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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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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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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
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: 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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Cost of independent living in West Hempstead, NY

The average cost of senior living in West Hempstead is $6,209 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockville Centre, NY with an average of $6,121 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Hempstead, NY vs. nearby cities

West Hempstead, NY
$6,209/mo
$6,122/mo

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

West Hempstead, NY
$6,209/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Hempstead vs. other types of senior living

$6,862/mo
Independent Living
$6,209/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in West Hempstead, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,568/mo
Studio
$7,695/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,680/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,814/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in West Hempstead over time

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What families are saying about independent living in West Hempstead

Recent reviews for independent living in West Hempstead

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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West Hempstead independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Hempstead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Hempstead, 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 West Hempstead 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 West Hempstead 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
41.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
54.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Hempstead 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 West Hempstead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Hempstead 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 West Hempstead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
67.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
67.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
67.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
71%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
51.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.2%
46.1%
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Atria Forest Hills, The Belvedere and Atria Bay Shore are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Hempstead, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 31 independent living facilities near West Hempstead, New York. See the full list.

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