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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Setauket, NY
If you’re looking for assisted living in South Setauket, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in South Setauket or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in South Setauket.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in South Setauket for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 27 assisted living facilities in the South Setauket area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Belltown, Cranbury and Shippan.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Fairfield, Westport and Huntington.
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I was a bit hesitant and apprehensive in the beginning because of the situation that had occurred years ago. But I took a chance and decided to get my Rehab at Medford. TO my surprise, this facility was...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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
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.
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Cost of assisted living in South Setauket, NY
The average cost of senior living in South Setauket is $6,142 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bellport, NY with an average of $5,361 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Setauket, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Setauket, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in South Setauket
Recent reviews for assisted living in South Setauket
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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Whisper Woods of Smithtown
4.9
The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff is friendly, helpful and attentive.
The nursing staff is on top of all the residents healthcare needs.
There are plenty of activities to interest everyone.
Our family feels blessed to have found this Assisted Living to care for our ...
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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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South Setauket review score based on 114 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 114 reviews of 27 South Setauket assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Setauket 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
South Setauket review score compared against nearby cities
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South Setauket, NY27 facilities
8.7
Stony Brook University, NY29 facilities
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Poquott, NY21 facilities
Review subcategories for South Setauket 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 114 reviews of 27 South Setauket assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Setauket 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.South Setauket, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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South Setauket assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Setauket assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Setauket, 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 South Setauket 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 South Setauket 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
66.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Setauket 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 South Setauket Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Setauket 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 South Setauket 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
37%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
51.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in South Setauket 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 South Setauket communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
29.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Setauket 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 South Setauket offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
51.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Setauket
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South Setauket protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Village at Stratford, The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC and Atria Plainview are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Setauket, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 27 assisted living facilities near South Setauket, New York. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Setauket, New York are Spring Village at Stratford, The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC and Atria Plainview. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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