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Sunrise of East Meadow

Senior living in East Meadow, 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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Address1555 Glenn Curtiss Blvd, East Meadow, NY 11554
Care offeredAssisted living, Memory care
Licensed beds107
Enhanced assisted living beds107
Memory care beds26
Google rating4.4 stars from 42 reviews
Regulated byNew York State Department of Health
Operator on the licenseGWC - East Meadow, Inc.

Overview

Sunrise of East Meadow is located at 1555 Glenn Curtiss Blvd in East Meadow, Nassau County. The community holds a 4.4 rating from 42 Google reviews. It provides 107 licensed beds, with 26 dedicated to memory care. Families often wonder how to successfully place in assisted living. When choosing a community, consider the 4 things to look for in a Long Island assisted living community.

Sunrise offers both assisted living and memory care options. The setting is close to everyday needs, with Front Market & Caribbean Store just 0.6 miles away and Lidl at 0.8 miles. Parks such as Eisenhower Park Playground are only 0.8 miles from the doors. Learn more about senior living options in Nassau County and assisted living Nassau County.

From Mike’s Long Island guide

Sunrise is a standard setter for all types of Senior Living, including Memory Care. Sunrise provides care for seniors with dementia, and also supports the increasing physical needs that often accompany advancing cognitive decline. This community is located in East Meadow, convenient to major roads, medical institutions, and several residential areas in Nassau County.

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

Care levels and what the license tells you

The license lists 107 enhanced assisted living beds, meaning residents can stay as their care needs grow. There are also 26 special-needs memory care beds, New York’s category for licensed dementia care. The total bed count shows the community is mid-size, offering a close-knit feel. For details on memory care services see the program description.

Apartments, dining and daily life

Residents live in studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments that include safety-focused bathrooms and emergency alerts. Meals are prepared by a chef and served in a bistro that offers grab-and-go snacks, plus a private dining room for celebrations. A calendar of music, fitness, art and learning classes keeps life active. Read about what to expect when moving into a senior living community and explore ways to pay for assisted living for budgeting help.

Apartment Options

  • Studio units start at $6,400+ per month
  • One-Bedroom suites for individuals
  • Two-Bedroom suites for couples or friends
  • Companion suites for added support

Dining Highlights

  • Chef-crafted cuisine with fresh ingredients
  • Bistro offering grab-and-go snacks
  • Private dining room for special events
  • Tableside menu technology for personalized meals

Lifestyle & Activities

  • Music, fitness, art and learning programs
  • Excursions to local attractions and entertainment
  • Memory care programs follow best practices memory care in Nassau County
  • Free senior living advisor can guide your search free senior living advisor

Safety and security

Each suite has an emergency response system and fire alerts. Staff provide 24-hour personalized care and coordinate health services through Sunrise CareConnect. If you notice any of the 10 signs you should consider assisted living, act promptly.

Cost

The community lists a starting studio price of $6,400+ per month, as shown on its website. Pricing is personalized; the care level you need is added to the apartment cost, and extra services such as medication management may have separate fees.

Location and what is nearby

Nassau University Medical Center is 1.2 miles away, Mercy Hospital 3.6 miles, and NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island 3.9 miles. The Westbury, Hempstead and Carle Place LIRR stations are each 2.6 miles from the community. Nearby parks include Eisenhower Park Playground and Lannin House, both 0.8 miles away. For quick answers see the frequently asked questions.

Hospitals and train stations

Area map of Sunrise of East Meadow with the nearest hospitals and LIRR stations

Hospitals

  1. 1Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow1.2 mi
  2. 2Mercy Hospital, Rockville Centre3.6 mi
  3. 3NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island, Mineola3.9 mi

LIRR stations

  1. 4Westbury2.6 mi
  2. 5Hempstead2.6 mi
  3. 6Carle Place2.6 mi

Parks, shops and places of worship close by

Close-up map of Sunrise of East Meadow with nearby parks, shops, pharmacies and places of worship

Parks

  1. 7Eisenhower Park Playground0.8 mi
  2. 8Lannin House, Eisenhower Park0.8 mi

Groceries

  1. 9Front Market & Caribbean Store0.6 mi
  2. 10Stew Leonard's0.7 mi
  3. 11Lidl0.8 mi

Pharmacies

  1. 12EBM PHARMACY & SURGICAL0.4 mi
  2. 13Goodness Pharmacy0.8 mi

Places of worship

  1. 14Holy Trinity Orthodox Church0.4 mi
  2. 15Iglesia Pentecostal Jesus Es0.7 mi
  3. 16Congregation Shaarei Zedek of East Meadow1.0 mi

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Mike explains: choosing and paying for care

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Common questions

What types of care are offered at Sunrise of East Meadow?

The community provides assisted living and a licensed memory care program with 26 dedicated beds.

How many residents can live there?

The license allows up to 107 residents, giving a moderate community size.

What medical services are nearby?

Nassau University Medical Center is just 1.2 miles away, with Mercy Hospital and NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island within 4 miles.

Is transportation easy?

Three LIRR stations, Westbury, Hempstead and Carle Place, are each 2.6 miles from the site, making train travel convenient.

What activities keep residents engaged?

Programs include music, fitness, art, learning classes and outings to local attractions. You may also read about 5 factors often overlooked when searching for a senior community for more ideas.

How can I get free help with placement?

Mike McClernon offers free senior placement advice and can walk you through the process.

Compare nearby communities

The Bristal East MeadowEast Meadow, about 0.3 miles away, 22 memory care beds Island Assisted LivingHempstead, about 1.5 miles away The Bristal at Garden CityGarden City, about 2.3 miles away, 44 memory care beds Village Green Assisted LivingLevittown, about 2.4 miles away, 46 memory care beds

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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