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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Westbury, NY for 2024

 

Westbury rests within Nassau County near the Hudson River and an array of local shops, restaurants and museums. About 15,700 residents call the city home, including a senior population comprising 17.7%. It offers lower health care prices than the national norm and ranks safer than 46% of U.S. neighborhoods, with average lower violent crime rates than statewide and national figures. 

Westbury houses numerous assisted living communities to help older adults access personal care assistance. These communities provide trained staff and daily living services, including meals, housekeeping and laundry. Additionally, they offer social activities and amenities, such as fitness centers and game rooms. In Westbury, seniors in assisted living pay about $5,750 per month, which is higher than New York's statewide average of $4,580 and the national norm of $4,500.

This guide explores assisted living costs locally and in nearby cities and evaluates the pros and cons of living in Westbury. Additionally, it lists resources to help readers navigate long-term care options. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Westbury

The New York State Department of Health oversees and licenses assisted living communities throughout Westbury and the state. The agency provides resources to help facilities operate accordingly and an adult care community directory to assist seniors and their families as they search for long-term care options aligning with their needs. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Westbury

 

  • Westbury has lower violent and property crime rates than U.S. figures. Based on a 100-point index, Westbury ranks 9.9 for violent crimes and 24.5 for property crimes, while the United States receives scores of 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. Assisted living communities also use security measures, including video surveillance and alarms, to enhance resident safety. 

 

  • Westbury experiences warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters, with average year-round temperatures ranging from 26 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit. June to September presents ideal weather for outdoor recreation, with minimal rain and temperatures falling between 75 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. However, assisted living communities help residents stay entertained year-round with a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

 

  • New York is moderately tax-friendly toward retirees. The state exempts Social Security benefits and public pension income from state income tax and partially taxes private pension income and retirement account withdrawals. Retirement accounts and private pension income are also deductible up to $20,000. Seniors can use these tax breaks to help pay for long-term care. 

 

  • Westbury's cost of living lands 73% higher than the national average. However, it offers lower average prices for food, transportation and health care. Moving to assisted living may further reduce expenses since most communities offer fixed monthly rates for basic living services, including housing and meals. 

 

  • Westbury offers health care for about 0.5% less than the U.S. average and has 498 local physicians per 100,000 population, which is higher than the national norm of 210 physicians. Additionally, Westbury rests about 3 miles from Nassau University Medical Center, a 530-bed teaching hospital offering a range of primary care and specialty services, including family medicine, surgery and 24-hour emergency care. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Westbury

 

Assisted living in Westbury costs $5,750 per month, although this price can vary depending on services and amenities. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Seniors in Westbury pay $5,750 for assisted living, which is 20.3% higher than New York's statewide average and 21.7% higher than the national median. Costs also fall lower in Albany, where residents pay $5,269 per month, and in Syracuse, which offers an 18.4% savings. In Binghamton, prices drop even further to $4,597, while Rochester offers one of the lowest monthly rates in the region at $3,775. 

Westbury

$5,750

New York

$4,580

United States

$4,500

Albany

$5,269

Syracuse

$4,694

Binghamton

$4,597

Rochester

$3,775

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors have numerous care options in Westbury, depending on health needs and budgets. Assisted living offers daily living support and social activities for $5,750 monthly, while adult day health care provides daytime-only activities and supervision for 66% less. About 3.8% less than assisted living, in-home care is a service that assists seniors with personal care tasks, including bathing and dressing. Those requiring skilled nursing services can receive home health care for $5,720. However, some seniors may need 24-hour medical supervision and care to maintain quality of life. Nursing home care costs $12,471 for a semi-private room and may be more suitable.

In-Home Care

$5,529

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,950

Assisted Living Facility

$5,750

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,471

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

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Westbury

New York offers an Assisted Living Program for seniors who need help paying for their preferred assisted living facilities. This program requires applicants to need the same level of care as one would need in a nursing home but also be able to live somewhat independently in an assisted living facility.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.

Financial Assistance in New York

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 Westbury

Westbury 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 Westbury, please visit our Assisted Living in New York page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Westbury

 

Westbury Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in New York

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Roseann

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Review of The Bristal Assisted Living at Westbury

We toured The Bristal Assisted Living at Westbury for my mom. We liked it because it was close to my house, and it was very pleasing when you walked in. Everything looked very nice, and it was...

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Jan

I visited this facility

Review of The Bristal Assisted Living at Westbury

Everything about The Bristal Assisted Living at Westbury was lovely. It was a beautiful place and everything was clean. They had little areas where people could sit, a little coffee area, and an...

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Shery

I visited this facility

Review of The Bristal Assisted Living at Westbury

The Bristal Assisted Living at Westbury was actually a better choice for us. The person who gave us the tour was lovely. Just that the rooms were smaller and it costs more.

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