Bayside, a bustling neighborhood in Queens, is home to an estimated 367,000 seniors, according to the latest census data. With Mount Sinai Hospital, a U.S. News and World Report top-ranked provider of geriatric care, and other world-renowned health facilities, such as the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, close by in Manhattan, Bayside seniors can have peace of mind about accessing quality care.
For seniors who need more than just an occasional helping hand, nursing homes are often the solution. Nursing home care is fairly expensive in Bayside, at an average cost of $11,771 per month for a semiprivate room, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. A private room in a Bayside nursing home averages $12,927 per month. Access to 24-hour skilled nursing care and supervision, along with room and board and help with daily living activities make this the most expensive option for senior care. For those who don’t need around-the-clock access to skilled nursing services, assisted living or home health care can offer more affordable alternatives.
Keep reading for more information about nursing home costs and other types of care, along with resources that might be helpful to Bayside seniors.