Inside Long Island's 90+ Senior Living Communities (Local Expert Guide)
Get the insider's perspective on Long Island's senior housing market from local expert Mike McClernon. This overview breaks down the full landscape: 90+ senior...
Suffolk County
Assisted Living in Suffolk County, NY
Suffolk County's assisted living landscape offers families a wide range of options, from the bustling western towns of Huntington and Babylon to the quieter eastern communities of Riverhead and the Hamptons. With generally lower costs than Nassau County and a more suburban feel, Suffolk County is home to many excellent communities. Mike McClernon helps Suffolk County families navigate their options at no charge.
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SayvilleBrightview Senior Living - SayvilleThe very respected regional company Brightview Senior Living has built a new Independent Living community in the active South Shore town of Sayville. The modern design of the common spaces, activity rooms, gym, restaurant, and the beautiful lobby will make you proud to bring family and friends alike for visits.Assisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile 
NesconsetAmber Court of Smithtown, ALPThis community is one of the few on Long Island that accept NY State Medicaid for some of the costs of residency at the community. It features an expanded Wellness Department, with visiting physicians and other health professionals in-house every day. There is a lovely outdoor gathering space, and well as indoor activity areas.Assisted livingALP: accepts community MedicaidSee the full profile 
East NorthportBirchwood SuitesBirchwood Suites sits on a quiet road in East Northport. Families can learn how to successfully place in assisted living.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
HoltsvilleThe Bristal at HoltsvilleThe Bristal at Holtsville offers a comfortable setting for seniors in Suffolk County. Families often read how to successfully place in assisted living for guidance. The memory care on Long Island program helps those with Alzheimer’s stay safe.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
PatchogueAtria PatchogueAtria Patchogue sits at 131 East Main Street in the heart of Patchogue, Suffolk County. Families often ask about how to place your loved one in assisted living when they start looking for care.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
Mount SinaiThe Bristal Mt. SinaiThis is the newest in the group of Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities built and managed by the Bristal Assisted Living organization. The Bristal’s locations are all built as first-class buildings with elegant surrounding and top-quality care. Known for their cuisine, this new location in Mt.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
Port Jefferson StationBrightview Port Jefferson StationBrightview Port Jefferson Station sits on Route 112 in Port Jefferson Station, Suffolk County. You can read how to successfully place in assisted living and learn discussing placement into assisted living with your parents before touring.Assisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile 
MelvilleBrandywine Huntington Station by MonarchThe Brandywine company is a respected provider of senior living in the Mid-Atlantic states, and their Melville location boasts Assisted Living and Memory Care buildings, in addition to a popular Independent Living community. This community’s independent apartments are spacious and sunny and include full kitchens.Assisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile 
West BabylonThe Bristal at West BabylonThe Bristal at West Babylon sits on Montauk Highway in West Babylon. Families can explore assisted living options in Suffolk County assisted living options in Suffolk County when they start their search.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
GreenportPeconic LandingPeconic Landing sits on Brecknock Road in the waterfront town of Greenport. The community is just a mile from Norman E. Klipp Marine Park and a short walk to local shops, giving residents easy access to the sea and village life.Assisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile 
YaphankChelsea Senior Living at BrookhavenThis is a beautiful new community, just opened in 2021. The site of this community is one of its greatest assets, it is built as part of an exceptionally large development which includes standard apartments and condominiums, stores, recreation facilities, restaurants, shops, this is truly a miniature town!Assisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile 
Lake RonkonkomaAtria Hertlin PlaceThis modern community is set on fourteen tranquil acres. Enjoy morning walks with your pet around the grounds, there are walking paths throughout. The community serves restaurant style meals in their dining room, and the apartments are furnished with modern kitchens, too.Independent livingSee the full profile Show all 53 communities in Suffolk County
Huntington StationSunrise of HuntingtonSunrise of Huntington provides Assisted Living Suffolk County and memory care in Huntington Station, Suffolk County.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
