Ateret Avot Senior Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Brooklyn, NY

Ateret Avot Senior Living

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Brooklyn, NY

Overview of Ateret Avot Senior Living

Ateret Avot Senior Living is an 85-bed independent and assisted living community located at 1410 East 10th Street in the Midwood section of Brooklyn, New York. Operated by Ateret of Midwood LLC, the community has been owned and run by the Scharf family for over 60 years. The facility is licensed as an Enriched Housing Program, a designation designed for supportive senior care.

The mid-rise building offers private room accommodations. Daily amenities include three prepared kosher meals served in the on-site dining room, weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and an emergency call system. Residents also have access to an outdoor terrace, local transportation, and a social calendar featuring live entertainment, bingo, and educational lectures. The neighborhood has a walk score of 92, meaning most daily errands do not require a vehicle, while Maimonides Medical Center sits about two and a half miles away.

Older adults and their families can contact the front desk directly to learn more about residency requirements or to schedule an in-person tour.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 85 Rank #227 / 355Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 227th out of 355 homes we track in New York for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New York that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #173 / 753Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 173rd out of 753 homes we track in New York for walk score. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New York that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program
CountyKings

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ateret Avot Senior Living is legally operated by Ateret Of Midwood Llc.

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

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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.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Address 4.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Brooklyn's city center to Ateret Avot Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.47 miles to nearest hospital (Maimonides Medical Center)

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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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in violations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
King David Center
AL
ADC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Brooklyn
271
Facility 271
NY AVG 126
Rank #15 / 355
Yes
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 64
Rank #203 / 753
Sgrnc, LLC (For Profit)3
67%
Facility 67%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #227 / 323
8
Facility 8
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #154 / 323
2.7
Facility 2.7
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #270 / 323
-A+
Brooklyn Adult Care Center
AL
Brooklyn (Cypress Hills)
210
Facility 210
NY AVG 126
Rank #33 / 355
No
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 64
Rank #203 / 753
Brooklyn Adult Care Center, LLC14
21%
Facility 21%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #55 / 323
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #116 / 323
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #65 / 323
Private / Semi-Private RoomsA+
The Waterford on the Bay Senior Living
AL
MC
Brooklyn (Sheepshead Bay)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 126
Rank #39 / 355
No
78
Facility 78
NY AVG 64
Rank #327 / 753
The Palm Beach Home For Adults, LLC1
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #52 / 323
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #31 / 323
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #34 / 323
Deluxe, Private, Semi-Private-
Sunrise at Mill Basin
AL
MC
Brooklyn (Mill Basin)
142
Facility 142
NY AVG 126
Rank #124 / 355
Yes
59
Facility 59
NY AVG 64
Rank #450 / 753
Gwc-Mill Basin, Inc5
20%
Facility 20%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #58 / 323
1
Facility 1
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #31 / 323
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #43 / 323
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Ateret Avot Senior Living
AL
IL
Brooklyn (Midwood)
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 126
Rank #227 / 355
No
92
Facility 92
NY AVG 64
Rank #173 / 753
Ateret Of Midwood LLC1
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #1 / 323
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 323
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #1 / 323
Private Rooms-

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New York

Ateret Avot Senior Living is located in New York City, New York State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New York City.

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ateret Avot Senior Living

What neighborhood is Ateret Avot Senior Living in?

Ateret Avot Senior Living is in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Who is the owner of Ateret Avot Senior Living?

Ateret Avot Senior Living is legally operated by Ateret Of Midwood Llc.

Is Ateret Avot Senior Living in a walkable area?

Ateret Avot Senior Living has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at Ateret Avot Senior Living?

No, Ateret Avot Senior Living has a no-pet policy.

Does Ateret Avot Senior Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Ateret Avot Senior Living is registered as a for-profit in NY.

How many beds does Ateret Avot Senior Living have?

Ateret Avot Senior Living has 85 beds.

Has Ateret Avot Senior Living had any violations?

Ateret Avot Senior Living has no reported violations according to records from New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

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