The Empire State Association of Assisted Living (ESAAL) is a not-for-profit organization that since 1979 has been dedicated to strengthening New York State’s assisted living industry and promoting the best interests of providers and residents. It is the only association that exclusively represents the assisted living industry, serving 250 Assisted Living Residences, Adult Homes and Enriched Housing Programs throughout New York State. These member residences are home to more than 22,000 seniors.

The Association provides education, governmental and legislative advocacy services for its member assisted living owners and administrators. It is widely recognized by government and other stakeholders as the voice for assisted living, and is committed to ensuring access to assisted living for all New Yorkers that choose it.

The Association promotes assisted living for its member providers and their residents by:

• Promoting just and meaningful legislation and regulation;
• Providing education and training for administrators and staff;
• Working with governmental and regulatory agencies to obtain maximum benefits for its members and residents;
• Developing proper operational standards for providers;
• Protecting the ethical and legitimate interests of member providers and their residents; and
• Cultivating a greater public awareness of the importance of assisted living in the state’s long-term care system.