Best Assisted Living in Queens, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 12 assisted living communities in Queens, 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. 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. 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.
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.
Queens Adult Care Center
AL
NH
SNF
Queens (Elmhurst)
352
Facility 352
NY AVG 122
Rank #4 / 297
No
97
Facility 97
NY AVG 54
Rank #13 / 331
Hofgur, LLCA31
10%
Facility 10%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #41 / 284
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #183 / 284
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #73 / 284
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
The New Homestead Home
AL
Kew Gardens
163
Facility 163
NY AVG 122
Rank #75 / 297
No
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 54
Rank #47 / 331
New Homestead Home For Adults, IncB-13
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #267 / 284
15
Facility 15
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #190 / 284
1.2
Facility 1.2
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #143 / 284
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+
Atria Kew Gardens
AL
IL
MC
Queens (Richmond Hill)
175
Facility 175
NY AVG 122
Rank #67 / 297
Yes
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 54
Rank #47 / 331
Atr New York Lh, IncA-6
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #90 / 284
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #52 / 284
0.3
Facility 0.3
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #49 / 284
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Madison York Assisted Living
AL
Flushing (Rego Park)
202
Facility 202
NY AVG 122
Rank #20 / 297
No
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 54
Rank #47 / 331
Madison York Rego Park, LLCA12
25%
Facility 25%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #64 / 284
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #176 / 284
1.1
Facility 1.1
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #131 / 284
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Castle Senior Living
AL
RC
Corona
20
Facility 20
NY AVG 122
Rank #295 / 297
No
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 54
Rank #70 / 331
Midway A.l., LLCD-4
100%
Facility 100%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #267 / 284
21
Facility 21
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #217 / 284
5.3
Facility 5.3
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #267 / 284
-A+
Atria Forest Hills
AL
IL
Queens (Forest Hills)
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 122
Rank #181 / 297
Yes
38
Facility 38
NY AVG 54
Rank #225 / 331
Atr New York Lh, IncA-4
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #158 / 284
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #52 / 284
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #73 / 284
Studio-
Boulevard ALP
AL
HC
NH
Queens (Flushing)
239
Facility 239
NY AVG 122
Rank #10 / 297
No
92
Facility 92
NY AVG 54
Rank #31 / 331
Queens Boulevard Alp LLCB+4
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #158 / 284
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #52 / 284
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #73 / 284
Private Rooms-
Elm York Assisted Living
AL
East Elmhurst (Flushing)
262
Facility 262
NY AVG 122
Rank #7 / 297
No
57
Facility 57
NY AVG 54
Rank #156 / 331
Elm York LLCA+15
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #1 / 284
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 284
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #1 / 284
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Central Assisted Living
AL
HC
MC
NH
RC
Queens (Far Rockaway)
186
Facility 186
NY AVG 122
Rank #60 / 297
No
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 54
Rank #41 / 331
Central Assisted Living, LLCB+16
38%
Facility 38%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #119 / 284
29
Facility 29
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #248 / 284
1.8
Facility 1.8
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #193 / 284
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Madison York Rego Park
AL
Flushing (Rego Park)
202
Facility 202
NY AVG 122
Rank #20 / 297
No
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 54
Rank #47 / 331
Madison York Rego Park, LLCA12
25%
Facility 25%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #64 / 284
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #176 / 284
1.1
Facility 1.1
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #131 / 284
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-

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 12 analyzed for Queens. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Atria Kew Gardens

At 117-01 84th Ave in Queens’ Richmond Hill neighborhood, Atria Kew Gardens is a 175-bed community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The building is a high-rise, operated by Atria through its local entity ATR New York LH, Inc., and classified as an Enriched Housing Program under New York state. Long Island Jewish Forest Hills is about 1.9 miles away, and the Walk Score is 89, which in a borough like Queens means you can handle most daily needs without a car.

Floor plans run studio through two-bedroom, with square footage between 388 and 775 square feet depending on layout. Pets are allowed. The amenities include a garden, a salon, and a cafe bistro on-site. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programming are part of the offer, along with housekeeping and laundry.

State inspections have centered on care planning and documentation.

For families navigating a placement search in Queens, Atria Kew Gardens covers a wide range of living situations under one roof: independent residents who want the infrastructure of a managed community, those who need daily assisted living support, and residents requiring memory care, all in a building with a strong walkability position and the backing of a large national operator.

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The New Homestead Home

82-45 Grenfell Street, Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Overview of The New Homestead Home

The New Homestead Home provides assisted living in Kew Gardens, NY, with help available for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while residents maintain their own rooms. Private and semi-private rooms give someone the choice of living alone or sharing with a companion. Either arrangement may suit a resident who wants assisted living and has a clear preference about room setup.

