Atria West 86

Overview of Atria West 86

Atria West 86 is a renowned assisted living community in New York, NY, that offers personalized care and independent living. With a resort-style setting and Art Deco-inspired architecture, the community promotes a welcoming environment where residents can maintain their independence without worries. Multiple dining venues, emergency alert technology, and pet-friendly spaces are among the community’s top amenities, dedicated to residents’ safety and happiness. The community combines tailored care and a vibrant living, ensuring residents experience an unmatched lifestyle.

Three chef-prepared meals are served in its distinct dining venues that aim to promote social engagement over locally sourced and freshly prepared menus. Residents can lounge in the community’s unique rooftop and take in the city’s lively scenery. With the Hudson River Waterfront Greenway and Broadway Malls nearby, the community provides convenient access for leisure. Combined with New York’s thriving setting, Atria West 86 is one of the state’s best senior living options.

(212) 712-0200

What you will love about this neighborhood

This location is set in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, near popular landmarks like the American Museum of Natural History (0.7 miles away) and Lincoln Center (1.2 miles away).
Enjoy classic deli fare in the Barney Greengrass or choose from over 50 diverse restaurants, alongside Riverside Park (0.1 miles) or Central Park (0.4 miles) nearby.
Upper West Side is a safe and walkable neighborhood with a population of over 60,000 and a 30% lower than the NYC average crime rate, ideal for an active and serene retirement.

189-bed community

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

Walk Score: 97 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program

CountyNew York

Atria West 86 is legally operated by ATR New York LH, Inc..

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 1 enforcement action 10 violations 6 inspections

Inspection Score

6 points below the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Enforcement Actions Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2020

1 enforcement action

This facility has 1 enforcement action. 77% of New York assisted living residences have zero, and the statewide average is 0.6.

April 26, 2022 #ACF-22-024

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection August 19, 2024 Relicensure

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	6	9	This facility has 33% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (6 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 33% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (3 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 25% better
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	50%	44%	This facility has 6 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (50% vs. NY avg 44%).↑ 6% worse Rank #188 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 188th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	4	6	This facility has 33% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (4 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 33% better Rank #163 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 163rd out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violations Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total violations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	10	14.5	This facility has 31% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (10 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 31% better Rank #226 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 226th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Violations per year Average violations per year since 2020.	1.7	2.4	This facility has 29% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.7 vs. NY avg 2.4).↓ 29% better
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	1.7	1.6	This facility has 6% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.7 vs. NY avg 1.6).↑ 6% worse Rank #255 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 255th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violation breakdown

5 Environmental Standards NY avg: 1.7

2 Food and Service NY avg: 1.1

2 Records and Reports NY avg: 2.0

1 Resident Services NY avg: 2.9

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

September 26, 2023 and August 11, 2023 complaint investigations found no violations or deficiencies.
August 19, 2024 relicensure inspection cited 8 violations involving resident services, food service, and multiple environmental standards.
July 3, 2023 and February 3, 2022 inspections each found one records and reports violation with approved plans of correction.

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What does this home offer?

Room Sizes: 298 - 434 / 578 - 807 / 607 - 1,384 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: High-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 / 4

1 Bed

683 - 722 sq. ft

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6.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from New York's city center to Atria West 86's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.96 miles to nearest hospital (HMH Palisades Medical Center)

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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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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