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Senior Housing on Long Island: A Complete Guide

Senior housing on Long Island encompasses everything from independent living communities and 55+ active adult communities to assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities. With the right guidance, finding a community that matches your loved one's needs, preferences, and budget does not have to be overwhelming. Mike McClernon provides free senior housing placement assistance across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

  • Free to families
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  • 90+ communities toured
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Mike McClernon provides free, personalized placement assistance for families across Long Island.

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Compare communities across Long Island

State license facts, memory care beds and what is nearby, for communities Mike knows.

Amber Court of Westbury, ALPWestburyAmber Court of Westbury, ALPAssisted livingALP: accepts community MedicaidSee the full profile The Alcove at Amber CourtWestburyThe Alcove at Amber CourtAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Brightview Senior Living - SayvilleSayvilleBrightview Senior Living - SayvilleAssisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile The Regency at Glen CoveGlen CoveThe Regency at Glen CoveAssisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile Island Assisted Living, ALPHempsteadIsland Assisted Living, ALPAssisted livingALP: accepts community MedicaidSee the full profile Maple Pointe by Chelsea Senior LivingRockville CentreMaple Pointe by Chelsea Senior LivingAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Amber Court of Smithtown, ALPNesconsetAmber Court of Smithtown, ALPAssisted livingALP: accepts community MedicaidSee the full profile Atria Park of Great NeckGreat NeckAtria Park of Great NeckAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal at North WoodmereValley StreamThe Bristal at North WoodmereAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile
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Atria on Roslyn HarborRoslynAtria on Roslyn HarborIndependent livingSee the full profile Birchwood SuitesEast NorthportBirchwood SuitesAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal at HoltsvilleHoltsvilleThe Bristal at HoltsvilleAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Atria TanglewoodLynbrookAtria TanglewoodAssisted livingSee the full profile Atria PatchoguePatchogueAtria PatchogueAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal at JerichoJerichoThe Bristal at JerichoAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal Mt. SinaiMount SinaiThe Bristal Mt. SinaiAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal at BethpageBethpageThe Bristal at BethpageAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Brightview Port Jefferson StationPort Jefferson StationBrightview Port Jefferson StationAssisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile Plattdeutsche Senior LivingFranklin SquarePlattdeutsche Senior LivingAssisted livingIndependent livingSee the full profile Brandywine at the Savoy by MonarchLittle NeckBrandywine at the Savoy by MonarchAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal at Garden CityGarden CityThe Bristal at Garden CityAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Esplanade of WoodmereWoodmereThe Esplanade of WoodmereMemory careSee the full profile Brandywine Huntington Station by MonarchMelvilleBrandywine Huntington Station by MonarchAssisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile The Bristal at West BabylonWest BabylonThe Bristal at West BabylonAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Atria Park of LynbrookLynbrookAtria Park of LynbrookAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal at WestburyWestburyThe Bristal at WestburyAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Bristal MassapequaMassapequaBristal MassapequaAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Sunrise at North LynbrookLynbrookSunrise at North LynbrookAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal at Lake SuccessLake SuccessThe Bristal at Lake SuccessMemory careSee the full profile Peconic LandingGreenportPeconic LandingAssisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile Atria LevittownLevittownAtria LevittownAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Chelsea Senior Living at BrookhavenYaphankChelsea Senior Living at BrookhavenAssisted livingMemory careIndependent livingSee the full profile The Bristal at North HillsNorth HillsThe Bristal at North HillsAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Sinclair of Port WashingtonPort WashingtonThe Sinclair of Port WashingtonIndependent livingSee the full profile The Bristal at LynbrookLynbrookThe Bristal at LynbrookAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Atria Cutter MillGreat NeckAtria Cutter MillAssisted livingSee the full profile Somerset Gardens by Chelsea Senior LivingPlainviewSomerset Gardens by Chelsea Senior LivingAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Bristal East MeadowEast MeadowThe Bristal East MeadowAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Residences at PlainviewPlainviewThe Residences at PlainviewIndependent livingSee the full profile Sunrise of East MeadowEast MeadowSunrise of East MeadowAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Atria Hertlin PlaceLake RonkonkomaAtria Hertlin PlaceIndependent livingSee the full profile Sunrise of HuntingtonHuntington StationSunrise of HuntingtonAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Encore Luxury LivingJerichoThe Encore Luxury LivingIndependent livingSee the full profile All American Assisted LivingCoramAll American Assisted LivingAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Benchmark Whisper WoodsSmithtownBenchmark Whisper WoodsAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Rosewood on the SoundBayvilleRosewood on the SoundMemory careSee the full profile Atria HuntingtonHuntington StationAtria HuntingtonAssisted livingSee the full profile Villages at South SetauketCentereachVillages at South SetauketAssisted livingIndependent livingSee the full profile Atria Glen CoveGlen CoveAtria Glen CoveAssisted livingSee the full profile The Arbors Assisted LivingJerichoThe Arbors Assisted LivingAssisted livingSee the full profile Braemar Living, ALPMedfordBraemar Living, ALPAssisted livingALP: accepts community MedicaidSee the full profile Sunrise of SmithtownSmithtownSunrise of SmithtownAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Fay Linder Residences at GurwinCommackThe Fay Linder Residences at GurwinAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Bristal East NorthportEast NorthportBristal East NorthportAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Harbor HouseOyster BayHarbor HouseAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile The Villa at WesthamptonWesthamptonThe Villa at WesthamptonAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Sunrise of East SetauketEast SetauketSunrise of East SetauketAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Sunrise of HolbrookHolbrookSunrise of HolbrookAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Sunrise of PlainviewPlainviewSunrise of PlainviewAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Orchard Estate of WoodburyWoodburyOrchard Estate of WoodburyAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Sunrise of Glen CoveGlen CoveSunrise of Glen CoveAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile McPeak's Assisted LivingPatchogueMcPeak's Assisted LivingAssisted livingMemory careSee the full profile Lake RonkonkomaHidden GemMemory careSee the full profile

