Senior Living in Rochester, NY: Verified Testimonials & 2026 Costs
Senior living in Rochester, New York spans 2 verified communities and 47 Medicare-certified nursing homes across Monroe, Ontario, Wayne, Livingston, and Orleans counties in New York. Published starting rates at featured communities run $4,740–$4,740 per month, 10 area nursing homes hold a 5-star CMS rating, and every community testimonial here comes from a verified phone interview, 40+ in total. 47 state-licensed assisted living, memory care, and independent living communities are listed below by county.
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Every community below has testimonials from recorded phone interviews with its own residents and families. Prices shown are the operators’ published starting rates — not estimates, and not gated behind a form.
| Community | Location | Care types | Starting price | Phone-verified testimonials | CMS rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Pointe at Baywinde | Webster, NY | Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing | From $4,740/mo | 20+ verifiedlatest Aug 2026 | — |
| Sage Harbor at Baywinde | Webster, NY | Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing | From $4,740/mo | 20+ verifiedlatest Aug 2026 | — |
Starting rates published by each operator, verified June 2026. Skilled nursing is typically billed by payer (Medicare/Medicaid/private) rather than a monthly rate. CMS ratings apply to Medicare-certified skilled nursing only — assisted living is state-licensed and has no federal rating.
Castle Pointe at Baywinde
“I love it here. It's very nice. The dining is good, and they have good activities, with a lot of musical things and plenty of opportunity to be involved in different…”
Sage Harbor at Baywinde
“My mother is at the community and the management seem to know my mother and her needs and they've been taking care of her perfectly and helped her adjust very nicely.…”
All senior living in Rochester: 47 licensed communities by county
Every assisted living, memory care, and independent living community licensed by the state in Monroe, Ontario, Wayne, Livingston, and Orleans counties in New York, from state licensing records. Listing here is not a rating: Lilisity publishes no score for any community that has not earned an award. Communities marked verified testimonials have phone-verified resident and family interviews on file.
Also listed from public records: 4 independent living, life plan or 55+ communities and 59 income-restricted senior apartment buildings. Independent living is not licensed by the state, so they are listed apart on each county page.
Monroe County, NY 35 communities
- Ashley WoodsPenfield, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Brentland WoodsHenrietta, NY · Assisted Living
- Castle Pointe at Baywindeverified testimonialsWebster, NY · Independent Living
- Cirrus Manor Residential CenterRochester, NY · Assisted Living
- Cobbs Hill ManorRochester, NY · Assisted Living
- Crimson Ridge GardensGreece, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Crimson Ridge MeadowsGreece, NY · Assisted Living
- Elderwood Village at FairportFairport, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Elderwood Village at GreeceRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Evergreen Place, Enhanced, Assisted Living & Memory CareBrockport, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Fairport Baptist Homes Adult Care FacilityFairport, NY · Assisted Living
- Glenmere at CloverwoodPittsford, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Grande'ville Senior Living CommunityRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Heather Heights of PittsfordPittsford, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Heathwood Assisted Living at PenfieldPenfield, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Hilton East Assisted LivingHilton, NY · Assisted Living
- Laurelwood at the HighlandsPittsford, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Legacy at Cranberry LandingRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Rainier Grove at Cherry RidgeWebster, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Rittenhouse Village PittsfordPittsford, NY · Assisted Living
- Rochester Presbyterian HomeRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- RPH EastFairport, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- RPH-WestNorth Chili, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Sage Harbor at Baywindeverified testimonialsWebster, NY · Independent Living · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Seabury WoodsRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- The HamletRochester, NY · Independent Living · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- The HawthorneRochester, NY · Assisted Living
- The Landing of BrightonRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- The Village at Maiden ParkRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- The Village at Mill LandingRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- The Village at PenfieldPenfield, NY · Assisted Living
- The Village at TowngateRochester, NY · Assisted Living
- Westwood Commons Adult HomeNorth Chili, NY · Assisted Living
- Wolk Manor Enriched Living CenterRochester, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Woodcrest CommonsHenrietta, NY · Assisted Living
Ontario County, NY 7 communities
- Ashton PlaceClifton Springs, NY · Assisted Living
- Clark Meadows at Ferris HillsCanandaigua, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- HorizonsCanandaigua, NY · Assisted Living
- Quail SummitCanandaigua, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- Seneca Lake Terrace Assisted Living CenterGeneva, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
- The Clark Manor HouseCanandaigua, NY · Assisted Living
- Victor Views Assisted LivingVictor, NY · Assisted Living
Livingston County, NY 2 communities
- Alpine ManorLima, NY · Assisted Living
- Morgan EstatesGeneseo, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
Wayne County, NY 2 communities
- Parkwood Heights Senior Living CommunityMacedon, NY · Assisted Living
- The Terrace at NewarkNewark, NY · Assisted Living · Memory Care
Orleans County, NY 1 communities
- The WillowsMedina, NY · Assisted Living
How much does senior living cost in Rochester?
