Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus
Hospice Home, Hospice Care, Nursing Care & Palliative Care · Bronx, NY

Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus

Hospice Home, Hospice Care, Nursing Care & Palliative Care · Bronx, NY

Overview of Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus

Calvary Hospital, Bronx Campus provides hospice care, nursing care, and palliative care in Bronx, NY. Hospice care supports patients and families when treatment is focused on comfort near the end of life, while nursing care provides clinical support for patients with ongoing health needs.

The hospital is a fully accredited acute care specialty hospital exclusively providing palliative care for adults with advanced cancer and other life limiting illnesses. That focus can suit an adult whose care needs center on serious illness, symptom support, and comfort focused treatment.

Programs include inpatient care, Calvary@Home, therapeutic recreation and music therapy, nutrition, social work, advanced care planning, and a bereavement department. Patients and families therefore have access to structured activities, nutrition support, help with social needs and care decisions, and grief support, while rehabilitation services are available for patients needing help with function during care.

The hospital has 225 beds, placing it among larger care settings with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Staffing is available around the clock. Patients have access to staff at any hour.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 225

High-capacity home · May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
85 / 100

About this community

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Palliative Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsInpatient Care, Calvary@Home, Therapeutic Recreation and Music Therapy, Nutrition, Social Work, Advanced Care Planning, Bereavement Department

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Managed by Robert A. Brescia, MD

Senior Vice President–Hospice Administrator

Robert A. Brescia, MD, serves as Senior Vice President and Hospice Administrator at Calvary Hospital - Bronx Campus. He leads hospice care services with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, ensuring the highest standards for the community.

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Hospice Home in New York

Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus 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 Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus

What neighborhood is Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus in?

Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus is in the Morris Park neighborhood of Bronx.

Is Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus in a walkable area?

Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus?

No, Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus have?

Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus has 225 beds.

Are there photos of Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus provide?

Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus offers Hospice Home, Hospice Care, Nursing Care & Palliative Care.

What is the address of Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus?

Calvary Hospital – Bronx Campus is located at 1740 Eastchester Rd, Bronx, NY 10461.

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