Binghamton has over 47,900 residents, with 16.1% being seniors aged 65 and older. The region has a humid, continental climate that brings hot summers and cold winters. Residents can expect plenty of rainfall throughout the year and many snowy days during the winter and early spring months. Serving residents in the area, United Health Services Hospitals-Binghamton is high-performing in procedures and conditions related to cardiology and pulmonology. Additionally, Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Hospital is also high-performing in pulmonology, as well as nephrology.
In Binghamton, the cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home is $11,543 per month, which is nearly $4,000 more than the national average of $7,756. Fortunately, there are more affordable alternatives for seniors who don’t require around-the-clock medical supervision. Home health care allows seniors to age in place at home with the help of dedicated professionals. Assisted living facilities provide engaging activities in addition to personal care services.
This guide compares the cost of nursing care in Binghamton to other cities in the state, along with comparing the cost of different types of care. The final section offers resources for seniors who need assistance assessing their needs and exploring their long-term care options.
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80 FAIRVIEW AVENUE, Binghamton, NY, 13904
4.2
(17 reviews)
"My father was staying on the rehab unit unfortunately was during the lockdown ,but these people ...employees they went beyond helpful to my family and my dad always call us using FaceTime to see him and talk to him staff were super professional and..."
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159-163 Front Street, Binghamton, NY, 13902
"Wonderful people. Had incentive to get well. Felt very taken care of. Nice and very friendly staff...."
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863 FRONT STREET, Binghamton, NY, 13905
3.0
(3 reviews)
"I visited Elizabeth Church Manor with my son and daughter-in-law and loved it. Both of the buildings were so clean, so neat, and so welcoming. I wish I could move in there tomorrow. There were several shared rooms, but at 82, I don’t want to share a ..."
READ MORE32 Village Drive, Endwell, NY, 13760
4.5
(6 reviews)
"We are going to choose Good Shepherd Village at Endwell because we like the cleanliness of the facility and the size of the room. The staff was very accommodating, they did whatever they could to help us get there to do a tour, and the availability. ..."
READ MORE3700 Old Vestal Road, Vestal, NY, 13850
3.1
(9 reviews)
"Was a patient there twice this year for short term rehab. The staff was friendly, helpful and very professional. My room was clean and well maintained. I wouldn't hesitate to go there again. Staff was constantly asking if there was something that th..."
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600 High Avenue, Endicott, NY, 13760
3.4
(7 reviews)
"My mother is in Ideal Senior Living Center. We're trying to get her into assisted living, but she'd been in quarantine for two weeks and now she's in quarantine yet again in rehab due to exposure. We haven't been in the building only because the faci..."
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1501 Route 26 South,, Vestal, NY, 13850
3.7
(3 reviews)
"I visited Vestal Park, which is a brand-new rehab community. The only reason we're not there is because they're full and there's no room. The place was warm and welcoming...."
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282 Riverside Dr, Johnson City, NY, 13790
1.9
(16 reviews)
"At that time when my mother was requiring rehab, it was very difficult to get in at any place. It just so happened that I knew the admission's officer in Susquehanna Nursing Home and she was able to help us get my mother in this place. The food was f..."
READ MORE860 Old Vestal Lane, Vestal, NY, 13850
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Vestal Rehabilitation and Nursing Center was terrible. They called me every other day and told me I had to move my mom. They pressured me and that was uncomfortable. The social worker was horrible, she told me I had to stay with my mother everyday if..."
READ MORE301 Nantucket Drive , Endicott, NY, 13760
1.3
(9 reviews)
"My mother is currently staying in Absolut Care (Absolut Center For Nursing & Rehab Endicott LLC). The community is very good. My mother says that the food is great. I sample some of them, and I think it is very good also. They have activities like ga..."
READ MOREOn average, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $11,543 per month and a private room costs $11,736 per month in Binghamton.
