Page 4 of Best Assisted Living in New York State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 374 assisted living communities in NY using NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NY
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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.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Queens Adult Care Center
AL
NH
SNF
Queens (Elmhurst)
352
Facility 352
NY AVG 121
Rank #4 / 309
No
97
Facility 97
NY AVG 54
Rank #13 / 330
Hofgur, LLCA31
10%
Facility 10%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #48 / 301
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #192 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #83 / 301
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Bristal at West Babylon
AL
IL
MC
West Babylon
187
Facility 187
NY AVG 121
Rank #60 / 309
Yes
59
Facility 59
NY AVG 54
Rank #147 / 330
Eb Care At West Babylon LLCA-4
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #172 / 301
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #82 / 301
0.8
Facility 0.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #115 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed 2 Bed
The Bristal at Holtsville
AL
IL
MC
Holtsville (Express Drive North)
166
Facility 166
NY AVG 121
Rank #72 / 309
Yes
36
Facility 36
NY AVG 54
Rank #227 / 330
Eb Care At Farmingville LLCA8
38%
Facility 38%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #130 / 301
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #82 / 301
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #72 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bristal at Mount Sinai
AL
MC
Mt Sinai (Mount Sinai)
157
Facility 157
NY AVG 121
Rank #87 / 309
Yes
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 54
Rank #196 / 330
Eb Care At Mount Sinai, LLCA5
40%
Facility 40%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #144 / 301
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #58 / 301
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #72 / 301
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
St Michael‘s Home
AL
RC
Yonkers (Ludlow)
60
Facility 60
NY AVG 121
Rank #253 / 309
Yes
84
Facility 84
NY AVG 54
Rank #74 / 330
St. Michael's Home, IncA12
8%
Facility 8%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #46 / 301
1
Facility 1
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #44 / 301
0.1
Facility 0.1
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #44 / 301
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Braemar at Medford
AL
MC
Medford
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 121
Rank #21 / 309
No
27
Facility 27
NY AVG 54
Rank #265 / 330
Medford Hamlet LLCA+14
21%
Facility 21%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #67 / 301
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #82 / 301
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #47 / 301
1 Bed / 2 Bed Studio
The Bristal at Armonk
AL
IL
MC
Armonk
171
Facility 171
NY AVG 121
Rank #69 / 309
Yes
44
Facility 44
NY AVG 54
Rank #205 / 330
Armonk Senior Care LLCA-2
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 301
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bristal at White Plains
AL
White Plains
190
Facility 190
NY AVG 121
Rank #53 / 309
Yes
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 54
Rank #288 / 330
Ebc White Plains, LLCA+3
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 301
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 301
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Elm York Assisted Living
AL
East Elmhurst (Flushing)
262
Facility 262
NY AVG 121
Rank #7 / 309
No
57
Facility 57
NY AVG 54
Rank #155 / 330
Elm York LLCA+15
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 301
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 301
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Waterford on the Bay Senior Living
AL
MC
Brooklyn (Sheepshead Bay)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 121
Rank #21 / 309
No
78
Facility 78
NY AVG 54
Rank #93 / 330
The Palm Beach Home For Adults, LLCA+5
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 301
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 301
Deluxe, Private, Semi-Private

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Overview of The Waterford on the Bay Senior Living

Two hundred beds is a serious scale for an assisted living and memory care community, and The Waterford on the Bay Senior Living carries that scale at 2900 Bragg Street in Brooklyn’s Sheepshead Bay neighborhood. The Palm Beach Home for Adults, LLC operates the mid-rise building, licensed as an adult home with Enhanced and Special Needs certifications. Medicaid is accepted here, which matters for families weighing coverage options early.

A Walk Score of 78 lands this in “very walkable” range, meaning most errands and everyday essentials sit within a short walk rather than requiring a drive.

Suite options run three ways: deluxe, private, and semi-private, giving families some flexibility depending on budget and preference. Personal care assistance covers daily living needs, and dining runs restaurant-style rather than institutional. Round-the-clock coverage extends past just care staff, with 24/7 concierge service and 24/7 security and surveillance layered in for consistency day and night. Activities programming fills out the rest of the calendar.

On the regulatory side, state inspection attention here has centered on care planning and documentation, the kind of routine category inspectors look at across assisted living broadly.

What The Waterford on the Bay ultimately offers is large-scale assisted living and memory care with genuine suite flexibility, Medicaid access, and round-the-clock coverage, set in one of Brooklyn’s more walkable coastal neighborhoods.

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Overview of Queens Adult Care Center

Queens Adult Care Center is a well-regarded assisted living community in Queens, NY, that offers assistance with daily living activities. With its nurturing and safe environment, the community strives to keep older adults comfortable and well-cared for. Three nutritious meals daily, light housekeeping, laundry, and medication assistance are among the many activities provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community strives to understand residents’ needs and preferences through personalized care plans.

Off-site activities, light exercises, and fun gatherings provide residents with more opportunities to try new things and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also relax and move around, as cozy living spaces and accessible communal areas are available. With its ideal setting in the thriving Elmhurst Avenue, near restaurants and local amenities, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community ensures older adults can age comfortably, making it one of the best choices for senior living in New York.

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Overview of The Bristal at West Babylon

The Bristal at West Babylon has a Luxurious amenities abound, including an outdoor pool, putting green, salon, fitness center, cinema, and library. Residents enjoy delicious meals in the country club-style dining room and can participate in a daily schedule of social events and wellness programs. The Bristal offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, ensuring a perfect fit for your needs. Professional staff provides unparalleled personal care, and on-site conveniences like housekeeping and laundry services offer peace of mind.

