Brookdale Niskayuna

Brookdale Niskayuna is an Assisted Living Home in New York State

Brookdale Niskayuna is an Assisted Living Home in New York State

Brookdale Niskayuna

1786 Union St, Niskayuna, NY 12309 View Map

Brookdale Niskayuna is an Assisted Living Home in New York State

Brookdale Niskayuna is an Assisted Living Home in New York State

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Overview of Brookdale Niskayuna

Located in Niskayuna, New York, Brookdale Niskayuna is an assisted living community that helps residents maintain their passions and independence as they age. The community provides personalized support with daily tasks like dressing and medication management, allowing residents to focus on pursuing their interests, whether it’s taking a crafting class, trying a fitness program, or socializing with friends. Brookdale Niskayuna offers a variety of pet-friendly apartment floor plans, with most utilities and maintenance included.

Residents can take advantage of scheduled transportation services and find comfort knowing that staff is available 24/7 for emergencies. The community’s enhanced assisted living program helps with daily personal needs like bathing and mobility, giving residents the confidence to live their best life. Brookdale Niskayuna’s activities calendar is filled with choices, from happy hours and movie matinees to craft classes and bingo. The dining program provides exceptional experiences with healthy, delicious meals and a private dining room for special occasions.

Home Information Brookdale Niskayuna

Inspection Report Summary for Brookdale Niskayuna

The facility underwent 16 inspections from August 1, 2021 through July 31, 2025, resulting in 23 violations and 9 inspections with no violations. The most extensive survey was the Relicensure Survey issued on April 16, 2025, which identified 12 violations. These violations spanned several regulatory categories, primarily resident services—including multiple sub‑sections of 488.7—alongside environmental standards under 488.11, disaster and emergency procedures under 488.12, admission and retention standards under 1001.7, medication management under 1001.10, personnel requirements under 1001.11, and records and reports under 1001.12. The status for this survey was “Plan/Notice of Correction Approved,” indicating that corrective action plans were accepted.

A notable pattern of compliance is evident in the zero‑violation surveys. The facility received no violations on the following dates: February 28, 2025; October 18, 2024; July 12, 2024; June 7, 2024; April 5, 2024; July 6, 2023; March 28, 2023; October 7, 2022; and June 15, 2022. These repeated clean surveys demonstrate periods of strong adherence to regulatory standards.

Enforcement actions were not recorded against the operator during the reporting period. All citations were addressed through corrective plans, and no enforcement orders were issued. The overall record reflects a facility that, while experiencing occasional deficiencies—most notably in resident services and environmental standards—has maintained a substantial number of inspections with no violations and has not faced enforcement action.

Bed Count
Bed Count (Facility Capacity) Info This is the number of people who can stay here (Facility Capacity).
115

Community Stability & Environment

  • Walk Score Info Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car. 68 / 100 Somewhat Walkable
    Some errands can be done on foot. Walkable to several amenities, but not all. Sidewalks usually available but may be inconsistent. Car often needed for larger errands or longer distances.

Safety, Compliance & Inspections Overview

  • Complaint Visits Info Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state. 13 complaints
  • Other Visits Info Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections. 3 visits
  • Total Violations Info Total number of regulatory violations on record. 23 violations
  • Total Inspections Info Total number of state inspections conducted. 16 inspections
  • Inspections with Violations Info Number of inspections that found violations. 7 inspections
  • Inspections without Violations Info Number of inspections with no violations found. 9 inspections
  • Operating Certificate Info Facility operating certificate number. 650-S-071
  • Enforcement Actions Info Details of enforcement actions taken against this facility. No

Facility & Licensing Details

  • County Info County in New York where the facility is located. Schenectady
  • Facility Type Info Indicates the state-regulated license category used in New York (e.g., Residential Care Facility for the Elderly). Enriched Housing Program
  • Licensee / Operator Info Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility under New York regulations. WW Niskayuna Operator, Inc.
  • Regional Office Info State regional office responsible for overseeing this facility. Capital District Regional Office

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 382 - 390 / 423 - 431 / 467 - 498 / 654 - 659 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Types of Care at Brookdale Niskayuna

Assisted Living

Type of Rooms Available

Studio
Studio
1
382 - 390 sq. ft
1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
423 - 659 sq. ft
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Address 0.4 miles from city center

Address 1786 Union St, Niskayuna, NY 12309

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community First Choice Option
NY Medicaid CFCO
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
  • Services: 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)
  • General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
  • Services: 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)
  • General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
  • Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
  • Services: 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
  • General: One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), 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 Specifics: Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
  • Services: 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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NY Medicaid CFCO

Community First Choice Option

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), assistive technology ($500 avg.).
NY EISEP

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, 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 Specifics:
    Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), case management, transportation (~5 trips/month).
NY SCRIE

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 62+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
NY SCHE

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value).
NYFSC Home Sharing

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), 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 Specifics:
    Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 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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