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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Worthington Manor in East Berlin, Hartford County, Connecticut is an assisted living residence built on tradition and dedication to community. This quiet and serene little town has many delicious restaurants and local businesses to haunt on a Saturday shopping spree. East Berlin is a gorgeous...
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It's a good place, and the people are friendly. I have been pleased with the place itself. I am not sure it's a good fit for my loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Marbridge Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut. Cheshire, which has been ranked among Money magazine's 100 best places to live, is known for its beautiful parks. Roaring Brook Park is a beloved destination for visitors and town...
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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.
Licence # 700Q193 Adult Day Services, Residential care home Alzheimer's memory care. Fontaine Family type for adults is located in a warm street and safe residential setting in Suffolk County NY. Our home is certified by New York State office of Children and family Services, through its bureau...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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They're doing a good job taking care of my Dad here. It's a nice place, not overcrowded at all, and it has a nice homey feel. Dad complains about the people there being "too old", so they could use more...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Olsen Rest Home is an assisted living community located in Nesconset, NY. Nesconset is a hamlet located in Long Island, an area that is widely known for its unique culture, delicious seafood and Italian cuisine and distinctive music. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy catching one of the region's many...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At the very base of Cedar Mountain, surrounded by fresh air and a beautiful natural landscape, you'll find Cedar Mountain Commons. This is an extraordinary senior living community - a meeting place of spirited people, family traditions and fond memories. Living here, in the assisted or...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Jefferson House, a department of Hartford Hospital since 1873, offers a continuum of care on its campus to meet the needs of the aged and infirm. Accommodations and services include an Independent and assisted living complex, sub acute, palliative and long term skilled nursing beds, a rest home...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Our sprawling 5.5-acre campus has something for everyone with a wide array of activities for energetic adults, as well as those with medical needs. Our casual elegance will make you feel welcome and comfortable.  Jerome Home provides a full service continuum and is here to meet your needs today...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Shelter Island, NY

The average cost of senior living in Shelter Island is $8,794 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westhampton Beach, NY with an average of $4,965 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shelter Island, NY, vs. nearby cities

Shelter Island, NY
$8,794/mo

Assisted living costs in Shelter Island, NY, vs. state and national averages

Shelter Island, NY
$8,794/mo
U.S. national average
$4,565/mo

Assisted living costs in Shelter Island, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$8,794/mo
$8,984/mo

Assisted living costs in Shelter Island, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,377/mo
Studio
$5,164/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,073/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,500/mo

Senior living costs in Shelter Island 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: Shelter Island, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelter Island, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$8,794/mo$5,535/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$8,984/mo$5,606/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living$7,226/mo$4,419/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Shelter Island, NY:$8,794/mo
New York:$5,535/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Shelter Island, NY:$8,984/mo
New York:$5,606/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Shelter Island, NY:$7,226/mo
New York:$4,419/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shelter Island, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shelter Island 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 Shelter Island, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shelter Island 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 median 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shelter Island, NY$6,333/mo$5,835/mo+8.5%
New York$6,769/mo$6,428/mo+5.3%
National$5,379/mo$5,132/mo+4.8%
Shelter Island, NY
2024 average cost:$6,333/mo
2023 average cost:$5,835/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,769/mo
2023 average cost:$6,428/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,379/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelter Island, 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 Shelter Island.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shelter Island

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelter Island

The Atrium at Rocky Hill

4.4
My dad liked being at the atrium. I thought he would have received better health care, but I guess that's not what they do. My dad contracted shingles on his face, and it took a while to be treated correctly. Overall, it was a much better place than the nursing home he is in now.

The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC in Bridgeport, CT

5.0
My mom moved into assisted living at the Watermark after nearly 60 years living in her home, the last 36 years by herself. While it was a major life event for my mom, the Watermark made it an exceptionally smooth transition. They arranged and paid for the move, the movers were efficient and ...
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Ocean Meadow Memory Care in Clinton, CT

5.0
They have been great. It is a smaller facility so it feels much homier. The staff seems to be very in tune with all of the residents there. They get really personalized care, we really could not be happier. I looked at 4 different places and this one was by far the best and the least the ...
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Shelter Island review score based on 454 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 454 reviews of 117 Shelter Island assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelter Island 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

Shelter Island review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Shelter Island, NY117 facilities
8.2
Dering Harbor, NY145 facilities
8.0
North Haven, NY8 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelter Island 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 454 reviews of 117 Shelter Island assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shelter Island 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.
Shelter Island, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.7
3.9
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.4
3.4
Activities
3.4
3.4
Value for cost*
3.3
3.5
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Shelter Island assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelter Island assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelter Island, 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 Shelter Island 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 Shelter Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelter Island, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.9%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.6%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.6%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.8%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shelter Island 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 Shelter Island Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelter Island, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.3%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelter Island 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 Shelter Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelter Island, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.4%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.7%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.2%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelter Island 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 Shelter Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelter Island, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
41%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelter Island 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 Shelter Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelter Island, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.7%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.6%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
40.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.2%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelter Island

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 Shelter Island protect seniors.
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Elmbrook Village at Bozrah, Colebrook Village at Hebron and Spring Village at Stratford are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelter Island, New York. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Shelter Island, New York are Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Spring Village at Stratford. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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