Frequently Asked Questions
Have you got questions about assisted living and memory care? Do you want to learn more about senior living in New York? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re exploring senior living options for yourself, a family member, or a loved one, we understand that navigating the choices can be overwhelming.
Our FAQ page covers various aspects of senior living, including different types of communities, levels of care, amenities, costs, and more. We’re here to help you make informed decisions tailored to your unique needs and preferences.
What is assisted living, and what level of care is included?
Assisted living communities offer daily care services that help you live independently. These services often include help with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, meals, medication management, health care services, and more.
An assisted living community, sometimes referred to as an assisted living facility or residence, also offers full social calendars, daily meals, outings, events, and wellness programs to enhance older adults’ well-being.
What is the cost of assisted living in New York?
The cost of assisted living in New York varies by location, amenities, level of care, and services offered. In cities with higher living costs, seniors can expect to pay more for senior living services and medical care.
According to a Genworth cost of care survey, the median monthly cost of assisted living in the state of New York is $4,580, while nursing home care can go up to $13,233.
Evergreen Place’s assisted living rates are lower than the median monthly rate. Contact us to discuss your individual care needs and get a personalized quote for care. Paying for assisted living doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Read our comprehensive guide for more information.
What is memory care, and what level of support is included?
Memory care typically means a separate wing of the community dedicated to residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. It offers a higher level of personal support, more supervision, attention, and specialized evidence-based approaches to care, like our comprehensive Connections program.
How can I pay for senior living?
Assisted living and memory care communities can provide many helpful services (please see the question about pricing below). If you are worried about being able to pay for senior living on your monthly income, make sure you know all of your options. You may be eligible for additional financial support, such as Social Security, care insurance, or veterans benefits.
Thinking about assisted living costs in New York doesn’t have to be daunting. Our team can discuss payment options for assisted living or memory care that fit your needs. Contact our senior living sales specialist, and we will navigate this journey together!
What does senior living pricing look like?
Most senior living communities are private-pay. Pricing at our community is more reasonable than you’d expect, with utilities, delicious meals, snacks, beverages, transportation, activities, housekeeping, laundry, and more included! Care services are paid separately.
Our rates are lower than the median cost of assisted living in New York. Read our comprehensive pricing guide to learn more.
There are two types of pricing services in senior living: hospitality and health care.
Hospitality services are typically provided as a standard package, often referred to as the “base rate.” At all Pegasus communities, assisted living residents receive three meals per day, daily social activities, 24-hour security, utilities, access to all common areas and grounds, and transportation services (as further defined in the residency agreement).
For most of our Pegasus Senior Living assisted living programs, studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units are available.
Generally, Base Rate prices range from $90 per day to over $150 per day, less than the cost of a hotel stay.
In assisted living, residents live in a comfortable and accessible apartment and receive all of their meals, activities, security, transportation, and utilities.
Most people move into assisted living or memory care communities due to health care needs, which can vary greatly. Some may just need help managing their medications, while others can need help with many of the activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
As the industry evolved, it became clear that charging everyone the same “care rate” was not fair since the needs varied so much.
To make our pricing as fair as possible, Pegasus Senior Living develops individual care plans for each resident. We do not “nickel and dime” our families; instead, we offer care plans that translate into “care levels.”
Our communities typically have up to six potential “care levels,” with each one based on “care time” per the plan. These plans generally translate to $10 to $15 per day for direct care or $300 to $450 per month per care level.
Your loved one will be assessed upon entry and then again after 180 days since care needs often change either up or down. We will also call to tell you if we believe your loved one’s care needs have changed due to a change in condition or functionality; this will also trigger a reassessment and a meeting with you to discuss it.*
*Subject to change based on location.
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