VNS Health – New York
Home Care & Hospice Care · New York City, NY

VNS Health – New York

Home Care & Hospice Care · New York City, NY

Overview of Vns Health – New York

Live without worries with VNS Health, a trusted home care provider in New York, NY, offering home health aides, dementia care, and mental health care. Those with cognitive conditions can rest their worries with a kind and specially trained team helping with their daily living activities and personal needs. The care team also handles the housekeeping and other household tasks, striving to maintain their independence without hassles.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, friendly companions provide emotional support and social engagement to keep older adults happy. The agency also features a fall prevention program for older adults’ safety. Occupational, physical, and speech therapies are also available to improve older adults’ living experiences. This home care provider serves the Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester, ensuring older adults enjoy the best of their golden years in the safety of their homes.

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Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
100 / 100

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Certifications & Programs

CHAP Accreditation (Deemed Status) — Community Health Accreditation Partners (CHAP)Accreditation from Community Health Accreditation Partner, an independent body (best known in home care and hospice) that reviews providers on site against federally recognized quality standards.
Age-Friendly Care at Home Certification — Community Health Accreditation Partners (CHAP)A specialty credential or certification held by the community or its staff, indicating training or standards beyond basic state licensure.
Home Health Heart Failure Certification — American Heart AssociationA specialty credential or certification held by the community or its staff, indicating training or standards beyond basic state licensure.
ANCC Nurse Residency Program Accreditation — American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)Voluntary accreditation from an independent standards body, involving external review against published quality standards - a higher bar than mandatory state licensure.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) — Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)A specialty credential or certification held by the community or its staff, indicating training or standards beyond basic state licensure.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Behavioral Health

Additional Services

1 service
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from New York's city center to VNS Health – New York's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.57 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Sinai West)

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in New York

VNS Health – New York is located in New York City, New York State.
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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled
General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion
NY

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+
General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $15,000 individual
NY

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+
General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household
Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
NY

Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+
General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household
Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
NY

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits
Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)
General NYC resident, able to share living space.
Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.
NY

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits
Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

Frequently Asked Questions about VNS Health – New York

What neighborhood is VNS Health – New York in?

VNS Health – New York is in the Manhattan neighborhood of New York.

Is VNS Health – New York in a walkable area?

VNS Health – New York has a walk score of 100. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at VNS Health – New York?

No, VNS Health – New York has a no-pet policy.

Does VNS Health – New York operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

VNS Health – New York is registered as a non-profit.

Are there photos of VNS Health – New York?

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What levels of care does VNS Health – New York provide?

VNS Health – New York offers Home Care & Hospice Care.

What is the address of VNS Health – New York?

VNS Health – New York is located at 220 E 42Nd St, New York, NY 10017.

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