The south-central New York community of Binghamton sits near the Pennsylvania border, close to the confluence of the Chenango and Susquehanna Rivers. In this region, seniors choose from 15 assisted living communities, including 7 within the city proper. As of 2024, the median cost of care in Binghamton hovers near $7,826, outpacing the state median of $5,850 and the national norm of $5,350.
This guide contains 102 reviews testimonials from current and former assisted living residents, providing a closer look at the services and amenities available. On average, local assisted living facilities earn a 4.0 out of 5 stars-star rating from consumers.
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80 Fairview Ave, Binghamton, NY 13904
4.2
(17 reviews)
"The Good Shepherd Fairview Home was my aunt's first choice because she had been to Good Shepherd before, after hospitalization, for a short term stay, and she loved it there. However, they had no openings for her this time. It was an excellent facili..."
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863 FRONT STREET, Binghamton, NY 13905
3.0
(3 reviews)
"I visited Elizabeth Church Manor with my son and daughter-in-law and loved it. Both of the buildings were so clean, so neat, and so welcoming. I wish I could move in there tomorrow. There were several shared rooms, but at 82, I don’t want to share a ..."
READ MORE50 Front St, Binghamton, NY 13905
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91 Walnut Street, Binghamton, NY 13905
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READ MORE110 Chenango Place, Binghamton, NY 13901
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READ MORE861 Upper Front St, Binghamton, NY 13905
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21 New St, Binghamton, NY 13903
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1715 Castle Gardens Road, Vestal, NY 13850
4.7
(22 reviews)
"I love the apartments that they offer at Brookdale Castle Gardens. They offer total independent living where you have your own apartment, one- or two-bedroom. However, it doesn't have skilled care. You would have to move from there to another facilit..."
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505 Clubhouse Road, Vestal, NY 13850
4.4
(26 reviews)
"I went to Elderwood Village at Vestal. The people were very informative as to what they do and what they don't do. The facility itself is lovely and my sister's father-in-law was there, and she raves about the place. He was in assisted living for a w..."
READ MORE105 West Sheedy Road, Vestal, NY 13850
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The rooms are spacious…the staff are all wonderful and kind….we have bingo and various games that are played trough out the day…we have a flat screen tv in every room and cable and WiFi for our tablets etc….food is cooked here and of course they put ..."
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510 FIFTH AVENUE, Owego, NY 13827
4.2
(5 reviews)
"I had a great time here. The staff is super nice and helpful. I am happy I cam here after my surgery. It is gorgeous to. ..."
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286 Deyo Hill Road, Johnson City, NY 13790
3.8
(15 reviews)
"We went to United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus Johnson City. The girl who gave the tour was very kind to take us through a place that had just been vacated. They had just refurbished it for the next person coming in, so it was empty. We got to see ..."
READ MORE600 High Avenue, Endicott, NY 13760
3.4
(7 reviews)
"My mother is in Ideal Senior Living Center. We're trying to get her into assisted living, but she'd been in quarantine for two weeks and now she's in quarantine yet again in rehab due to exposure. We haven't been in the building only because the faci..."
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10543 State Route 29, Montrose, PA 18801
3.4
(5 reviews)
"I was very pleased with Gracious Living Estate. My Dad seemed to be happy there and I would recommend them to others. ..."
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145Churchst1, Montrose, PA 18801
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READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living residents in Binghamton pay around $7,826 monthly for services. This runs a couple hundred dollars below costs in nearby Albany, where the baseline fee runs near $8,093. However, it outpaces the state median of $5,850 and exceeds costs in most regional communities. For example, assisted living community members pay around $5,670 in Syracuse and about $5,333 in Rochester.
Binghamton
$7,826
New York
$5,850
United States
$5,350
Rochester
$5,333
Syracuse
$5,670
Utica
$5,900
Albany
$8,093
Data published in the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey show that Binghamton’s seniors typically pay almost $300 per month more for assisted living than their peers in New York and $800 more than the average American.
The Assisted Living Program offered by the state of New York will pay for a senior’s assisted living facilities as long as a high level of care is required for participants, equivalent to what one would receive in a nursing home. While non-Medicaid applicants are still admitted a small percentage of the time, 90 percent of the people in this program are on Medicaid.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
Assisted living fees in Binghamton rest near $7,826 per month. In contrast, seniors who access full time home health care services to help them manage basic medical needs pay considerably lower monthly rates of around $1,907. However, assisted living costs around half the cost of nursing home placement, which stands at approximately $14,387.
Home Health Care
$1,907
Assisted Living Facility
$7,826
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$14,387
There are numerous resources in Broome County for older residents, some of which are listed here. These resources can help seniors resolve disputes with their care providers, access good-quality medical equipment for little or no cost and play bigger roles in their communities through volunteering.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Equipment Loan Closet | (607) 729-1278 | The loan closet is a service provided by Disabled American Veterans. It loans gently-used medical equipment to seniors who are members of the organization. These include wheelchairs, walkers and crutches. The organization also provides a ride service for veterans in and around Binghamton, in addition to other outreach programs aimed at helping those who served their country. |
| North Shore Towers Senior Center | (607) 772-6214 | Broome County manages several senior centers, including North Shore Towers in Binghamton. They are places where seniors can meet friends and participate in a range of mentally and physically stimulating activities, such as low-impact aerobics, chair yoga and watercolor painting. There are also traditional games, including bingo and pinochle and hot lunches are served on weekdays for a suggested donation of $3.50 per meal. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (607) 722-1251 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for the rights of seniors in residential care throughout New York State. Ombudsmen are often volunteers who freely support seniors, educating them on their rights and investigating complaints they have with their care, such as concerns about transfers and issues with food quality. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is also a source of information for seniors comparing assisted living facilities as it can supply, free of charge, copies of inspection reports. |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) | (607) 729-9166 | Managed locally by the Catholic Charities of Broome County, RSVP is a national program that connects seniors who want to help their communities with agencies and nonprofits that rely on volunteers to provide their services. It enables seniors to use their life experiences and skills to benefit others. Work is varied and may include mentoring or teaching, but can also involve delivering meals to homebound seniors or driving others to medical appointments. |
Binghamton-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Kristen
5.0
Review of Good Shepherd Fairview Home
The Good Shepherd Fairview Home was my aunt's first choice because she had been to Good Shepherd before, after hospitalization, for a short term stay, and she loved it there. However, they had no...
Assisted Living
Shannan
4.0
Review of Good Shepherd Fairview Home
Good Shepherd-Fairview Home looked very clean, very homey, and the atmosphere was nice. It felt more like a hotel than a hospital. I think they had some type of stage-based church services and they...
Assisted Living
Steve LaBarron
1.0
Review of Good Shepherd Fairview Home
Out the four nursing facilities that my mom has been in and out of, they are the worst in the regard for her and our family needs. I have a health issue that had prevemted me from visiting my...
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