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...
You can get a more detailed look at assisted living in Far Rockaway by reading through the 2392 reviews reviews in our directory. Based on this feedback, we find a typical quality score of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars.
6355 Broadway, Bronx, NY 10471
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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 heritage. Seniors can explore the beautiful parks or socialize with family at the many quaint cafes and restaurants. The facility is close to pharmacies and high-quality medical centers. Home With a Hope has studio apartments and one-bedroom suites. The staff is available 24/7 and is trained to provide personalized assistance, including for hygiene, Alzheimer's care and memory care. The facility has installed the WanderAlert system, which monitors residents to ensure their safety and helps prevent residents from wandering. There are registered nurses on staff to administer medication, and the facility also regularly invites medical specialists to the home for more advanced care needs. All rooms are wheelchair-accessible and feature full bathrooms. Residents can enjoy the healthy, home-cooked meals, and vegetarian options are available. The facility also organizes a number of on-site and off-site activities that are aimed at supporting seniors' physical and mental health. The facility offers complimentary transportation to conduct errands in town or participate in recreational activities. Parking is also available for residents with their own vehicles.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adult Care Facility Directory
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405 CARLTON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
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215 Fieldmere St, Elmont, NY 11003
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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, advanced therapeutic technology and enriched programming. We promise to respond to the needs of our diverse patient population in a professional, caring, and compassionate way. Our patients' physical and emotional well-being come first. Our patients derive comfort from our home-like environment and personalized one-on-one attention. We train our staff to show respect for our residents’ choices, preferences and independence. The family-like community at Sheepshead fosters and values individuality, personal choice and self-determination. Residents, families and staff are part of the collaborative effort to preserve dignity. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adult Care Facility Directory
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11502 Ocean Promenade, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
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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 Management Services (MMS) to unite their affiliated management and advisory companies. T.U.C. is now a division of MMS together with Arco Management Corporation and Multifamily Management of Philadelphia, LLC. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adult Care Facility Directory
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1140 Pacific St, Brooklyn, NY 11216
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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 specializes in providing comfortable apartment-style living. The focus at Wien House is on creating a community where residents can enjoy a variety of amenities and activities designed to enrich their daily lives.The amenities at Wien House are tailored to encourage social interaction and active lifestyles. Residents can take advantage of outdoor common areas, perfect for enjoying the city's sights and sounds. For those who enjoy a more structured day, organized activities and programs are available. The community also features shared common areas, where residents can come together to socialize, and special social activities and events are regularly scheduled. Additionally, Wien House organizes facilitated field trips and outings, allowing residents to explore beyond the community together.Understanding the diverse background of its residents, Wien House offers services to accommodate non-English speakers, including Spanish. This inclusion ensures that all residents feel comfortable and supported in their daily interactions and activities. Wien House stands out in New York, NY, for its commitment to providing a welcoming and engaging environment for seniors looking for apartment-style living with the benefits of a vibrant community.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adult Care Facility Directory
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191 Bradley Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314
Welcome to Golden Gate Rehabilitation! Conveniently located in the heart of Staten Island, Golden Gate Rehabilitation & Health Care Center offers state-of-the-art health care in a completely renovated facility. Our Mission is to furnish the Staten Island community with the utmost finest nursing care and rehabilitation for all Staten Islanders.With specialized programs in short term rehabilitation, sub-acute and long term care services, Golden Gate has become the facility of choice for many major NYC hospitals discharging patients who require additional care. We strive for excellence in our goals and outcomes. Golden Gate maintains a comfortable and dignified environment where all our residents enjoy and engage in a healthy and peaceful atmosphere, which allows families a peace of mind. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adult Care Facility Directory
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451 West End Avenue, New York, NY 10024
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34 Crystal St, Elmont, NY 11003
Franklin Family Type Home for Adults is a residential senior care home located in Elmont, New York. It's close to several public outdoor recreation spots, including Dutch Broadway and Elmont Road Parks, as well as several houses of worship, restaurants and a bowling alley. As a residential senior care home, Franklin Family Type Home for Adults has a full-time staff available to help residents with immediate medical issues, such as blood sugar monitoring and medicine administration. The home accepts seniors aged 55 and older. Residents may choose between the different living accommodations, including studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, and they are provided with multiple daily meals. Staff encourage residents to participate in planned on-site activities for their mental and physical health. The residents can also take advantage of the indoor common areas to socialize and relax with the other seniors. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: New York State Department of Health Adult Care Facility Directory
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570 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218
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187 Cottage Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
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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
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.
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.
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. |
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.
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