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Located north of Manhattan and the Bronx, Yonkers is the fourth-most-populous city in New York state with over 200,000 calling the place home. Close to 17% are aged 65 and older. Providing plenty to see and do, Yonkers has over 77 parks and playgrounds for seniors to explore. It’s also located along the Hudson River for those who enjoy fishing, boating and water sports. The overall crime rate in Yonkers is lower than the national average, and the state is moderately tax-friendly for retirees.
There are five assisted living communities in Yonkers. Their services have an average monthly cost of $5,991. The actual cost may vary from location to location depending on how big the community is and what each property has to offer.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey estimates the cost of assisted living in Yonkers to be $5,991 per month. This is more than the state average of $4,800 and the national average of $4,300. The cost in surrounding states ranges from $3,955 in Pennsylvania to $6,300 in Connecticut. Vermont falls somewhere in the middle at $5,310.
The cost of assisted living in New York fluctuates depending on where you are in the state. In the far northwest corner in Buffalo, assisted living costs seniors around $4,565 per month. In Western New York in Elmira, the cost is $5,624. Further north in Utica, Glen Falls and Syracuse, the cost is $4,905, $4,235 and $4,703 respectively.
Note: Data for Yonkers was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York City, was used instead.
Two assisted living waivers in New York help pay for assisted living in Yonkers. This includes the Assisted Living Program (ALP) waiver and the Home and Community-Based Services waiver. The ALP pays for the cost of services in licensed facilities, including room and board. The Home and Community-Based Services waiver pays for services like grooming, housekeeping and meals. Learn more about these waivers on our Assisted Living in New York page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Yonkers Office for the Aging | (914) 377-6823 | The Yonkers Office for the Aging provides services for adults aged 60 and older throughout the city of Yonkers. Programs and services include transportation, home-delivered meals, recreational activities, exercise, case management and supermarket or pharmacy deliveries. |
| Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services | (914) 995-2000 | Westchester County’s Department of Senior Programs and Services recognizes the needs of those aged 60 and older and offers a wide range of programs and services throughout the year. Some of these programs, like transportation and meal delivery, are ongoing, and others are annual events, such as seminars and educational workshops. The department provides nutrition programs, clubs and a periodic newsletter. |
| Westchester County Senior Voice | (914) 380-2990 | The Westchester County Senior Voice is a resource guide that informs seniors about available programs and services throughout the county. The Voice is available online or as a printed edition for those without internet access. |
| Yonkers Senior Centers | (914) 377-6442 | There are several senior centers located throughout Yonkers to provide socialization and activities during daytime hours. These centers offer activities like card games, sewing, sing-alongs, dancing, exercise, billiards, bingo, crafts and poker. These centers can be found at places like the Grinton Will Library, the Charles Cola Community Center, Bryn Mawr Church Hall and St. Mark’s. |
| New York State Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (855) 582-6769 | The long-term care ombudsman is a federally funded program that helps protect seniors living in long-term care facilities. The ombudsman serves as an advocate to improve older adults’ way of life. The ombudsman also visits assisted living communities to ensure that they are maintaining state and federal standards. |
Assisted living communities, or adult care facilities, are regulated by the New York State Department of Health. Like all state regulations, the laws in Yonkers address services like meals, housing and assistance with daily living. Learn more about these standards by visiting our Assisted Living in New York page.
