Island Assisted Living in Long Island, NY | 6 Photos

Overview of Island Assisted Living

Island Assisted Living is a distinguished community situated in the thriving neighborhood of Hempstead, NY, that offers assisted living. Alongside a variety of purposely built, private, and semi-private rooms, housekeeping and laundry services are also provided to ensure residents feel at ease during their stay. Here, residents also receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities and healthcare needs from a respectful and well-trained team 24/7.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, engaging social events and fun activities are conducted. A restaurant-style dining is provided, ensuring residents enjoy delicious and healthy dining options three times daily. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its friendly environment and cozy amenities.

(516) 588-6860 info@IslandAssistedLiving.com

200-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

13 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 67 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAdult Home

CountyNassau

Island Assisted Living is legally operated by Newco Alp Inc..

Accept Medicaid

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Private/Semi-Private Rooms

Restaurant-Style Dining

24/7 Access To Staff

Housekeeping & Laundry Services

Case Management Assistance

Specific ProgramsIsland Community, Island Experience, Tour The Island, Entertainment, Medicaid Assisted Living, Medicaid Program, Medicare Vs. Medicaid Assisted Living, Latest News & Blog

Touring Hours9:00am to 5:00pm

Food DescriptionProviding 3 meals daily, our restaurant dining experience at Island Assisted Living offers a variety of options along with healthy snacks throughout the day.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 enforcement actions 22 violations 18 inspections

Inspection Score

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

Inspection Scorecard 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 2021 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection February 21, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	18	9	This facility has 100% more total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (18 vs. NY avg 9).↑ 100% worse
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	6	4	This facility has 50% more inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (6 vs. NY avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	33%	44%	This facility has 11 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (33% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 11% better Rank #131 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 131st out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	17	6	This facility has 183% more complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (17 vs. NY avg 6).↑ 183% worse Rank #302 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 302nd out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violations Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total violations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	22	14.5	This facility has 52% more total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (22 vs. NY avg 14.5).↑ 52% worse Rank #276 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 276th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Violations per year Average violations per year since 2021.	4.4	2.9	This facility has 52% more violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (4.4 vs. NY avg 2.9).↑ 52% worse
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	1.2	1.6	This facility has 25% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (1.2 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 25% better Rank #220 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 220th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violation breakdown

6 Environmental Standards NY avg: 1.7

6 Food and Service NY avg: 1.1

2 Personnel NY avg: 0.7

1 Records and Reports NY avg: 2.0

7 Resident Services NY avg: 2.9

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

February 21, 2025 complaint investigation found no violations and no deficiencies were cited.
June 26, 2024 renewal inspection identified 10 deficiencies involving medication management, food service, personnel, and environmental standards.
Prior inspections showed recurring food service sanitation and safety deficiencies, including one violation in October 2022 and several in earlier renewals.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Mid-rise

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Managed by Aaron Sacks

Administrator

1.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Hempstead's city center to Island Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.


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What neighborhood is Island Assisted Living in?

Island Assisted Living is in the Hempstead Town House Condominiums neighborhood of Hempstead.

Who is the owner of Island Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Island Assisted Living is Newco Alp Inc..

Is Island Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Island Assisted Living has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Island Assisted Living have?

Island Assisted Living has 200 beds.

Are there photos of Island Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Island Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Island Assisted Living?

Island Assisted Living is located at 820 Front St, Hempstead, NY 11550, United States.

What is the phone number of Island Assisted Living?

(516) 588-6860 will put you in contact with the team at Island Assisted Living.

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