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We had heard mixed review, but he building has been under new management since the middle of 2017 and the care my mother got was great. The staff were very friendly and nice. Outstanding therapy staff...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Absolut Care of Endicott sits on a hill on the Northwest edge of the Village of Endicott. Located just west of Binghamton, NY, Endicott is a picturesque village, originally home of IBM.Absolut Care of Endicott houses 160 people needing a variety of care services. The facility has four distinct...
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Cost of assisted living in Homer, NY

The average cost of senior living in Homer is $5,178 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitney Point, NY with an average of $4,288 per month.

Assisted living costs in Homer, NY, vs. nearby cities

Homer, NY
$5,178/mo
$5,143/mo

Assisted living costs in Homer, NY, vs. state and national averages

Homer, NY
$5,178/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Homer, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,178/mo
$5,256/mo

Assisted living costs in Homer, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,343/mo
Studio
$5,542/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,280/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,010/mo

Senior living costs in Homer vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Homer, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHomer, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$5,178/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,256/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,033/mo$4,409/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Homer, NY:$5,178/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Homer, NY:$5,256/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Homer, NY:$4,033/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in Homer, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Homer and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Homer, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Homer have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Homer, NY$5,309/mo$4,805/mo+10.5%
New York$6,769/mo$6,430/mo+5.3%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Homer, NY
2024 average cost:$5,309/mo
2023 average cost:$4,805/mo
Percent change:+10.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,769/mo
2023 average cost:$6,430/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Homer, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Homer.

What families are saying about assisted living in Homer

Recent reviews for assisted living in Homer

Seneca Lake Terrace in Geneva, NY

4.6
Seneca Terrace is very supportive and approachable regarding any questions or concerns. Always willing to assist however they can. It is a family friendly atmosphere. They understand the challenges of their residents and work with the family to best meet their needs.

North Brook Heights Home for Adults in Auburn, NY

5.0
The moment I moved in I fell in love with the staff here. They have been helpful from the start. I pulled up with my son and his truck full of my stuff. A couple of nice gentlemen helped my family unload the truck and bring my stuff to my new room. This nice young lady gave me a tour of the ...
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Paquette Homestead in Apalachin, NY

4.8
We placed mom in the Paquette house in 2010 because she had dementia and we could no longer give her the daily care that she required. We were happily surprised to see what a nice house and neighborhood she was in. Since we live in Apalachin, a visit was only a few minutes away. At first mom ...
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Homer review score based on 196 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 196 reviews of 57 Homer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Homer review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Homer review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Homer, NY57 facilities
8.6
Cortland, NY65 facilities
8.6
Cortland West, NY67 facilities

Review subcategories for Homer assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 196 reviews of 57 Homer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Homer resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Homer, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.7
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Homer assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Homer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Homer, 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 Homer assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Homer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Homer, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.1%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Homer assisted living

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 Homer Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Homer, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.6%
14%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Homer assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Homer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Homer, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Homer assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Homer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Homer, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Homer assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Homer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Homer, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
24.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Homer

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Homer protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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