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[name removed] is an angel. The people there are all cared for and it was nice for mom to have other women to chat with. Food was good but mom was t eating much. She did like her snacks though. With the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sophia's Care Services is a residential care home that is located in Lake Ronkonkoma, New York in Suffolk County. Our community overlooks the magnificent Lake Ronkonkoma. The scene of the two-mile freshwater lake from our residence is out of this world. Living or visiting Lake Ronkonkoma is a...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lucias Home is a residential care home located in the tranquil town of Babylon, in Suffolk County, New York. Our diverse town has a rich heritage and serene atmosphere, great for seniors looking to relax and spend some quality time with friends and family members. We encourage our residents to...
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I was looking for a place for my Mom who has dementia. She has no medical issues other than that so I was hesitant to put her in a large nursing facility as she gets fretful if there is too much activity. ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in East Islip, NY

The average cost of senior living in East Islip is $7,727 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Queens, NY with an average of $5,992 per month.

Assisted living costs in East Islip, NY, vs. state and national averages

East Islip, NY
$7,727/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in East Islip, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,727/mo
$9,435/mo

Assisted living costs in East Islip, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,512/mo
Studio
$6,307/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,787/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,831/mo

Senior living costs in East Islip vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: East Islip, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Islip, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$7,727/mo$6,817/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,435/mo$8,640/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,148/mo$3,974/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
East Islip, NY:$7,727/mo
New York:$6,817/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
East Islip, NY:$9,435/mo
New York:$8,640/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
East Islip, NY:$5,148/mo
New York:$3,974/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in East Islip, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Islip and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in East Islip, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in East Islip have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Islip, NY$7,593/mo$7,341/mo+3.4%
New York$6,592/mo$6,333/mo+4.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
East Islip, NY
2024 average cost:$7,593/mo
2023 average cost:$7,341/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,592/mo
2023 average cost:$6,333/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Islip, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in East Islip.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Islip

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Islip

The Bristal at East Northport

4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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The Bristal at East Meadow

5.0
I have toured many assisted living before deciding to place my family member here. I am so pleased with the decision! You can tell the management truly cares about us and it stems off into all the other workers. [Name removed] went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and I would ...
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The Bristal at Westbury

4.5
I would tell my friends that it seems safe. There haven't been many COVID patients during the pandemic in this community. The communication has been ok, I wish it would have been better. It seems our family is hearing more from our loved one about items, and not sure of the validity. ...
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East Islip review score based on 20,078 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 20078 reviews of 433 East Islip assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Islip review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

East Islip review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
East Islip, NY433 facilities
8.4
Hempstead, NY433 facilities
8.4
Queens, NY433 facilities

Review subcategories for East Islip assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 20,078 reviews of 433 East Islip assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Islip resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
East Islip, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
4.3
4.2
Activities
4.3
4.3
Value for cost*
4.2
4.2
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East Islip assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Islip assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Islip, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in East Islip assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in East Islip that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60.2%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.3%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.3%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.6%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.5%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.2%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Islip assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of East Islip Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Islip, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.3%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.4%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.7%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.4%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Islip assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Islip partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.5%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.4%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
51.8%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.3%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.2%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in East Islip assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Islip communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.7%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
37%
Room service
Room service
43.4%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.2%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Islip assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in East Islip offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Islip, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.9%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.7%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.9%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.6%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.6%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.5%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.8%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
41.1%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Islip

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in East Islip protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Sunrise of Holbrook, Sunrise of Smithtown and Sunrise of West Babylon are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Islip, New York. See full list of communities.
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