Best Assisted Living in Syracuse, New York
11 communities found
Syracuse has 11 assisted living communities, all residential in style, with no agency-run options listed. Of these, 8 carry ratings, averaging 3.9 based on 129 reviews read across the city.
- 11communities
- 3.9average rating, 8 rated
- 129family reviews read
The Heritage Memory Life Community
Syracuse, New York
5(10)
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Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill | Memory Care in Syracuse NY
Syracuse, New York
4.7(38)
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Peregrine Senior Living
Syracuse, New York
5(1)
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Thelena Town Houses
Syracuse, New York
5(1)
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Crossroads
Syracuse, New York
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Sedgwick Heights
Syracuse, New York
4(6)
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Franciscan Villa
Syracuse, New York
3.7(3)
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The Hearth on James
Syracuse, New York
3.5(6)
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Loretto Community Residences
Syracuse, New York
3(4)
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Brookdale Bellevue
Syracuse, New York
3.6(24)
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The Bernardine
Syracuse, New York
3.6(36)
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Best-rated assisted living in Syracuse
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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The Heritage Memory Life Community
5 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Heritage is described as a warm, secure memory care community where staff know residents personally and communicate consistently with families.
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Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill | Memory Care in Syracuse NY
4.7 (38 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
- 3
4 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living
Sedgwick Heights is praised for keeping long-married couples together with caring, long-tenured staff, though one detailed review raised serious safety concerns.
- 4
3.5 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living· 60 units
The Hearth on James is a warm, small community with caring staff and engaged residents, though a recent account cites care and communication issues after a management change.
- 5
3.6 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Brookdale Bellevue reviews are largely positive for compassionate staff during transitions, though one account describes serious neglect in the memory care unit.
- 6
3.6 (36 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
What families say about assisted living in Syracuse
Counted across the review summaries of 10 Syracuse communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, activities and social life, and building and grounds, each mentioned by 40% of communities, with memory care noted by 30% and value for money by 20%. Concerns center on communication with families, raised in 60% of cases, cost and billing in 50%, safety in 30%, and medical and nursing care in 20%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 40%
- Activities and social life 40%
- Building and grounds 40%
- Memory care 30%
- Value for money 20%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 60%
- Cost and billing 50%
- Safety 30%
- Medical and nursing care 20%
“The staff is all friendly and supportive. They care for residents like they are family and the compassion truly shows through. The facility itself is clean, bright, and inviting. If you are looking for a place for a loved one with memory issues, Peregrine is the spot.”
“They are very kind,,,,staff. Professional,,,I thank god for the care they give,,,,,,for our special person,,,that lives there,,,”
Assisted Living in Syracuse: the figures
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (8), wheelchair accessible (8), 24-hour staff (8), gathering / activity spaces (8), social activities (8), medication management (8).
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.
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Assisted Living near Syracuse
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool5.6 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 5.6 mi |
| Auburn21.6 mi | 12 | 3.9 / 5 | 21.6 mi |
| Cortland30.6 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 30.6 mi |
| Oswego32 mi | 9 | 3.7 / 5 | 32 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 11 communities listed in Syracuse, 129 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 24, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Syracuse 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 Syracuse: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Syracuse, New York?
MyLivingChoice lists 11 assisted living communities in Syracuse, New York, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Syracuse are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Heritage Memory Life Community (5★, 10 ratings), Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill | Memory Care in Syracuse NY (4.7★, 38 ratings), Sedgwick Heights (4★, 6 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Syracuse?
Beyond assisted living, Syracuse has skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), independent living (4 communities), memory care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Syracuse?
Families rate Syracuse assisted living communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 129 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Syracuse assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 10 Syracuse communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 40%), activities and social life (mentioned for 40%), building and grounds (mentioned for 40%). The most common concerns are communication with families (60%), cost and billing (50%), safety (30%).