Endicott is a historic village near the Pennsylvania border with 13,000 residents, 17% of whom are seniors aged 65 and over. Older adults in the village have relatively easy access to health care, as there are 229 physicians per 100,000 people in the region, well above the 210 per 100,000 national rate. Several hospitals and medical centers serve the area, including Lourdes Health Center Vestal, UHS Vestal and UHS Wilson Medical Center.Â
Nursing home care is helpful for seniors who need 24-hour medical monitoring and care, or for daily physical therapy and rehab services. These facilities provide room and board, a community of other residents and expert health services by a professional medical care team. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, nursing home care in Endicott averages $11,929 a month. Less medically oriented care options, such as assisted living or home health, may cost less and be a better fit for some seniors.
This guide goes over typical costs for nursing homes in Endicott, along with other types of care. It also has helpful information about local resources that support seniors making the move into long-term care.