Ciel on the Hudson
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Yonkers, NY

Ciel on the Hudson

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Yonkers, NY

Overview of Ciel on the Hudson

Five Star Premier of Yonkes is the premier senior living community; they are able to deliver world-class hospitality where seniors can age gracefully in a resort-style environment. They offer assisted living, independent living, memory care, inpatient and outpatient nursing, and rehabilitation. Five Star Premier offers a stress-free lifestyle where goals are achieved and purposeful living is fulfilled.

Life at the Palms offers modern amenities and friendly staff, they offer senior care service like no other. Regardless of nursing home services or assisted living support– residential life is all about the amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining that make the environment a place where friendships and memories bloom.

(914) 423-2200

Types of Care at Ciel on the Hudson

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
84-bed community Rank #569 / 752Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 569th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #714 / 1167Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 714th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program
CountyWestchester

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ciel on the Hudson is legally operated by D&R Yonkers LLC.

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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 0 enforcement actions 10 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.

B · Above the New York average for assisted living residences.

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

Inspection score: 85 out of 100. Letter grade B. Above the New York average for assisted living residences.

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 2 Worse Metrics worse than New York average:
• Violations per inspection (43% above)
• Inspection violation rate (57% above)
6 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total violations (23% below)
• Violations per year (23% below)
• Total inspections (44% below)
• Inspections with violations (20% below)
• Violations per inspection (23% below)
• Complaint visits (67% below)
Latest Inspection December 19, 2024 Other

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

This Facility NY Average vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 5 9 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. 4 5 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. 2 2.6 This facility has 23% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 2.6).↓ 23% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2 6 This facility has 67% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 67% better

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

This Facility NY Average vs. NY Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 10 13 This facility has 23% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (10 vs. NY avg 13).↓ 23% better
Violations per year Info Average violations per year since 2021. 2 2.6 This facility has 23% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 2.6).↓ 23% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 2 1.4 This facility has 43% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 1.4).↑ 43% 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 December 19, 2024, cited one deficiency related to records and reports. Earlier inspections showed a mix of results, including a renewal inspection in June 2024 with several deficiencies across admission and retention standards, resident services, environmental standards, disaster and emergency procedures, and records and reports. Prior reports also noted isolated issues with records and reports but did not include any fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions in the available reports. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated or not present in the records. The pattern suggests some recurring challenges with documentation and reporting, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Dining Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Ciel on the Hudson

Five Star Premier Residences Of Yonkers Plan 3
Five Star Premier Residences Of Yonkers Plan 2
Five Star Premier Residences Of Yonkers Plan 1
Five Star Premier Residences Of Yonkers Plan 4

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Address 22.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Yonkers's city center to Ciel on the Hudson's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.48 miles to nearest hospital (Englewood Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New York

Ciel on the Hudson is located in Yonkers, 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.
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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.
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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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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

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MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ciel on the Hudson

What neighborhood is Ciel on the Hudson in?

Ciel on the Hudson is in the Ludlow neighborhood of Yonkers.

Who is the owner of Ciel on the Hudson?

The legal owner and operator of Ciel on the Hudson is D&R Yonkers LLC.

Is Ciel on the Hudson in a walkable area?

Ciel on the Hudson has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Ciel on the Hudson have?

Ciel on the Hudson has 84 beds.

What is the address of Ciel on the Hudson?

Ciel on the Hudson is located at 537 Riverdale Ave, Yonkers, NY 10705, United States.

What is the phone number of Ciel on the Hudson?

(914) 423-2200 will put you in contact with the team at Ciel on the Hudson.

What county is Ciel on the Hudson located in?

Ciel on the Hudson is in Westchester County.

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