Best Assisted Living in Brooklyn, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 assisted living communities in Brooklyn, 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. 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. 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Oceanview Manor Home for Adults
AL
NH
SNF
Brooklyn (Coney Island)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 121
Rank #21 / 309
No
64
Facility 64
NY AVG 54
Rank #135 / 330
Oceanview Manor Home For Adults, IncA+9
11%
Facility 11%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #50 / 301
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #58 / 301
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #47 / 301
-A+
Brooklyn Adult Care Center
AL
Brooklyn (Cypress Hills)
210
Facility 210
NY AVG 121
Rank #16 / 309
No
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 54
Rank #41 / 330
Brooklyn Adult Care Center, 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
Private / Semi-Private RoomsA+
Harbor View Home
AL
Brooklyn (Sheepshead Bay)
162
Facility 162
NY AVG 121
Rank #77 / 309
No
77
Facility 77
NY AVG 54
Rank #97 / 330
Harbor View Senior Living Residence, LLCA+3
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #101 / 301
1
Facility 1
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #44 / 301
0.3
Facility 0.3
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #57 / 301
Studio / Suite-
Brooklyn Boulevard ALP
AL
Brooklyn (Starrett City)
184
Facility 184
NY AVG 121
Rank #63 / 309
No
72
Facility 72
NY AVG 54
Rank #108 / 330
Brooklyn Boulevard Alp LLCA+4
25%
Facility 25%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #74 / 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-
Sunrise at Mill Basin
AL
MC
Brooklyn (Mill Basin)
142
Facility 142
NY AVG 121
Rank #104 / 309
Yes
59
Facility 59
NY AVG 54
Rank #147 / 330
Gwc-Mill Basin, IncA+5
20%
Facility 20%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #60 / 301
1
Facility 1
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #44 / 301
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #47 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
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-
Assisted Living at Jennings Hall
AL
ADC
HC
Brooklyn (East Williamsburg)
40
Facility 40
NY AVG 121
Rank #285 / 309
No
98
Facility 98
NY AVG 54
Rank #8 / 330
St. Nicks Alliance CorpB+2
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #285 / 301
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #58 / 301
1.0
Facility 1.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #131 / 301
Private Apartment-
Signature Senior Living Brooklyn
AL
Brooklyn (Kensington)
199
Facility 199
NY AVG 121
Rank #49 / 309
No
87
Facility 87
NY AVG 54
Rank #60 / 330
Smacf, IncB+12
42%
Facility 42%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #152 / 301
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #243 / 301
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #220 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Belvedere Senior Living
AL
MC
SNF
Brooklyn
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 121
Rank #21 / 309
No
80
Facility 80
NY AVG 54
Rank #85 / 330
Boro Park Senior Living Community LLCA-7
43%
Facility 43%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #153 / 301
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #82 / 301
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #72 / 301
1 Bed / Private / Shared Suite-
The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights
AL
IL
MC
Brooklyn (Brooklyn Heights)
256
Facility 256
NY AVG 121
Rank #8 / 309
Yes
91
Facility 91
NY AVG 54
Rank #35 / 330
Brooklyn Operating Company, LLCC+2
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #285 / 301
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #203 / 301
8.0
Facility 8.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #296 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-

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 19 analyzed for Brooklyn. See how we rank facilities

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Brooklyn Adult Care Center

2830 Pitkin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Overview of Brooklyn Adult Care Center

Brooklyn Adult Care Center is an assisted living community in Brooklyn, NY, offering private and semi-private rooms for residents who need help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, or medication while maintaining their own living space. A private room provides a personal space, while a semi-private room accommodates shared living.

The community has 210 beds and is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood. A Walk Score of 90 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Brooklyn Adult Care Center may be a good fit for someone who needs daily-task support and wants errands accessible on foot.

Residents can use the pool, rooftop patio, and outdoor garden, while scheduled activities include arts and crafts, exercise groups, cooking classes, and community events. Brooklyn Adult Care Center is owned by Gefen Senior Care.

