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The Bristal at Garden City
Senior living in Garden City, 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 nearbyAddress1001 Axinn Ave, Garden City, NY 11530
ServicesAssisted living, Memory care
Beds144 (44 memory care)
Google rating4.3 stars from 66 reviews
Licensed byNew York State Department of Health
PetsYes, small pets are welcome provided the resident is able to take care of them.
Photos from the community’s own website.
Overview
The Bristal at Garden City sits at 1001 Axinn Avenue in Garden City, NY. It holds a 4.3 rating from 66 Google reviews. Families looking for senior options often start with Assisted Living Nassau County and appreciate the guidance of a local Senior Living Advisor Long Island.
The community blends private apartments with shared spaces, creating a warm environment for both independent and assisted residents. Those interested in memory support can explore the Memory Care program and see how it fits within Senior Living Nassau County.
From Mike’s Long Island guide
This is one of the Bristal’s newest communities, and as is typical in new communities the population in both Assisted and Memory tends to be slightly younger and less needy than communities that have a longer tenure. The apartments in Memory are all identical – all medium sized studios and are set up in a “figure 8” arrangement. The advantage of this design, of course, is that seniors with dementia have relatively long walkways but cannot get lost. An additional design element here are the two secure courtyards, reserved for the private use of the Memory Care area – both of which are inside the Figure 8 design.
Published in Mike McClernon’s guide: Trusted Memory Care in Nassau County
Care levels
The Bristal provides assisted living and a dedicated memory care neighborhood. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks while preserving personal choice. Memory care delivers a secure setting with staff trained for dementia needs. The community has 144 beds, and 44 of them are memory care beds, indicating a sizable but intimate setting. Families can review 4 Things to Look for in a Long Island Assisted Living Community for guidance.
Apartments, dining and daily life
Residents live in studio-style apartments that include a kitchenette and private bathroom. Meals are served three times daily in a country-club style dining room, with additional snacks available in the Bistro. A full calendar of fitness classes, cultural outings, and social events keeps life active. Mike notes that the memory care studios are arranged in a figure-8 layout with two secure courtyards, helping residents stay oriented. For touring tips, see 8 Tips for Touring a Senior Living Community and What to Expect When Moving into a Senior Living Community.
Dining
- Country Club-Style Dining Room
- Bistro
- Three chef-prepared meals
- Refreshments throughout the day
- Specialized diet accommodations
Apartments
- Apartment layout with kitchenette
- Private bathroom
- All utilities included
- Apartment maintenance
- Concierge Services
Community spaces
- Outdoor Terrace
- Private Dining Room
- Swimming Pool
- Putting Green
- Bocce Court
- Cinema
- Library
- Fitness Suite
- Wellness Center
Activities
- Daily programming calendar
- Live entertainment
- Cultural programs
- Social events
- Fitness classes
- Creative Arts Studio
Services and care
- 24-hour security
- On-site management
- Emergency response system
- Foresight Health Monitoring
- Fall Detection Platform
- Individualized Service Plans
- ADL assistance
Transportation and parking
- Scheduled transportation
- Resident parking
- Guest parking
As listed on the community’s own website. Ask Mike what is included in the rent.
Safety and security
The Bristal maintains 24-hour security and an on-site management team. Staff are available around the clock, and each apartment has an emergency response system. The community also uses the Foresite health monitoring platform to detect falls and health changes. For communication strategies in memory care, read about Redirection in Memory Care and learn about What is Sundowning and How Memory Care Can Help.
Apartments and pricing
| Apartment | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Studio | $8,000 per month |
Starting prices as published by the community. Care charges are extra. Mike can tell you the current rates and what is included.
Studio apartments start at $8,000 per month, as listed on the community’s pricing sheet. This figure reflects the base rate for a standard studio; additional services or larger layouts may adjust the price. Families looking for payment options can explore Ways to Pay for Assisted Living and How Seniors Pay for Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Location and what is nearby
The Bristal is 1.8 miles from NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island in Mineola, 3.0 miles from Nassau University Medical Center, and 3.8 miles from Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre. LIRR stations are nearby: Carle Place (0.7 mi), Westbury (1.5 mi) and Mineola (1.7 mi). Parks such as Charles J. Fuschillo Park (0.7 mi), Grove Park (1.0 mi) and Wilson Park (1.0 mi) offer green space. Grocery options include Whole Foods Market (0.2 mi) and Trader Joe’s (0.4 mi). For local memory-care resources, see Memory Care in Nassau County.
Hospitals and train stations
Hospitals
- 0NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island, Mineola1.8 mi
- 0Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow3.0 mi
- 0Mercy Hospital, Rockville Centre3.8 mi
LIRR stations
- 0Carle Place0.7 mi
- 0Westbury1.5 mi
- 0Mineola1.7 mi
Parks, shops and places of worship close by
Parks
- 0Charles J. Fuschillo Park0.7 mi
- 0Grove Park1.0 mi
- 0Wilson Park1.0 mi
Groceries
- 0Whole Foods Market0.2 mi
- 0Trader Joe's0.4 mi
Pharmacies
- 0CVS Pharmacy0.4 mi
- 0Walmart Pharmacy0.5 mi
Places of worship
- 0Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church0.7 mi
- 0Church in the Garden0.9 mi
- 0Assembleia de Deus Belém de Garden City0.9 mi
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Common questions
What types of care does The Bristal offer?
The community provides assisted living and a separate memory care neighborhood designed for residents with dementia.
How many residents can live there?
The Bristal has 144 beds total, with 44 dedicated to memory care.
What are the dining options?
Three chef-prepared meals are served each day in a country-club style dining room, and snacks are available throughout the day in the Bistro.
Is transportation available?
Scheduled transportation takes residents to local shops, parks, cultural venues and restaurants.
What safety features are in place?
The community offers 24-hour security, an emergency response system in each apartment, and a health-monitoring platform that alerts staff to falls.
How can I get free help with placement?
Mike McClernon provides free, local senior placement advice and can guide families through the selection process.
Compare nearby communities
The Bristal at WestburyWestbury, about 1.4 miles away: assisted living, memory care
The Bristal East MeadowEast Meadow, about 2.0 miles away: assisted living, memory care
Island Assisted Living, ALPHempstead, about 2.2 miles away: assisted living (ALP)
Sunrise of East MeadowEast Meadow, about 2.3 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, 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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