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Located 20 miles from Manhattan, White Plains is an affluent suburb of New York City that’s known for its shopping and dining experiences. The area is home to more than twice the number of physicians per person than the U.S. overall. Locals have access to excellent medical facilities such as White Plains Hospital, which performs above average in its treatment of many conditions affecting the elderly. The total population is 59,559 as of the latest U.S. Census estimates, with 10,363 residents aged 65 and over.
There are seven assisted living communities in White Plains, ranging in size from converted family homes to large purpose-built apartment complexes, and there are another 20 communities nearby. Assisted living in the area is more expensive than the norm for the state and country overall, carrying an average cost of $5,991 per month.
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Assisted living communities in White Plains cost an average of $5,991 per month. The average for New York state is about $1,100 lower, at $4,800, and the national average is even lower at $4,300. Most neighboring states are more expensive; Connecticut, New Jersey and Massachusetts’ average monthly prices for assisted living are all north of $6,000. Pennsylvania, though, is considerably more affordable at $3,955.
White Plains is one of the most expensive areas of New York for assisted living. The state’s lowest cost is in Buffalo at $4,565; Buffalo is followed by Syracuse and Albany at $4,703 and $4,800, respectively. Seniors in Rochester pay approximately $5,180 per month. Poughkeepsie residents pay slightly less, at $5,154.
Note: Data for White Plains was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York, was used instead.
Medicaid doesn’t cover assisted living by default, but there are two related programs in New York that can help partially cover costs. The Assisted Living Program is the most comprehensive option, although it’s limited to 4,200 participants at a time. Managed Long Term Care plans are available from several providers; this option covers a smaller set of assisted living services.
Learn more about the assistance available and how to qualify on our Assisted Living in New York page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services | (914) 813-6400 | The Area Agency on Aging for the county acts as a central resource that seniors and families can contact for help and answers on many topics important to the elderly. Volunteers provide personalized counseling on benefit programs and subsidies for low-income seniors, such as the state prescription drug program, Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security. Eligible residents can gain access to financial assistance that helps cover some assisted living costs. |
| White Plains Community Center | (914) 422-1423 | Seniors aged 60 and over can visit the local senior center for lunch, activities, wellness programs and information on topics such as Medicare, fall prevention and aging in general. Door-to-door transportation can be arranged, with a suggested donation of $1 per ride, and bus trips for grocery shopping are held every Friday. These and other services provided by the senior center may help delay the need for assisted living care. |
| Westchester County Veterans Service Agency | (914) 995-2145 | Westchester County’s VSA is located in White Plains. Its staff can be of assistance with many aging-related concerns among veterans and their families. The main goal of this agency is to help veterans interact with the federal VA and maximize the benefits they receive. These benefits can cover a significant portion of assisted living costs in many cases. Additionally, staff help connect veterans with any other appropriate services and programs at the state and local levels. |
| Senior Law Day Collaborative | (914) 231-3227 | This organization provides elderly Westchester County residents and family members with free legal and financial advice. It’s a partnership made up of lawyers, financial planners and senior care professionals who lend their expertise to various events, webinars and one-on-one consultations. Help is available in many important areas of elder law, such as wills, trusts, estates, housing and long-term care. |
| Tri-County Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (914) 500-3406 | Ombudsmen act as investigators, advocates and mediators for seniors in long-term care facilities who feel that their rights are being violated. Residents and their loved ones can contact the ombudsman’s office to lodge complaints about unsafe conditions, poor treatment from staff, inadequate care and other concerns. |
The New York Department of Health and its Bureau of Licensure and Certification are responsible for oversight of the state’s assisted living communities, which must meet strict standards in safety, staff training, maintenance and other aspects. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information.
