The Bristal at East Northport

Overview of The Bristal at East Northport

Warm and welcoming senior living community, The Bristal at East Northport is tucked away in Holtsville, New York. The community provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and special support for seniors suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in its Reflections Memory Care. The Bristal prides itself on providing outstanding care and dedication. Situated in a convenient location bounded by the villages of Smithtown, Northport, and Huntington, locals can easily stroll to dining, shopping, entertainment, and cultural attractions.

The Bristal at East Northport aims to offer a unique living environment with sincere attention to detail and first-rate amenities. In addition to a cinema, country cuisine, and outdoor pool, residents also enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with individualized support and independence. This friendly community offers residents comfort and peace of mind with its emergency response system, round-the-clock security monitoring, and professionally trained staff on hand.

(631) 858-0100

166-bed community

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

Walk Score: 63 / 100

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

About this community

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program

CountySuffolk

The Bristal at East Northport is legally operated by Engel Burman Sr. Housing at East Northport, LLC.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 0 enforcement actions 2 violations 6 inspections

Inspection Score

12 points above 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 2022 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection April 30, 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.	6	9	This facility has 33% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (6 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 33% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 50% better
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.	4	6	This facility has 33% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (4 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 33% better Rank #163 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 163rd 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.	2	14.5	This facility has 86% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 86% better Rank #134 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 134th 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 2022.	0.5	3.6	This facility has 86% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.5 vs. NY avg 3.6).↓ 86% better
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	0.3	1.6	This facility has 81% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 81% better Rank #115 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 115th 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

1 Environmental Standards NY avg: 1.7

1 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.

April 30, 2025 complaint investigation found no violations or deficiencies.
December 18, 2024 renewal inspection cited one environmental standards violation.
June 8, 2022 renewal inspection cited one resident services violation, indicating ongoing issues in care delivery.

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Total Cases 6

Active Cases 1

Closed 5

Since 2018

Most Recent 2024

Next Court Date Jun 02, 2026

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

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11.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from East Northport's city center to The Bristal at East Northport's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.49 miles to nearest hospital (Rapid Covid MD)

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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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