Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living

Overview of Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living

Located in Yonkers, the Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living is an exclusive facility offering a luxury senior community experience. Situated on a serene hilltop in a quiet residential neighborhood, the Center covers over 10 acres of park-like grounds, providing a tranquil retreat just minutes away from the bustling New York City. With beautifully appointed apartments and suites, lavish dining halls, a cozy library, and a range of luxurious amenities like an in-house gym, salon, theater, and social halls, the Center is designed to cater to the needs of seniors seeking both independent living and assistance with daily activities.

At the Westchester Center, residents can enjoy a lifestyle of comfort and convenience. The elegantly decorated corridors lead to various common areas and lounges, each offering its own unique charm. Whether relaxing in the library, staying connected with wireless internet access, or enjoying activities near the warm fireplace, there are plenty of opportunities for leisure and relaxation. The facility also boasts an in-house gym for fitness enthusiasts, a salon for pampering, and even a movie theater for entertainment. With a 24/7 Country Café and spacious grounds for outdoor strolls, the Westchester Center provides a truly luxurious and fulfilling living experience for seniors.

(914) 787-7400

195-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

Walk Score: 45 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeAdult Home

CountyWestchester

Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living is legally operated by Westchester ALP Management, LLC.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 enforcement actions 1 violation 6 inspections

Inspection Score

12 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.

Since 2021 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection August 1, 2024 Relicensure

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	6	9	This facility has 33% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (6 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 33% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 75% better
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	17%	44%	This facility has 27 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (17% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 27% better Rank #102 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 102nd out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	6	6	This facility has complaint visits in line with the New York average (6 vs. NY avg 6).— At avg Rank #212 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 212th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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.	1	14.5	This facility has 93% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 93% better Rank #103 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 103rd out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Violations per year Average violations per year since 2021.	0.2	2.9	This facility has 93% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.2 vs. NY avg 2.9).↓ 93% better
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	0.2	1.6	This facility has 88% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.2 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 88% better Rank #106 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 106th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violation breakdown

1 Food and Service NY avg: 1.1

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on August 1, 2024, cited one violation related to food service regulations.
Four complaint investigations between May 2023 and April 2024 found no violations or substantiated complaints.
The facility’s record shows consistent compliance except for a single food service violation in the latest relicensure survey.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

2.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Yonkers's city center to Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.42 miles to nearest hospital (Englewood Hospital)

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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

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What neighborhood is Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living in?

Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living is in the Getty Square neighborhood of Yonkers.

Who is the owner of Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living is Westchester ALP Management, LLC.

Is Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living have?

Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living has 195 beds.

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What is the phone number of Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living?

(914) 787-7400 will put you in contact with the team at Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living.

What county is Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living located in?

Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living is in Westchester County.

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