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How Mike McClernon Helps Families

As a certified senior living advisor with Assisted Living Locators, Mike McClernon works directly with families across Long Island to simplify what can be an overwhelming process. His services include:

  • Free needs assessment, Understanding your loved one's medical, social, and financial needs
  • Personalized community matching, Identifying facilities that fit your family's specific requirements
  • Tour coordination, Scheduling and accompanying you on facility visits
  • Cost comparison, Helping you understand pricing, insurance, and Medicaid options
  • Transition support, Guiding you through move-in and adjustment periods

There is no cost to families for Mike's services. He is compensated by the communities, so you get unbiased guidance at no charge.

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Common questions

What types of senior housing are available on Long Island?

Long Island offers a full spectrum of senior housing including 55+ active adult communities, independent living communities, assisted living facilities, memory care communities, skilled nursing facilities, and continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) that offer multiple levels of care on one campus. Mike can help you determine which type best fits your family's situation.

What is the average cost of senior housing on Long Island?

Costs vary widely by type. 55+ communities may involve home purchase ($200K-$500K+) or rent ($1,500-$3,500/month). Independent living typically runs $3,000-$6,000/month. Assisted living ranges from $4,500-$13,000/month. Memory care is $6,000-$14,000/month. Skilled nursing can exceed $15,000/month. Mike helps families understand true costs including care add-ons.

How do I start looking for senior housing for my parent?

Start by assessing your loved one's current and anticipated care needs, preferred location, and budget. Then contact Mike McClernon at 516-254-9481 for a free consultation. He will evaluate your family's specific situation, recommend appropriate communities, arrange tours, and guide you through the entire decision-making process at no cost.

Is there senior housing on Long Island for veterans?

Yes, veterans may qualify for the VA's Aid & Attendance benefit, which can provide up to $2,431/month (2024 rates) for a veteran or $1,318/month for a surviving spouse. This benefit can be used at many Long Island senior housing communities. Mike helps families navigate the VA benefits process alongside their community search.

Can couples stay together in senior housing on Long Island?

Many Long Island communities accommodate couples, even when partners have different care needs. Some communities offer shared suites in assisted living, while CCRCs allow couples to live together even if one needs more care than the other. Mike specializes in finding solutions that keep families together whenever possible.

Explore other types of senior living

Assisted Living

Personal care and support with daily activities, while keeping independence.

Assisted living on Long Island

Memory Care

Secure, structured communities for people living with Alzheimer's and other dementias.

Memory care on Long Island

Independent Living

Maintenance-free living with a social community for active seniors.

Independent living options

Talk it through with Mike

Tell Mike a little about your situation. He replies personally, and his help is free to families.

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