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COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in New York COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in New York. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here. Paying For Assisted Living in New YorkAssisted living communities in New York City cost an average of $5,750 per month. The Cost of Assisted Living in New YorkThe state average for this level of care is lower by $1,170 per month, while the average American saves $1,250 per month compared to those in New York City.
$5750 New York City $4580 New York State $4500 The United States Poughkeepsie is the closest city included in the survey, and its average assisted living cost is lower by almost $1,000 per month. Heading further north, Kingston’s monthly rate for this level of care is $1,250 below that of New York City. Seniors far to the northwest in Rochester save close to $2,000 per month on assisted living costs, and those in Buffalo save around $1,000. Assisted living in Ithaca costs $2,325 per month more than in New York City, whereas Albany’s relatively high average cost is still almost $500 lower.
$5750 New York City $4770 Poughkeepsie $4500 Kingston $5269 Albany $8075 Ithaca $3775 Rochester $4741 Buffalo How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in New York
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include: Veterans Benefits Life Insurance Policy Long-Term Care Insurance Reverse Mortgage For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in New York. New York Assisted Living Resources Contact DescriptionNew York City Department for the Aging (DFTA) (212) 244-6469 The New York City DFTA helps seniors age gracefully in their homes and communities by connecting them to valuable resources and partnering with hundreds of local organizations. These community-based organizations provide services such as meal delivery, mental health check-ins, food assistance, home care and senior employment programs. NY Connects (212) 962-2720 NY Connects is a comprehensive resource directory that provides free information about support services throughout New York. In addition to information, NY Connects guides seniors and their families through enrollment and application processes. Assistance is available online, by phone or in person. Stein Senior Center (646) 395-6083 Stein Senior Center offers adults 60 and over a range of services and activities to help them remain independent and maintain their physical and mental well-being. Seniors can participate in educational, fitness and recreational classes. There is no membership fee to join. Golden Park Program (518) 474-0456 The Golden Park Program allows seniors age 62 and older free access to many state parks, boat launch sites and arboretums as well as reduced fees for state-operated historic sites and golf courses. No application is required; seniors must have a NY State Driver’s License or Non-Driver ID card to benefit from this program. Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) New York Regional Benefits Office (800) 827-1000 Seniors who have served in the U.S. military can take advantage of a variety of benefits provided to veterans and their families by the VBA. These benefits include compensation, insurance, education, employment, citizen transition and other services. Veterans can receive assistance in person at the regional office, over the phone or online using the eBenefits portal. New York Assisted Living Laws and Regulations Assisted Living Facilities in the New York area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
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