Located along Lake Ontario in the northwestern region of New York, Rochester sits in a region with 70 assisted living communities. While individual facility rates vary depending on amenities, lifestyle options and services, the local median rate rests near $5,333 in 2024. This amount lines up with the U.S. standard monthly charge and costs significantly less than the New York norm of $5,850.
To learn more about local assisted living communities, refer to the 596 reviews reviews in the directory below. On average, these facilities garner a satisfaction score of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.
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10 Munson Street, Leroy, NY 14482
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom was at Leroy Village Green for eight weeks. We were very pleased with them. It is only one floor and it is very clean. They had lots of activities for the people. My mom's therapy was wonderful. Everybody was wonderful. I can't say enough abou..."
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6131 BIG TREE ROAD , Livonia, NY 14487
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Conesus Lake Nursing Home. She is being well cared for, kept clean, and is sleeping in her bed, which she was not doing when she was in another facility. Now she's being helped with things that she couldn't do before by herse..."
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1000 Pine Trl, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is at Pinehurst in Honeoye Falls, which is an Episcopal home group. She's been a client there for eight years now, and she's at the independent living apartment for seniors. I think it's great, but it's an independent living, and my mom isn'..."
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1 Wheatley Terrace , Pittsford, NY 14534
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We liked Glenmere Assisted Living & Memory Care because of a couple of things. One was they had all the licenses we needed and then once a person needs to move to a nursing home level, that person would get priority at their nursing home facility. Th..."
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1440 State Route 444, Victor, NY 14546
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Victor Views is beautifully decorated and very homey. The staff is very friendly, caring, and knowledgeable. My sister needed rehab after a long and severe illness and Victor Views implemented a care plan that helped her to recover quickly with the s..."
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318 Fort Hill Avenue, Canandaigua, NY 14424
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My mother lived at Clark Manor House for seven years, and it was very nice. They took very good care of her. The grounds are very nice and include a walking areas and a little greenhouse that people can tend their gardens raised up in boxes so people..."
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3831 East Henrietta Road, Henrietta, NY 14467
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother is in Brentland Woods. I like that the staff is very friendly. The facility is very clean. Everyone is professional. They have exercise classes. They have people that come in and sing. They have puzzles that people work on in the activity r..."
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160 West Jefferson Road, Pittsford, NY 14534
4.5
(22 reviews)
"Heather Heights was a very nice facility. The tour experience was very positive. It was a very clean facility. The residents seemed happy. There seemed to be good things to do. The staff seemed to be abundant. They did not seem to have a shortage of ..."
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900 Cherry Ridge Blvd, Webster, NY 14580
4.3
(21 reviews)
"I went to Cherry Ridge. It was a very nice community. It was very clean and well-kept. They had great facilities. We visited the cafeteria or dining hall. They had a wide variety of independent living floor plans, which was nice. The rooms were very ..."
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100 Hahnemann Trail, Pittsford, NY 14534
4.3
(11 reviews)
"I really like Highlands. I have been up there twice, and it happened to meet my needs. It is a buy-in community with three levels of care. You can get a one- or two-bedroom apartment with a den or a small kitchen, or cottage with a living room, kitch..."
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4560 Nine Mile Point Road, Fairport, NY 14550
4.3
(6 reviews)
"The Northfield was a very nice facility. The staff was very good and accommodating, and we may use them in the future. The rooms were lovely and bigger than what we needed. ..."
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90 West Avenue, Brockport, NY 14420
4.3
(16 reviews)
"I visited Evergreen Place - Brockport, NY. The food was excellent. They have a good chef. Everybody was friendly. The rooms were lovely. They were clean, bright, shiny, airy looking, and had very nice big windows. The staff was lovely. They even came..."
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1 Sinclair Drive , Pittsford, NY 14534
4.2
(10 reviews)
"Cloverwood Senior Living's apartments are very upscale. The place is luxurious, beautiful, and well-decorated. They have a common room, a game room, and an eating area. The library that they have there is beautiful. I would go there in a minute if I ..."