CoramAll American Assisted LivingThis new Community, open just one month, is upbeat, simple, and very affordable. Most of the rooms are three room, two bed, two bath suites shared by two people, each with private bedrooms. All American has a special focus on mobility and exercise and are one of the only Assisted/Memory Communities to include guided individualize exercise as part of their ev…Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
SmithtownBenchmark Whisper WoodsThis community offers a wide variety of activities for seniors. Their Assisted Living features ‘All Day Dining,” a unique feature of Benchmark communities. There are lectures, trips, and a very full slate of daily activities, which include art, crafts, music, exercise, movies, and parties.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
Huntington StationAtria HuntingtonAtria Huntington provides forward-thinking assisted living care for seniors who need support forward-thinking assisted living care. The community sits on a quiet campus at 165 Beverly Rd, close to shops and parks.Assisted livingSee the full profile 
CentereachVillages at South SetauketThis community offers Independent Living in a building separate from Assisted Living. Although the two types of accommodations share many aspects, the Independent residents have their own activities, dining, and building. This separation helps residents at Atria South Setauket’s Independent Living build their friendships with more active people, which are th…Assisted livingIndependent livingSee the full profile 
MedfordBraemar Living, ALPBraemar at Medford provides Assisted Living. This community is one of the few in Suffolk County to accept New York Medicaid as a payment source for the Care portion of a resident’s charges. They offer on-site therapies, 24-hour emergency supervision and support, and physician’s offices in the building.Assisted livingALP: accepts community MedicaidSee the full profile 
SmithtownSunrise of SmithtownSunrise of Smithtown sits at 30 NY-111 in Smithtown, Suffolk County. Families often start by reading how to successfully place in assisted living to learn the steps. They also find it helpful to read discussing placement into assisted living with your parents for conversation tips.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
CommackThe Fay Linder Residences at GurwinThe Fay Linder Residences at Gurwin sit in the heart of Commack and welcome seniors who need assisted living or memory care. Families often read about how to successfully place in assisted living when they start their search.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
East NorthportBristal East NorthportThis beautiful Community in East Northport is nearing completion on a multi-million dollar interior renovation. Well before other Assisted and Memory Communities would even start planning for new carpeting and other furnishings, the Bristal organization is painting, papering, installing new carpeting, replacing furniture, and renovating the already attractiv…Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
WesthamptonThe Villa at WesthamptonThe Villa’s goal is to allow residents to live a healthy and upbeat life, unburdened by the work and expense of managing a home or apartment. The community provides Assistance with the Activities of Daily Living as needed. The atmosphere is warm and loving.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
East SetauketSunrise of East SetauketSunrise of East Setauket sits on Route 25A in Suffolk County. The community offers assisted living and memory care. Families can learn how to successfully place in assisted living and memory care and see forward-thinking care for your elderly loved one here.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
HolbrookSunrise of HolbrookSunrise of Holbrook sits on Patchogue-Holbrook Road in the heart of Suffolk County. Families often read How to Successfully Place in Assisted Living and Memory Care to learn the steps, and Mike has written about Challenges of Placing Couples with Different Needs into Senior Living and how they can be addressed.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
PatchogueMcPeak's Assisted LivingMcPeak's Assisted Living is a small community in Patchogue, Suffolk County. Families often look for Assisted Living: Forward-Thinking Care for Your Elderly Loved One and check the 4 Things to Look for in a Long Island Assisted Living Community before touring. The facility appears in the Assisted Living Suffolk County listings.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
Lake RonkonkomaAmber Court on the LakeAmber Court on the Lake sits on the shore of Lake Ronkonkoma in Suffolk County. Families looking for senior housing Long Island find a setting near water and parks. The community also provides memory care in Suffolk County as part of its services.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
CommackArtis Senior Living of CommackArtis Senior Living of Commack sits on Jericho Turnpike in the heart of Suffolk County. Families looking for memory care in Suffolk County find a quiet setting close to parks and shops, and they can also explore senior housing long island for nearby options.Memory careSee the full profile 
Bay ShoreAtria Bay ShoreAtria Bay Shore sits at 53 Ocean Ave in Bay Shore, New York. The community is close to the Bay Shore LIRR station and the south shore beach. Families often start their search with a senior living advisor on Long Island and explore the area in the senior living on the south shore.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
