Summit At Eastwyck

Overview of Summit at Eastwyck

Summit at Eastwyck strives to make a positive impact in the lives of each resident; they are ready to attend to any needs an individual may have. The staff encourages residents to take part in enriching and engaging activities that cultivate their personal growth during their golden years. The vibrant community offers a home-like atmosphere that can provide all the essential benefits for its residents, as they make it a point to enhance the lifestyle of every resident and elevate their daily living.

Residents experience the Summit difference: its exclusive Connected Life Program focuses on the four critical aspects of senior living– health, activities, leisure, and learning. The community’s all-inclusive services and amenities include medication management, supervised care, specialized programs, engaging activities, and ADLs for stress-free living.

(518) 676-1085

Types of Care at Summit At Eastwyck

Assisted Living Independent Living

182-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

Walk Score: 25 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program

CountyNew York

Summit At Eastwyck is legally operated by GWC-East 56th Street Inc..

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 0 enforcement actions 2 inspections

Inspection Score

Limited inspection history. Only 2 inspections on record — not enough to score against the New York benchmark.

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

Inspection Scorecard 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 2023 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	2	9	This facility has 78% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 78% better
Complaint visits 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

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Summit At Eastwyck

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Summit At Eastwyck 1 Bed

5.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Rensselaer's city center to Summit At Eastwyck's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.79 miles to nearest hospital (Capital Region Family Health Care)

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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

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

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.

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.

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.

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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What neighborhood is Summit At Eastwyck in?

Summit At Eastwyck is in the Eastwyck Circle neighborhood of Rensselaer.

Who is the owner of Summit At Eastwyck?

The legal owner and operator of Summit At Eastwyck is GWC-East 56th Street Inc..

Is Summit At Eastwyck in a walkable area?

Summit At Eastwyck has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does Summit At Eastwyck have?

Summit At Eastwyck has 182 beds.

What is the phone number of Summit At Eastwyck?

(518) 676-1085 will put you in contact with the team at Summit At Eastwyck.

What county is Summit At Eastwyck located in?

Summit At Eastwyck is in New York County.

Is Summit At Eastwyck Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Summit At Eastwyck is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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