Over a Century of Senior Care on the Hudson River
RiverSpring Living is a nonprofit senior care organization founded in 1917 as The Hebrew Home, renamed RiverSpring Living in 2021, operating a 32-acre campus along the Hudson River in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, New York. Senior Care Finder's directory lists 3 communities, all in New York, offering active adult living, independent living, assisted living, memory care, and Life Plan Community/CCRC living. RiverSpring Living is also currently developing River's Edge, a Life Plan Community described as the first of its kind in New York City, on the same campus.
Visit the official RiverSpring Living website, or explore RiverSpring Living communities on Senior Care Finder to compare current listings.
Company at a Glance
● Headquarters: Riverdale, Bronx, New York
● Founded: 1917, as The Hebrew Home, originally based in Harlem; the organization was renamed RiverSpring Living in 2021
● Current leadership: David V. Pomeranz, President and Chief Executive Officer
● Portfolio size: 3 communities, including a new River’s Edge Life Plan Community/CRC Living under development, all on RiverSpring Living's 32-acre Riverdale campus
● States served: New York
● Care and lifestyle options: Active adult living, independent living, assisted living, memory care, and Life Plan Community/CCRC living, with services varying by building on the campus
● Official website: riverspringliving.org
Senior Living and Care Options
RiverSpring Living's campus spans several buildings, each generally associated with a different level of care:
● Active adult living
● Independent living
● Assisted living
● Memory care
● Life Plan Community/CCRC living (in development)
RiverSpring Residences offers assisted living and memory care in private apartments. RiverSpring Independent Living, marketed as RiverWalk, offers active adult and independent living with priority access to higher levels of care on the same campus as needs change. The organization's own press coverage also references the Hauser Rehabilitation Center, offering short-term rehabilitation, and a LEED-certified supportive housing residence that opened in July 2021; families should confirm which specific building and care type applies to the listing they are considering. Families should confirm current care levels and availability directly on the Senior Care Finder listing for the specific community they are considering.
What Makes RiverSpring Living Different?
Over a Century of Continuous Service Since 1917
RiverSpring Living traces its history to 1917, when it was founded as The Hebrew Home, originally based in Harlem before relocating to its current Riverdale, Bronx campus. The organization was renamed RiverSpring Living in 2021, reflecting more than a century of continuous operation under evolving leadership and programming.
A Pioneer in Long-Term Care Policy
In 1995, the organization created what is described as the nation's first sexual expression policy in long-term care, addressing residents' rights to consensual intimacy and relationships. This kind of early, deliberate policy leadership on a sensitive topic in long-term care is a differentiator reflecting the organization's history of addressing resident dignity and autonomy directly.
A Dedicated Elder Justice Center
RiverSpring Living operates the Weinberg Center for Elder Justice, a specialized center focused on elder abuse prevention and advocacy, which expanded its reach through a new partnership announced in December 2025. This kind of dedicated elder justice infrastructure, rather than folding these services into general resident support, is a differentiator from most senior living operators.
New York City's First Life Plan Community, Currently Under Development
RiverSpring Living broke ground in May 2026 on River's Edge, a 260-unit, $632.9 million luxury senior living development on its existing 32-acre Riverdale campus, described by the organization as New York City's first and only Life Plan Community (Continuing Care Retirement Community). The project is expected to welcome its first residents in December 2028.
Distinctive Cultural and Lifestyle Programming
RiverSpring Living's campus features an extensive art collection built through decades of donations, and the organization runs Golden Dreams, a program that helps residents fulfill long-held personal aspirations, such as a 2025 skydiving experience for one resident. This kind of dedicated cultural and personal-fulfillment programming, beyond standard activities calendars, is a differentiator reflecting the organization's approach to whole-person care.
Leadership Promoted From Within After Four Decades of Experience
President and CEO David V. Pomeranz has spent nearly 40 years at RiverSpring Living, having started in the transport department and worked across therapeutic activities, adult day care, community services, operations, and administration before being promoted to the organization's top leadership role. This depth of internal experience is a differentiator from executives hired from outside the organization.
Signature Programs and Services
Golden Dreams is RiverSpring Living's program dedicated to helping residents fulfill personal aspirations and bucket-list experiences, reflecting the organization's approach to honoring individual identity in later life.
The Weinberg Center for Elder Justice is RiverSpring Living's dedicated center focused on elder abuse prevention, advocacy, and partnership-based outreach.
Life at a RiverSpring Living Community
Life at RiverSpring Living's Riverdale campus may include chef-prepared kosher dining, an extensive on-campus art collection, cultural and lifestyle programming, and, for residents needing additional support, priority access to assisted living, memory care, or rehabilitation services on the same campus. Specific amenities and programming vary by building and level of care.