The home has 163 beds and is operated by New Homestead Home for Adults. With a Walk Score of 89, most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact The New Homestead Home

Overview of Boulevard Alp

Operated by Queens Boulevard Alp LLC, Boulevard Alp is an assisted living community in Queens, New York. The community operates under the Enriched Housing Program, a New York State care model. It has been part of the neighborhood since 2005. Besides assisted living, Boulevard Alp offers home care and nursing care, giving residents access to different levels of support as their needs change.

The high-rise building has 239 beds and offers private rooms. Residents have access to a library and computer room, beauty and barber shop, wellness center, and multimedia room. Transportation services are also available, along with on-site fitness and recreation options.

Boulevard Alp is about 2.6 miles from central Queens and roughly 1.5 miles from NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, which means hospital care is within easy reach for residents and visiting family. The surrounding area is highly walkable, with a Walk Score of 92. Most daily errands can be completed on foot.

State inspections are conducted by New York’s Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care. Reviews have mainly focused on environmental standards rather than concerns involving direct resident care.

Contact Boulevard ALP

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.

Contact Queens Adult Care Center

Overview of Madison York Assisted Living

Madison York Assisted Living provides assisted living in Flushing, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident lives in a private or semi private room, and respite care provides a short term stay for someone whose usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily support or a family seeking temporary care.

With 202 beds, Madison York Assisted Living has more residents, staff, and programming than a smaller community. Private rooms offer single occupancy, while semi private rooms suit someone who prefers to share a room. Rehabilitation services support therapy needs on site, and a doctor is on staff for medical oversight.

The community is in the Rego Park neighborhood and has a Walk Score of 89. The area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops and services independently. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted as payment options. Medicaid can help when a family’s savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term assisted living. Madison York Rego Park operates the community.

Contact Madison York Assisted Living

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.

Contact Elm York Assisted Living

Overview of Atria Forest Hills

Atria Forest Hills, amidst the lush background of Queens, New York, is a reputable provider of independent living homes. They inspire an engaging and active lifestyle that promotes the independence of their residence. Their amenities include a fitness center, chef-prepared meals, and a movie theater, all world-class and offer a taste of luxury for individuals living at Atria.

They have a specialized independent living program called Engage Life® which offers daily opportunities for seniors to express themselves and generally have fun. Their services include 24-hour staff, housekeeping & linen services, emergency alert system, ground maintenance, and snow & ice removal services if needed. Atria ensures its residents that they are cared for with compassion by dedicated professionals.

Contact Atria Forest Hills

Overview of Madison York Rego Park

Located in the residential area of Rego Park, New York, Madison York Assisted Living Community offers the ideal blend of home-like comforts and essential support services. Designed to empower residents to age in place, this seven-story, fire-proof facility ensures seniors maintain their independence in line with their personal capabilities. Services range from dietary and recreational programs to case management, medication assistance, housekeeping, and laundry. The community’s Assisted Living Program further enhances care with specialized services such as nursing and therapies.

Convenient to transportation, shopping, parks, and cultural institutions, Madison York stands as a hub of convenience and security. What sets it apart are the partnerships with physicians affiliated with some of the area’s finest hospitals, ensuring top-notch medical care for residents. A robust calendar of on-site and community activities aims to enrich lives through socialization, inclusiveness, and educational well-being. Licensed by the New York State Department of Health and approved as an Assisted Living Program, Madison York offers a supportive social living environment that serves as an excellent alternative to living alone or in institutional settings.

Contact Madison York Rego Park

Overview of Castle Senior Living

Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Horace Harding Expy, Corona, NY, is the distinguished senior living community of Castle Senior Living, which provides assisted living. The community works closely with seniors to understand their needs and aspirations better and devise a care plan tailored to them. Keep worries at bay with a dedicated and well-trained team helping you throughout the day.

Discover new interests and relive hobbies with a wide array of enjoyable activities and stimulating programs. Delight with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Castle Senior Living is a haven for seniors to spend their golden years doing the things they love.

Contact Castle Senior Living

Overview of Central Assisted Living

Central Assisted Living in Queens, NY, is an assisted living community that offers personal care, on-site therapy, and respite care. Operating for over 40 years, the community is dedicated to helping older adults maintain their independence. Healthy meals, housekeeping, linen services, medication assistance, and wellness checks are among the services provided to enrich residents’ living experience. Along with customized care plans, physician visits and a nursing team are also available to meet residents’ needs.

Live entertainment, community volunteering, and religious services are also conducted to ensure residents’ holistic well-being. Private and shared rooms, kitchenettes, and private baths are among the amenities available, providing residents with options to match their preferences. Its location in Queens is also near local amenities, hospitals, and public transportation, making it easier to access necessities and leisure. With its established history of caring and dedicated services, this assisted living community is a good option for senior living in New York.

Contact Central Assisted Living

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 Queens at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 82/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Queens, 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: 175The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Queens, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Queens, 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 12 assisted living facilities in Queens, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

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