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The Bristal Mt. Sinai
Senior living in Mount Sinai, Suffolk 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 nearbyAddress400 Sutton Ct, Mt Sinai, NY 11766
ServicesAssisted living, Memory care
Beds157 (44 memory care)
Google rating4.9 stars from 70 reviews
Licensed byNew York State Department of Health as The Bristal at Mount Sinai
PetsSmall pets are welcome provided the resident can care for them.
Photos from the community’s own website.
Overview
The Bristal Mt. Sinai sits at 400 Sutton Court in the heart of Mount Sinai, Suffolk County. It holds a 4.9 Google rating from 70 reviews, showing strong resident satisfaction. Families can read how to successfully place in assisted living to feel prepared before touring. Mike often advises families about senior living on the North Shore of Long Island.
The community offers a country-club style dining room, a beauty salon, a cinema, and a fitness suite that host daily programs. Mike notes that residents enjoy restaurant-style meals with daily specials and evenings of 50s-60s music. For families unsure how to start the conversation, see discussing placement into assisted living with your parents. The Bristal provides a dedicated memory care wing, which is part of memory care in Suffolk County.
From Mike’s Long Island guide
Mike’s first-hand notes
This is the newest in the group of Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities built and managed by the Bristal Assisted Living organization. The Bristal’s locations are all built as first-class buildings with elegant surrounding and top-quality care. Known for their cuisine, this new location in Mt. Sinai provides top restaurant style meals three times each day. When I toured, residents were preparing for dinner by having a glass of wine while being entertained by a great duo performing 50s and 60s hits.
The Bristal Mt. Sinai has a secure section of the building devoted to the special needs of seniors with dementia due to Alzheimer’s and other disfunctions of the central nervous system. What is unique about the Bristal is that each of these sections for people with cognitive difficulties is a mirror image of the larger area set aside for Assisted Living. They all have a cinema, a hair salon, full activity areas, a craft shop, and a special outdoor space just for these residents. At the Bristal, both residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care get the same services, each delivered in a way appropriate for that group.
This Bristal has also earned an Enhanced license for Assisted Living, the highest level of licensure offered by New York State. This higher level of licensure gives seniors a greater chance of Aging in Place at this Community.
Published in Mike McClernon’s guide: Senior Living North Shore of Long Island
The Bristal is one of the finest Assisted Living businesses on Long Island, and the Bristal in Mt. Sinai is one of Suffolk County’s newest and most luxurious communities. The food at The Bristal is an important feature of the community, and each meal comes with delicious daily specials. The Bristal has frequent entertainment, excursions, and features a beauty salon, cinema, arts, and crafts room, and much more.
Published in Mike McClernon’s guide: Senior Housing Suffolk County NY that Accepts Medicaid
Care levels
The Bristal is licensed for a total of 157 beds. It includes 64 enhanced assisted living beds, which let residents age in place with higher levels of care, and 44 special needs memory care beds, New York’s licensed dementia care category. The size of the community gives families a sense of both intimacy and variety of services.
Apartments, dining and daily life
Residents choose from studio or one-bedroom apartments with private bathrooms and kitchenettes. All utilities are included and maintenance is handled by staff. Three chef-prepared meals are served daily in the dining room, with additional refreshments in the bistro. A robust schedule of activities, including fitness classes, arts and crafts, and outings, keeps life lively. Families often ask what to expect when moving into a senior living community to understand the transition.
Dining
- Country club-style dining
- Bistro
- Chef-prepared meals
- Specialized diet accommodations
Apartments
- Apartment layout with kitchenette
- Private bathroom
- All utilities included
- Apartment maintenance
Community spaces
- Fitness Center
- Cinema
- Library
- Creative Arts Studio
- Outdoor Terrace
- Private Dining Room
Activities
- Daily programming calendar
- Social and cultural programs
- Live entertainment
- Music mindfulness sessions
- Gentle fitness groups
- Creative arts workshops
Services and care
- 24-hour security
- On-site management
- Emergency response system
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping services
- Weekly linen laundering
- Foresight health monitoring
Transportation and parking
- Scheduled transportation
As listed on the community’s own website. Ask Mike what is included in the rent.
Safety and security
The Bristal provides 24-hour security and an on-site management team. Every apartment has an emergency response system, and the community uses the Foresite health monitoring platform that alerts staff instantly if a fall occurs, a feature highlighted in fall sure beats winter when moving.
Apartments and pricing
| Apartment | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Friendship suite | $5,700 per month |
Starting prices as published by the community. Care charges are extra. Mike can tell you the current rates and what is included.
The community lists a starting rate of $5,700 per month for a friendship suite, a price published by the provider. Families can explore ways to pay for assisted living to find options that fit their budget.
Location and what is nearby
The Bristal is 2.6 miles from John T. Mather Memorial Hospital in Port Jefferson and 2.6 miles from the Port Jefferson LIRR station, making medical visits and travel easy. Nearby parks such as Heritage Center (0.4 miles) and Sylvan Ave Park (0.5 miles) offer outdoor walks. For grocery runs, Trader Joe’s is 0.7 miles away, and CVS Pharmacy is only 0.4 miles from the entrance. If you are looking for senior living on the South Shore of Long Island, this location fits the bill.
Hospitals and train stations
Hospitals
- 0John T Mather Memorial Hospital of Port Jefferson New York Inc, Port Jefferson2.6 mi
- 0Good Samaritan University Hospital St. Charles Campus, Port Jefferson2.9 mi
- 0Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook6.1 mi
LIRR stations
- 0Port Jefferson2.6 mi
Parks, shops and places of worship close by
Parks
- 0Heritage Center0.4 mi
- 0Sylvan Ave Park0.5 mi
- 0Chandler Preserve1.3 mi
Groceries
- 0Trader Joe's0.7 mi
- 0Stop & Shop1.0 mi
Pharmacies
- 0CVS Pharmacy0.4 mi
- 0Echo Pharmacy0.5 mi
Places of worship
- 0Mount Sinai Muslim Center0.8 mi
- 0Temple Beth Emeth of Mount Sinai0.8 mi
- 0Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses1.2 mi
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Common questions
What services are included in assisted living at The Bristal?
Assisted living includes personal care assistance, three daily chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, laundry, fitness classes, and scheduled transportation for outings.
How does memory care differ from assisted living here?
Memory care residents live in a secure, mirror-image wing that offers the same services, dining, salon, cinema, and activities, but with staff trained for dementia support and additional safety monitoring.
How does the community keep families informed?
Staff use the LifeLoop platform to share daily updates, photos, and program details, and families can also receive regular phone or email check-ins.
What are the warning signs that a move might be needed?
You can review the warning signs your loved one is ready for assisted living to decide if it’s time for a transition.
Can couples stay together if they have different care needs?
Yes, couples can share an apartment while each receives an individualized care plan that matches their specific level of assistance.
How can I get free help from Mike McClernon?
Mike McClernon, a senior living advisor free to families, can guide you through the placement process. Contact the senior living advisor free to families for a no-cost consultation.
Compare nearby communities
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Sunrise of East SetauketEast Setauket, about 5.4 miles away: assisted living, memory care
Part of Mike’s guide to Senior Living on the North Shore.
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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