Best Home Care in New York State

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Overview of Sunrise of West Babylon

Sunrise of West Babylon offers assisted living, home care, and memory care in West Babylon, NY. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while home care brings support to a person’s home.

The community has 110 beds, with studios, one-bedroom units, and two-bedroom units. A studio is one private living space, while a two-bedroom unit can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The combination of assisted living and memory care can be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow from daily-task support to a secured setting with supervision. A Walk Score of 65 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

Starting Price $5,800/Month

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Overview of Sunrise of Glen Cove

Sunrise of Glen Cove is a senior living community conveniently located in Glen Cove, New York, helping residents focus on their unique desires and needs with opportunities to give back, enjoy their hobbies, and connect with good friends and neighbors. The community provides assisted living and memory care in an upscale setting with a variety of exceptional services and amenities that encourage independence, with room rates starting at $6,019 per month. Sunrise of Glen Cove’s first goal is to develop a customized plan that meets each resident’s needs and addresses their aspirations, allowing them to enjoy socializing and soaking up the beautiful spring and summer weather from comfortable seats on the outdoor patio and sun porch.

Many residents at Sunrise of Glen Cove partner to give back to the local area through projects like the intergenerational program with students at Robert M. Finley Middle School. The community offers a variety of engaging activities, such as cooking, baking, coloring, Wii Bowling, and the Scrabble® club, as well as fun on-site services and amenities, including a spacious activity room, flat-screen TVs, computers, Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour bistro where residents can enjoy fresh coffee, tea, homemade cookies, or fresh fruit anytime. Sunrise of Glen Cove provides access to an on-site nurse 24 hours a day, ensuring residents receive the care and support they need.

Starting Price $5,500/Month

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Overview of Sunrise at Fleetwood

Sunrise at Fleetwood offers assisted living, home care, memory care, and respite care in Mt Vernon, NY. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Home care extends support to a person’s residence, and the community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting or for a family seeking a short term respite stay.

The community has 136 beds with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio suits one resident, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together; pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them.

The starting price is $3,861+, giving families a baseline for budgeting before considering the resident’s specific care needs. A salon, fresh chef crafted cuisine, a bistro with grab and go snacks, and music, fitness, art, and continued learning programs give residents options for personal care, dining, and daily activities.

Rehabilitation services, short term rehabilitation, and scheduled transportation are also available, and SZR New York LH operates the community. A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands.

Starting Price $4,621/Month

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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.

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Sunrise of Plainview

1231 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY 11803
Overview of Sunrise of Plainview

Sunrise of Plainview offers assisted living, home care, and memory care in Plainview, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Home care brings support to someone in their own home, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having assisted living and memory care in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since a change in care level does not require leaving the community. The community has 65 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio offers one private living space, while a two bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

The listed starting price is $5,654 or more per month, and that amount is not tied to a specific care level. Residents can take part in music, fitness, art, and continued learning programs, giving them organized activities across several areas of interest. Chef crafted cuisine, scheduled transportation, rehabilitation services, religious services, and the Dignity Home Care program are also available.

Respite care and short term rehabilitation support temporary stays, while the pet friendly policy allows a resident to bring a pet. A Walk Score of 73 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. GWC, Plainview operates Sunrise of Plainview.

Starting Price $5,654/Month

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Overview of The Eliot at New Rochelle

The Eliot at New Rochelle provides home care in New Rochelle, NY, along with residential and personal care services. Personal assistance is available within the community, which may suit someone who wants home care alongside access to wellness and medical providers in the same setting.

The community has 200 beds. Its size accommodates more residents, staff and usually more programming than a smaller community. Housing includes private rooms, semi-private rooms, studios and one-bedroom layouts, with private rooms and studios offering single-occupancy living and semi-private rooms suited to someone comfortable sharing a room.

A salon and spa provide grooming services at the community. The Wellness Center, internist, podiatrist and physical therapists also allow residents to receive wellness and clinical services without traveling elsewhere. With a Walk Score of 92, the area is a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can get out independently.

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Overview of The Osborn Senior Living

Experience the best of your golden years with The Osborn Senior Living, an outstanding community set in the peaceful residential area of Rye, NY, that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Alongside top-notch care and assistance, the community provides cozy and specially designed accommodations ranging from studio to two-bedroom floor plans to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. With a kind and highly skilled team attending to their needs, residents keep peace of mind and focus on the things they truly want.

Aside from their healthcare needs, residents can rest assured of enjoying an active and well-engaged lifestyle with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and enriching programs. Indulge in healthy and delicious meals, catering to dietary needs and preferences for the finest dining experience. The community is ideal for those looking to find all the care they need in one place with its comprehensive care and extensive amenities.

Starting Price $5,883/Month

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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.

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Masonic Home

2150 Bleecker Street, Utica, NY 13501
Overview of Masonic Home

Masonic Home in Utica, New York, offers a spectrum of residential and healthcare options, including assisted living, nursing home care, skilled nursing, and home care programs. Assisted living services support residents with routine daily activities like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. The facility also delivers both short-term and long-term home care services alongside on-site rehabilitation therapy to accommodate changing health needs over time.

Managed by Trustees of The Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund, this 80-bed community is situated in a location with a 42 walk score. Most daily errands require personal or arranged transportation due to the surrounding car-dependent area.

Interested individuals can get in touch with Masonic Home to request further details about home care programs, verify current room availability, or arrange an in-person visit.

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Overview of Kingsway Arms Nursing Center

Kingsway Arms Nursing Center offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Schenectady, NY. Skilled nursing has licensed nurses on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with bathing, dressing, medication management, and other daily tasks. Memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering; independent living supports private living without daily care, home care supports a person in their own home, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, with services extending from independent living through skilled nursing and memory care. Kingsway Arms Nursing Center has 160 beds, so it accommodates a larger resident population than a smaller home. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 31 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse staffing time assigned per resident.

Residents can choose among nine dining settings, including Monarch Dining Room, Kingsway Village Café, and Gatherings Bistro, with options ranging from casual to gourmet and chef prepared dining. A salon and spa provides salon services within the community, and rehabilitation services provide therapy as part of the care available. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for services. A Walk Score of 35 places the community in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, and transportation is available for local medical appointments and shopping.

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What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

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  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
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Frequently Asked Questions about Home Care in New York

What is home care?

Home care brings non-medical caregivers into a senior's own home to assist with daily tasks, companionship, and supervision — without requiring a move to a community.

How many home care providers are listed on this page?

This page features 335 home care providers in New York. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right home care provider in New York?

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, 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 home care providers in New York?

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.