Contact Brooklyn Adult Care Center

Overview of Oceanview Manor Home for Adults

Oceanview Manor Home for Adults is known for their cost-effective yet professional and comprehensive service for the last nineteen years. Located in the lovely peninsular area of Coney Island, Brooklyn, Oceanview Manor Home for Adults has been entrusted by many families to provide the best quality of care for their loved ones. The community aims to provide a new home for senior adults with the remarkable service, as seen with their top notch amenities and breathtaking ocean views. Some highlights of their boastful features include: general store, coffee shop, tennis courts, and a spa. Adding to their astonishing amenities includes essential services such as: companion care, medication management, mobility assistance, and conversing through American Sign Language. The community currently offers shared room accommodations.

Residents are free to come and go to and from the premises as they choose. The span of ages is 45 to late 90s. On site, there are exciting recreational activities to participate in and handled by their employees. They presently employ 147 individuals, but there are still open slots. Children may visit at any time, and visitation is available 24/7. The facility does not permit overnight stays for the residents’ safety and respected time and privacy. Inhaling in fresh air in a tranquil space without compromising convenience is truly the place to be for your beloved ones.

Contact Oceanview Manor Home for Adults

Overview of Harbor View Home

Harbor View Home offers assisted living in Brooklyn, NY. In the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood, assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Harbor View Home may be a good fit for someone who needs that daily support and prefers a studio or suite setting.

The community has 162 beds and offers studio and suite housing options; a studio provides a single private living space. A Walk Score of 77 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Harbor View Senior Living Residence operates the community.

Contact Harbor View Home

Overview of Sunrise at Mill Basin

Located at 5905 Strickland Avenue in Brooklyn, Sunrise at Mill Basin provides assisted living and memory care for up to 142 residents. The three-story building is run by GWC-Mill Basin, Inc., offering a supportive environment in a quiet neighborhood.

Instead of typical shared rooms, residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The pet-friendly property includes daily fitness programs, scheduled local transportation, and social activities. The surrounding Mill Basin area carries a walk score of 59, meaning some nearby spots are walkable but most daily trips require a car or public transit. For medical needs, One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center is about three miles away.

Evaluations by the New York State Department of Health’s Office of Aging and Long Term Care show a stable overall record. Reviews generally focus on administrative paperwork and care planning documentation, rather than issues with hands-on resident care.

Families looking to explore the campus or ask about current apartment availability can call the Strickland Avenue front office.

Contact Sunrise at Mill Basin

Overview of Brooklyn Boulevard Alp

Brooklyn Boulevard Alp has been at 636 Louisiana Ave since 2005, so we’re talking roughly twenty years of assisted living in the same Brooklyn neighborhood. The building has 184 beds, and the surrounding area scores a 72 on the Walk Score scale, which is solidly walkable; most everyday errands don’t require a car, and that’s genuinely useful when families are in and out regularly.

What stands out about the clinical side is how much is actually on-site. There are doctors on premises, licensed nurses and CNAs around the clock, and licensed home care services built into the model. Rehabilitation and respite care are both available too, so the community isn’t just for people who need permanent placement; shorter-term stays are an option.

Three meals a day come out of the dining room, and the menus are put together with dietary restrictions, medical needs, and personal preferences in mind, not just a standard rotation. Activities run the range you’d expect: bingo, arts and crafts, fitness classes, current events, and the building itself has a library, beauty parlor, computer room, and transportation. There’s also a chapel and synagogue on-site for residents who want that.

State inspections here have tended to center on care planning and documentation.

Twenty years in, a medical team on the premises, and a full daily service structure under one roof; Brooklyn Boulevard Alp is a solid option for older adults in Brooklyn who don’t want to piece together care from multiple sources.

Contact Brooklyn Boulevard ALP

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.

