Best Senior Living in Syracuse, New York
21 communities found
Syracuse offers 22 senior living options in total, including 21 residential communities and 1 agency. Among the 18 communities with ratings, the average score is 3.7 based on 1,455 reviews read.
- 22options listed
- 3.7average rating, 18 rated
- 1,455family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
The Heritage Memory Life Community
Syracuse, New York
5(10)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill | Memory Care in Syracuse NY
Syracuse, New York
4.7(38)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
From $2,020/moBuckley Square Senior Apartments
Syracuse, New York
4.5(80)
Independent Living
Oaks At Menorah Park Campus
Syracuse, New York
4.4(13)
Independent Living
Peregrine Senior Living
Syracuse, New York
5(1)
Assisted Living
Thelena Town Houses
Syracuse, New York
5(1)
Assisted Living
Crossroads
Syracuse, New York
Assisted Living
Upstate Community Hospital
Syracuse, New York
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Brookdale Summerfield
Syracuse, New York
4.1(11)
Independent Living
Sedgwick Heights
Syracuse, New York
4(6)
Assisted Living
Franciscan Villa
Syracuse, New York
3.7(3)
Assisted Living
The Hearth on James
Syracuse, New York
3.5(6)
Assisted Living
Best-rated senior living in Syracuse
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
The Heritage Memory Life Community
5 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Families describe a warm, secure memory care community where staff know residents personally and communicate consistently with relatives.
- 2
Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill | Memory Care in Syracuse NY
4.7 (38 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
- 3
Buckley Square Senior Apartments
4.5 (80 reviews)· Independent Living
Buckley Square holds a 4.5 rating from 80 Google reviews, though no detailed review text or amenity information was provided.
- 4
4.4 (13 reviews)· Independent Living
Reviewers consistently praise the food, staff friendliness, and caring atmosphere, noting kosher dining and a robust activities calendar.
- 5
4.1 (11 reviews)· Independent Living
Staff are consistently praised for compassion and communication, with strong activities and dining, though some note rent can be a stretch.
- 6
4 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living
Families praise keeping long-married couples together and a caring, long-tenured staff, though one review describes serious cleanliness and safety problems.
- 7
3.5 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living· 60 units
Staff were caring and residents engaged in activities in earlier years, though a recent account raises concerns about care consistency.
- 8
Bishop Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
3.8 (325 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 440 units
- 9
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
3.8 (477 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 513 units
- 10
3.6 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Families praise the sales team and staff for compassionate care, though one account describes serious neglect in the memory care unit.
What families say about senior living in Syracuse
Counted across the review summaries of 19 Syracuse communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Across 19 communities, 53% of families point to activities and social life as a strength, and 47% praise caring, attentive staff. At the same time, 53% raise concerns about cost and billing, and 42% mention communication with families as an issue.
Praised most
- Activities and social life 53%
- Caring, attentive staff 47%
- Building and grounds 32%
- Medical and nursing care 21%
- Memory care 21%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 53%
- Communication with families 42%
- Safety 21%
- Medical and nursing care 16%
“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.”
“I went for a tour and the staff was very welcoming. The building was very clean and there are so many activities for senior.”
“They are very kind,,,,staff. Professional,,,I thank god for the care they give,,,,,,for our special person,,,that lives there,,,”
Senior Living in Syracuse: the figures
- •Of the 9 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60.
- •6 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 3 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (18), wheelchair accessible (18), housekeeping (17), emergency call system (17), social activities (15), gathering / activity spaces (15).
How families pay for senior 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: Senior Living in New York.
Senior 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 22 communities listed in Syracuse, 1,455 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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Senior Living in Syracuse: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Syracuse, New York?
MyLivingChoice lists 22 senior living communities in Syracuse, New York, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior 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), Buckley Square Senior Apartments (4.5★, 80 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Syracuse?
Beyond senior living, Syracuse has assisted living (11 communities), 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 senior living in Syracuse?
Families rate Syracuse senior living communities 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 1,455 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Syracuse senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 19 Syracuse communities, the most common praise is activities and social life (mentioned for 53%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 47%), building and grounds (mentioned for 32%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (53%), communication with families (42%), safety (21%).
Are there small senior living homes in Syracuse?
Of the 9 Syracuse communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Syracuse nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Syracuse carry an overall star rating, averaging 2 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 3 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.