Plattduetsche Home Society has provided care for seniors since 1923, sitting quietly on seven acres of park-like grounds with plenty of trees, shaded walking paths, gardens, and manicured lawns, so you often see folks relaxing under the gazebo or strolling near the pavilion. The facility stands in Franklin Square, just west of Queens, with easy access to the Hempstead Turnpike, LIRR, all Parkways, and is next to the Plattduetsche Park Restaurant, which makes it convenient for visiting families and local outings, plus a new train station's opening nearby soon to connect residents to more local attractions. Plattduetsche offers two housing choices-Adult Home and Enriched Housing-providing studio, private room, one-bedroom, junior two-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, all for those ages 65 and older, with private bathrooms, safety features like handrails, and wide corridors that support easy movement and independence.
Residents get daily home-cooked meals, chef-prepared and served plated in a nicely decorated dining room, and can request special diets if needed. There are game rooms, full libraries, a lounge, a swimming pool with a jacuzzi, a spa and wellness room, barbershop, and fitness areas with exercise machines. For recreation, residents might join arts and crafts in the hobby room, play shuffleboard or bocce ball, enjoy movie screenings, attend birthday parties, take water exercise classes, or play Wii Sports. The monthly calendar lists events like local trips and community-sponsored gatherings, and a Recreational Director plans regular activities such as bingo, word games, trivia, and holiday parties. The grounds and building are designed for safety, with large elevators, handrails, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a sprinkler system, and a public address system.
Plattduetsche supports residents with help for everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, transferring, and medication management, offering 12 to 16-hour nursing, 24-hour call response, housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, transportation, case management, counseling, and on-site physical therapy and doctor visits, including podiatry and psychiatry. An on-site mental wellness program helps those who need it. The Adult Home and Enriched Housing apartments allow seniors to stay as independent as possible while receiving care. Social life is strong, with resident-run programs, music, arts, gym activities, movie nights, and a Ladies Society that organizes fun community fundraisers like the Strawberry Festival.
The mid-rise building sits among large trees and has spots indoors and out where residents gather or simply enjoy the view. Plattduetsche has served the local community for generations, starting with German immigrants and now welcoming all backgrounds. Staff are known for their attention to cleanliness and detail, and reviews often mention how they go above and beyond to help. Most units include private bathrooms, and services cover everything from maintenance to supportive counseling.
Plattduetsche has received the 2025 Best of Senior Living Award from Seniorly, scored 9.9 as a community, and is ranked in the top 5% for resident satisfaction. Starting prices begin at $5,550 per month. Plattduetsche is a nonprofit, so the focus stays on value, comfort, and safety for seniors, and they've offered support for nearly a century-there's even a Legacy Lane Brick Program as a way to honor families and residents. Virtual tours are available for those interested in seeing the community online before a visit. The atmosphere is quiet, safe, and welcoming, providing both independence and care for older adults who want a peaceful place to call home.
