Best Assisted Living in Rochester, New York
19 communities found
Rochester lists 20 assisted living communities, all offering direct residential care rather than placement agencies. Ratings are available for 18 of them, averaging 3.9 out of 5 across 642 reviews read for this report.
- 19communities
- 3.9average rating, 17 rated
- 619family reviews read
- 1operator-verified
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
From $3,700/moThe Village at Unity & The Hamlet
Rochester, New York
4.7(71)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
The Village at Towngate: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community
Rochester, New York
4.8(18)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
The Village at Maiden Park: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community
Rochester, New York
4.6(113)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Rochester Presbyterian Home (The Homestead)
Rochester, New York
4.7(21)
Assisted Living
St. John's Meadows
Rochester, New York
4.6(32)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
The Landing of Brighton
Rochester, New York
4.5(61)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
GrandeVille Senior Living Community
Rochester, New York
4.3(28)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Family Service of Rochester
Rochester, New York
5(1)
Assisted Living
Crimson Ridge Meadows: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community
Rochester, New York
4.3(24)
Assisted LivingRespite / Short-Term Care
Lodge at Wolk Manor Memory Care
Rochester, New York
Assisted LivingMemory Care
From $5,000/moThe Village at Mill Landing
Rochester, New York
4.1(43)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Long Pond Gardens Apartment Homes
Rochester, New York
4.1(55)
Assisted Living
Best-rated assisted living in Rochester
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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The Village at Unity & The Hamlet
4.7 (71 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
This Rochester campus pairs independent living with assisted living and memory care, letting residents move between levels without relocating, and holds a 4.7 rating from 71 reviewers.
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The Village at Towngate: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community
4.8 (18 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
The Village at Towngate holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 18 Google reviews, though no detailed review text or amenities information was provided.
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The Village at Maiden Park: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community
4.6 (113 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
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Rochester Presbyterian Home (The Homestead)
4.7 (21 reviews)· Assisted Living
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4.6 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
St. John's Meadows offers both assisted living and independent living and holds a 4.6 star average from 32 Google reviews, though no detailed review text is available.
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4.5 (61 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe The Landing of Brighton as clean and welcoming, with hands-on staff, strong food quality, positive leadership, a recent renovation, and engaging daily activities.
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GrandeVille Senior Living CommunityVerified
4.3 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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Crimson Ridge Meadows: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community
4.3 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Respite / Short-Term Care
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4.1 (43 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Long Pond Gardens Apartment Homes
4.1 (55 reviews)· Assisted Living· 30 units
Long Pond Gardens is a 55+ independent apartment community near Rochester, not a staffed assisted living residence, and reviewers describe it as quiet with friendly neighbors and hands-on maintenance staff. Praise…
What families say about assisted living in Rochester
Counted across the review summaries of 19 Rochester communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, noted in 45% of the 20 communities, along with food and dining and activities and social life, each cited in 30%. On the concern side, communication with families and cost and billing each come up in 40% of communities, with staff attitude noted in 30%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 47%
- Food and dining 32%
- Activities and social life 32%
- Building and grounds 32%
- Cleanliness 21%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 37%
- Cost and billing 37%
- Staff attitude 32%
- Management 16%
“Beautiful facility and grounds, wonderful staff, nice dining area and delicious food and some great, fun filled & well run activities to entertain and keep the residents busy. Highly recommend ❤️”
“The Village at Unity truly exceeds expectations. The Staff are kind, attentive, respectful and genuinely care about every resident’s well being. The Village at Unity feels like home from the moment you walk in. I highly recommend The Village at Unity to anyone looking for a five star Senior Living Community!”
“I hsve been at St Johns Meadows since early January. I am really<br>enjoying meeting so many friendly people, There are many activities to get involved in,<br>.”
Assisted Living in Rochester: the figures
- •Of the 7 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (18), emergency call system (18), 24-hour staff (17), housekeeping (16), gathering / activity spaces (16), medication management (16).
How families pay for assisted living in New York
Most families in New York cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on retirement savings, pensions and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years earlier, can also help offset the monthly cost, though the amount and terms vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that provides additional monthly income to help pay for personal care. It is worth checking with the VA directly, since eligibility depends on service history, income and care needs.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in New York.
Assisted Living near Rochester
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webster7.8 mi | 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 7.8 mi |
| Pittsford8.1 mi | 6 | 4.3 / 5 | 8.1 mi |
| Penfield8.6 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 8.6 mi |
| Fairport10.9 mi | 8 | 3.9 / 5 | 10.9 mi |
| Canandaigua26.2 mi | 11 | 4 / 5 | 26.2 mi |
All of New York: Assisted Living in New York. Closer to home? Compare assisted living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 19 communities listed in Rochester, 619 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Rochester ask about.
- Home Care in New York: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Rochester: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Rochester, New York?
MyLivingChoice lists 19 assisted living communities in Rochester, New York, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does assisted living cost in Rochester?
Among Rochester communities that publish pricing, assisted living starts around $3,700/month, with an average published starting rate near $4,350/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which assisted living communities in Rochester are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Village at Towngate: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community (4.8★, 18 ratings), The Village at Unity & The Hamlet (4.7★, 71 ratings), Rochester Presbyterian Home (The Homestead) (4.7★, 21 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Rochester?
Beyond assisted living, Rochester has skilled nursing / long term care (27 communities), independent living (18 communities), at-home care (16 communities), memory care (9 communities), home health (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Rochester?
Families rate Rochester assisted living communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 619 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Rochester assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 19 Rochester communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 47%), food and dining (mentioned for 32%), activities and social life (mentioned for 32%). The most common concerns are communication with families (37%), cost and billing (37%), staff attitude (32%).
Are there small assisted living homes in Rochester?
Of the 7 Rochester communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Rochester bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
