Best Assisted Living in White Plains, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 10 assisted living communities in White Plains, 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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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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
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.
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.
The Bristal at White Plains
AL
White Plains
190
Facility 190
NY AVG 105
Rank #60 / 458
A+Yes
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 54
Rank #286 / 328
Ebc White Plains, LLC3
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #1 / 451
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 451
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #1 / 451
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Bristal Assisted Living at White Plains
AL
IL
MC
White Plains
190
Facility 190
NY AVG 105
Rank #60 / 458
A+Yes
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 54
Rank #286 / 328
Ebc White Plains, LLC3
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #1 / 451
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 451
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #1 / 451
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Fountains at RiverVue
AL
MC
Tuckahoe
141
Facility 141
NY AVG 105
Rank #124 / 458
B+Yes
83
Facility 83
NY AVG 54
Rank #76 / 328
The Fountains Operating Company (Ny), Inc4
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #246 / 451
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #74 / 451
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #109 / 451
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Ambassador of Scarsdale
AL
MC
White Plains (Scarsdale)
144
Facility 144
NY AVG 105
Rank #116 / 458
A-Yes
35
Facility 35
NY AVG 54
Rank #226 / 328
Karp Scarsdale, LLC3
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #136 / 451
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #158 / 451
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #316 / 451
Private Rooms
The Kensington White Plains
AL
MC
White Plains (City Of White Plains)
130
Facility 130
NY AVG 105
Rank #141 / 458
C+Yes
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 54
Rank #23 / 328
White Plains Kensington, LLC12
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #246 / 451
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #345 / 451
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #316 / 451
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brightview Tarrytown
AL
MC
Tarrytown
107
Facility 107
NY AVG 105
Rank #191 / 458
C+Yes
40
Facility 40
NY AVG 54
Rank #215 / 328
Bv Tarrytown Operator, LLC3
67%
Facility 67%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #346 / 451
19
Facility 19
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #312 / 451
6.3
Facility 6.3
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #436 / 451
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Chelsea at Greenburgh
AL
MC
RC
White Plains
137
Facility 137
NY AVG 105
Rank #131 / 458
?Yes
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 54
Rank #273 / 328
Shp Vi Greenburgh Operator Inc-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #1 / 451
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 451
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #1 / 451
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Brightview Harrison
AL
IL
MC
Harrison (West Harrison)
99
Facility 99
NY AVG 105
Rank #213 / 458
?Yes
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 54
Rank #284 / 328
Bv Harrison Operator, LLC-
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #1 / 451
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 451
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #1 / 451
1 Bed / 2 Bed
White Plains Guest Home for Adults
AL
White Plains
15
Facility 15
NY AVG 105
Rank #448 / 458
C-No-Family Services Of Westchester, Inc9
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 54.2%
Rank #422 / 451
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #247 / 451
1.3
Facility 1.3
NY AVG 2.7
Rank #236 / 451
-
Gladhaven Senior Residence
AL
RESC
Port Chester (Glenville)
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 105
Rank #454 / 458
-No
29
Facility 29
NY AVG 54
Rank #253 / 328
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NY assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 10 analyzed for White Plains. See how we rank facilities

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 The Bristal Assisted Living at White Plains

The Bristal Assisted Living at White Plains offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in White Plains, NY. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The range may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without leaving the community.

The community has 190 beds. Its starting price is $7,400 per month, giving families a baseline for monthly budgeting. Housing includes studios, suites, one bedroom layouts, and two bedroom layouts. A studio suits one resident, while larger layouts can suit couples or someone who wants a companion.

Residents can use a fitness center, salon, spa, outdoor terrace, and putting green, providing spaces for exercise, personal care, and outdoor recreation. There are also creative arts workshops, guest speakers, wellness classes, and social events, with scheduled options for creative, educational, wellness, and social activities. There is variety in the daily calendar.

Rehabilitation services are available on site, so a resident can receive rehab without arranging transportation. Specialized diet accommodations allow dietary needs to be addressed. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet in the community.

Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. EBC White Plains operates the community.

Starting Price $7,900/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of The Fountains at RiverVue

The Fountains at RiverVue is an assisted living and memory care community in Tuckahoe, New York. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 141 beds and offers private rooms, giving each resident a single private living space. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet in the community. The Fountains Operating Company (NY) operates the community, and Monarch Communities is the owner.

A Walk Score of 83 places the area in the very walkable band. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy or cafes independently. Garden paths and garden gatherings provide outdoor activities, while art classes, guest speaker events, evening lectures and billiards offer additional ways to spend time on site.

Meals can be enjoyed in the courtyard dining area, and a private dining room is available for family events. A complimentary trolley is also available.

