridge Terrace
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.

Cost of assisted living in Syracuse, NY

The average cost of senior living in Syracuse is $5,603 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morrisville, NY with an average of $4,750 per month.

Assisted living costs in Syracuse, NY, vs. nearby cities

Syracuse, NY
$5,603/mo
$5,603/mo

Assisted living costs in Syracuse, NY, vs. state and national averages

Syracuse, NY
$5,603/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Syracuse, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,603/mo
$5,603/mo

Assisted living costs in Syracuse, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,644/mo
Studio
$5,540/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,502/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,651/mo

Senior living costs in Syracuse 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: Syracuse, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSyracuse, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$5,603/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,603/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,462/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Syracuse, NY:$5,603/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Syracuse, NY:$5,603/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Syracuse, NY:$4,462/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Syracuse, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Syracuse 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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Assisted living cost trends in Syracuse, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Syracuse 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
Syracuse, NY$5,250/mo$4,795/mo+9.5%
New York$6,678/mo$6,347/mo+5.2%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Syracuse, NY
2024 average cost:$5,250/mo
2023 average cost:$4,795/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,678/mo
2023 average cost:$6,347/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Syracuse, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Syracuse.

What families are saying about assisted living in Syracuse

Recent reviews for assisted living in Syracuse

The Athenaeum of Skaneateles

5.0
The Athenaeum is the best assisted living facility in all of Central New York. Everyone is so nice and they provide excellent care. It is a sad day when a loved one can no longer live in their own home. The Athenaeum will make you feel so much better about this difficult move. Take a tour ...
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North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
I was reluctant to move to assisted living. I have always lived on my own. My family and doctor we're very persistent that I needed the extra help. I have to say, as much as I hate to admit it, they were right. The staff here have been so sweet and helpful. It's like have 5 grandchildren around ...
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The Inn Menorah Park in Syracuse, NY

5.0
Our family is very pleased with the care that our Mother receives at The Inn Menorah Park. We would highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for Assisted Living care for their love one.

Syracuse review score based on 112 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 112 reviews of 14 Syracuse assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Syracuse review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Syracuse review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Syracuse, NY14 facilities
8.7
Solvay, NY16 facilities
8.7
East Syracuse, NY16 facilities

Review subcategories for Syracuse assisted living

When assisted living 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 112 reviews of 14 Syracuse assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Syracuse resident and family assisted living 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.
Syracuse, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.3
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.1
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Syracuse assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Syracuse assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Syracuse, 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 Syracuse assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Syracuse that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Syracuse, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
14.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Syracuse assisted living

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 Syracuse Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Syracuse, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Syracuse assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Syracuse partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Syracuse, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Syracuse assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Syracuse communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Syracuse, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Syracuse assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Syracuse offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Syracuse, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
71.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Syracuse

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Syracuse protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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