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10 Best Nursing Homes in West Hempstead, NY

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a West Hempstead nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in West Hempstead, NY may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in West Hempstead or another care type is right for you. Browse 83 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in West Hempstead.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like LaGuardia Airport, Port Morris and Mott Haven.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Manhattan, New York City and Edgewater.

Nursing Homes Facilities near West Hempstead, NY

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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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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: Nursing Homes
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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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Cost of nursing homes in West Hempstead, NY

The average cost of senior living in West Hempstead is $6,763 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Freeport, NY with an average of $6,739 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Hempstead, NY vs. nearby cities

West Hempstead, NY
$6,763/mo
$6,760/mo

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

West Hempstead, NY
$6,763/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Hempstead vs. other types of senior living

$6,771/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,763/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in West Hempstead, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,714/mo
Studio
$7,934/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,884/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,609/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in West Hempstead over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in West Hempstead

Recent reviews for nursing homes 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 nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Hempstead nursing homes 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 care services in West Hempstead nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in West Hempstead that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Hempstead, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.2%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
61.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
61.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.1%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Hempstead nursing homes

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 West Hempstead Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Hempstead, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Hempstead nursing homes

Nursing homes 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.
West Hempstead, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Hempstead nursing homes

Our nursing homes 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.
West Hempstead, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
25%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Hempstead nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in West Hempstead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Hempstead, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
32.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dry Harbor Nursing Home, Split Rock Nursing Home and Resort Nursing Home are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near West Hempstead, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 83 nursing homes facilities near West Hempstead, New York. See the full list.

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