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10 Best Nursing Homes in Kensington, NY
Kensington is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 79 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Kensington, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Kensington is about $9,770, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 2552 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Manhattan, New York City and Edgewater.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Cost of nursing homes in Kensington, NY
The average cost of senior living in Kensington is $9,770 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kings Point, NY with an average of $9,255 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kensington, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kensington, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Kensington
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kensington
The Fountains at RiverVue in Tuckahoe, NY
4.5
They have some very nice people who have some tenure. Pretty facility inside and out. Also a pretty good restaurant very close - where you can take your spouse and meet your friends. hey were very supportive. Not just for my wife but also for me.
Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY
4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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The Bristal at East Northport
4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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Kensington nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kensington nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kensington, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Kensington nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Kensington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
32.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.6%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
54.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.9%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
57%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Kensington nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Kensington Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.7%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kensington nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kensington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kensington nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kensington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
19%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kensington nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Kensington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
24.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.8%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
25.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Split Rock Nursing Home, The Belvedere and Ditmas Park Care Ctr are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Kensington, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 79 nursing homes facilities near Kensington, New York. See the full list.
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