Pierpoint House For The Elderly

Overview of Pierpoint House for the Elderly

(718) 852-3390
Walk Score
Walk Score: 91 / 100 Rank #237 / 1173Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 237th out of 1173 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

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Pierpoint House For The Elderly is located in Brooklyn, 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
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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
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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.
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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Pierpoint House For The Elderly

What neighborhood is Pierpoint House For The Elderly in?

Pierpoint House For The Elderly is in the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood.

Is Pierpoint House For The Elderly in a walkable area?

Pierpoint House For The Elderly has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are there photos of Pierpoint House For The Elderly?

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What is the address of Pierpoint House For The Elderly?

Pierpoint House For The Elderly is located at 55 Pierrepont St, Brooklyn, NY 11201.

What is the phone number of Pierpoint House For The Elderly?

(718) 852-3390 will put you in contact with the team at Pierpoint House For The Elderly.

Does Pierpoint House For The Elderly provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Pierpoint House For The Elderly is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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