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The 5 Best Nursing Homes in Plattsburgh, NY for 2024

Plattsburgh, NY, has over 19,000 residents, with people 65 and older comprising 16.1% of the population. Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital serves seniors in this city with nationally recognized, research-based care. Although nursing home costs in Plattsburgh exceed national averages, they are low in relation to cities throughout New York State. A semiprivate room here carries an average monthly cost of $10,737, compared to the national average of $7,756 and New York’s statewide average of $11,771.

Nursing homes provide skilled nursing and round-the-clock supervision for individuals who need a high level of care. These facilities also arrange physical, speech and occupational therapy as well as social programs. Some also offer dementia care. This wide spectrum of sophisticated services makes nursing home care substantially more costly than other senior living options. Seniors who don’t need this level of assistance may benefit from more economical and less institutionalized arrangements such as home health care or assisted living.

This guide helps families compare the costs of nursing home care and alternatives. It also lists local and state resources for seniors and their caregivers in Plattsburgh.

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Nursing Home Costs in Plattsburgh, NY

Nursing home semiprivate rooms in Plattsburgh cost an average of $10,737 per month. Private rooms cost an average of $11,193 per month.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Comparing average monthly rates of nursing home semiprivate rooms, Plattsburgh’s seniors pay almost $3,000 more than those in the average American city. On the other hand, Plattsburgh’s prices are about $1,000 under the New York state average of $11,771.

Nursing homes in Plattsburgh charge less than many facilities in nearby cities. In Glens Falls, residents pay over $3,300 more. Albany’s median costs are approximately $2,200 higher than Plattsburgh’s. However, the Utica area sees a much lower average monthly rate of $9,581, about $1,160 below prices here.

Plattsburgh

$10,737

New York

$11,771

The United States

$7,756

Glens Falls

$14,068

Albany Area

$12,973

Utica Area

$9,581

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

While exploring placement options for an aging loved one, families in Plattsburgh may find it helpful to compare the prices of these different arrangements. Assisted living is the most affordable choice here at an average rate of $5,425 per month. Home care and home health care providers charge $5,434 and $5,720, respectively. Seniors can expect to pay the most for nursing home care. A shared room costs $10,737 per month, and a private room costs $11,193 per month.   

Assisted living

$5,425

Home care

$5,434

Home health care

$5,720

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$10,737

Nursing home (private room)

$11,193

Note: Data for Plattsburgh was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Burlington Area, VT, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Plattsburgh, 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 Plattsburgh, NY

The following resources are designed to help Plattsburgh’s seniors live safely and healthily at home or in a facility. Resources include in-home medical assistance, legal aid and public benefits information for those who chose to age at home or transition into a nursing home.

ResourceContactService
Office for the Aging(518) 565-4620Clinton County’s Office for the Aging is the area’s contact for NY Connects, a portal for aging-related information and assistance. Services include Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) counseling, Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly (EISEP), personal emergency response systems, Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC), and the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). The agency can also connect seniors with home-delivered meals, legal assistance, transportation services and caregiver resources.
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program(855) 582-6769The Ombudsman Program is a resource and advocate for long-term care facility residents. Ombudsmen monitor facilities, educate residents about their rights and help them work through grievances concerning care quality, neglect and infringements on dignity.
Senior Citizens Council of Clinton County, Inc.(518) 561-7393The Senior Citizens Council’s Nutrition Program delivers healthy meals to homebound seniors every weekday. Drivers and staff perform safety checks on participants and offer referrals to appropriate resources. Contributions are appreciated but are not a condition for receiving services.
Legal Aid Society Northeastern New York(833) 628-0087The Legal Aid Society provides civil legal services at no cost to low-income individuals. Qualifying clients may receive self-help materials, brief advice and service, full representation and referral to another agency.
Joint Council for Economic Opportunity (JCEO)(518) 561-6310The JCEO’s Senior Outreach Workers help seniors aged 60 and over learn about benefits and services available in the community. They also assist with applications for these programs and advocate when seniors encounter problems. The Rural Transportation Program coordinates free, confidential rides to and from medical appointments. Friendly visits and home repairs are also available.

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Review of Meadowbrook Healthcare

My father was in Subacute there for a few months and we couldn't say more about the care. The Rehab staff was so patient and knowledgeable, and the nursing staff, CNA's and housekeepers were so...

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Review of Plattsburgh Rehabilitation And Nursing Center

Old nasty building and rooms. Never send a family member there. The staff doesn't even answer the call bells. They turn them off and ignore the patient. My husband had a horrific experience there...

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Anita

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Review of Samuel F. Vilas Home

My brother-in-law moved into Samuel F. Vilas Home. I think they're great and fantastic. He's a little difficult, but they're wonderful. They have laundry, they have a nice kitchen, they feed him...

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