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Overview of The Ambassador of Scarsdale

The Ambassador of Scarsdale offers assisted living and memory care in White Plains, NY. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while allowing a resident to keep a private room. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since they could move between assisted living and memory care without leaving the community. The community has 144 beds and offers private rooms, giving each resident a single private living space. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 35 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride for residents who no longer drive. KARP Scarsdale operates the community.

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Overview of The Kensington White Plains

Located in the City of White Plains neighborhood of White Plains, New York, The Kensington White Plains is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. The community is about half a mile from downtown White Plains and only 0.1 mile from White Plains Hospital. It is operated by White Plains Kensington, LLC, and has served residents for about 10 years, giving the team an established approach to long-term care.

The 130-bed community is in a mid-rise building. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences to meet different needs and budgets. Memory care is available alongside assisted living, which can help residents remain in the same community if their care needs change over time. Rehabilitation services are also available, including specialized support for residents living with Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. This can be an important consideration for families looking for a community that can manage more complex health needs.

Residents have access to enrichment programs, fitness and recreation activities, and transportation services that can make appointments and errands more convenient. The community also welcomes pets, which can make the move easier for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

State inspections have reviewed the community’s compliance with resident care and recordkeeping requirements over multiple visits in recent years. Inspection findings have focused mainly on documentation and resident protection practices rather than direct resident care. However, the results have varied from one inspection to another. Families touring The Kensington White Plains should ask how these areas are currently managed.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 94, which is highly walkable. Residents and visiting family can reach many nearby shops and services on foot without a car.

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Overview of Brightview Tarrytown

Based in the peaceful area of Tarrytown, NY, Brightview Tarrytown is a dedicated senior living community that offers premium assisted living and specialized memory care services. Residents enjoy the warm and caring environment brought by well-designed residences, surrounded by the city’s fine arts, theaters, and other attractions. Every residence is tailored to include modifications that empower residents to maintain an active and independent lifestyle. A team of experienced caregivers create a well-curated care plan that thoroughly meets residents’ unique preferences and needs.

A vibrant day to day life is guaranteed with a variety of daily programs offered, resort-style amenities, and spacious common areas to enjoy with friends and family. Chef-prepared meals are offered to make sure residents always eat well and feel good. A well-stocked library, exercise and physical therapy room, full-service beauty/barber shop, and office space for visiting physicians are just some of the many amenities that make residents’ living experience in Brightview Tarrytown a memorable experience.

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The Chelsea at Greenburgh

715 Dobbs Ferry Rd, White Plains, NY 10607
Overview of The Chelsea at Greenburgh

The Chelsea at Greenburgh provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in White Plains, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident continues living in their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and the range of care types may suit someone whose needs could grow over time. The community has 137 beds, with studio, suite, and one bedroom housing options: a studio is one private living space, while suites and one bedroom layouts offer different arrangements. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community. SHP VI Greenburgh Operator operates The Chelsea at Greenburgh.

$8,430/Month Info Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

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Overview of Brightview Harrison

Brightview Harrison offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Harrison, NY. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The combination may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels does not require leaving the community.

The community has 99 beds, with companion apartments, studios, and one bedroom and two bedroom apartments. A studio provides one private space. A two bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together, while a companion apartment can suit someone who wants a roommate. Respite care offers a short stay while a family caregiver travels or recovers. The starting price is $9,100 per month, giving families an initial figure for monthly budgeting.

Residents can use the salon and spa, outdoor gardens, and a courtyard with art displays, a fountain, and gathering spaces. Restaurant style dining and chef prepared meals are served in a dedicated dining setting. SPICE in Motion fitness classes, painting, yoga, and art classes provide structured activities. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet in the community. Brightview Harrison is operated by BV Harrison Operator.

Starting Price $9,100/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of White Plains Guest Home for Adults

White Plains Guest Home for Adults is an assisted living community in White Plains, NY, operated by Family Services Of Westchester. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain personal living space. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs that support. With 15 beds, it is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other.

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Overview of Gladhaven Senior Residence

Gladhaven Senior Residence offers assisted living and residential care in Port Chester, NY. Assisted living provides help with personal care and daily tasks, while residential care supports seniors who need some additional assistance.

The community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller residence, as it has 13 beds. Gladhaven Senior Residence is in the Glenville neighborhood. The home is family-owned, and its three-story building houses the residence.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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 White Plains at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in White Plains, NY. 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: 117The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in White Plains, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in White Plains, NY

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

Assisted living in New York 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?

Assisted living in New York 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 Medicaid cover assisted living?

New York Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New York) 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 10 assisted living facilities in White Plains, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in White Plains, NY?

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 White Plains, NY, 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 White Plains, NY?

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.