East NorthportAtria East NorthportAtria East Northport offers a welcoming setting for seniors in East Northport. Mike works as a senior living advisor on Long Island who helps families compare options.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
BabylonBabylon Beach HouseBabylon Beach House is an assisted living community in Babylon, Suffolk County, New York. Families often start with a Senior Living Advisor Long Island and compare options on Senior Housing Long Island and Assisted Living Suffolk County.Assisted livingSee the full profile 
NesconsetOlsen Rest HomeOlsen Rest Home is an assisted living community in Nesconset, Suffolk County. It sits on Gibbs Pond Road close to parks and shopping. Families often ask about assisted living in Suffolk County before they tour.Assisted livingSee the full profile 
Center MorichesSouth Bay Adult HomeSouth Bay Adult Home sits in a quiet part of Center Moriches. It is a small state licensed 39 bed home that feels like a family owned place. Families often ask Senior Living Advisor Long Island for help, and the community is listed in Assisted Living Suffolk County.Assisted livingALP: accepts community MedicaidSee the full profile 
HuntingtonSt. Joseph's Home for the AgedJoseph's Home for the Aged is a faith based assisted living community in Huntington, Suffolk County. Families can talk with a free senior living advisor to learn about options.Assisted livingSee the full profile 
Dix HillsSunrise of Dix HillsSunrise of Dix Hills is a senior living community in Dix Hills, Suffolk County. Families looking for senior housing options can explore Senior Housing Long Island.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
West BabylonSunrise of West BabylonSunrise of West Babylon sits on Montauk Highway in West Babylon. Families can talk with a free senior living advisor to see if the community matches their needs.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
BohemiaThe Arbors at BohemiaThe Arbors at Bohemia sits on Smithtown Avenue in Bohemia, New York. It is close to the Oakdale LIRR station and a short drive to local parks. Families often read Senior Living South Shore of Long Island for local options.Assisted livingSee the full profile 
HauppaugeThe Arbors at HauppaugeThe Arbors at Hauppauge is an assisted living community in Hauppauge Suffolk County. It sits at 1740 Express Drive South and serves families looking for care close to home. Families often explore assisted living in Suffolk County and talk to a senior living advisor long island about options.Assisted livingSee the full profile 
IslandiaThe Arbors at Islandia EastThe Arbors at Islandia East sits on Veterans Memorial Highway in Islandia. Mike McClernon works as a Senior Living Advisor Long Island who helps families find the right fit.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
IslandiaThe Arbors at Islandia WestThe Arbors at Islandia West sits on Veterans Memorial Highway in Islandia, Suffolk County. Families often explore assisted living in Suffolk County to compare options, and they can also talk with a senior living advisor on Long Island for free help.Assisted livingSee the full profile 
Lake GroveThe Bristal at Lake GroveThe Bristal at Lake Grove sits on Middle Country Road in the heart of Lake Grove. Families often start their search with a Senior Living Advisor Long Island and look at Senior Housing Long Island for options, while many also consider the Senior Living South Shore for its convenient location.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile 
SayvilleThe Bristal at SayvilleThe Bristal at Sayville sits on the South Shore of Long Island, just steps from Main Street shops and the waterfront. Families often start with a senior living advisor long island and enjoy the local vibe described in the senior living south shore of Long Island.Assisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Lake RonkonkomaHidden GemHidden Gem is a small memory-care community in Lake Ronkonkoma, Suffolk County, offering memory care servicesmemory care services and joining senior living on the South Shore of Long Islandsenior living on the South Shore.Memory careSee the full profile BabylonBayview Rest HomeBayview Rest Home is a small assisted living community in the heart of Babylon. Families often start by speaking with a free senior living advisor on Long Island to understand options and also explore assisted living in Suffolk County.Assisted livingSee the full profile BrentwoodBrentwood Adult HomeBrentwood Adult Home sits at 147 Second Avenue in Brentwood, NY, just a short walk from the Brentwood LIRR station. Families often start their search with the Senior Living Advisor Long Island and look for Assisted living in Suffolk County options.Assisted livingSee the full profile Port Jefferson StationEcho Arms Adult HomeEcho Arms Adult Home is a small adult home in Port Jefferson Station, one of the choices for assisted living in Suffolk County. It provides care for seniors who need help with daily activities and fits within the broader Senior housing Long Island market.Assisted livingSee the full profile Central IslipElmore Home