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4646 Nine Mile Point Road, Fairport, NY 14450
4.1
(15 reviews)
"We moved our dad to Fairport Baptist Homes. It's been going well and they are taking good care of him. The staff is really helpful and kind. They check on my dad very often and they are providing him all the care that he needs. I tried the food and i..."
READ MORE4588 Morgan View Road, Geneseo, NY 14454
4.1
(8 reviews)
"My grandmother moved in last year and loves it. Every time I visit, she introduces me to staff members and they each seem to know her well. Staff is friendly and the facility is always clean and bright. Would recommend! ..."
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100 Elderwood Court, Penfield, NY 14526
4.0
(12 reviews)
"I visited Heathwood in Penfield. They have a home theater, they take the residents out on field trips, and they also have a game room and dining facilities. They have a van that takes you wherever you want to go, like at the doctors' or the grocery s..."
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900 Cherry Ridge Boulevard, Webster, NY 14580
3.8
(20 reviews)
"The only assisted living available is at their Cherry Ridge campus. It's beautiful, and very hard to get into. If you or a loved one can get into it, you'll be glad you chose St. Anns!..."
READ MORE2140 Five Mile Line Road, Penfield, NY 14526
3.2
(21 reviews)
"Mom has moved into Legacy at Grande'Vie. It seems to be a nice place. She's got friends there. It seems to be very pleasant, and they take care of her pretty well. She likes the place. She is dying to get back home, but she can't be left unsupervised..."
READ MORE400 YMCA Way, Penfield, NY 14526
3.0
(2 reviews)
"We have found a place for Mom. It's a new place, and it's called Ashley Woods at Penfield. It had the right combination really of everything else. Everybody offers pretty much the same amenities, but this had a good price to go along with all the ame..."
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6745 PITTSFORD PALMYRA ROAD, Fairport, NY 14450
2.5
(19 reviews)
"I am overwhelmed at the love and caring and kindness that they give to my mom and to know how good she’s taken care of when I can’t be close to her is such a wonderful feeling there are some wonderful wonderful ladies that work there who I love very ..."
READ MORESeniors in Rochester pay around $5,333 monthly for assisted living, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This cost aligns closely with the national median of $5,350 and compares favorably to the state norm of $5,850. It also trends below rates in most other nearby cities. For example, in Albany and Binghamton, respective monthly rates track thousands of dollars higher than in Rochester at $8,093 and $7,826, respectively.
Rochester
$5,333
New York
$5,850
United States
$5,350
Syracuse
$5,670
Utica
$5,900
Albany
$8,093
Binghamton
$7,826
When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Rochester and 69 other cities in New York.
Beyond state Medicaid, the state of New York provides a couple waiver programs that help seniors afford their chosen assisted living facility. The Managed Long Term Care Waiver helps residents with payment in assisted living facilities and the Assisted Living Program helps those who qualify for nursing home care but want to live in an assisted living facility afford it.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
Assisted living prices in Rochester have risen by 10% from 2022 to 2023, going from $1,909 to $2,091. They're expected to reach $2,252 by 2024. This is more affordable than the national average of $4,459. The New York average is also lower, rising 15% from $4,091 to $4,699. It's projected to be $5,431 by 2024. Other cities in the north of New York also experienced assisted living price rises of around 10%. Seniors in Syracuse pay $4,087 and those in Albany pay $4,468. In Buffalo, costs average $4,698 per month.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester | $1,909 | $2,091 | $2,252 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| New York | $4,091 | $4,699 | $5,431 |
| Buffalo | $4,288 | $4,698 | $5,059 |
| Syracuse | $3,730 | $4,087 | $4,401 |
| Albany | $4,078 | $4,468 | $4,812 |
Monthly assisted living rates in Rochester stand near $5,333. This amount falls a few hundred dollars below the cost of nonresidential alternatives, with seniors paying fees of around $5,815 for nonmedical in-home care and $5,529 for home health care. However, assisted living facilities charge much less than nursing homes, which cost around $14,904 per month for semi-private accommodations.Â
In-Home Care
$5,815
Home Health Care
$5,529
Assisted Living Facility
$5,333
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$14,904
