Brookdale Niagara
Assisted Living · North Tonawanda, NY
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Brookdale Niagara

Assisted Living · North Tonawanda, NY
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Brookdale Niagara accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Brookdale Niagara

Discover a community where life’s passions continue to flourish at Brookdale Niagara, an excellent senior living community in North Tonawanda, NY that offers assisted living. Whether you’re attending a Zumba class, enjoying a picnic lunch, or participating in lively bingo games, the community supports an active lifestyle while providing the necessary care when needed. Choose from a variety of pet-friendly apartment floor plans that suit your style, all including most utilities and maintenance for convenience.

With 24/7 on-site staff available for emergencies, you can rest assured knowing assistance is always within reach. At Brookdale Niagara, maintaining your independence is key. Compassionate caregivers are trained to assist with daily tasks like dressing and medication management, ensuring you receive the support you need while enjoying a diverse array of activities. Whether it’s social mixers, pet therapy sessions, or devotional services, you have the freedom to participate as much or as little as you prefer, complemented by scheduled transportation for hassle-free outings and errands.

(716) 731-1461

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 27.4% Above NY avg. ▲ 27.4% Above NY avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 40.8% Above NY avg. ▲ 40.8% Above NY avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 25.9% Below NY avg. ▼ 25.9% Below NY avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
At NY avg. At NY avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to New York state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 111th out of 388 homes in New York. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 48m per day
Rank #111 / 388Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 388 homes in New York. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the New York average, with a ranking across 388 New York SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility New York avg (3h 29m per day)
vs New York avg
+9%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 56m per day

Types of Care at Brookdale Niagara

Assisted Living

Capacity and availability

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.

Higher occupancy than the New York average: 88.3%
Occupancy rate 90.1% Rank #262 / 433Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd out of 433 homes in New York. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New York average, with its Statewide rank out of 433. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay 73 days
Occupancy rate
90.1% Rank #262 / 433Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd out of 433 homes in New York. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New York average, with its Statewide rank out of 433. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
73 days
Bed community size
53-bed community Rank #680 / 752Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 680th out of 752 homes in New York. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 4 / 100 Rank #1123 / 1167Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1123rd out of 1167 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program
CountyNiagara

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Niagara is legally operated by SH Niagara Operator, Inc..

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Enhanced Assisted Living

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Fitness Center
Transportation
Library
Concierge Service
Café/Bistro
Coffee Shop
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Gardening / Greenhouse
Chapel
Private Dining Room
Arts & Crafts Studio
Walking Paths
Putting Green/Outdoor Sports Activities
Landscaped Grounds
Business Centers/Computers
Snack Shop
Community Kitchen
Meeting Rooms
General Store
Piano
Specific ProgramsZumba classes, bingo games, gardening activities, painting classes, chess tournaments, evening socials with live music.
Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$6,340 per month

Dining & Nutrition

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Inspection History

In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 1 enforcement action 19 violations 5 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical New York score; higher is better.

D- · Below the New York average for assisted living residences.

New York assisted living residences benchmark: C+ 77/100

Inspection score: 62 out of 100. Letter grade D-. Below the New York average for assisted living residences.

Enforcement Actions Info 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 2021
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.

  • May 12, 2025 #ACF-25-032

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2021 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average 5 Worse Metrics worse than New York average:
• Total violations (46% above)
• Violations per year (46% above)
• Violations per inspection (171% above)
• Inspection violation rate (57% above)
• Violations per inspection (46% above)
3 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total inspections (44% below)
• Inspections with violations (20% below)
• Complaint visits (33% below)
Latest Inspection June 2, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 59 This facility has 44% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (5 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 44% better
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 45 This facility has 20% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (4 vs. NY avg 5).↓ 20% better
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 80%51% This facility has 29 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (80% vs. NY avg 51%).↑ 29% worse
Violations per inspection Info Average violations recorded per inspection. 3.82.6 This facility has 46% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (3.8 vs. NY avg 2.6).↑ 46% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 46 This facility has 33% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (4 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 33% better

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1913 This facility has 46% more total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (19 vs. NY avg 13).↑ 46% worse
Violations per year Info Average violations per year since 2021. 3.82.6 This facility has 46% more violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (3.8 vs. NY avg 2.6).↑ 46% worse
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 3.81.4 This facility has 171% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (3.8 vs. NY avg 1.4).↑ 171% worse

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

The most recent inspection on June 2, 2025, identified six deficiencies related to personnel sufficiency, admission and retention standards, resident services, and medication management. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues, including deficiencies in resident services and medication management, as well as environmental standards and disaster procedures in the September 19, 2024 relicensure inspection. Complaint investigations did not result in any substantiated complaints or enforcement actions, and fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. Prior reports noted ongoing challenges with staffing and resident care services, with plans of correction approved or under review. The facility’s inspection history reflects recurring areas of concern without a clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2019
Total health inspections 5

