Netherbay at Bay Shore
36 S. Clinton Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706
"The all-new Netherbay at Bay Shore provides compassionate and attentive assisted living services and memory care services. Opening at the en..."
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36 S. Clinton Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706
"The all-new Netherbay at Bay Shore provides compassionate and attentive assisted living services and memory care services. Opening at the en..."
READ MORE131 Avenue C, Holbrook, NY 11741
"Sophia’s Care Services is a residential care home that is located in Holbrook, New York in Suffolk County. Sofia‘s Care Services is your ..."
READ MORE760 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY 11731
4.6
(39 reviews)
"My impression of The Bristal Assisted Living at East Northport during our tour was great. It was over the top, it was nice. It was like a hotel, I passed by the dining room and it had linen tablecloths, they had waiters and waitresses, and they were ..."
READ MORE129 Lakeland Avenue, Sayville, NY 11782
4.7
(25 reviews)
"My cousin is a resident here and I helped her choose this facility last year. Every time I visit her I know it was the best decision. She is part of a community of wonderful people who care about her....both residents and staff. She has truly found h..."
READ MORE2995 Middle Country Road, Lake Grove, NY 11755
4.6
(28 reviews)
"I toured The Bristal Assisted Living at Lake Grove. It has a lot of rooms. It was very nice. I think that I'd want to go there eventually. The staff was very helpful and nice. Everything was clean and well-maintained. They have a gym and a salon. It ..."
READ MORE70 Pinelawn Road, Melville, NY 11747
4.4
(14 reviews)
"Our cousin lived in in this facility since March 2020. COVID hit and the doors were closed. Our cousin just passed at age 102 but the care and love she received in these past 2 plus years has been so comforting. At the end of her life she had be ..."
READ MORE5535 Expressway Drive North, Holtsville, NY 11742
4.2
(18 reviews)
"The Bristal at Holtsville was wonderful, but it was very expensive. My mother was very happy there in her apartment. It was beautiful. She was very, very happy with the food. She was very sociable there, which was good for her because she wasn't very..."
READ MORE1500 Brecknock Road, Greenport, NY 11944
4.5
(9 reviews)
"We toured the independent living part of Peconic Landing and it was a very positive experience. The facility is beautiful. The actual location of it is right on the water which gives it almost a vacation feel that, at times, I thought we were at a co..."
READ MORE131 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I have chosen Village Walk for my mother. My mother has moved into their assisted living. They were one of the few assisted living communities that offered a high-level care, which was something my mother would require. It's probably my main reason, ..."
READ MORE391 North Country Road, Smithtown, NY 11787
4.2
(14 reviews)
"Staff is very caring and supportive. Like a family. The have all the medical services you require. and a great rehab department..."
READ MORE500 Mather Drive, South Setauket, NY 11720
4.3
(10 reviews)
"We went to Jefferson's Ferry. It was beautiful, great, clean, but it was just too much money. It was a very pleasant place. They were good, we didn't have any complaints, and we did not have any issues. They had an activity night and bingo. It was mo..."
READ MORE70 Greenlawn Road, Huntington, NY 11743
4.0
(16 reviews)
"Our experience having my husband at Maryville Enhanced Assisted Living Center has been fine. The living atmosphere of the community is very good and the staff is very caring. His room is very clean and well kept. They have activities, trivia, and the..."
READ MORE565 Albany Ave, Amityville, NY 11701
3.9
(22 reviews)
"We went to Dominican Village. It's very good, I was very happy with it, and the person who accommodated us was very good. She made us feel comfortable, she knew what she was talking about, and brought us to many parts of the facility. The dining room..."
READ MORE520 Montauk Highway, West Babylon, NY 11751
4.2
(8 reviews)
"I went to The Bristal at West Babylon. The rooms were very spacious and beautiful. The whole facility offered everything from A to Z. It was a wonderful facility. We didn't really meet a lot of staff, but they seemed very polite. They have a lot of a..."
READ MORE286 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772
3.9
(13 reviews)
"My Mom is at McPeaks. It is a very well kept home. Admin is on-site 7 days a week. If anything happens, such as a fall, I am contacted immediately and assistance is given immediately as well, including transport to the hospital. Food is very good. I ..."
READ MORE366 Gibbs Pond Rd, Nesconset, NY 11767
4.3
(6 reviews)
"My aunt is in Olsen Rest Home. She's only been there a short time, but she seems to like it a lot, and she seems fine. I call her on the phone. She loves the food. She thinks it's wonderful. She says everybody's very nice, and she seems to like them...."
READ MORE445 Broadway Avenue, Sayville, NY 11782
3.8
(13 reviews)
"My grandma has lived here for almost two years and she is very happy with it. Our family has been very happy with it as well, she has made a lot of new friends, the food is great, the staff are all helpful and go above and beyond. Very pleased with e..."
