The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living

2553 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468 View map

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Overview of The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living

The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living provides assisted living in Bronx, NY. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while living in their own apartment. The community has 72 beds and offers unfurnished studio apartments, giving each resident a single living space to furnish. It may be a good fit for someone who needs daily support and prefers a studio apartment.

A wellness center on the premises lets residents access wellness services without leaving the community. Therapeutic recreation programs provide structured activities, while monthly holiday and cultural events, trips to local restaurants, and Jewish religious services create organized opportunities for recreation, dining, and worship. The community is a Medicaid Assisted Living Program, so Medicaid is part of the payment framework for eligible residents. Jewish Home Lifecare, University Avenue Assisted Living operates the community.

Facility Direct Line (347) 418-4270 assistedliving@jewishhome.org

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count 72

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

About this community

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program

CountyBronx

The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living is legally operated by Jewish Home Lifecare, University Avenue Assisted Living.

Social Work & Case Management

Medication Management

Medicaid Assisted Living Program (Alp)

Bilingual Staff (Spanish)

On-Site Healthcare Professionals

Laundry & Linen

Transportation

Wellness Center

Laundry

Wi-Fi

Cable Tv

Religious AffiliationJewish

Room Types

Studio

In-Room Features

Private Bathroom In-Unit Kitchenette

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Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. NY average

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.	9	9.0	This facility has total inspections in line with the New York average (9 vs. NY avg 9).— At avg
Inspections with violations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory violation.	2	4.0	This facility has 50% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 50% better
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	22%	55%	This facility has 33 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (22% vs. NY avg 55%).↓ 33% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	8	6.0	This facility has had 33% more complaint visits than the New York average (8 vs. NY avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 33% more

Violations Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total violations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	22	18.0	This facility has 22% more total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (22 vs. NY avg 18).↑ 22% worse
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	2.4	2.3	This facility has 4% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (2.4 vs. NY avg 2.3).↑ 4% worse

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2.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Bronx's city center to The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.


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Atria Riverdale	AL IL MC	The Bronx (Riverdale)	204 Facility 204 NY AVG 121 Rank #18 / 309	Yes	95 Facility 95 NY AVG 54 Rank #21 / 330	Atr New York Lh, Inc	6	33% Facility 33% NY AVG 55% Rank #101 / 301	3 Facility 3 NY AVG 6 Rank #101 / 301	2 Facility 2 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #58 / 301	0.3 Facility 0.3 NY AVG 2.3 Rank #57 / 301	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living	AL	Bronx	72	No	-	University Avenue Assisted Living Jewish Home Lifecare	9	22%	8	22	2.4	-	-
Claremont Village Assisted Living	AL	Bronx (Concourse Village)	70 Facility 70 NY AVG 121 Rank #234 / 309	No	88 Facility 88 NY AVG 54 Rank #55 / 330	Doj Alp Operations Associates LLC	6	50% Facility 50% NY AVG 55% Rank #172 / 301	4 Facility 4 NY AVG 6 Rank #132 / 301	3 Facility 3 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #82 / 301	0.5 Facility 0.5 NY AVG 2.3 Rank #83 / 301	-	-
RiverSpring Living	AL HC HOS IL MC NH PC SNF	Bronx (North Riverdale)	69 Facility 69 NY AVG 121 Rank #237 / 309	Yes	49 Facility 49 NY AVG 54 Rank #182 / 330	The Hebrew Home For The Aged At Riverdale	2	50% Facility 50% NY AVG 55% Rank #172 / 301	1 Facility 1 NY AVG 6 Rank #44 / 301	5 Facility 5 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #108 / 301	2.5 Facility 2.5 NY AVG 2.3 Rank #245 / 301	-	A+

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New York

The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living is located in New York City, New York State.
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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled

General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+

General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $15,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+

General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.

Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.

Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits

Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+

General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.

Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits

Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)

General NYC resident, able to share living space.

Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.

Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits

Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

Who is the owner of The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living?

The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living is legally operated by Jewish Home Lifecare, University Avenue Assisted Living.

Are pets allowed at The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living?

No, The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living?

The team at The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living can be reached at assistedliving@jewishhome.org.

How many beds does The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living have?

The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living has 72 beds.

Has The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living had any violations?

The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living has had 22 reported violations according to records from New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Are there photos of The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living?

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What levels of care does The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living provide?

The New Jewish Home University Avenue Assisted Living offers Assisted Living.

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