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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Yonkers, NY for 2024

Yonkers is perched along New York’s scenic Hudson River. Given that 16.5% of its 200,000 residents are 65 years of age or older, Yonkers is home to a sizable number of seniors. Medical facilities local seniors can choose from include Saint Joseph’s Medical Center and St. John’s Riverside Hospital. Both offer emergency care and the services of various specialists.

Also in Yonkers are a variety of nursing homes that charge an average monthly rate of $11,771 per the Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This makes Yonkers more expensive than the typical American city where the rate is $7,756. Nursing home services are usually robust and include regular attention from medical professionals and therapy programs that contribute to their high price. To save money and find a more appropriate fit, seniors with higher levels of independence may consider home health care or assisted living rather than nursing home care.

This guide contains information on the costs of nursing homes and other senior care providers in Yonkers. Additionally, the guide describes some useful resources for Yonkers’ elders.

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Nursing Home Costs in Yonkers, NY

Monthly, the average Yonkers nursing home charges $11,771 for a semiprivate room and $12,927 for a private room.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Costing an average of $11,771 per month for a semiprivate room, nursing home care in Yonkers is less expensive compared to the New York state average. Statewide, a typical provider charges $12,319. However, both the state and Yonkers are pricier than the average American city. Nationwide, the median cost is $7,756.

As for nearby cities, Binghamton, with its median rate of $11,543 is slightly cheaper than Yonkers. Otherwise, nearby locales tend to be pricier. Albany and Kingston have median costs of $12,973 and $14,797 respectively. In Poughkeepsie, the corresponding rate is $13,748.

Yonkers

$11,771

New York State

$12,319

The United States

$7,756

Poughkeepsie

$13,748

Kingston

$14,797

Albany

$12,973

Binghamton

$11,543

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In terms of average monthly price, nursing homes are at the upper end of seniors’ options in Yonkers. In these facilities, semiprivate rooms cost $11,771, and private rooms cost $12,927. Assisted living facilities charge much less: Their average rate is $5,991. Home health care and home care, meanwhile, have identical average prices of $4,957. Adult day health care represents the most affordable option as a typical provider charges $1,950 monthly.

Home care

$4,957

Home health care

$4,957

Adult day health care

$1,950

Assisted living

$5,991

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$11,771

Nursing home (private room)

$12,927

Note: Data for Yonkers was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York City, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Yonkers, NY

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.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including 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.

Free Resources for Seniors in Yonkers, NY

In Yonkers, many organizations and agencies work to make the aging process easier to navigate. These resources can help seniors and their families with tasks like completing applications and gathering information. Some offerings are relevant to seniors still living at home, and others aid older adults in different care settings like nursing homes.

ResourceContactService
Office for the Aging(914) 377-6822
The Office for the Aging serves Yonkers residents 60 years of age and up as well as people concerned with their well-being. The office's home-based services program is a way for seniors to access housekeeping and personal care, nutritional information and home-delivered meals. The program also offers caregiver support and transportation. Case managers are available through the Office for the Aging as well.
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program(1-855) 582-6769The Ombudsman Program's representatives educate and advocate for residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. Ombudsmen work with facility staff members, seniors and their family members to find resolutions to problems. The program also provides referrals when appropriate.
Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program(1-800) 701-0501HIICAP offers counseling on Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans. Additionally, the program helps individuals understand low-income subsidies that may make health insurance and medications more affordable. Medicare beneficiaries, people who represent them and individuals soon to be eligible for Medicare can use HIICAP.
Westchester County Veterans Service Agency(914) 995-2145The Westchester County Veterans Service Agency helps veterans identify and access military benefits. Older veterans can contact this agency for representation and aid in finding records and obtaining awards. Officers from the agency also assist with benefits applications. The agency works with veterans' families too.
Property Tax Exemptions(914) 377-6200Yonkers offers various property tax exemptions, some of which may apply to low-income seniors 65 years of age and up. There are also exemptions that apply to veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information, seniors can find applications online or contact the Assessment Office at the number listed here.

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