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The Bristal at North Woodmere
Senior living in Valley Stream, 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 nearbyAddress477 Hungry Harbor Rd, Valley Stream, NY 11581
Care offeredAssisted living, Memory care, Independent living
Licensed beds155
Google rating4.8 stars from 92 reviews
Regulated byNew York State Department of Health
Operator on the licenseHungry Harbor Care LLC
Overview
The Bristal at North Woodmere sits on a quiet lake in Valley Stream, Nassau County. It blends a calm setting with easy access to nearby shops and parks. How to Successfully Place in Assisted Living and Memory Care and Senior Living Advisor Long Island can guide families through the choice.
Residents can choose an independent apartment, assisted living support, or the private Reflections memory-care neighborhood. Each option includes utilities, meals, and activity programs. Learn more about Assisted Living Nassau County and Memory Care on Long Island.
From Mike’s Long Island guide
This is Bristal’s community is Nassau County’s “Five Towns” area. Like all Bristals, it combines elegant interiors with attentive staff and care teams. The Memory area is intimate and secure. The setting of the community is very nice – it is close to the South Shore, and many of the small towns and oceanside restaurants are close and accessible. This community has a very diverse population.
Published in Mike McClernon’s guide: Trusted Memory Care in Nassau County
Care levels and what the license tells you
The community holds a New York State Department of Health license for 155 beds. This includes assisted living beds that let a resident stay as care needs grow, and special-needs beds for dementia care. For budgeting, see Ways to Pay for Assisted Living.
Apartments, dining and daily life
Each apartment features a kitchenette, private bathroom, and all utilities covered. Three chef-prepared meals are served daily in a country-club style dining room, with a bistro for snacks. A fitness suite, beauty salon, and scheduled transportation keep life active. Details on costs are covered in Understanding Senior Housing Costs.
Apartment Features
- Kitchenette with countertop space
- Private bathroom
- Heating, air-conditioning, electricity included
- Maintenance of unit and grounds
Dining & Housekeeping
- Three chef-prepared meals each day
- Bistro refreshments available all day
- Daily housekeeping of common areas
- Weekly linen laundering, optional personal laundry
Lifestyle & Activities
- Fitness suite and wellness center
- Beauty salon and barber shop
- Scheduled trips to shops, parks, cultural sites
- Daily calendar of social and cultural events
Safety and security
The Bristal uses Foresite, an AI-driven health-monitoring and fall-detection system that alerts staff instantly. 24-hour security and an on-site management team add extra peace of mind. Families can read about Senior Placement Services Benefit Seniors and Their Families and learn about pet policies such as Can I Bring My Dog?.
Cost
Rates start at $4,800 per month for a friendship suite, as published by the community. Prices reflect the inclusive utilities, meals, and activity programming. For seasonal moving tips, see Fall Sure Beats Winter When Moving.
Location and what is nearby
The nearest hospital is Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, just 3.3 miles away, with St John’s Episcopal Hospital So Shore 3.5 miles away. LIRR stations Woodmere (1.0 mi), Hewlett (1.1 mi) and Gibson (1.2 mi) provide rail access. Parks close by include Doxy Brook Fishing Park (0.5 mi), North Woodmere Park (0.7 mi) and Fido Fitness Club (1.0 mi). Grocery options are Key Food Supermarket (0.6 mi), Stop & Shop (0.9 mi) and Gourmet Glatt Woodmere (0.9 mi). Pharmacies are Parkdale Pharmacy (0.6 mi) and CVS Pharmacy (0.9 mi). Helpful touring advice can be found in 8 Tips for Touring a Senior Living Community and What to Expect when Moving into a Senior Living Community.
Hospitals and train stations
Hospitals
- 1Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, Valley Stream3.3 mi
- 2St Johns Episcopal Hospital So Shore, Far Rockaway3.5 mi
- 3Mount Sinai South Nassau, Oceanside4.8 mi
LIRR stations
- 4Woodmere1.0 mi
- 5Hewlett1.1 mi
- 6Gibson1.2 mi
Parks, shops and places of worship close by
Parks
- 7Doxy Brook Fishing Park0.5 mi
- 8North Woodmere Park0.7 mi
- 9Fido Fitness Club1.0 mi
Groceries
- 10Key Food Supermarket of Rosedale Rd0.6 mi
- 11Stop & Shop0.9 mi
- 12Gourmet Glatt Woodmere0.9 mi
Pharmacies
- 13Parkdale Pharmacy0.6 mi
- 14CVS Pharmacy0.9 mi
Places of worship
- 15Kehillas Bnai Hayeshivos KBH0.2 mi
- 16KODESH0.3 mi
- 17Congregation Ohr Torah-North Woodmere Jewish Center0.3 mi
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Common questions
What levels of care are offered at The Bristal?
The Bristal provides independent apartments, assisted living services, and the private Reflections memory-care neighborhood for residents with dementia.
Does the memory‑care area have special programs?
Yes. The Reflections unit offers dementia-focused activities and staff trained in techniques like Redirection: A Communication Technique Used in Memory Care.
Are pets allowed in the community?
Small pets are welcomed as long as the resident can care for them, following the community’s pet policy.
How are meals prepared and served?
Three chef-prepared meals are served daily in a country-club style dining room, with additional snacks and beverages available throughout the day.
What transportation is provided?
The community offers scheduled transportation to local shops, parks, cultural outings, and restaurants.
How can I get free assistance with placement?
Mike McClernon, a senior-living advisor, offers free, no-obligation help to families looking for the right community.
Compare nearby communities
The Esplanade of WoodmereWoodmere, about 1.1 miles away, 70 memory care beds
The Bristal at LynbrookLynbrook, about 2.2 miles away, 33 memory care beds
Atria Park of LynbrookLynbrook, about 2.4 miles away, 40 memory care beds
Sunrise at North LynbrookLynbrook, about 3.2 miles away, 29 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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