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Atria East Northport
Senior living in East Northport, Suffolk County. The public facts, the state license, and what is nearby, from a local advisor who helps Long Island families for free.
Call Mike: (516) 254-9481 See what is nearbyAddress10 Cheshire Place, East Northport, NY 11731
ServicesAssisted living, Memory care
Beds200
Licensed byNew York State Department of Health
Photos from the community’s own website.
Overview
Atria 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.
The campus sits on a historic former school building surrounded by 12 acres of green space. Families can find the right senior housing by reviewing local listings.
Care levels
The community provides assisted living and memory care, so families can choose the level that fits their loved one’s needs. You can explore assisted living options in Suffolk County for details on daily support. For specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia help, see memory care communities in Suffolk County. Atria East Northport is licensed for 200 beds, indicating a midsize residence.
Apartments, dining and daily life
Residents enjoy apartments with full kitchenettes, individual thermostat control and walk in showers. The living spaces align with independent living options for active seniors, giving flexibility. Dining includes a bistro, cocktail lounge and private dining room, while memory care services provide 24 hour staff and a dementia support group. The schedule features walking challenges, museum outings and live entertainment to keep life active.
Dining
- Bistro Dining
- Cocktail Lounge
- Private Dining Room
Apartments
- Individual Thermostat Control
- Full Kitchenette
- Walk In Shower
- Utilities Included
- Apartment Maintenance
Community spaces
- Resident Garden
- Community Library
- Movie Theater
- Fitness Center
- Outdoor Courtyard
Activities
- Walking challenges
- Museum outings
- Book clubs
- Live entertainment
Services and care
- 24 Hour Staff
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Support Group
- Concierge Service
- Emergency Alert System
- Community Laundry Service
- Volunteer Programs
- Vegetarian Options
- 3 Chef Prepared Meals Per Day
- On Site Worship Services
- Salon & Spa
Transportation and parking
- Resident Parking
- Scheduled Bus and Sedan Transportation
As listed on the community’s own website. Ask Mike what is included in the rent.
Safety and security
A 24 hour staff and an emergency alert system help keep residents safe day and night. An Alzheimer’s and dementia support group offers additional reassurance. Families can learn more about senior living on the north shore of Long Island for regional safety resources.
Apartments and pricing
| Apartment | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Studio | $7,245 / month |
| One Bedroom | $7,345 / month |
| Shared Suite | $6,945 / month |
| Memory Care Studio | $10,545 / month |
| Memory Care One Bedroom | $13,445 / month |
| Memory Care Shared Suite | $7,545 / month |
Starting prices as published by the community. Care charges are extra. Mike can tell you the current rates and what is included.
The community lists starting prices of $7,245 per month for an assisted living studio, $7,345 for a one bedroom, and $6,945 for a shared suite, as published on its website. Memory care starts at $10,545 for a studio, $13,445 for a one bedroom, and $7,545 for a shared suite. Families can see how much does independent living cost on Long Island and explore ways to pay for assisted living for budgeting help.
Location and what is nearby
Huntington Hospital is 5.0 miles away and St Catherine of Siena Hospital is 5.3 miles away, providing quick medical access. The Northport LIRR station is just 0.5 miles from the community, making travel easy. Nearby parks such as John J. Walsh Memorial Park (0.2 miles) and Veterans Park (0.6 miles) offer outdoor strolls. Grocery options like Stop and Shop (1.4 miles) are within walking distance. Families can also explore senior living on the south shore of Long Island for additional regional amenities.
Hospitals and train stations
Hospitals
- 1Huntington Hospital, Huntington5.0 mi
- 2St Catherine of Siena Hospital, Smithtown5.3 mi
- 3Plainview Hospital, Plainview10.8 mi
LIRR stations
- 4Northport0.5 mi
- 5Greenlawn2.2 mi
- 6Kings Park3.5 mi
Parks, shops and places of worship close by
Parks
- 7John J. Walsh Memorial Park0.2 mi
- 8Veterans Park0.6 mi
- 9William Byrne Memorial Park (Clay Pitts Park)0.9 mi
Groceries
- 10Stop and Shop1.4 mi
- 11Giunta's Meat Farms1.6 mi
- 12Southdown Marketplace1.7 mi
Pharmacies
- 13CVS Pharmacy2.3 mi
- 14Walgreens2.4 mi
Places of worship
- 15Union Church0.1 mi
- 16Saint Anthony Padua Roman Catholic Church0.1 mi
- 17East Northport Christian Church0.6 mi
Mike explains: choosing and paying for care
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Common questions
What levels of care are offered at Atria East Northport?
The community offers assisted living and memory care, giving families two options to match their loved one’s needs.
How many residents can live at Atria East Northport?
It is licensed for 200 beds, which indicates a midsize community.
What dining choices are available?
Residents can choose from a bistro, a cocktail lounge or a private dining room, with three chef prepared meals each day.
What kinds of activities are scheduled?
The schedule includes walking challenges, museum outings, book clubs and live entertainment.
How can families manage the cost of care?
Pricing starts at $7,245 per month for assisted living studios. Families can learn does Medicaid pay for assisted living and explore payment options.
How do I get free help from Mike McClernon?
Mike McClernon provides free senior placement advice. You can contact the senior living advisor on Long Island to start the conversation.
Compare nearby communities
Fairlawn Adult HomeEast Northport, about 0.4 miles away: assisted living
Birchwood SuitesEast Northport, about 1.2 miles away: assisted living, memory care
St. Joseph's Home for the AgedHuntington, about 2.2 miles away: assisted living
Bristal East NorthportEast Northport, about 2.6 miles away: assisted living, memory care
Part of Mike’s guide to Assisted Living on Long Island.
Sources: New York State Department of Health facility registries, OpenStreetMap, and the community’s own website. Assisted Living Locators of Long Island is an independent advisor and is not the operator of this community.
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