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Somerset Gardens by Chelsea Senior Living

Senior living in Plainview, Nassau County. The public facts, the state license, and what is nearby, from a local advisor who helps Long Island families for free.

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Address150 Sunnyside Blvd, Plainview, NY 11803
ServicesAssisted living, Memory care
Beds160 (30 memory care)
Google rating4.6 stars from 45 reviews
Licensed byNew York State Department of Health as Somerset Gardens
PetsPet-friendly accommodations
Somerset Gardens by Chelsea Senior Living Somerset Gardens by Chelsea Senior Living

Photos from the community’s own website.

Overview

Somerset Gardens is a warm community in Plainview, New York. Families often read about how to successfully place in assisted living and wonder about the challenges of placing couples with different needs before touring.

The campus offers assisted living and memory care in one setting. Residents benefit from forward-thinking care for elderly loved ones and dedicated memory care services.

From Mike’s Long Island guide

This community is conveniently located close to major roads in the eastern half of Nassau County. The Memory section of the building, called the Country Cottage, has its own secure outdoor space. The community can care for people who have cognitive difficulties accompanied by physical difficulties, such as the inability to walk or swallow easily.

Published in Mike McClernon’s guide: Trusted Memory Care in Nassau County

Care levels

Assisted living helps seniors stay independent while staff assist with daily tasks. Memory care provides secure spaces and specialized programming for those with dementia. The community has 160 beds total, and 30 of them are memory care beds, showing a midsize setting that can feel personal. Families in Nassau County can explore senior living in Nassau County and learn about assisted living Nassau County for more context.

Apartments, dining and daily life

Each resident lives in a private apartment with an en-suite bathroom and Wi-Fi. Meals are served three times a day in a restaurant-style dining room. The schedule includes happy hour, themed events, and outings. For quick answers, the community’s frequently asked questions page is helpful.

Dining

  • Three restaurant-style meals
  • Private dining room

Apartments

  • Spacious private apartments

Community spaces

  • Movie theater
  • Billiards room
  • Walking paths
  • Courtyards
  • Gardens

Activities

  • Daily happy hour
  • Themed events
  • Live entertainment
  • Planned outings
  • Health and wellness programs

Services and care

  • Full-time registered nurse
  • 24-hour emergency response
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Beauty salon
  • Barber services
  • Pet-friendly accommodations
  • Weekly housekeeping

Transportation and parking

  • Transportation services
  • Complimentary parking

As listed on the community’s own website. Ask Mike what is included in the rent.

Safety and security

Staff are on site 24 hours a day, and an emergency response system is in every apartment. The memory care wing, called the Country Cottage, has its own secure outdoor area. Families can read about what to expect when moving to feel more prepared.

Cost

Pricing is based on the level of care each resident needs and is discussed during the tour. For guidance on budgeting, see the article on ways to pay for assisted living.

Location and what is nearby

Somerset Gardens sits 1.5 mi from Plainview Hospital and 2.3 mi from Syosset Hospital. The Syosset LIRR station is 2.6 mi away, with Cold Spring Harbor and Hicksville stations nearby. Parks are within a mile, including Plainview Old Bethpage community park (0.8 mi) and Manetto Hills Park (1.0 mi). Grocery options such as Meyer’s Farm & Greenhouses (1.0 mi) and Lidl (1.2 mi) are also close. Learn more about memory care in Nassau County.

Hospitals and train stations

Area map of Somerset Gardens by Chelsea Senior Living with the nearest hospitals and LIRR stations

Hospitals

  1. 0Plainview Hospital, Plainview1.5 mi
  2. 0Syosset Hospital, Syosset2.3 mi

LIRR stations

  1. 0Syosset2.6 mi
  2. 0Cold Spring Harbor3.0 mi
  3. 0Hicksville3.6 mi

Parks, shops and places of worship close by

Close-up map of Somerset Gardens by Chelsea Senior Living with nearby parks, shops, pharmacies and places of worship

Parks

  1. 0Plainview Old Bethpage community park0.8 mi
  2. 0Manetto Hills Park1.0 mi

Groceries

  1. 0MEYER’S FARM & GREENHOUSES1.0 mi
  2. 0Lidl1.2 mi

Pharmacies

  1. 0Community Care Rx- An LTC Pharmacy0.1 mi
  2. 0Orphan Pharmacy Services0.1 mi

Places of worship

  1. 0Plainview Synagogue0.4 mi
  2. 0Manetto Hill Jewish Center0.5 mi
  3. 0Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses0.7 mi

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Common questions

What types of care does Somerset Gardens provide?

The community offers assisted living and memory care, each designed to match a family’s needs. For deeper insight, read about factors overlooked when searching for a senior community.

How many residents can live at Somerset Gardens?

The campus has 160 beds total, with 30 of them dedicated to memory care.

Are the apartments private?

Yes, each resident enjoys a private apartment with an en-suite bathroom and Wi-Fi.

What dining options are available?

Three restaurant-style meals are served each day, and special family meals can be arranged in a private dining room.

How does the community keep memory care residents safe?

Memory care residents live in the Country Cottage area, which has a secure outdoor space and 24-hour staff monitoring.

How can I get free help with placement?

Mike McClernon, a senior living advisor, offers free, no-obligation assistance to families. Contact the senior living advisor for personalized support.

Compare nearby communities

Orchard Estate of WoodburyWoodbury, about 0.9 miles away: assisted living, memory care Sunrise of PlainviewPlainview, about 1.4 miles away: assisted living, memory care The Residences at PlainviewPlainview, about 1.6 miles away: independent living The Bristal at BethpageBethpage, about 2.6 miles away: assisted living, memory care

Part of Mike’s guide to Memory Care in Nassau County.

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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