Residential care
Vista On 5Th
Residential care in New York, New York
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1261 Fifth Avenue |
| City | New York |
| State | New York |
| ZIP code | 10029 |
| County | New York |
| Phone | 212-534-6464 |
| Website | Vistaon5th.org#http://Vistaon5th.org# |
| Ownership | Not for Profit Corporation |
| License number | 420-S-395 |
| License type | Adult Care Facility — Enriched Housing Program (Article 7, New York Social Services Law) |
| Licensing status | Licensed — New York State Department of Health, Adult Care Facility |
| Capacity | 127 |
| Care types | residential care, assisted living |
| Services offered | 24-hour supervision and personal care, assistance with activities of daily living, Assisted Living Program (Medicaid) services |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the New York State Department of Health. |
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Vista on 5th is an assisted living residence at 1261 Fifth Avenue in New York, across from Central Park, run as a licensed Assisted Living Program under the New York State Department of Health. It serves residents age 65 and older who need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and medication management, but want to keep their independence, and its home page says its care is offered to people of all incomes.
Residents live in private studio apartments and get restaurant-style service of three meals a day in an elegant dining room, with private dining available for family and guests. The residence includes a library and music rooms, a media and TV lounge, an activities center with social, educational, recreational, religious, and cultural programs, exercise programs with coaching, scheduled transportation for activities and outings, housekeeping and weekly linen and towel service, concierge services, and a 24-hour emergency response security system.
More about this provider
| Vista on 5th is an assisted living residence at 1261 Fifth Avenue in New York, operated by Vista on 5th Operating Corp. (a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation) and licensed by the NYS Department of Health as an Assisted Living Program, offering individual care and help with daily living to seniors of all incomes in a 24-hour facility. | |
| Services and programs | Licensed Assisted Living Program (ALP) providing a safe environment and assistance with the activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, grooming, housekeeping, incontinence care, and medication management, for residents who wish to maintain their independence. |
| Who it serves | Seniors who require assistance with the activities of daily living but wish to maintain their independence; the site describes a vibrant community of New Yorkers open to people of all incomes. |
| Payment types it states | The site's admissions packet states Vista on 5th is licensed by the NYS Department of Health as an Assisted Living Program (ALP) and that Medicaid reimbursement for residents entering ALP facilities requires community-based long-term care Medicaid or institutional (nursing home) Medicaid. |
| Visiting and contact details | Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; 24-hour facility; 1261 5th Ave., New York, NY 10029; (212) 534-6464; contactus@vistaon5th.org. The admissions packet directs applications to the admissions coordinator at 212-534-6464, ext. 5569 (Kyle.Pirez@vistaon5th.org). |
| Website | https://vistaon5th.org/ |
Good to know
| Policies the provider states | |
|---|---|
| Pets | not published on crawled pages |
| Smoking | not published on crawled pages (packet only asks applicants how often they smoke tobacco) |
| Waitlist | not published on crawled pages |
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Common questions about Vista On 5Th
Where is Vista On 5Th located?
Vista On 5Th is at 1261 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10029.
What care and services does Vista On 5Th offer?
Vista On 5Th offers residential care, assisted living, 24-hour supervision and personal care, assistance with activities of daily living, Assisted Living Program (Medicaid) services.
How do I contact Vista On 5Th?
Call Vista On 5Th at 212-534-6464.
How much does assisted living cost?
The national median cost of assisted living is $6,200 a month (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in New York can be higher or lower. The price goes up when a person needs more help with daily tasks. See our guide to assisted living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?
No. Medicare does not pay for the rent or the day-to-day help in assisted living. That help is called custodial care, and Medicare does not cover it. Medicare still pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits.
What is the difference between assisted living and a nursing home?
Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. Staff are on hand day and night, but it does not give round-the-clock nursing care. A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home.
Who else pays for assisted living besides Medicare?
Most people pay out of pocket. Medicaid pays for care services in assisted living in many states through waiver programs, but it does not pay the rent. A VA pension called Aid and Attendance can add money each month for veterans who need help with daily tasks. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost.