
New York State’s variety of lifestyle options makes it an ideal retirement destination. While the hustle and bustle of New York City may be the first thing that comes to mind, the Empire State has much more to offer. From the beaches of Long Island, to Niagara Falls and the Finger Lakes out west, to the Catskill and Adirondack Mountains in the north, New York is filled with natural wonders and smaller, quieter towns.
In New York, the median monthly cost of a private room in a nursing home is about $12,300, according to Genworth.
There are more than 135 nursing homes in New York. A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors can provide you with a list of nursing homes in New York to help you find one that fits your needs and budget.

It's very good. She's happy and they seem to care a great deal. This facility is beautiful and family run. They've been caregivers for six generations and the woman who runs it has lived there with her...
The nursing staff is very kind, professional, and shows genuine compassion. They took the time to answer questions, explain care plans, and ensure residents felt comfortable and respected. It was reassuring...
The staff is kind, professional, and attentive to every resident’s needs. Therapy and daily activities are engaging and personalized. The rooms and common areas are clean and comfortable. Families feel...
The nursing staff is very kind, professional, and shows genuine compassion. They took the time to answer questions, explain care plans, and ensure residents felt comfortable and respected. It was reassuring...
The facility is clean, affordable, well managed and most importantly the staff is kind, friendly, and caring. Other clients are also friendly and suited to be friends with my brother-in-law. The facility...
The caregivers consistently went above and beyond to make residents feel valued and comfortable. Their friendly attitudes and attention to detail made a meaningful difference in the overall experience.
The facility is orderly, clean, and well maintained. The staff are attentive and very friendly. A lot of thought is devoted to safety for the residents
Everyone who works there was super attentive, friendly and kind. The food was just amazing! We enjoyed some live jazz and what a super fun activity. Also can't get over how well the employees remember not...
Wonderful physical environment, many activities offered, very professional staff. Would definitely recommend them. People should be aware that they're very pricey
The nursing staff is very kind, professional, and shows genuine compassion. They took the time to answer questions, explain care plans, and ensure residents felt comfortable and respected. It was reassuring...
The facility is orderly, clean, and well maintained. The staff are attentive and very friendly. A lot of thought is devoted to safety for the residents
The facility is clean, affordable, well managed and most importantly the staff is kind, friendly, and caring. Other clients are also friendly and suited to be friends with my brother-in-law. The facility...
Every interaction from the initial meeting and tour to the placement and continued support has been met with calm care and understanding. They continue to be a pleasure to work with.
When I was visiting the Belvedere, I saw the several staff interacting with residents. The were very friendly and attentive. The residents seemed to very happy. The resident I was visiting had nothing but...
Staff are amazing. I know there's a lot of work always to be done, so if there is a room need (e.g., fixing shower head or bathroom light motion sensor), it may just take time for it to be fixed. But...
Average monthly costs
New York
US National average
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| Community type | New York | U.S. | Cost difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $6,817/mo | $5,830/mo | 16.9% above national average |
| Memory Care | $8,640/mo | $6,999/mo | 23.4% above national average |
| Independent Living | $3,974/mo | $3,520/mo | 12.9% above national average |
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