Senior Housing and Assisted Living on the North Shore
The North Shore of Long Island is one of America’s oldest and most beautiful residential areas. What started as farming communities in the 1600s is now a two-county area filled with beaches on Long Island Sound, fabulous mansions from the turn of the last century, and town after town of comfortable suburban and even exclusive housing developments. Some of the towns on the North Shore include Great Neck, Roslyn, Port Washington, Glen Cove, Brookville, Oyster Bay, Locust Vally, Smithtown, Huntington, and Port Jefferson
Today, the North Shore is divided into over 200 Towns, Villages, and Hamlets. The population of the North Shore is around 1.5 million people. Some of the major villages and hamlets on the North Shore are Bayville, Centre Island, Cold Springs Harbor, Setauket, Glen Cove, Great Neck, Huntington, Lattingtown, Locust Valley, Manhasset, Northport, Oyster Bay, Brookville, Port Jefferson, Port Washington, Roslyn, Sands Point, Smithtown, and Syosset. While many people work at local Long Island companies, others commute by car or railroad to Manhattan every day for work. The major industries on Long Island include healthcare – with major teaching hospitals in several North Shore towns – software and computing, insurance, warehousing and distribution, and smaller scale building companies.
The cost of Independent Living on Long Island varies from less than $4,000 to over $10,000 per month. This is higher than the national median of $2,500. Assisted Living communities, too, have a wide range of monthly costs - from $3,500 to $12,000 or more per month, depending on the specific facility and the level of care required. Memory Care, which is Assisted Living specifically tailored for people with Alzheimers and other types of dementia, starts at around $6,500 per month and can cost $10,000 per month, again depending on the specific community and the range of care required. While there are not great differences in price between that North Shore and the South Shore, generally slightly lower prices are to be found in Suffolk County, vs Nassau County.
Nearby areas: South Shore, Nassau County
Popular Assisted Living Facilities
Amber Court of Westbury
3400 Brush Hollow Road
Westbury, New York 11590
Amber Court Assisted Living Communities are family owned facilities, built to offer outstanding care to the elderly. There are six Amber Court communities in Greater NNY, including two on the North Shore of Long Island . Amber Court believes everyone deserves to age in a comfortable, safe, and cheerful environment where each person is treated with kindness, compassion and respect.
The mission of Amber Court is to preserve dignity, promote well-being, and provide quality care with an emphasis on individuality and enjoyment in a warm, nurturing environment. This means that residents of Amber Court Assisted Living Communities are enveloped in a family-like atmosphere within a culture of integrity and trust that honors each precious life.
Amber Court communities are one of the very few communities on the North Shore that accept New York State Medicaid as partial payment for Assisted Living. Many seniors rely on Medicaid for care. Amber Court is a high quality community overall and a great option for families relying on Medicaid. If you believe that a loved one will be using Medicaid to pay for Assisted Living, call Amber Court.
All American Assisted Living
463 Middle Country Road
Coram, New York 11727
This new Community – open just one month – is upbeat, simple, and very affordable. Most of the rooms are three room, two bed, two bath suites shared by two people, each with private bedrooms. All American has a special focus on mobility and exercise and are one of the only Assisted/Memory Communities to include guided individualize exercise as part of their everyday work, with no extra cost or insurance bill added for the service. This is a physically small Community – ideal for a senior who does not look forward to long walks in the building. In Memory Care, they have just 24 rooms for people with some form of cognitive difficulties, with each resident getting their own private bedroom and bathroom. And the cost for Memory Care at All American is one of the lowest in the area. The Community also has earned the important Enhanced license for Assisted Living and Memory Care, making it more likely that your loved one’s needs will not outgrow the capabilities on the Community.
All American is a particularly good value for both Assisted Living and Memory Care on the North Shore of Suffolk County.
Bristal Mt. Sinai
400 Sutton Court
Mt Sinai, New York 11766
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.
Bristal East Northport
760 Larkfield Road
East Northport, New York 11731
This beautiful Community in East Northport is nearing completion on a multi-million dollar interior renovation. Well before other Assisted and Memory Communities would even start planning for new carpeting and other furnishings, the Bristal organization is painting, papering, installing new carpeting, replacing furniture, and renovating the already attractive indoor and outdoor spaces. This Community features a pool, and the pool deck is the center of social life in the summer. While the weather is good It would not be unusual to have more than one outside musical group entertain each week. The Community has a cinema, a regularly active arts and crafts program, lectures, and the ever-popular Bingo.
This Bristal provides both Assisted Living, which is support for individuals needing assistance with the Activities of Daily Living, and provides care in a separate, secure area for seniors with Dementia due to Alzheimer’s and other conditions.
