RiverWalk Senior Apartments
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Bronx, NY

RiverWalk Senior Apartments

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Bronx, NY

Overview of RiverWalk Senior Apartments

Part of RiverSpring Living, RiverWalk Senior Apartments is a senior living community in the North Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, a short drive from Englewood Hospital. The community offers a full continuum of care, including nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents can move between levels of support without changing communities.

The 80-bed community is housed in a mid-rise building and offers private rooms. Its size gives residents access to more shared spaces than a smaller residential home. The area has a Walk Score of 49 out of 100, which is somewhat walkable. A handful of nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car.

Daily life includes indoor and outdoor common areas, a beauty salon, an arts and crafts centre, and a library. Housekeeping and transportation services are also available. Residents can also join in fitness and recreation programs, as well as a wider range of social, recreational, and educational activities. These amenities are suitable for residents who want community living with plenty of opportunities to stay active and connected.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 80 Rank #573 / 736Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 573rd out of 736 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 Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #786 / 1150Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 786th out of 1,150 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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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bronx's city center to RiverWalk Senior Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.12 miles to nearest hospital (Englewood Hospital)

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
Rebekah Rehab and Extended Care Center
AL
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Bronx (Parkchester)
213
Facility 213
NY AVG 160
Rank #148 / 736
No
95
Facility 95
NY AVG 64
Rank #131 / 1,150
United Odd Fellow And Rebekah Home (Not For Profit)15
73%
Facility 73%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #253 / 323
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #254 / 323
1.5
Facility 1.5
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #198 / 323
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Atria Riverdale
AL
IL
MC
The Bronx (Riverdale)
204
Facility 204
NY AVG 160
Rank #157 / 736
Yes
95
Facility 95
NY AVG 64
Rank #131 / 1,150
Atr New York Lh, Inc6
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #164 / 323
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #86 / 323
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #73 / 323
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Amber Court of Pelham Gardens
AL
MC
Bronx (Pelham Gardens)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #164 / 736
No
58
Facility 58
NY AVG 64
Rank #717 / 1,150
Judith Lynn Home For Adults, LLC5
40%
Facility 40%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #131 / 323
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #59 / 323
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #65 / 323
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RiverWalk Senior Apartments
AL
IL
MC
Bronx (North Riverdale)
80
Facility 80
NY AVG 160
Rank #573 / 736
No
49
Facility 49
NY AVG 64
Rank #786 / 1,150
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Claremont Village Assisted Living
AL
Bronx (Concourse Village)
70
Facility 70
NY AVG 160
Rank #607 / 736
No
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 64
Rank #317 / 1,150
Doj Alp Operations Associates LLC6
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #164 / 323
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #86 / 323
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #73 / 323
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New York

RiverWalk Senior Apartments 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 RiverWalk Senior Apartments

What neighborhood is RiverWalk Senior Apartments in?

RiverWalk Senior Apartments is in the North Riverdale neighborhood of Bronx.

Is RiverWalk Senior Apartments in a walkable area?

RiverWalk Senior Apartments has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at RiverWalk Senior Apartments?

No, RiverWalk Senior Apartments has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of RiverWalk Senior Apartments?

Yes — there are 5 photos of RiverWalk Senior Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of RiverWalk Senior Apartments?

RiverWalk Senior Apartments is located at 5961 Palisade Ave, Bronx, NY 10471.

What is the phone number of RiverWalk Senior Apartments?

(856) 453-8300 will put you in contact with the team at RiverWalk Senior Apartments.

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