READ MORE400 Sutton Court, Mount Sinai, NY 11766
4.1
(6 reviews)
"Room is great and cleaned daily, nice large private CLEAN bathroom. Staff in the memory care unit is friendly. Front desk friendly. Mom gets her hair done and looks well. She is well looked after and SAFE...."
READ MORE1350 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
4.0
(7 reviews)
"As the weather warms, the ladies are dividing our orange and yellow Stella D'oro & Happy Returns daylillies, and also plant & prepare our truck & box gardens, while the men tidy up the property between weekly landscaper visits (the landscapers shape ..."
READ MORE1529 N Ocean Ave, Medford, NY 11763
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Medford Hamlet was beautiful but didn’t have a locked unit, which is important to me. However, I would like to go there. It was spotless, beautiful, and nice. The restaurant was beautiful. It all looked like it was the perfect place, but it didn’t ha..."
READ MOREThe Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey discloses that in New York, assisted living fees are a little higher than the national median, indicating that this state tends to be a pricey option for this level of care. On average, seniors in the United States pay $4,300 per month for assisted living. In New York, fees are roughly 12% higher at $4,800. In Suffolk County, which is located about 80 miles east of the New York City area and has the same cost of living, the average is $5,991.
The Suffolk County region is among the priciest options in New York for assisted living. On average, seniors in this region pay $5,991 per month. Only a handful of cities in the state have higher assisted living fees, including the Watertown area, where facilities charge approximately $6,034. In the Poughkeepsie area, care costs are considerably lower at $5,154 per month. The Utica area is relatively affordable at $4,905 per month, and in the Albany area, rates are consistent with the statewide median at $4,800. The Buffalo area is among the most cost-effective locations in the state at $4,565. In Bridgeport, Connecticut, which is located about 45 miles from Suffolk County, assisted living care costs are significantly higher at $7,838 per month.
New York
$4,800
The United States
$4,300
Albany
$4,800
Watertown
$6,034
Utica
$4,905
Buffalo
$4,565
Bridgeport, CT
$7,838
New York offers an Assisted Living Program (ALP) to help residents who need nursing care pay for room and board in assisted living facilities. This is a Community First Choice State Plan Option (CFCO), similar to a Medicaid waiver.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Suffolk County Office for the Aging | (631) 853-8200 | The Suffolk County Office for the Aging is the Area Agency on Aging that serves those aged 60 and over. It hosts informational workshops that cover topics relevant to aging, such as chronic disease management and enjoying life-long health. The agency promotes access to services through its information, assistance and referral program, and it hosts annual free tax preparation services for seniors. |
Veterans Service Agency | (631) 853-8387 | Suffolk County is home to the largest population of veterans in the state. To serve this community, it has an office dedicated to helping veterans and their spouses, children or survivors access the benefits that they’re entitled to. At the agency, veterans service officers screen veterans for eligibility for programs such as VA healthcare, pension benefits, disability compensation and the Aid and Attendance benefit. |
RSVP Suffolk | (631) 979-9490 | RSVP Suffolk provides a diverse range of volunteer opportunities to county residents aged 55 and over, allowing them to connect with and serve their community in a way that fits their interests and abilities. In addition to volunteer opportunities, RSVP offers tai chi classes to help those living with arthritis. It also offers a six-week workshop that discusses how to take charge of aging-related health conditions. |
Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance | (800) 701-0501 | HICAP is a statewide program that provides free information and assistance with accessing health insurance, which may help older adults identify their options for covering assisted living expenses. Through this program, trained volunteers answer clients’ questions about their Medicare benefits and can help them find a Medicare Advantage or prescription drug plan that meets their needs. They can also provide information on long-term care insurance. |
Nassau Suffolk Law Services | (631) 232-2400 | Nassau Suffolk Law Services is a nonprofit legal agency that provides free services to those aged 60 and over. It has two locations in Suffolk County, including one in Islandia and one in Riverhead. At these offices, older adults can obtain assistance with applying for Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare and Medicaid. |
Catholic Charities of Long Island | (516) 733-7000 | Catholic Charities of Long Island is a nonprofit organization that provides an array of services to seniors in the community. Through its senior case management program, a case manager works with clients to assess their needs and create a service plan that may include services such as transportation, prescription drug assistance and state and local entitlements. |
Suffolk County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Robert
4.0
Review of Birchwood Suites
I visited Birchwood Suites in East Northport and toured their assisted living. It's clean and doesn't smell, has a lot of activities, and a nice staff. The person who gave the tour was also very...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#RD0130i
5.0
Review of Amber Court of Smithtown
Amber Court of Smithtown astounded us best because it permits us to have my daughter on the list. I was impressed with them. I liked it better than the one in Westbury. The rooms were lovely and...
Assisted Living
Blanche
5.0
Review of Atria Huntington
Atria Huntington is a very good place. It's excellent. My friend gets very good care, and he is very happy there. His room is very large. The building was a school once, so everybody had one large...