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Sheepshead Nursing and Rehabilitation
2840 Knapp St, Brooklyn, NY 11235
"Welcome to Sheepshead Nursing and Rehab! At Sheepshead, our goal is to provide a patient-centered, caring environment, optimal care, advance..."
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Assisted Living Communities in Far Rockaway, New York
With 274 assisted living communities in the region to choose from, Far Rockaway sits in the eastern part of the Rockaway peninsula in New York City’s borough of Queens. Data from a recent...
survey shows that in 2024, local assisted living residents pay approximately $6,508 per month, with rates exceeding the New York median by about $660.
You can get a more detailed look at assisted living in Far Rockaway by reading through the 2342 reviews reviews in our directory. Based on this feedback, we find a typical quality score of 3.8 out of 5 stars stars.
Directory of Assisted Living in Far Rockaway, NY
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East 167 Street Group Home
1025 E 167th St, Bronx, NY 10459
"East 167 Street Group Home is an assisted living community located in the Bronx, 12 miles northeast of downtown Manhattan. The surrounding a..."
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Surya Senior Living
86-02 148th street, Queens, NY 11435
"Surya Senior Living is a residential living facility in Briarwood, New York. It's home-like, clean, caring, with indoor and outdoor activi..."
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Brightview Eatontown
201 Wyckoff Road, Eatontown, NJ 07724
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: State of New Jersey Department of Health..."
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Garden of Eden Home
1608 Stillwell Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11223
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
READ MOREMidpoint Associated Practitioners
115 E 23rd St, New York, NY 10010
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
READ MOREHome With A Hope
50 State St, West Babylon, NY 11704
"Home With a Hope is a residential care home located in Babylon, NY, 30 miles from Manhattan. Babylon is a small, diverse town with a rich he..."
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The Willows Rest Home
73 Dudley St, Long Branch, NJ 07740
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: State of New Jersey Department of Health..."
READ MORELittle Shepherds Community
2051 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10453
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
READ MORET.U.C. Management Company
200W57thst702, New York, NY 10019
"Welcome to T.U.C. Management Company! In 2006, Arco President, Jeffrey P. Goldstein and Chairman, Richard Oller, formed Multifamily Manageme..."
READ MOREWien House
60 Nagle Ave, New York, NY 10040
"Wien House, located in the bustling city of New York, NY, offers a unique living experience for its residents. This senior living provider s..."
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St Michael's Home
3 Lehman Ter, Yonkers, NY 10705
"My mother is in Saint Michael's Home, which is a private home in Yonkers. It's a Greek Orthodox home, so you have to be Greek Orthodox to move into it. The archdiocese runs it. I won't recommend this home to anyone, that's why my mother is leaving. T..."
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90 Cherry Ln, Hicksville, NY 11801
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
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1140 Pacific St, Brooklyn, NY 11216
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READ MOREThe Bristal at Bethpage
1075 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714
"The Bristal at Bethpage is a senior living community situated in Bethpage, NY. It offers a variety of care options, including Independent Li..."
READ MOREInspir Carnegie Hill
1802 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
READ MOREMoffat Gardens Senior
22 Moffat Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adul..."
READ MOREChelsea Rest
352 Chelsea Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740
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READ MOREHelen Keller National Center
141 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point, NY 11050
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Far Rockaway, NY and Nearby Cities
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Far Rockaway's assisted living facilities charge around $6,508 per month, which tracks almost $1,200 above the national norm. While seniors pay lower fees of approximately $3,711 in Kingston, local rates run below fees in other nearby cities. For example, seniors pay roughly $7,826 in Binghamton and about $8,093 in Albany.
Far Rockaway
$6,508
New York
$5,850
The United States
$5,350
Poughkeepsie
$4,970
Kingston
$3,711
Binghamton
$7,826
Albany
$8,093
Paying for Assisted Living in Far Rockaway, NY
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Far Rockaway
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Far Rockaway, NY
Far Rockaway seniors spend around $6,508 per month on assisted living costs. Nursing home fees run considerably higher at about $12,471 for shared units, but other senior care solutions cost less. For example, seniors pay roughly $6,483 for home health care and around $5,148 for in-home care, and adult day health care rates fall near $2,275.
In-Home Care
$5,148
Home Health Care
$6,483
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$6,508
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,471
Note: Since data for Far Rockaway is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, New York City, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Far Rockaway
Seniors in Far Rockaway who are considering moving to an assisted living facility, or already live in one, have access to a wide range of resources that can provide assistance as they age. Services and supports available include recreational activities, benefits counseling and legal help, and are provided by local government agencies and nonprofit organizations.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| New York City Department for the Aging | (212) 244-6469 | The New York City Department for the Aging is the Area Agency on Aging for all of New York City’s boroughs. It oversees and helps fund resources for seniors throughout the city, including health insurance counseling, legal help and volunteer opportunities. Many services can be accessed through senior centers that operate throughout the city. |
| Long Term Care Ombudsman | (855) 582-6769 | The Long Term Care Ombudsman program provides advocacy and support to people living in long-term care, including nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The ombudsman program mediates when residents are experiencing issues, and helps investigate and resolve complaints. It also provides education about residents' rights to residents, families and staff of assisted living communities and can help people develop resident and family councils. |
| Jewish Association Serving the Aging | (212) 273-5200 | JASA is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of services to support aging. Resources available include a helpline, mental health support, legal services and community health programs. JASA also has senior centers throughout New York, including two in Far Rockaway, that offer group activities, trips, health screenings and daily kosher and non-kosher meals. |
| Queens Vet Center | (718) 296-2871 | Seniors who served in the U.S. military can access a range of services from local VA centers. Counselors are available to help veterans identify and apply for benefits that they may be eligible for, such as the Aid and Attendance benefit. The Queens Vet Center also has counseling available for veterans and their families and can refer people to other VA services. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Far Rockaway
Far Rockaway-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.