Verified starting rates at featured Rochester communities range from $4,740 per month at Castle Pointe at Baywinde (assisted living) to $4,740 at Sage Harbor at Baywinde (assisted living and memory care). Memory care generally runs $1,000–$1,500 above assisted living; skilled nursing is billed through Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay rather than monthly rent.
| Care type | Typical Rochester range | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Independent living | $3,000 – $4,500 | Private apartment or cottage, meals and services optional |
| Assisted living | $4,500 – $6,500 | Daily personal care, meals, medication management |
| Memory care | $5,500 – $8,000 | Secured neighborhood, dementia-trained staff |
| Skilled nursing | Payer-based | 24/7 medical care; Medicare/Medicaid/private pay |
Ranges reflect published rates at verified Rochester-area communities plus operator-published market rates, November 2026. New York’s Medicaid waiver programs and VA Aid & Attendance can offset costs — see the FAQ below.
What are the highest-rated nursing homes in Rochester?
10 of the 47 Medicare-certified nursing homes in the Rochester metro hold the highest possible 5-star overall rating from CMS — including Jewish Home of Rochester in Rochester. Every facility below links to its full inspection history, staffing hours, and deficiency record.
| Facility ↕ | Location ↕ | CMS rating ↕ | Beds ↕ | Operator ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Home of Rochester | Rochester, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 362 | Independent |
| M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center | Canandaigua, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 178 | Independent |
| Edna Tina Wilson Living Center | Rochester, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 120 | Rochester Regional Health |
| Park Ridge Nursing Home | Rochester, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 120 | Rochester Regional Health |
| Maplewood Nursing Home | Webster, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 74 | Independent |
| The Brightonian | Rochester, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 54 | Hurlbut Care |
| Penfield Place | Penfield, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 48 | Hurlbut Care |
| Hamilton Manor Nursing Home | Rochester, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 40 | Hurlbut Care |
| Latta Road Nursing Home West | Rochester, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 40 | Hurlbut Care |
| Medina Memorial Hospital S N F | Medina, NY | ★★★★★ 5/5 | 30 | Independent |
| St. Ann's Community | Rochester, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 470 | Independent |
| The Friendly Home | Rochester, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 200 | Independent |
| Church Home of the Protestant Episcopal Church | Rochester, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 182 | Independent |
| Aaron Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Fairport, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 140 | Independent |
| Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport | Brockport, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 120 | Elderwood |
| Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic Extended Care | Clifton Springs, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 108 | Rochester Regional Health |
| St. Ann's Community | Webster, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 72 | Independent |
| Conesus Lake Nursing Home | Livonia, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 48 | Hurlbut Care |
| Woodside Manor Nursing Home | Rochester, NY | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | 44 | Hurlbut Care |
| Finger Lakes Health | Geneva, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 345 | Independent |
| Wayne Health Care | Newark, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 182 | Rochester Regional Health |
| Orchard Rehabilitation & Nursing Center | Medina, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 160 | Independent |
| The Hurlbut | Rochester, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 160 | Hurlbut Care |
| The Highlands at Brighton | Rochester, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 145 | Independent |
| Sodus Rehabilitation & Nursing Center | Sodus, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 130 | Personal Healthcare Management |
| Unity Living Center | Rochester, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 120 | Rochester Regional Health |
| Newark Manor Nursing Home | Newark, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 60 | Hurlbut Care |
| The Brook at High Falls Nursing Home and Rehabilitation | Rochester, NY | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | 28 | Independent |
| Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation | Mount Morris, NY | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 266 | Independent |
| Fairport Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Fairport, NY | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 196 | Independent |
| Kirkhaven | Rochester, NY | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 147 | Independent |
| Highlands Living Center | Pittsford, NY | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 122 | Independent |
| Avon Nursing Home L L C | Avon, NY | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 40 | Hurlbut Care |
| Latta Road Nursing Home East | Rochester, NY | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 40 | Hurlbut Care |
| Wedgewood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Spencerport, NY | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | 29 | Independent |
| Monroe Community Hospital | Rochester, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 566 | Independent |
| St. John's Health Care | Rochester, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 455 | Independent |
| Lilac Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Rochester, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 200 | Independent |
| Wayne County Nursing Home | Lyons, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 192 | Independent |
| Rochester Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing | Rochester, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 124 | Centers Health Care |
| The Pearl Nursing Center of Rochester | Rochester, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 120 | Independent |
| The Villages of Orleans Health and Rehab Center | Albion, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 120 | Independent |
| Ontario Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare | Canandaigua, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 98 | Centers Health Care |
| Blossom Health Care Center | Rochester, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 80 | Independent |
| Crest Manor Living and Rehabilitation Center | Fairport, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 80 | Independent |
| Elm Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Canandaigua, NY | ★☆☆☆☆ 1/5 | 46 | Independent |
| Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Rochester, NY | Not rated | 229 | Hurlbut Care |
Source: CMS Care Compare, federal five-star quality rating system, retrieved November 2026. Lilisity republishes this government data unmodified; no facility can pay to change its rating.