for AdultsElmore Home for Adults sits on Elmore Street in Central Islip. Families can get guidance from a Senior Living Advisor Long Island and find common questions in the Frequently Asked Questions page.Assisted livingSee the full profile East NorthportFairlawn Adult HomeFairlawn Adult Home sits at 301 Eighth Avenue in East Northport. It is a small community focused assisted living home. Families can connect with a free senior living advisor and explore senior housing options on Long Island.Assisted livingSee the full profile PatchogueGables Home for AdultsGables Home for Adults is a small adult home on Rider Avenue in Patchogue, and a senior living advisor on Long Island can tell you how it compares. It appears in the Assisted Living Suffolk County guide for families searching the area.Assisted livingSee the full profile Huntington StationManor Haven Adult HomeManor Haven Adult Home is a small assisted living community in Huntington Station, Suffolk County. It is one of the smaller choices for assisted living in Suffolk County, and a senior living advisor on Long Island can help families compare it with nearby homes.Assisted livingSee the full profile West SayvilleMaple Rest HomeMaple Rest Home is a small assisted living community in West Sayville, Suffolk County. Families can see Assisted Living Suffolk County for nearby options.Assisted livingSee the full profile HuntingtonMaryville Assisted LivingMaryville Assisted Living sits at 70 Greenlawn Road in Huntington, Suffolk County. Families can talk with a senior living advisor to learn more about the community and its assisted living options. The building is listed as an assisted living long island community.Assisted livingSee the full profile IslipPearl Garden ManorPearl Garden Manor is an assisted living community in Islip, Suffolk County. Families can explore assisted living in Suffolk County and see other senior housing options on Long Island.Assisted livingSee the full profile HolbrookSachem Adult HomeSachem Adult Home sits at 1298 Coates Avenue in Holbrook, Suffolk County. It provides assisted living for seniors who need help with daily tasks. Families often start by looking at Assisted living in Suffolk County and Senior housing that accepts Medicaid to see if the community fits their budget and care goals.Assisted livingALP: accepts community MedicaidSee the full profile How Mike McClernon Helps Families
As a certified senior living advisor with Assisted Living Locators, Mike McClernon works directly with families across Long Island to simplify what can be an overwhelming process. His services include:
- Free needs assessment, Understanding your loved one's medical, social, and financial needs
- Personalized community matching, Identifying facilities that fit your family's specific requirements
- Tour coordination, Scheduling and accompanying you on facility visits
- Cost comparison, Helping you understand pricing, insurance, and Medicaid options
- Transition support, Guiding you through move-in and adjustment periods
There is no cost to families for Mike's services. He is compensated by the communities, so you get unbiased guidance at no charge.
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Common questions
How much does assisted living cost in Suffolk County?
Suffolk County assisted living generally ranges from $4,500 to $11,000 per month, which is typically somewhat lower than Nassau County. Costs vary based on the level of care needed, apartment size, and community amenities. Eastern Suffolk tends to offer lower pricing than western Suffolk communities closer to Nassau. Mike can provide detailed cost comparisons for communities that match your needs.
What Suffolk County towns have the most assisted living options?
The greatest concentration of assisted living communities in Suffolk County is found in Huntington, Commack, Hauppauge, Smithtown, and the Islip area. However, options exist throughout the county. Mike's knowledge of all Suffolk County communities ensures he can find options in whatever area your family prefers.
Can I find assisted living near public transportation in Suffolk County?
Yes, several Suffolk County assisted living communities are located near Long Island Rail Road stations, particularly in Huntington, Babylon, Bay Shore, and Patchogue. Many communities also provide their own transportation services for medical appointments and shopping. Mike considers transportation access when making recommendations.
Are there any affordable assisted living options in Suffolk County?
Suffolk County has several options for families on a tighter budget, including communities that accept Medicaid through the Assisted Living Program (ALP) and adult homes that provide a lower-cost alternative to traditional assisted living. Mike specializes in finding communities that fit your budget without compromising on quality of care.
Explore other types of senior living
Assisted Living
Personal care and support with daily activities, while keeping independence.
Assisted living on Long IslandMemory Care
Secure, structured communities for people living with Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Memory care on Long IslandIndependent Living
Maintenance-free living with a social community for active seniors.
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