There are many resources in Rochester,NY that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's New York state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe County Office for the Aging and Adult Services | 585-753-6280 | New York State has 59 Area Agencies on Aging, and they offer services to seniors that include legal services, home-delivered meals, transportation, social adult day services and case management. Seniors can also learn more about volunteer opportunities, get help with their insurance and receive advice about proper nutrition. Support is available to caregivers who need guidance or information about resources. |
Whether living in their own home or in a senior living community, Rochester seniors can find financial assistance from numerous local resources. These organizations help residents cover some of the costs associated with in-home or long-term care and connect them with other helpful community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe County NY Connects | 800-342-9898 | NY Connects is a state government website that directs New Yorkers to an array of useful services available in their communities. Visitors can use the site's search facilities to find a local provider loaning durable medical equipment free of charge. |
| ElderONE Emerson PACE Center | 855-457-4638 | The PACE provider manages all medical and non-medical services in the senior's home or in an adult day care facility or nursing home. PACE combines Medicaid and Medicare services, with the organization responsible for all aspects of care, including the choice of physicians. |
| ElderONE Hudson PACE Center | 855-457-4636 | The PACE provider manages all medical and non-medical services in the senior's home or in an adult day care facility or nursing home. PACE combines Medicaid and Medicare services, with the organization responsible for all aspects of care, including the choice of physicians. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Rochester seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Foodlink, Inc. | 585-328-3380 | Located in Rochester, NY, Foodlink improves food access to seniors in need. The organization sets up pop-up food pantries throughout Rochester, allowing food-insecure seniors to pick up food. Seniors can also visit the curbside markets that make fresh food accessible and affordable. In addition, Foodlink serves as the central storage and distribution site of foods for a 10-county area and distributes these goods to local food banks that Rochester seniors can visit. |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Rochester collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (TRAID) Program - Rochester | 585-442-6470 | TRAID is a federally-sponsored program designed to help New Yorkers with disabilities get the equipment they need to live as independently as possible. Local TRAID centers can also refer visitors to other disability related services available in the area. |
Social Security offices in Rochester help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester Social Security Office 14626 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
| Rochester Social Security Office 17604 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Rochester, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation Access (TRAC) | 866-454-5110 | TRAC is a free service available to Monroe County residents aged 60 and older. It helps seniors find the most accessible and affordable transportation solutions within their area. TRAC mobility advisors can find local transit providers with vehicles suitable for all seniors and can arrange transport on the person's behalf. As TRAC doesn't provide rides directly, it has no authority over the fees charged by providers but does try to find the most affordable transportation methods. |
Rochester retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester Vet Center | 585-393-7608 | The Rochester Vet Center offers a wide range of counseling and support services to veterans without cost. Licensed professionals are on staff to help those battling depression, anxiety, grief and anger, while PTSD care utilizes the latest evidence-based treatment modalities. These include cognitive processing therapy, prolonged exposure therapy and eye movement desensitization reprocessing therapy. Couples and family counseling, intimate partner violence support and referrals for veterans struggling with homelessness, substance abuse and suicidal thoughts, including a crisis line, are available. |
Rochester Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Yvonne
4.0
Review of GrandeVille Senior Living Community
I like GrandeVille Senior Living Community. Amongst the ones I've been to, it's the best one. The staff take care of their people there. The food is not the greatest, but it's OK. They could do a...
Assisted Living
Peacefulness
1.0
Review of Cobb's Hill Manor
Cobba hill assisted living was a nightmare for my mom. Got her out in less than 3 weeks. Do not send your loved ones to this facility if you want them to be well taken care of. Everything about...
Assisted Living
Miraesto
1.0
Review of Cobb's Hill Manor
Terrible place to send your loved one. Medical staff is not welcoming or compationate or attentive. Underpaid understaffed, and people who don't look or act like they are happy to work there. My...
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