29 Assisted Living Facilities near New York, NY
With an average cost of $5,385 in New York, it’s often difficult to find assisted living communities that provide high-quality care at an affordable price. At Caring.com, our mission is to make this process as smooth and painless as possible, and we’ve helped many families along the way.
This guide provides everything you need to quickly compare communities and narrow your search, including 52 unique reviews from residents and our comprehensive database that gives pricing, amenity information, photos and more on the 8 facilities in New York.
8 Assisted Living Facilities in New York, NY
West 74th Street Home
Atria West 86
Carnegie East House
Village at 46th & 10th, The
Lott Community Home Health Care
Clinton Gardens
21 Assisted Living Facilities near New York, NY
Sunrise of Edgewater
Hudson Hills Senior Living
Signature Senior Living
Queens Adult Care Center
New South Shore Manor
Brooklyn Adult Care Center
Norwegian Christian Home & Health Center
Harbor Terrace Adult Care & Assisted ...
The Atrium At Hamilton Park
Independent Living Association
Ateret Avot
Amber Court Assisted Living in Brookl...
St. Nicholas Home
Cumberland Gardens
Madison York Assisted Living Community
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Lakeside Manor Home for Adults, Inc.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in New York
New York, New York, is a fascinating city with 18,000 restaurants, 40 Broadway theatres, 200 museums and 500 art galleries, some of which are sure to please many of the 993,158 seniors who reside in the city. Seniors living New York City who can no longer live independently but don't require a nursing home level of care will find eight assisted living facilities within city limits with another 21 located in the surrounding areas.
Assisted living facilities in New York City and throughout New York are governed by the New York Department of Health and are called Assisted Living Residents (ALRs) and Adult Care Facilities (ACFs).
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in New York
- New York is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership “has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or county a great place for people of all ages,” according to AARP.
- New York City is home to a sophisticated public transit system so seniors will always have transportation to get where they need to go. Those over 65 can take advantage of the reduced fare on almost every public transportation option.
- The New York area is home to world-class medical facilities, including New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital, Bellevue Hospital Center and Mount Sinai Beth Isreal Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- New York has an incredibly high cost of living at 209.3, more than 100 points higher than the U.S. average of 100. Seniors can also expect to pay more for groceries, transportation and healthcare expenses, which might make the city unaffordable for those on fixed incomes.
- New York does not tax Social Security benefits, although pensions and retirement savings account income are both partially taxed. Seniors in New York City may find that these tax savings help offset some of the higher expenses in the area.
- New York has a violent crime rating of 28.2, slightly higher than the national average of 22.7, and a property crime rate of 24.9, slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. These crime rates might families peace of mind in knowing that New York is a safe place for seniors.
Paying for Assisted Living in New York
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in New York
Assisted Living costs in New York start around $5,385 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in New York and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in New York
Low-income seniors who want to take advantage of the assisted living facilities available in New York City can apply for financial assistance to ease the financial burden of higher level care using two government-funded Medicaid waivers: The Managed Long Term Care waiver and the Assisted Living Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in New York
New York and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in New York, please visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in New York
New York-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in New York
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Review of Atria West 86
Atria West 86 was gorgeous, but it was too nice, and the residents were too perky. I didn't feel like my mother would fit in. It's not a great place for assisted living because it's over 20 stories... Read more
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Review of Atria West 86
Atria was very nice. The rooms were not dated. Some rooms were furnished, so you could see the possibility there. The staff was very nice. We had lunch there, and the meal was nice. There were lots... Read more
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Review of West 74th Street Home
They provide very small rooms at West 74th Street Home and there's not even a closet. It's extra if you want your own private shower. It looked like an old hotel where the bathrooms were on the out... Read more
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