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Maple Pointe by Chelsea Senior Living
Senior living in Rockville Centre, Nassau 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 nearbyAddress260 Maple Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
ServicesAssisted living, Memory care
Beds123 (83 assisted living, 40 memory care)
Google rating4.6 stars from 129 reviews
Licensed byNew York State Department of Health as The Glen at Maple Pointe
PetsPet-friendly environment.
Photos from the community’s own website.
Overview
Maple Pointe by Chelsea Senior Living sits in Rockville Centre, a convenient spot on Long Island’s Senior Living South Shore of Long Island. The community has a 4.6 rating from 129 Google reviews, which Assisted Living Nassau County highlights as a strong local option.
Maple Pointe offers Assisted Living and Memory Care for seniors who need help with daily activities or specialized dementia support. Families can learn How to Successfully Place in Assisted Living and Memory Care to make the transition smoother.
From Mike’s Long Island guide
The Chelsea at Maple Pointe offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in a caring, homelike environment. Residents are encouraged to exercise both their bodies and minds on a daily basis during our lifestyle activities. This community features several bus trips throughout the week, including two days to run errands to the local post office, library, banks, and doctors offices. Frequent outings allow your loved one to maintain independence in a safe and worry-free setting.
Maple Pointe also takes frequent trips to local restaurants and the bowling alley. When the weather is nice, residents can often be found enjoying the patio and courtyard.
Maple Pointe offers Memory Care in a secure part of the building. Seniors living with dementia receive care from specially trained staff, and all activities are designed to help those with cognitive difficulties be successful and supported.
One additional feature of this community is that they offer a limited number of Medicaid funded beds. The residents using Medicaid to fund some of the costs at Maple Pointe are typically longer term Maple Pointe residents who ‘spend down’ in anticipation of gaining Medicaid eligibility. Gaining direct admission using Medicaid is not the typical method of entry, and Medicaid is not typically used to fund care for people needing specialized dementia related services. But seniors started out in private pay Assisted Living may be able to eventually switch to Medicaid for some costs. Maple Pointe is one of the few facilities on the South Shore that offer this option
Published in Mike McClernon’s guide: Senior Living South Shore of Long Island
This community, managed by the respected company Chelsea Senior Living, offers Memory Care in a separate, secured area. Maple Pointe has the important Enhanced and Special Needs licenses, so important in allowing seniors and seniors with cognitive difficulties to age in place.
Published in Mike McClernon’s guide: Trusted Memory Care in Nassau County
Care levels
The community has 123 total beds, with 83 for Assisted Living and 40 in a secure Memory Care area. For families wondering What to Expect When Moving into a Senior Living Community, the mix of care levels means residents can stay as their needs change. If you are placing a couple with different care needs, read about the Challenges of Placing Couples with Different Needs into Senior Living for guidance.
Apartments, dining and daily life
Residents live in spacious en-suite apartments with weekly laundry and linen service. Meals are served three times daily in a restaurant-style setting, and there is an in-residence dining option for those who prefer to eat in their apartment. The secure Memory Care wing follows a daily schedule of music, games, and outings, which Trusted Memory Care in Nassau County describes as engaging. Pricing varies by level of care and personal needs; families can explore Ways to Pay for Assisted Living to understand options.
Dining
- Three restaurant-inspired meals
- Private dining room
- In-residence dining option
Apartments
- Spacious en suite apartments
Community spaces
- Resident computers
- Free wireless internet
- Multimedia areas
- Walking path
- Bright and airy sunroom
- Game & activities room
- Community gardens
- Beautifully-maintained courtyard
- Spacious and relaxing common areas
- Sunroom
Activities
- Happy Hour daily
- Vibrant activities calendar
- Themed parties
- Planned group outings
- Live entertainment
- Spiritual services
- Public town events
Services and care
- Housekeeping weekly
- Laundry and Linen services
- Full-time Registered Nurse
- 24-hour emergency response system
- On-site physical therapy
- Beauty/barber salon
- Concierge services
- Medical appointment scheduling
- Pharmacy services
- Preventative health screenings
Transportation and parking
- Transportation services
- Free parking
As listed on the community’s own website. Ask Mike what is included in the rent.
Safety and security
The community provides 24-hour emergency response and a full-time RN to monitor health needs. Memory Care staff use specialized communication methods such as Redirection: A Communication Technique Used in Memory Care to calm residents. Mike notes that working with a senior living advisor can clarify choices, as explained in What Value Does a Senior Living Advisor Bring to Your Family.
Cost
Maple Pointe does not publish a flat rate; costs depend on the level of care, apartment size, and services used. Families can discuss pricing details with the community and also review Senior Living Nassau County for regional cost comparisons.
Location and what is nearby
The community is 0.6 mi from Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital, 0.7 mi from the Rockville Centre LIRR station, and near Veterans Park (0.2 mi) and Associated Supermarkets (0.1 mi). For more details on transportation and nearby amenities, see the Frequently Asked Questions page.
Hospitals and train stations
Hospitals
- 0Mount Sinai South Nassau, Oceanside0.6 mi
- 0Mercy Hospital, Rockville Centre2.1 mi
- 0Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, Valley Stream3.2 mi
LIRR stations
- 0Rockville Centre0.7 mi
- 0Baldwin1.3 mi
- 0East Rockaway1.8 mi
Parks, shops and places of worship close by
Parks
- 0Veterans Park0.2 mi
- 0Lofts Pond Park0.7 mi
- 0Silver Lake Park1.1 mi
Groceries
- 0Associated Supermarkets of Rockville Centre0.1 mi
Pharmacies
- 0CVS Pharmacy0.3 mi
- 0Rockville Centre Pharmacy0.8 mi
Places of worship
- 0Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Rockville Centre0.2 mi
- 0Rockville Centre Spanish Seventh Day Adventist Church0.5 mi
- 0St Agnes Cathedral0.7 mi
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Common questions
What types of care does Maple Pointe provide?
Maple Pointe offers Assisted Living and a secure Memory Care unit for residents with dementia.
How many residents can live at Maple Pointe?
Mike notes the community has 123 total beds, with 83 for Assisted Living and 40 dedicated Memory Care beds.
What daily activities are available for residents?
Residents can join happy hour, themed parties, music sessions, games, outings to local restaurants and a bowling alley, and enjoy the courtyard.
Does Maple Pointe accept Medicaid?
No, the community is not an Assisted Living Program and does not accept Medicaid for care costs.
How can I schedule a tour of Maple Pointe?
Contact Mike McClernon for a free, no-obligation tour and personalized placement assistance.
How can I get free help from a senior living advisor?
Mike McClernon offers free placement services to families, helping you compare options and navigate paperwork at no cost.
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Sources: New York State Department of Health facility registries, Google Maps, 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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