New York average 3.6


Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

Total health citations
10 Rank #74 / 394Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 394 homes in New York. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the New York State average, with a ranking across all 394 NY SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

New York average 18.5

Citations per inspection
2 Rank #14 / 394Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 394 homes in New York. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the New York mean across 394 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

New York average 5.05


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

6 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 10 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 10 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than New York average

New York average: 0.2


Serious Health citations
0
100% better than New York average

New York average: 0.2

0 critical citations New York average: 0.2

0 serious citations New York average: 0.2

10 moderate citations New York average: 17.4

0 minor citations New York average: 0.7
Citations history (last 7 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 30, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation May 30, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Mar 13, 2024
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Mar 13, 2024
Corrected

Lawsuit overview for Brookdale Niagara

Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.

Source: State court e-filing records

Total Cases Info Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure. 2
Active Cases Info Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture. 0
Closed Info Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes. 2 2 Disposed
Since Info Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure. 2020
Most Recent Info Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility. 2023

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 329
Employees 328
Contractors 1
Staff to resident ratio 1.78:1
915% better than New York average
New York average ratio: 0.18:1 New York average ratio: 0.18:1See full New York ranking
Avg staff/day 107
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with New York average
New York average: 7.7 hours New York average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full New York ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 75,691

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 73
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 117
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.1%

52 contractor hours this quarter

Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant117011727,66292100%7.8
Licensed Practical Nurse7307319,48492100%8.2
Nurse Aide in Training730736,1719098%7.1
Registered Nurse100103,65892100%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician9093,2278289%7.3
RN Director of Nursing6062,2337379%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff6061,7909199%6.7
Dental Services Staff4041,7857278%7.6
Physical Therapy Assistant6061,7147683%7.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist6061,6877480%7.6
Dietitian3031,4367177%8.1
Physical Therapy Aide3031,2567480%7.4
Occupational Therapy Aide2029126672%7.8
Speech Language Pathologist3038487379%6.9
Nurse Practitioner1015266874%7.7
Administrator1015126470%8
Qualified Social Worker3034866571%7.1
Occupational Therapy Assistant2022546267%2.3
Medical Director011521314%4
117 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
73 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
73 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 98%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 89%
6 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 79%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 99%
4 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 78%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 83%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 80%
3 Dietitian
% of Days 77%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 80%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 72%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 79%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 74%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 67%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.3
26% better than New York average

New York average: 9.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 11.0
39% better than New York average

New York average: 18.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.2%
26% better than New York average

New York average: 16.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 12.2%
26% better than New York average

New York average: 16.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 8.6%
60% better than New York average

New York average: 21.4%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.8%
29% worse than New York average

New York average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.6%
21% better than New York average

New York average: 7.2%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.2%
88% better than New York average

New York average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.7%
55% better than New York average

New York average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 10.1%
44% better than New York average

New York average: 18.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.3%
29% worse than New York average

New York average: 12.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.7%
9% better than New York average

New York average: 91.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.0%
In line with New York average

New York average: 95.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.2%
23% better than New York average

New York average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.5%
61% better than New York average

New York average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 79.2%
In line with New York average

New York average: 78.8%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

63% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 28 days

Medicaid

18% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 9 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 185
Medicare
10
5.4% of residents
Medicaid
102
55.1% of residents
Private pay or other
73
39.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$46.3M
Operating loss
-$2.0M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$46.3M Rank #89 / 383Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 383 homes in New York. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the New York SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$2.0M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #265 / 383Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 265th out of 383 homes in New York. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the New York average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$10.4M
22.5% of revenue Rank #379 / 383Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 379th out of 383 homes in New York. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the New York average. Well-run New York SNFs typically land around 53–65% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$37.9M
Total costs $48.3M

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 288 / 324 / 360 / 372 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Niagara

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Address 4.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from North Tonawanda's city center to Brookdale Niagara's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.99 miles to nearest hospital (DeGraff Memorial Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New York

Brookdale Niagara is located in North Tonawanda, New York.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New York.

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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 Brookdale Niagara

Who is the owner of Brookdale Niagara?

The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Niagara is SH Niagara Operator, Inc..

Is Brookdale Niagara in a walkable area?

Brookdale Niagara has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does Brookdale Niagara have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Niagara on this page.

How many beds does Brookdale Niagara have?

Brookdale Niagara has 53 beds.

What is the phone number of Brookdale Niagara?

(716) 731-1461 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale Niagara.

What county is Brookdale Niagara located in?

Brookdale Niagara is in Niagara County.

Is Brookdale Niagara Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Brookdale Niagara is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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