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Photo of The Bristal at Lynbrook
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5 star
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41%
3 star
10%
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0%
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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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6.3
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38 reviews
6.3
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38 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
18%
3 star
13%
2 star
13%
1 star
11%
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My wife and I are very pleased with Amber Court and how they treat my wife’s mother. It’s very clean, bed is always made, clothes are folded, and the staff is kind and friendly! My mother-in-law has made...
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.
Welcome to Amber Court of Westbury...a wonderful place to call home.  When living arrangements are no longer safe or desirable, we offer an extraordinary alternative.  Residential services, personal care assistance and medical supervision are valuable features of this lifestyle. ...
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55 Floor plans available
7.0
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13 reviews
7.0
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5 star
77%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
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The staff at Orchard Estate of Woodbury are generally friendly and try to find ways to be helpful. The move in process seemed pretty well coordinated (at least from Orchard's side). My mom would probably...
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.
Choosing a living experience for yourself or a loved one is a very big decision. It is important to choose a community that offers the perfect balance of lifestyle and personal care. At Orchard Estate, you can reconnect with your passions and explore new opportunities every day.Benchmark Senior...
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13 reviews
8.9
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5 star
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Long Beach Assisted Living is a caring facility with so many available services. The dining room overlooks the Atlantic Ocean in Long Beach. Residents can come and go signing themselves out as they please....
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.
Hoffmann Manor is family owned and operated for the last 23 years. We are situated directly on the boardwalk in Long Beach, NY overlooking beautiful blue Atlantic Ocean. Hoffmann Manor underwent a total refurbishing both exterior and interior. We pride ourselves in the cleanliness of the home as...
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8.0
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31 reviews
8.0
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31 reviews
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3 star
16%
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We are very satisfied with them. The staff are very kind, they like their jobs, and that goes a long way, there is a lot of love in the care they provide. Also their basic package offers mediation...
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...
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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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 Garden City, NY

The average cost of senior living in Garden City is $6,116 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockville Centre, NY with an average of $5,969 per month.

Independent living costs in Garden City, NY, vs. nearby cities

Garden City, NY
$6,116/mo
$6,182/mo

Independent living costs in Garden City, NY, vs. state and national averages

Garden City, NY
$6,116/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Garden City, NY, vs. other senior living options

$6,770/mo
Independent Living
$6,116/mo

Independent living costs in Garden City, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,485/mo
Studio
$7,382/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,726/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,683/mo

Senior living costs in Garden City 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: Garden City, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGarden City, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,116/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,640/mo$5,523/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,770/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Garden City, NY:$6,116/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Garden City, NY:$6,640/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Garden City, NY:$6,770/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Garden City, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Garden City 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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Independent living cost trends in Garden City, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Garden City 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
Garden City, NY$5,256/mo$4,556/mo+15.4%
New York$3,729/mo$3,606/mo+3.4%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Garden City, NY
2024 average cost:$5,256/mo
2023 average cost:$4,556/mo
Percent change:+15.4%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,729/mo
2023 average cost:$3,606/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Garden City

Recent reviews for independent living in Garden City

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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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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Garden City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garden City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 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 Garden City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garden City, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in 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 Garden City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garden City, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
78.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
53.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in 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 Garden City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garden City, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
68.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
65.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
78.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
78.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
78.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
56.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Bristal at Garden City, Atria Forest Hills and Christian Fellowship House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Garden City, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 35 independent living facilities near Garden City, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Garden City, New York are Atria Forest Hills, Atria Huntington and Sunrise of Sheepshead. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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