The Chelsea at Brookhaven
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Yaphank, NY

The Chelsea at Brookhaven

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Yaphank, NY

Overview of The Chelsea at Brookhaven

Set in the quiet community of Yaphank, NY, The Chelsea at Brookhaven is a peaceful senior living community that provides well-designed accommodations for Independent Living , Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short Stays. Residents can choose from a variety of floor plans, including studios and one-bedroom apartments. With a 24/7 expert clinical team and emergency response system, residents can rest assured, knowing that their needs will be met immediately.

The community ensures residents maintain their holistic well-being with a variety of services like on-site physical, occupational and speech therapy, preventative health screenings and education, and pharmacy services. A vibrant calendar of activities, planned outings, and live entertainment helps residents live a vibrant and entertaining life. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance are handled to provide residents with more time to explore the community’s delightful amenities.

(631) 816-2339
Bed community size
81-bed community Rank #578 / 748Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 578th out of 748 homes in New York. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 5 / 100 Rank #1121 / 1173Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1121st out of 1173 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program
CountySuffolk

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Chelsea at Brookhaven is legally operated by Brookhaven Senior Living, LLC.

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Inspection History

In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 1 enforcement action 21 violations 9 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical New York assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

14 points below the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection score: 69 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 14 points below the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Enforcement Actions Info Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2022
1 enforcement action

This facility has 1 enforcement action. 77% of New York assisted living residences have zero, and the statewide average is 0.6.

  • December 5, 2022 #ACF-22-060

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average 5 Worse Metrics worse than New York average:
• Total violations (45% above)
• Violations per year (47% above)
• Violations per inspection (44% above)
• Inspections with violations (75% above)
• Inspection violation rate (77% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at New York average:
• Total inspections (at NY avg)
1 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Complaint visits (50% below)
Latest Inspection July 3, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 99 This facility has total inspections in line with the New York average (9 vs. NY avg 9).— At avg
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 74 This facility has 75% more inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (7 vs. NY avg 4).↑ 75% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 78%44% This facility has 34 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (78% vs. NY avg 44%).↑ 34% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 36 This facility has 50% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (3 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 50% better

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNY Averagevs. NY Avg
Total violations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2114.5 This facility has 45% more total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (21 vs. NY avg 14.5).↑ 45% worse
Violations per year Info Average violations per year since 2022. 5.33.6 This facility has 47% more violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (5.3 vs. NY avg 3.6).↑ 47% worse
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 2.31.6 This facility has 44% more violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (2.3 vs. NY avg 1.6).↑ 44% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • October 9, 2024 complaint investigation found 11 deficiencies across resident services, food service, disaster procedures, admission standards, protections, and records.
  • Multiple inspections from April 2022 through October 2024 repeatedly cited records and reports violations, showing a persistent compliance problem in documentation.
  • July 3, 2025 complaint investigation closed with no violations and no substantiated complaints.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
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Address 3.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Yaphank's city center to The Chelsea at Brookhaven's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New York

The Chelsea at Brookhaven is located in Yaphank, New York.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New York.

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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled
General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion
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Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+
General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $15,000 individual
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Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+
General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household
Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
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Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+
General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household
Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
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Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits
Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)
General NYC resident, able to share living space.
Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.
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Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits
Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

Frequently Asked Questions about The Chelsea at Brookhaven

Who is the owner of The Chelsea at Brookhaven?

The legal owner and operator of The Chelsea at Brookhaven is Brookhaven Senior Living, LLC.

Is The Chelsea at Brookhaven in a walkable area?

The Chelsea at Brookhaven has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How many beds does The Chelsea at Brookhaven have?

The Chelsea at Brookhaven has 81 beds.

Are there photos of The Chelsea at Brookhaven?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Chelsea at Brookhaven in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of The Chelsea at Brookhaven?

(631) 816-2339 will put you in contact with the team at The Chelsea at Brookhaven.

What county is The Chelsea at Brookhaven located in?

The Chelsea at Brookhaven is in Suffolk County.

Is The Chelsea at Brookhaven Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Chelsea at Brookhaven is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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