Families evaluating any RiverSpring Living community should ask specifically about current staffing levels, which specific building and level of care applies to a given listing, and, for those interested in the forthcoming River's Edge Life Plan Community, current entrance requirements and expected occupancy timelines given its December 2028 target opening.
What Residents and Families Say
RiverSpring Living does not publish a single portfolio-wide review rating, and Senior Care Finder's own listing for the featured RiverSpring Residences community shows a rating in the high 4-star range. Recurring themes in publicly available feedback include attentive staff and a strong sense of community, though experience can vary by specific building and time period. Families are encouraged to review recent, community-specific feedback for the location they are considering.
Leadership
David V. Pomeranz is President and Chief Executive Officer of RiverSpring Living. He has spent nearly 40 years with the organization, starting in its transport department and working across therapeutic activities, adult day care, community services, operations, and administration before assuming the organization's top leadership role. He succeeded Daniel Reingold, who had served as President and CEO since 1990, following his father Jacob Reingold's earlier long tenure leading the organization.
Visit the official RiverSpring Living leadership page for the complete and most current leadership team.
Recent News, Growth, and Recognition
RiverSpring Living Breaks Ground on River's Edge, New York City's First Life Plan Community
In May 2026, RiverSpring Living broke ground on River's Edge, a 260-unit, $632.9 million luxury senior living development on its 32-acre Riverdale campus, described as New York City's first and only Life Plan Community. The project secured what was reported as the largest tax-exempt senior living bond financing of its kind, arranged by Ziegler and HJ Sims, with first residents expected in December 2028.
Read independent coverage from Multi-Housing News.
Weinberg Center for Elder Justice Expands Through New Partnership
In December 2025, RiverSpring Living's Weinberg Center for Elder Justice announced an expansion of its reach through a new partnership focused on elder abuse prevention and advocacy.
Read independent coverage from the Riverdale Press.
RiverSpring Living Residents Go Viral on Social Media
In December 2025, RiverSpring Living residents gained national attention after appearing on the "Old Friend Club" social media accounts, which garnered significant engagement and coverage.
Read independent coverage from the New York Post.
Golden Dreams Program Helps Resident Fulfill Skydiving Dream
In December 2025, RiverSpring Living's Golden Dreams program helped resident Carol Weingrod fulfill a long-held dream of skydiving, part of the organization's ongoing effort to support residents' personal aspirations.
Read independent coverage from the Riverdale Press.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RiverSpring Living? RiverSpring Living is a nonprofit senior care organization founded in 1917, operating a 32-acre campus in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, New York, offering active adult living, independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
Where is RiverSpring Living located? RiverSpring Living is located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, New York.
Who owns RiverSpring Living? RiverSpring Living is a nonprofit organization. David V. Pomeranz serves as President and CEO, having succeeded Daniel Reingold, who led the organization from 1990 to his succession.
How many communities does RiverSpring Living operate? Senior Care Finder's directory lists 3 RiverSpring Living communities, all located on the organization's single 32-acre Riverdale campus.
What care options does RiverSpring Living offer? RiverSpring Living offers active adult living, independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with a Life Plan Community (River's Edge) currently under development and expected to open in December 2028.
Was RiverSpring Living previously known by a different name? Yes. RiverSpring Living was founded in 1917 as The Hebrew Home and was renamed RiverSpring Living in 2021.
What is River's Edge? River's Edge is a 260-unit Life Plan Community under development on RiverSpring Living's Riverdale campus, described as New York City's first and only Life Plan Community, with occupancy expected in December 2028.
What do reviews say about RiverSpring Living? Recurring themes include attentive staff and a strong sense of community. Families should review recent, community-specific feedback for the specific building they are considering.
How much does RiverSpring Living cost? Pricing varies by building, unit type, and level of care. Families should contact RiverSpring Living directly for current pricing.
How can families find a RiverSpring Living community? Families can browse RiverSpring Living communities through Senior Care Finder's listings or through the organization's own website.
Explore RiverSpring Living Communities
Comparing individual RiverSpring Living buildings is the best way to understand what a specific listing actually offers, since care levels vary across the organization's Riverdale campus. Explore RiverSpring Living communities on Senior Care Finder for current listings, ratings, and details.
Services, pricing, availability, and resident experience can vary meaningfully from one RiverSpring Living building to the next.
RiverSpring Living is a paid Senior Care Finder partner. Partner status does not replace the need for families to independently evaluate individual communities, services, pricing, licensing information, and recent reviews.
Company information, leadership details, programs, recognition, and news were reviewed using publicly available sources. Information last reviewed August 2026.
