Buena Vida Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

48 Cedar St, Brooklyn, NY 11221, United States View Map
Description

Located in the lively borough of Brooklyn, Buena Vida Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a distinguished community offering both short term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. Their therapeutic environment is designed to help residents achieve their goals and ensures a conducive setting for successful recovery outcomes. The home’s comprehensive services include therapy, wound care, long-term care, and diverse recreational and cultural opportunities.

Accepting various insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid, they provide a range of amenities such as free Wi-Fi, spiritual activities, a beauty and barber salon, an emergency call system, engaging social and physical activities, home-cooked meals, and more. Family members can also appreciate the flexibility of all-day visiting hours, free parking, private family rooms, guest meals, and a courtyard garden for relaxation. With Wi-Fi available throughout, this environment fosters peace and love.

What does this home offer?

Building Type: High-rise

Type of Care Available

Phone: =+1 718-455-6200
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Where will you be?

Address 2.2 miles from city center

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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)
NY 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)
NY 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)
NY 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

Eligibility
  • 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
  • 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)

Eligibility
  • 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
  • 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)

Eligibility
  • 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
  • Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
NY SCHE

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

Eligibility
  • 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
  • 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

Eligibility
  • 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
  • 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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City
Occupancy
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Medicaid Nights
Medicare Nights
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Home Revenue
Payroll Costs
Home Costs
Owner
CCN
ATLANTIS OPS D//B/A PHOENIX BROOKLYN 97.5% 400 15561 100652 21126 $64,619,877.00 $18,183,452.00 $38,983,238.00 335516
BEDFORD CENTER FOR NURSING & REHAB BROOKLYN 96.8% 200 14596 41234 12543 $40,225,302.00 $10,292,050.00 $21,933,401.00 TYBERG, ABRAHAM 335626
BENSONHURST CTR FOR REHAB & HLTHCARE BROOKLYN 99.3% 200 39667 23785 8696 $35,905,254.00 $11,124,160.00 $35,457,232.00 KFG ACQUISITIONS LLC 335558
BORO PARK CENTER REHAB & HEALTH BROOKLYN 93.9% 504 60611 79486 33884 $124,000,000.00 $25,750,565.00 $74,257,519.00 335470
BROOKLYN CENTER FOR REHAB BROOKLYN 97.0% 281 17774 49149 23821 $51,727,513.00 $10,630,929.00 $34,593,137.00 335178
BROOKLYN GARDENS NURSING & REHAB CTR BROOKLYN 95.4% 240 5302 64484 8187 $25,680,647.00 $10,452,420.00 $18,464,663.00 SCHUCK, ROBERT 335070
BROOKLYN QUEENS NURSING HOME BROOKLYN 97.1% 120 11331 34653 4067 $20,796,807.00 $6,309,055.00 $13,558,067.00 THOMAS, SELMA 335637
BROOKLYN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH HM BROOKLYN 94.7% 120 3916 30354 7529 $12,359,073.00 $5,513,405.00 $8,870,658.00 BARNETT, EDNA 335604
BUENA VIDA CARE & REHAB CENTER BROOKLYN 94.6% 240 10360 54084 19967 $37,428,830.00 $11,487,154.00 $25,618,923.00 FBH HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC 335826
CATON PARK NURSING HOME BROOKLYN 95.6% 119 6503 24912 10432 $19,983,617.00 $5,092,436.00 $9,255,827.00 RUBINFELD, ABRAHAM 335245

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What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

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