Contact The Waterford on the Bay Senior Living

Overview of Belvedere Senior Living

Belvedere Senior Living is an award-winning assisted living and memory care community in Brooklyn, NY, that has luxurious living spaces. With its relaxing atmosphere, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay. 24-hour care, therapy services, and medication administration are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community is dedicated to residents’ welfare, creating personalized care plans to meet their special needs.

The community’s life enrichment program aims to enrich residents’ holistic well-being through a variety of recreational activities for their mind, body, and soul. Activity areas, like the cinema and music rooms, as well as beautifully maintained gardens, are featured in the community’s park-like setting. With its convenient location near public transportation and local establishments, residents are guaranteed accessibility. This assisted living and memory care community is a trusted choice for retirement in New York, as proven by several recognitions for its sophisticated amenities and comprehensive care options.

Contact Belvedere Senior Living

Overview of Assisted Living at Jennings Hall

Assisted Living at Jennings Hall is a trusted community in Brooklyn, NY, offering assisted living. Dedicated to older adults’ welfare, a compassionate and well-trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs. The community also helps with daily living activities and household tasks, ensuring residents thrive in retirement.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted, promoting social engagement and wellness. Delightful and well-balanced dining options are prepared to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Older adults in Brooklyn can rest assured of finding the right care for their unique needs with the community’s dedicated services and exceptional amenities.

Contact Assisted Living at Jennings Hall

Overview of Signature Senior Living Brooklyn

Signature Senior Living Brooklyn is at 631 Foster Ave in Kensington, a Brooklyn neighborhood in Kings County. It’s a mid-rise assisted living building with 199 beds, licensed as an Adult Home under New York State. Maimonides Medical Center is 1.6 miles out.

Unit options run from studios at 265 to 365 square feet up to two-bedrooms at 755 square feet, with one-bedrooms in between at 425 to 610. That’s a meaningful size range, and it gives families something to actually work with when thinking about how much space a resident needs versus what they’re willing to pay for. Transportation services and fitness and recreation are on the amenity list.

The Walk Score is 87, which puts the neighborhood in the very walkable category. For a Brooklyn assisted living community, that matters. Visiting family can arrive on transit, staff can commute without a car, and residents who still get out have real options nearby.

State inspections are run by the New York Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care. The inspection record here has centered on dietary and food service.

What the data gives you is a well-located, mid-rise assisted living building in Kensington with a genuine range of unit sizes, transit-accessible surroundings, and a hospital less than two miles away. For families searching in south-central Brooklyn, that footprint is worth a closer look.

Contact Signature Senior Living Brooklyn

Overview of The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights

Operated by Brooklyn Operating Company, The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights is a big assisted living community in Brooklyn Heights’ neighborhood. The high-rise building sits at 21 Clark Street near the waterfront and Brooklyn Bridge Park, in one of the city’s most walkable areas, with a Walk Score of 91. With 256 beds across studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, the facility houses a blend of independent living, assisted living, and memory care occupants.

The home centers around several distinctive spaces. The W Room serves as an elegant dining venue with a two-story bar, while Willow and Clark Cafe offers an European-style coffee shop atmosphere. Biblio pairs a library with a wine bar, and Indulge provides salon and spa services. A performance arts center and fitness programs complement the lifestyle amenities, alongside transportation services for residents needing help with appointments and errands. With shops and services nearby, the highly accessible neighborhood is where most daily errands are walkable. Residents can bring pets, which many families find vital when choosing a new home.

State inspections have tracked themes surrounding environmental standards, food service practices, medication management, and disaster preparedness. Active attention to documentation and recordkeeping has been noted. In recent surveys, no substantiated complaints have been documented.

For families considering The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights, the walkable Brooklyn Heights location, the set of housing options, and the on-site amenities make it a pragmatic choice for people seeking a blend of independence and support in an urban setting.

Contact The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights

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 Brooklyn at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 84/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Brooklyn, 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: 167The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Brooklyn, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Brooklyn, 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 19 assisted living facilities in Brooklyn, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, 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.