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 2391 reviews reviews in our directory. Based on this feedback, we find a typical quality score of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars.
8 Freer Street, Lynbrook, NY 11563
4.4
(32 reviews)
Mom has been there for just a short time but am impressed at how attentive everyone is. The rooms are clean. The people are so friendly. So far we are very pleased....
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55 Hudson Avenue, Tenafly, NJ 07670
4.4
(7 reviews)
I visited Brightview Tenafly. It was very nice. They're knowledgeable, and they have a medical person on staff. I didn't try the food, but I saw what they had, and it was nicely done and nicely provided. The rooms and common areas were very nice, cle...
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70 Pinelawn Road, Melville, NY 11747
4.4
(14 reviews)
Our cousin lived in in this facility since March 2020. COVID hit and the doors were closed. Our cousin just passed at age 102 but the care and love she received in these past 2 plus years has been so comforting. At the end of her life she had be ...
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310 Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY 11753
4.3
(13 reviews)
The Bristal at Jericho was very beautiful. It had an upscale look to it. It was very clean looking. The staff were engaging and listened to our needs, were very polite, and accommodating. They had a movie theater, an arts and crafts room, a sitting a...
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CARING STARS WINNER
655 Pomander Walk, Teaneck, NJ 07666
4.3
(11 reviews)
My 100 year old mom Shirley has been happily residing at Five Star for 8 years.She's always tells me how happy she is living there. I am so fortunate to have my mom living in such a beautiful place. Five Star is well kept, has wonderful food options,...
$4,015
99 South Service Road, North Hills, NY 11040
4.3
(27 reviews)
My parents moved into The Bristal 2 1/2 years ago. From the first day the staff was wonderful -caring, friendly, attentive. They got to know my parents and their needs right away. Staff always greets residences with hellos and smiles on a first n...
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71-61 159th St, Flushing, NY 11365
4.3
(15 reviews)
From the moment I visited the Boulevard, I knew it was a caring, upbeat and friendly place. The staff is warm and welcoming. My room is cozy, clean and comfortable. My adjustment has been swift and with the help of friends I am making and staff, I am...
$4,800
636 Louisiana Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11239
4.3
(3 reviews)
Brooklyn Boulevard ALP was very nice. I was surprisingly pleased with this place. It was very clean. The people were very friendly. The residents were nice, and the different areas that they showed were nice. I even asked, "How do we get in here?" be...
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21 Clark St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
4.3
(3 reviews)
I am a resident of The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights. I like the people who live and work here. The building is very nice. It has an indoor pool and a nice dining hall. The food is very good, and one of my favorites is sweet and sour chicken. The sta...
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260 Maple Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
4.2
(14 reviews)
I liked Maple Pointe at Rockville Centre. Everyone was friendly, we were able to see all of the living spaces and the common areas. And so I thought it was impressive. The room was very good. I just thought the staff was knowledgeable. It's a clean, ...
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CARING STARS WINNER
59 Bayville Avenue, Bayville, NY 11709
4.2
(14 reviews)
My dad moved into Rosewood on the Sound assisted living. It's very clean, they're very attentive, the meals are good for him, they have outings, and there's a doctor on the premises so I have no complaints. His room is very clean. He has a bathroom,...
$8,200
212 40 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens Village, NY 11427
4.2
(11 reviews)
Windsor Park is a great place! Everyone here treats patients and guests with care. My friend had to stay here for rehab and all of the staff were kind to her. They treated me very well although I was just there to meet my friend....
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1150 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY 11010
4.2
(4 reviews)
Plattduetsche Home Society is lovely and we're very happy there. It looks like it's going to be a good fit for my mom. My mom's room is a nice size, has a twin bed, a little love seat type sofa, a little refrigerator, a life-sized closet, dresser, an...
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330 Ninth Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
4.2
(4 reviews)
I'm at The Atrium at Hamilton Park. Everyone is extremely helpful and friendly. The staff is phenomenal. I brought a lot of my own furniture in with me because I'm going to be here for about a year. It's absolutely lovely. The people here are wonderf...
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150 Sunnyside Blvd, Plainview, NY 11803
4.2
(25 reviews)
We went to Somerset Gardens by Chelsea. They were very caring. They asked a lot of questions about my mother-in-law. They seemed very concerned. The facility was very clean. The apartments were well kept. If we had to choose one place, that would hav...
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1800 Highway 35 South, Middletown, NJ 07748
4.1
(21 reviews)
My mother is so happy living at Arbor Terrace in Middletown, New Jersey. The staff is wonderful. They have an individual coordinator for the independent living section who is amazing. Anastasiya is reachable via phone and or text and truly makes my m...
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CARING STARS WINNER
477 Hungry Harbor Road, North Woodmere, NY 11581
4.1
(33 reviews)
I am a Professional who owns a Home Care Agency. I am a frequent visitor to this Community (as residents occasionally call upon my Agency to provide short-term, one-on-one assistance for Mom or Dad in addition to the services they receive at The Br...
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400 County Line Road, Massapequa, NY 11758
4.1
(28 reviews)
The Bristal in Massapequa has been absolutely amazing with the care they have shown my Mom. The level of patience and compassion as well as attention and treatment extended has really made a very positive impact, especially since we relocated my Mom...
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7 Laurel Avenue, Keansburg, NJ 07734
4.1
(6 reviews)
My husband moved into Bayside Manor. It's wonderful and it's a family-run place. The staff has been great and very caring. It's a very homey atmosphere. I got a lot of help the first few weeks because I was nervous. The food is homemade. It's wonderf...
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4499 Manhattan College Parkway, Bronx, NY 10471
4.1
(13 reviews)
I just completed my stay at the Methodist home and I am just as grateful as I was my first time which was 2 years ago. The physical and occupational therapy was excellent and helped strengthen me tremendously. Staff are very solicitous of the residen...
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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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