Queens is the largest borough of New York City by land area, and with about 2.3 million people, it’s the second-most populous. Seniors, who make up about 16% of the population, have access to a broad range of amenities such as multiple senior centers and numerous programs and services that promote their health and quality of life. The borough is home to some of the top healthcare facilities in the state, including NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens, which specializes in cancer care, operative services and diabetes management.
After being hospitalized for a serious injury or illness, seniors who need a high level of care may transition to a nursing home. These residential facilities are staffed with licensed healthcare professionals and provide daily meals, personal care services and recreational activities, along with around-the-clock monitoring and medical care. Nursing home care is the most expensive senior care option in Queens, with the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey reporting that local services typically cost $11,771 per month. Seniors with less extensive care needs may save money by choosing assisted living or home care.
This guide provides more information on nursing home costs in Queens. It also highlights the agencies and programs that serve older adults in the borough.
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15715 19th Ave, Queens, NY, 11357
4.4
(17 reviews)
"The care given by The Grand at Queens is second to none. The staff is friendly, thorough and highly knowledgeable. I would recommend this facility without reservation...."
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69-70 Grand Central Parkway, Queens, NY, 11375
2.7
(27 reviews)
"My Aunt got recently admitted to this facility and we appreciated how the staff informed us of what treatment is being done and the Rehab team was always there to answer all our concerns. We were blessed to be roomed in one of the newly renovated are..."
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18215 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY, 11432
3.4
(7 reviews)
"My mom is at Hillside Manor. It's close to transit and it's on route. They have activities and my mom likes them. We chose it because it was close to home. The staff are nice and caring. Her room is clean and spacious. The place is lively, and the p..."
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61-35 Dry Harbor Road , Middle Village, NY, 11379
4.0
(28 reviews)
"It is truly a difficult decision to have a parent reside in a Nursing Home instead of at home but sometimes there is no choice for the family based on their needs. I feel so incredibly grateful that my own mother was a resident at Dry Harbor Nursing ..."
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2107 Ditmas, Brooklyn, NY, 11226
4.2
(25 reviews)
"I’m very happy with the rehab and food in this establishment. They treated me amazing, I’m very impressed with the neatness and cleanliness of this establishment. Really remarkable. Thank you for taking such good care of me...."
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3525 Baychester, Bronx, NY, 10466
4.1
(18 reviews)
"After experiencing two surgeries on the same leg in 3 weeks. I was transferred to Split Rock for some physical therapy and wound care. I was nervous when i first arrived. The nursing staff was wonderful. The therapist for my leg was amazing. Everyone..."
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155 Dean Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11217
4.3
(9 reviews)
"I want to first start off by saying Thank You to Hopkins for doing what they do!! They exceeded all expectations!! From when you walk into the building everyone is amazing and super nice. The lobby is quite nice. The staff is wonderful. The recreati..."
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1440 Port Washington Boulevard, Port Washington, NY, 11050
3.6
(11 reviews)
"My brother-in-law is now in Sands Point Center for Health and Rehabilitation. Right now, we're very, very happy with them. They show a lot of care. It's a very happy and caring staff. They have a complete monthly activity calendar that they use for a..."
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100 BALDWIN ROAD, Hempstead, NY, 11550
3.0
(2 reviews)
"Really impressed with the care here. The administrator was really personable and caring. He sat with me for 3 hours and worked through some of my concerns. Can't beat how much time he spent trying to make my life a little easier, kind of uncomfortabl..."
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140 Beach 114th Street, Rockaway Park, NY, 11694
" 240 Bed Facility near Brooklyn and Queens Ventilator Unit/ Tracheostomy- 24-hour Respiratory Therapists On-Site Dialysis Kosher Short ..."
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255 WARNER AVENUE, Roslyn Heights, NY, 11577
"I was a patient here for 3 months. I had a wonderful experience. Therapy was terrific and I’m able to walk and function better than I could before my accident. My family visited whenever they wanted with no issues parking (free valet), and stayed as ..."
READ MORE199 COMMUNITY DRIVE, Great Neck, NY, 11021
3.8
(26 reviews)
"I came to Highfield Garden Care Center after a long hospital stay. I had fallen in my apartment and was stuck there for a couple of days. Needless to say, I was pretty out of condition when I got to Highfield Gardens. The cracker-jack physical the..."
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2316 Bruner Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10469
4.9
(11 reviews)
"My name is Michael Silver and I was a patient at Gold Crest for 2 weeks in August 2023 and I have nothing but great things to say. The staff was wonderful and so very helpful thank you Gold Crest and in particular the fantastic staff on the third flo..."