Using the cost of a semiprivate room, the cost of nursing care in Binghamton is $773 lower than the state’s average and $3,787 higher than the national average.
Compared to other cities throughout the state, Kingston is the most expensive. With an average of $14,797 per month, the city is $3,254 more than Binghamton. The state capital, Albany, costs $1,430 more than Binghamton. New York City costs $228 more than Binghamton. The least expensive city is Utica. Located in central New York, it costs nearly $2,000 less than Binghamton.
Binghamton
$11,543
New York State
$12,316
The United States
$7,756
Kingston
$14,797
Albany
$12,973
New York City
$11,771
Utica
$9,581
The cost of care can be an important factor when considering long-term care options. In Binghamton, home-based care is $4,934 per month for both homemaking and personal care services, which is over $6,600 less than a semiprivate room. Adult day health care costs $2,383 per month, making it about 20% of what nursing care costs. Assisted living costs $6,446 less than nursing home care, with an average of $5,097. A private room in a nursing home costs $11,736 per month and is $193 more than a semiprivate room.
Home care
$4,934
Home health care
$4,934
Adult day health care
$2,383
Assisted Living
$5,097
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$11,543
Nursing home (private room)
$11,736
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
This section offers a short list of resources for seniors and their caregivers in Broome County. The county’s Office for the Aging can assist seniors with finding information and referrals for local services that best fit their needs and improve their level of independence.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Broome County Office for Aging Services | (607) 778-8000 | Operating as the Area Agency on Aging, the Broome County Office for Aging Services offers a variety of programs for seniors and their caregivers, including referrals for local service providers and legal aid, that are designed to improve their quality of life. A Senior ID card is available for seniors wishing to use the Broome County Mini Bus System or participate in any of the Office for Aging’s programs. |
| Home- and Community-Based Services Waiver/Long-Term Home Health Care Program (HCBS/LTHHCP) | (607) 778-8000 | The HCBS Waiver is designed to delay the placement of seniors in nursing homes. Low-income seniors who qualify for Medicaid can receive in-home personal and medical care services performed by experienced professionals, including nursing care and rehabilitation therapies. The program provides additional Medicaid coverage for community-based services, such as home maintenance and safety modifications. To apply, contact the Broome County Office for Aging Services. |
| The New York State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (855) 582-6769 | Certified by the state, ombudsmen investigate and help resolve complaints about the well-being of nursing home residents. Seniors and loved ones can reach out to an ombudsman with issues ranging from quality of care to lack of healthy meal options that meet each residents’ dietary needs and restrictions. A local ombudsman can be found through the Broome County Office of Aging or by calling the phone number provided. |
| The New York State Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) | (800) 701-0501 | HIICAP offers free and unbiased health insurance counseling to Medicare beneficiaries and those who are looking to apply for Medicare. Counselors can help seniors compare policies and find supplemental insurance coverage. Low-income seniors can apply for financial aid that can assist in covering out-of-pocket costs for prescription medications and medical supplies. Seniors can learn about long-term care options through HIICAP by contacting the Broome County Office on Aging or by calling the phone number provided. |
Nursing Homes
Pita22
1
Review of Bridgewater Center For Rehab & Nursing L L C
The rooms are filthy. Tv,s don't work most of the time. I see alot of the staff on their cell phones ignoring residents. I had a nurse forget to give my loved one his nightly medication. If i...
Nursing Homes
Kris Scott
3
Review of Bridgewater Center For Rehab & Nursing L L C
My wife is currently a resident on the 2nd floor at Bridgewater. The staff is pleasant. But one, particular aide named ANGEL is very nice, attentive and respectful. And, as-far-as her care, it's...
Nursing Homes
Not too happy
1
Review of Bridgewater Center For Rehab & Nursing L L C
My father left this facility in bad shape. He couldn’t even stand up or walk. They always put filthy clothes on him if he was even dressed in clothes at all. Some pants actually had dried up feces...
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