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When we are there we know the care services are good, and the cleanliness of the community stood out to us. Visually it is a nice place to bring your loved one, and it has a certain feel that it resembles an...
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.
The Bristal Assisted Living at West Babylon will be 15th community of The Bristal Assisted Living – the 12th on Long Island and the 5th in Suffolk County. Since 2000, The Bristal has been helping families understand and embrace the advantages of senior assisted living. Whether you are seeking...
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The Bristal in Massapequa has been absolutely amazing with the care they have shown my Mom. The level of patience and compassion as well as attention and treatment extended has really made a very positive...
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.
Since 2006, The Bristal at Massapequa has served this community with a much needed, high-quality senior living solution. Here we help residents on the South Shore adapt and thrive to a new home and a better way of life. Massapequa, in particular, has much to offer, with numerous commercial...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
Dawn Hill ManorThe Dawn Hill Manor assisted living community lies quietly on a magnificent estate in beautiful Northport Village, New York. The expansive grounds, replete with a waterfall feature, gardens and plenty of walking space are a perfect complement for the central mansion. Dressed in...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Best management, the owner greeted me and my husband and explained the level of care. after meeting the owner and she took us for the tour or the place we know we were in the right place . The good news...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Wonderful assisted living. They are taking excellent care of my dad. They are very caring and considerate. I Highly recommend this facility.
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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Cost of independent living in Dix Hills, NY

The average cost of senior living in Dix Hills is $6,284 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Massapequa Park, NY with an average of $5,570 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dix Hills, NY vs. nearby cities

Dix Hills, NY
$6,284/mo
$6,149/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dix Hills, NY vs. the state and national average

Dix Hills, NY
$6,284/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dix Hills vs. other types of senior living

$6,660/mo
Independent Living
$6,284/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dix Hills, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,891/mo
Studio
$7,126/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,262/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,422/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dix Hills over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dix Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in Dix Hills

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 Massapequa

5.0
the community is very good. They have great communication, and the community is very safe. there is nothing that I don't like in this community. I would recommend this community to others

Dix Hills independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dix Hills independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dix Hills 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
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
59.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dix Hills independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dix Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
56.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dix Hills independent 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 independent living communities in Dix Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
65.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.6%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Plainview, Maplewood at Southport and Atria Bay Shore are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dix Hills, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 36 independent living facilities near Dix Hills, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Dix Hills, New York are Atria Plainview, Maplewood at Southport and Atria Bay Shore. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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