Amber Court of Pelham Gardens
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bronx, NY

Amber Court of Pelham Gardens

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bronx, NY
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Amber Court of Pelham Gardens accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Amber Court of Pelham Gardens

A proud member of the Amber Court, Pelham Garden boasts affordable senior living to live your golden years with a peaceful mind and in an oasis-like setting in the Bronx suburban area. Seniors are welcomed with warmth and comfort as they are treated like family. Amber Court understands that most of their residents are not financially well-off, so management proudly offers affordable care and has been exalted with their fine service. As a community that accepts Medicaid and Medicare, families of the residents and/or seniors themselves can rest easy knowing that they can still stay at Amber Court even when they’re finances cannot fully afford it anymore. 
Residents can gather together like a bunch of family when eating at the community’s own restaurant-style dining room and lounges; or enjoy good weather at their outdoor patio. At most times, seniors can feel like they’re on a vacation because of how hospitable the staff are with their service. The location of Amber Court is situated in the neighborhood of Pelham, and is accessible to a few highways, as well as tourist attractions like the Bronx Zoo and the Botanical Gardens where residents can visit during their outings or off-site activities. 

Bed community size
200-bed community Rank #169 / 748Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 169th out of 748 homes in New York. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #719 / 1173Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 719th out of 1173 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAdult Home
CountyBronx

Ownership & Operating Entity

Amber Court of Pelham Gardens is legally operated by Judith Lynn Home for Adults, LLC.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features24 hour supervision & security.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private And Semi-Private Rooms
Restaurant Style Meals
Senior Accessible Facility
Furnished & Air-Conditioned Accommodations
Outdoor Patio & Garden Area
Spacious Recreation Area
Relaxing & Socializing Lounges
On-Site Beautician & Barber Services
Easy Access To Local Transportation
Indoor Patio With Panoramic Gardens
Cinema & Game Room
Medication Supervision
Care Coordination By Licensed Nurses
Specific ProgramsMedical Supervision, Housekeeping & Laundry Services, Fitness Center, Salon & Barber Services, Religious Services, Live Entertainment & Outings.
Religious ServicesYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionRestaurant style meals in our dining room.

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Inspection History

In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 1 enforcement action 2 violations 5 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical New York assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

At the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #193 / 344 in New York Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 193rd out of 344 homes in New York. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the New York average among 344 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 83 out of 100. Letter grade B. At the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Enforcement Actions Info Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2021
1 enforcement action

This facility has 1 enforcement action. 77% of New York assisted living residences have zero, and the statewide average is 0.6.

  • August 12, 2021 #ACF-21-056

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 7 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total violations (86% below)
• Violations per year (86% below)
• Violations per inspection (75% below)
• Total inspections (44% below)
• Inspections with violations (50% below)
• Inspection violation rate (9% below)
• Complaint visits (50% below)
Latest Inspection July 8, 2025 Other An inspection that falls outside standard annual surveys and formal complaint investigations. May include administrative compliance checks, documentation reviews, focused surveys on specific concerns, or revisit surveys to verify prior corrections.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 59 This facility has 44% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (5 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 44% better
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 24 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 Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 40%44% This facility has 4 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (40% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 4% better Rank #167 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 167th 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 Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 36 This facility has 50% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (3 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 50% better Rank #129 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 129th 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 Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 214.5 This facility has 86% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 86% better Rank #134 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 134th 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 Info Average violations per year since 2021. 0.42.9 This facility has 86% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.4 vs. NY avg 2.9).↓ 86% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 0.41.6 This facility has 75% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.4 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 75% better Rank #138 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 138th 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.

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

  • July 8, 2025 inspection found one records and reports violation, with a plan of correction under review and no other deficiencies.
  • Complaint investigations on January 31, 2024, December 5, 2023, and March 8, 2023 found no violations.
  • Prior November 4, 2021 inspection had one records and reports violation with an approved plan of correction.

Lawsuit overview for Amber Court of Pelham Gardens

Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.

Source: State court e-filing records

Total Cases Info Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure. 4
Active Cases Info Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture. 1
Closed Info Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes. 3
Since Info Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure. 2020
Most Recent Info Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility. 2024
Next Court Date Info Next scheduled court appearance on record across active cases. May 11, 2026

Managed by Shlomo Pines

Executive Director

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bronx's city center to Amber Court of Pelham Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.99 miles to nearest hospital (Calvary 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
NY

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
NY

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.
NY

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.
NY

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.
NY

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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AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

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204
Facility 204
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95
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96
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6
50%
Facility 50%
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3
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0.5
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-A+
Amber Court of Pelham Gardens
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Bronx (Pelham Gardens)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #169 / 748
No
58
Facility 58
NY AVG 63
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Judith Lynn Home For Adults, LLC
83
Facility 83
NY AVG 83
Rank #193 / 344
5
40%
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NY AVG 44.4%
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2
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0.4
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Parkview Home For Adults
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

The Bronx (East Bronx)
118
Facility 118
NY AVG 160
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No
89
Facility 89
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Parkview Hfa, Inc.
72
Facility 72
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Facility 66.7%
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32
Facility 32
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2.7
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-A+
RiverSpring Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Bronx (North Riverdale)
35
Facility 35
NY AVG 160
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No
49
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The Hebrew Home For The Aged At Riverdale-1
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1.0
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-A+
New Fordham Arms Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bronx (Allerton)
35
Facility 35
NY AVG 160
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No
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 63
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Bridgewood LLC
96
Facility 96
NY AVG 83
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3
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
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2
Facility 2
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0.7
Facility 0.7
NY AVG 1.6
Rank #168 / 318
Studio / Semi-Private Rooms-

Frequently Asked Questions about Amber Court of Pelham Gardens

What neighborhood is Amber Court of Pelham Gardens in?

Amber Court of Pelham Gardens is in the Pelham Gardens neighborhood of Bronx.

Who is the owner of Amber Court of Pelham Gardens?

The legal owner and operator of Amber Court of Pelham Gardens is Judith Lynn Home for Adults, LLC.

Is Amber Court of Pelham Gardens in a walkable area?

Amber Court of Pelham Gardens has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Amber Court of Pelham Gardens have?

Amber Court of Pelham Gardens has 200 beds.

Are there photos of Amber Court of Pelham Gardens?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Amber Court of Pelham Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Amber Court of Pelham Gardens?

(718) 379-4400 will put you in contact with the team at Amber Court of Pelham Gardens.

What county is Amber Court of Pelham Gardens located in?

Amber Court of Pelham Gardens is in Bronx County.

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