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Cannot say enough about the staff at the Bristal at North Hills. They all get to know both residents as well as families - not just their names but on a personal basis as well. My parents were so well taken...
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.
When you enter The Bristal at North Hills, you are filled with a sense of the familiar. You witness the care. You feel the compassion. And you become reassured by something even more, something fundamental. You perceive a community's commitment to excellence that is second to none. It's a...
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3 star
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There has been a lot of boredom due to the legal restrictions for the activities. Due to COVID this has made it hard for us to be able to see my loved. All my ratings are based on prior to...
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.
The Bristal at Lynbrook is one member of an ever-growing family of Assisted Living communities that have been built on Long Island, by Long Islanders, bearing The Bristal name. Like all of our communities, Lynbrook has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection....
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The community has been COVID free. It gets more expensive each year due to the raise of rent. You have to give a big down payment which the community keeps. If you have to move out then the community...
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.
The Harborside, the first and only true life care community in Nassau County, opened in September, 2010 and is located on the North Shore of Long Island, adjacent to the Harbor Links Golf Course and Bar Beach and a 38 minute train ride to NYC. The community offers gracious, vibrant independent...
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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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We are happy with this facility. Communication is very good and they're very prompt with questions and issues. The meals are good, nice quality and they offer a good variety. Staff is good. The facility is...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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My mother spent several quality years living at Brandywine both in assisted living and memory care. She had always resisted the idea of assisted living but from the first day there she loved it. She enjoyed...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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Cost of independent living in East Garden City, NY

The average cost of senior living in East Garden City is $6,314 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockville Centre, NY with an average of $6,027 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Garden City, NY vs. nearby cities

East Garden City, NY
$6,216/mo
$6,227/mo
$6,228/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Garden City, NY vs. the state and national average

East Garden City, NY
$6,216/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Garden City vs. other types of senior living

$6,847/mo
Independent Living
$6,216/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in East Garden City, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,667/mo
Studio
$7,684/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,918/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,751/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in East Garden City over time

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What families are saying about independent living in East Garden City

Recent reviews for independent living in East Garden City

The Fountains at RiverVue in Tuckahoe, NY

4.5
They have some very nice people who have some tenure. Pretty facility inside and out. Also a pretty good restaurant very close - where you can take your spouse and meet your friends. hey were very supportive. Not just for my wife but also for me.

Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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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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East Garden City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Garden City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Garden City, 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 East Garden City 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 East Garden City 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
56.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
78.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
71.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in East Garden City 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 East Garden City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Garden City, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
81.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Garden City 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 East Garden City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Garden City, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
71.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
68.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
84.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
90.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
78.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
81.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
78.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
78.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
53.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81.3%
46.1%
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The Belvedere, Atria Plainview and Atria Woodlands are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Garden City, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 32 independent living facilities near East Garden City, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in East Garden City, New York are The Belvedere, Atria Plainview and Atria Woodlands. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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