Which Rochester areas have senior living?
Senior living in the Rochester metro is spread across Monroe, Ontario, Wayne, Livingston, and Orleans counties in New York. The cities with the most licensed communities and nursing homes are listed below; most sit within a short drive of the region’s hospital systems, which matters for families coordinating specialist care or hospital discharge.
New York
- Rochester (37)
- Canandaigua (7)
- Fairport (6)
- Webster (5)
- Pittsford (5)
- Penfield (4)
- Medina (3)
- Newark (3)
- Brockport (2)
How these testimonials were collected and how we’re paid
- We interview residents and family members by phone, voice to voice — never web forms, never scraped from other sites.
- Every testimonial is named and dated, and verified against the community’s current resident or family list before publishing.
- Testimonials are published as given, including critical ones. Of the 40 on this page, 40 are five-star and 0 are four-star. None were removed.
How Lilisity is paid: Communities can pay Lilisity a flat monthly fee to manage their own listing: photos, prices, contact details, and receiving the inquiries families choose to send them. The fee is the same no matter how many families contact them or move in. Senior Living Alliance, which runs Lilisity, offers the same listing to its member communities as part of their membership; members pay SLA for its resident and family interview program. No community pays Lilisity per inquiry, per referral or per move-in. Payment never changes a testimonial, a rating, or the order of search results. The "Nearby Senior Living Alliance communities" box shows member communities only. CMS ratings come from the federal government, and testimonials come from residents. Read the full methodology → · How we are paid →
Recent verified testimonials from Rochester families
“As far as I can see, management is handling everything very well. I like the food and just about everything on the menu, and I'd rate the servers A+. I think it's wonderful that they do all that they do for activities; there's plenty to do, and I enjoy playing a few games. I have a good…”
“I feel very confident my mother is getting the very best of care here. Management is communicative, and there are a lot of activities available to residents. Maintenance has been very prompt in coming to her aid, the transportation has been wonderful, and the caregivers are very responsive. The…”
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Rochester senior living questions, answered
Most states, including New York, offer a Medicaid waiver that covers care costs (not room and board) at participating assisted living communities for people who qualify financially and medically. Not every community accepts the waiver, so ask early. Veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for VA Aid & Attendance, worth up to roughly $2,300 per month toward care.
Assisted living provides housing, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and medications in an apartment setting, state-licensed and mostly private pay. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24/7 medical care, are federally certified and CMS-rated, and are typically paid through Medicare, Medicaid, or long-term-care insurance.
Every facility in the table above links to its full record — CMS star ratings, health-inspection findings, staffing hours per resident, and any fines or penalties, sourced from Medicare's Care Compare data. 10 Rochester-area facilities currently hold a 5-star overall rating.
Assisted living moves can happen in days when a community has availability — after a nurse assessment and paperwork. Memory care placements after a crisis often complete within one to two weeks. Ask each community about openings when you call.
Yes. All 40 testimonials on this page come from recorded, voice-to-voice phone interviews with named residents and family members, conducted and verified by Senior Living Alliance. Nothing is scraped, anonymous, or edited, including the four-star testimonials.
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