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Nursing Home Communities in Binghamton, New York

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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Using the cost of a semiprivate room, the cost of nursing care in Binghamton is $773 lower than the state’s average and $3,787 higher than the national average. 

Compared to other cities throughout the state, Kingston is the most expensive. With an average of $14,797 per month, the city is $3,254 more than Binghamton. The state capital, Albany, costs $1,430 more than Binghamton. New York City costs $228 more than Binghamton. The least expensive city is Utica. Located in central New York, it costs nearly $2,000 less than Binghamton. 

Binghamton

$11,543

New York State

$12,316

The United States

$7,756

Kingston

$14,797

Albany

$12,973

New York City

$11,771

Utica

$9,581

Nursing Home Costs in Binghamton, NY

On average, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $11,543 per month and a private room costs $11,736 per month in Binghamton.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Binghamton, NY

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

The cost of care can be an important factor when considering long-term care options. In Binghamton, home-based care is $4,934 per month for both homemaking and personal care services, which is over $6,600 less than a semiprivate room. Adult day health care costs $2,383 per month, making it about 20% of what nursing care costs. Assisted living costs $6,446 less than nursing home care, with an average of $5,097. A private room in a nursing home costs $11,736 per month and is $193 more than a semiprivate room. 

Home care

$4,934

Home health care

$4,934

Adult day health care

$2,383

Assisted Living

$5,097

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$11,543

Nursing home (private room)

$11,736

Free Resources for Seniors in Binghamton, NY

This section offers a short list of resources for seniors and their caregivers in Broome County. The county’s Office for the Aging can assist seniors with finding information and referrals for local services that best fit their needs and improve their level of independence.

ResourceContactService
Broome County Office for Aging Services(607) 778-8000Operating as the Area Agency on Aging, the Broome County Office for Aging Services offers a variety of programs for seniors and their caregivers, including referrals for local service providers and legal aid, that are designed to improve their quality of life. A Senior ID card is available for seniors wishing to use the Broome County Mini Bus System or participate in any of the Office for Aging’s programs.
Home- and Community-Based Services Waiver/Long-Term Home Health Care Program (HCBS/LTHHCP)(607) 778-8000The HCBS Waiver is designed to delay the placement of seniors in nursing homes. Low-income seniors who qualify for Medicaid can receive in-home personal and medical care services performed by experienced professionals, including nursing care and rehabilitation therapies. The program provides additional Medicaid coverage for community-based services, such as home maintenance and safety modifications. To apply, contact the Broome County Office for Aging Services.
The New York State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(855) 582-6769Certified by the state, ombudsmen investigate and help resolve complaints about the well-being of nursing home residents. Seniors and loved ones can reach out to an ombudsman with issues ranging from quality of care to lack of healthy meal options that meet each residents’ dietary needs and restrictions. A local ombudsman can be found through the Broome County Office of Aging or by calling the phone number provided.
The New York State Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP)(800) 701-0501HIICAP offers free and unbiased health insurance counseling to Medicare beneficiaries and those who are looking to apply for Medicare. Counselors can help seniors compare policies and find supplemental insurance coverage. Low-income seniors can apply for financial aid that can assist in covering out-of-pocket costs for prescription medications and medical supplies. Seniors can learn about long-term care options through HIICAP by contacting the Broome County Office on Aging or by calling the phone number provided.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Pita22

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Bridgewater Center For Rehab & Nursing L L C

The rooms are filthy. Tv,s don't work most of the time. I see alot of the staff on their cell phones ignoring residents. I had a nurse forget to give my loved one his nightly medication. If i...

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Kris Scott

Other

Review of Bridgewater Center For Rehab & Nursing L L C

My wife is currently a resident on the 2nd floor at Bridgewater. The staff is pleasant. But one, particular aide named ANGEL is very nice, attentive and respectful. And, as-far-as her care, it's...

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Not too happy

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Bridgewater Center For Rehab & Nursing L L C

My father left this facility in bad shape. He couldn’t even stand up or walk. They always put filthy clothes on him if he was even dressed in clothes at all. Some pants actually had dried up feces...

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