Located conveniently on Long Island’s South Shore, The Bristal is close to Babylon village with its shops, restaurants, and parks. Explore the nearby spring-fed lake at Belmont Lake State Park or the ocean beaches at Robert Moses State Park, both just a short drive away. Easy access to NYC is provided by the nearby train station and highway. Choose from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments, all featuring kitchenettes and private baths.

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Overview of The Bristal at Mount Sinai

The Bristal at Mount Sinai offers assisted living and memory care in Mt Sinai, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels on one campus, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 157 beds and is operated by EB Care at Mount Sinai. Housing options include studios, suites, and one bedroom layouts, with friendship suite pricing starting at $5,700, giving families a concrete starting point for budgeting that option. Respite care supports a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed for residents who have a pet companion.

Residents can use the creative arts studio, fitness center, beauty salon, outdoor terrace, bistro, and private dining room. Three chef prepared meals are served daily in a country club style dining room, with special diets available for residents who require dietary accommodations. Daily programming includes social and cultural programs, live entertainment, and scheduled transportation to shops, parks, cultural outings, and restaurants.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The community’s scheduled transportation provides rides for the listed shopping, park, cultural, and restaurant outings.

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Overview of St Michael‘s Home

St Michael‘s Home provides respite care in Yonkers’ Ludlow neighborhood, offering short stays when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. That makes it a possible fit for families seeking temporary support rather than a permanent arrangement. The home opened in 1958 and has 60 beds.

Respite care starts at $4,750, giving families an initial figure for planning the cost of a short stay. Private bedrooms provide an individual room, while semi-private bedrooms are shared, and pets are allowed so residents can continue living with them during their stay. With a Walk Score of 84, most errands can be handled on foot, including visits to nearby shops, pharmacies, and cafes for a resident who no longer drives.

The home has a gym, salon, wellness program, rehabilitation services, chapel, and regular worship services, so residents can exercise, attend to personal grooming, take part in rehabilitation, and observe their faith without arranging each activity elsewhere. Cultural events, arts and crafts, and trips to the theater, restaurants, and shopping add structured ways to spend time outside the home.

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Overview of The Bristal at Holtsville

Located within the neighborhood of Holtsville, NY, The Bristal at Holtsville provides families in Suffolk County with an assisted living experience like no other – in services, amenities, and care. The Bristal at Holtsville offers various living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, where their professional and courteous team leads in providing top-of-the-line assistance and care fit to the varying needs of their residents.

Conveniently located near The Brookhaven Wildlife and Ecology Center, the amphitheater at Bald Hill, and the downtown area of Patchogue, residents at The Bristal can visit and enjoy fine restaurants, theaters, and cultural attractions. Dedicated to creating a dynamic and active atmosphere for its residents, the community offers amenities, including a heated outdoor pool, a putting green, a cinema, a fitness center, a full programming calendar, and a pet-friendly community

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Braemar at Medford

1529 N Ocean Ave, Medford, NY 11763
Overview of Braemar at Medford

Enjoy the best of your later years with Braemar at Medford, a blissful retreat set in charming Medford, NY, offering assisted living services. As a 200-bed residence, the community strives to provide the highest quality of care and support alongside cozy and beautifully designed studio and two-bedroom accommodation for residents to live comfortably in their golden years. Housekeeping and linen services are also provided for residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Enrich your retirement with fun-filled activities and engaging programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. With healthy and delicious restaurant-style style dining, residents can rest assured of meeting their dietary needs and preferences. The community also features top-notch amenities, including a library, a golf putting green, a beauty salon, and serene walking paths, ideal for residents’ recreation and socialization.

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Overview of The Bristal at Armonk

Nestled in Westchester County, The Bristal at Armonk has a luxurious senior living with this pet-friendly community offers independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care in their Reflections neighborhood. Their caring staff provides a perfect balance of independence and support.

Enjoy easy access to NYC via car or rail, alongside local malls, restaurants, and historical sites. Relax by the pool, the charming main street of Armonk, or visit nearby Westchester Medical Center. Choose from studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or friendship suite apartments, all featuring kitchenettes and private baths. Residents indulge in delicious meals, daily housekeeping, and a variety of amenities including a fitness center, salon, cinema, and social events.

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Overview of The Bristal at White Plains

The Bristal at White Plains offers assisted living in White Plains, NY. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while maintaining a private living space. With 190 beds, the community has more residents and staff than a smaller setting, along with typically more programming.

Living arrangements include studios, suites and one bedroom apartments. A studio offers one private living space, while suites and one bedroom apartments provide different layouts. Pets are allowed, and residents can use the garden as an outdoor area. A doctor is on staff.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support temporary, recovery focused stays. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, giving eligible residents and families payment pathways for covered care. EBC White Plains operates the community. The setting may be a good fit for someone who needs assistance with daily tasks while retaining a private living space.

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Overview of Elm York Assisted Living

Elm York Assisted Living is an assisted living community in East Elmhurst, NY, where residents can receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Respite care offers a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, making the community a possible fit for a family needing temporary support during that period.

Residents may choose private or semi private rooms. A private room provides single occupancy, while a semi private room supports shared living. The community has 262 beds, allowing it to accommodate more residents and staff and usually offer more programming than a smaller community. Elm York operates the community.

Rehabilitation services support residents working to regain function during recovery. Short term rehabilitation provides a time limited setting for that care. A doctor is on staff, providing physician oversight through the community.

Medicaid can help families whose savings may not cover a long stay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, rather than long term residence. The area has a Walk Score of 57 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still manage some nearby errands independently.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in New York State at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,685The average monthly cost across facilities in New York State. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New York State. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 121The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New York State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in New York State

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New York State?

Assisted living in New York State supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York State?

Assisted living in New York State is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New York State Medicaid cover assisted living?

New York State Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New York State) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 374 assisted living facilities in New York State. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in New York State?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New York State, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in New York State?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.