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26-13 21ST STREET, Astoria, NY, 11102
4.3
(12 reviews)
"Beautiful building. Perfect place for patients to transition from hospital to home. Their team of professionals provide intensive therapy and round the clock care. They revived process is augmented by their warm and comfortable environment and amenit..."
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755 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY, 11553
3.5
(21 reviews)
"The staff (nurses, therapists, aides, maintenance, housekeeping) is wonderful. It is an effectant, caring and kind group. The Social Work staff is very helpful. Town-house includes a woman who helps the residents take care of personal things and alwa..."
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243 Atlantic Avenue, Lynbrook, NY, 11563
2.7
(31 reviews)
"I experienced a bad fall while on vacation in California.After 2surgeries & acute rehab My Family reached out to Lynbrook .The staff took care of everything Once paperwork was sent they assessed my needs I was approved for admission I arrived at JFK ..."
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212 40 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens Village, NY, 11427
4.4
(9 reviews)
"Very good rehab & nursing home. They really do take care of their patients in both friendly & professional manner. Especially, Jaconto, RN & Jessy, Manager are very cooperative, also the social worker. They allow visitor 24/7 without any restriction ..."
READ MOREIn Queens, seniors pay approximately $11,771 per month for semiprivate rooms. Private rooms are over $1,000 more per month at $12,927.
Queens is located in New York City, and its nursing home cost data is figured into the area’s average of $11,771 per month. While this is considerably higher than the national average of $7,756, it’s a little lower than the statewide median of $12,319. Queens is an affordable alternative to the Poughkeepsie area, where rates average $13,748, and Kingston, where costs are even higher at $14,797. In the Albany area, seniors pay $12,973 per month, and Utica is among the cheapest cities in the state for nursing home care with an average of $9,581.
Queens/New York City
$11,771
New York
$12,319
The United States
$7,756
Poughkeepsie
$13,748
Kingston
$14,797
Utica
$9,581
Albany
$12,973
Seniors in Queens pay $11,771 per month for shared rooms and $12,927 for private rooms, making nursing homes the most expensive senior care option. Assisted living is a residential option that includes personal care services, meals and short-term or occasional skilled nursing services for $5,991 per month. Home care and home health care, which includes skilled nursing services, both cost $4,957 per month. Queens’ most affordable senior care option is adult day health care at $1,950 per month.
Home care
$4,957
Home Health Care
$4,957
Adult Day Healthcare
$1,950
Assisted Living
$5,991
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$11,771
Nursing home (private room)
$12,927
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.
The following programs and agencies provide aging-related services to older adults in Queens. Through these resources, seniors can get one-on-one help with finding the right long-term care option for their needs, identify ways to pay for services and arrange for in-home care that can help them postpone admission to a nursing home.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| New York City Department for the Aging | (212) 244-6469 | The Department on Aging is the designated Area Agency on Aging for New York City’s five boroughs, including Queens. Through this department, those aged 60 and over can access a range of programs that support their independence and safety and may help them avoid nursing home placement, including transportation services, medication delivery, access to in-home medical supplies and chore and personal care services. The department also operates the region’s long-term care ombudsman program, which advocates on behalf of those in nursing homes. |
| Citymeals on Wheels | (212) 687-1234 | Citymeals on Wheels provides home-delivered meals to seniors in Queens who are unable to shop for and prepare meals themselves. Each meal meets a third of seniors’ daily nutritional needs and includes an entrée, a slice of whole wheat bread, a single-serve container of fat-free milk and a no-sugar-added dessert. Meals that meet special dietary requirements, including kosher meals, may be available upon request. |
| Center for Independence of the Disabled | (212) 674-2300 | Center for Independence of the Disabled is a local nonprofit organization that administers a broad array of programs for older adults in the community. Through its Nursing Home Transition and Diversion Program, it helps seniors avoid nursing home placement or move back to the community. The agency also provides information and referrals to help seniors access community-based services, help with applying for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance, transportation services and long-term care counseling. |
| Queens Vet Center | (718) 296-2871 | Staff at the Queens Vet Center provides support and assistance to veterans in the community. Through this local center, qualifying veterans can apply for pension programs and the Aid and Attendance benefit, which can help them cover nursing home expenses. |
| CenterLight Healthcare | (877) 212-8877 | CenterLight Healthcare is the local PACE program. This program is open to seniors aged 55 and older who require a nursing home level of care but prefer to remain at home or an assisted living facility. It provides comprehensive assistance, including medical and wellness services, home healthcare, social activities, transportation and nutrition services. |
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