The Residences at Plainview
9 Gerhard Road
Plainview, New York 11803
The Residences at Plainview are true Independent Living, ideal for seniors who either need no assistance with the Activities of Daily Living or who want to organize their own care and assistance. This is one of only about 12 Independent Living communities on all of Long Island. The apartments come with a full kitchen, and the community was completely renovated just two years ago.
Located in the vibrant Long Island community of Plainview, this community offers lifestyle choices for independent seniors more closely associated with resort-style living. With indoor and outdoor pools, a fully equipped exercise facility, on-site restaurant with all three meals included, and concierge services, independent living never looked or felt so good. Residents like the concierge services, available for simple activities like errands and complex tasks like recovery from a medical procedure.
Orchard Estate of Woodbury
900 Woodbury Road
Woodbury, New York 1179
Orchard Estate is a lovely, smaller Community with both Assisted Living and Memory Care services available. One highlight of the community is All Day Dining - Once the kitchen opens, it doesn’t close until after the dinner hour. Residents are free to eat meals when they want and don’t have to restrict themselves to specific meal times. This community is just two years old, and is owned by the prestigious Benchmark company. Care here is considered top notch, and activities include music, crafts, art, excursions, exercise classes, and theme parties.
Like most Assisted Living communities, one of the greatest benefits of living at Orchard Estate is never having to do laundry, cook, schedule or drive to a doctor’s appointment again. We also provide the space and amenities so our residents can focus on what matters most—enjoying a social hour with friends in the bistro or a good book in front of our opulent fireplace.
Elder Care Homecare
370 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10168
Elder Care Homecare is a licensed Senior Homecare Agency serving the greater NYC area, including Queens and Long Island. This agency provides dependable assistance to elderly loved ones, including assistance with all daily living activities, companionship, and
private duty nursing. No matter how complex the need, their team of experts can help.
Premier Homecare
900 Merchants Concourse #410
Westbury, NY 11590
Premier has 17 offices in Greater NYC, including Queens and Long Island. Premier’s experienced and compassionate in-home medical care and support staff area able to provide clients with the care they need to live healthier and more independent lives, regardless of their medical or cultural needs.
Premier offers a very wide variety of services. They include the following:
- Appointment Escort Services
- Personal Care Assistance
- Homemaker/Companion Services
- 24-Hour Live-In Services
- Dementia Care
- Respite Care
- A variety of services performed by licensed medical professionals,
including infusion care, PT, and wound care
Right at Home North Shore Long Island
400 Post Ave
Westbury, NY 11590
Aging, disability, illness, or injury can make living at home a challenge. Right at Home North Shore believes that no one should have to face the long list of complex decisions and unforeseen changes alone. They are experts at both providing care and coaching to help navigate every step of the way. Right at Home’s trained caregivers are passionate about helping clients because they know that with every life, they impact they are changing the world.
Some of the services offered are the following:
- Companion Care
- Personal Care
- Specialty Care for conditions like Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and
Parkinson’s
Cold Spring Hills Adult Day Program
378 Syosset-Woodbury Rd
Woodbury, NY 11797
The Life Enrichment Center
61 East Main
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Sid Jacobson JCC
300 Forest Drive
East Hills, NY 11548
Weissman Wellness
110 Bedford Ave
Bellmore, NY 11710
Salisbury Senior Center
460 Salisbury Park Drive
Westbury, NY 11590
Herricks Alzheimer's Adult Day Program
999 Herricks Rd
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center
1025 Old Country Rd
Westbury, NY 11590
Glen Cove Senior Center
9 Glen Street
Glen Cove, NY 11542
FAQs
Are seniors happier in Assisted Living?
Assisted Living is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to make friends, go on chauffeured outings, and get involved in daily activities and hobbies. These communities also offer peace of mind if you are worried about your parent living alone, and prevent seniors from feeling isolated living on their own. This all may lead to a happier and healthier retirement.
Can visitors stay overnight in Assisted Living communities?
Assisted living communities offer lots of different options. Some have guest suites available to rent for visitors. If this is something you would like to have, we can include it in our list of wishes for your new home.
What is assisted living for seniors?
Assisted living is housing for seniors who would still like to live independently, but with a bit more assistance with daily living. They typically provide some housekeeping, meal services, security personnel, some medical assistance and wonderful group activities to keep seniors active without the need to leave home. If you would like to explore options for you or a loved one, call or email us today!
What services are offered in assisted living on the North Shore?
There are so many wonderful services available depending on the community you choose. Let us know if any of these sound good to you: Outdoor gardens and walking trails, media room, arts and crafts, exercise gym, beauty salon and barbershop, library, scheduled transportation and outings, catered meal service, social activities, weekly laundry and housekeeping services, and trained staff to help with emergencies and security concerns. Get in touch with us to find out more.
