Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Long Island, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 assisted living communities in Long Island, NY using NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NY
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Info below is compiled from the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in violations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Bristal Assisted Living at Lake Grove
AL
IL
MC
Lake Grove
155
Facility 155
NY AVG 121
Rank #89 / 309
Yes
57
Facility 57
NY AVG 54
Rank #155 / 330
Lake Grove Senior Care LLCA-8
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #172 / 301
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #115 / 301
0.8
Facility 0.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #115 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bristal at Jericho
AL
Jericho (The Hamlet Estates)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 121
Rank #21 / 309
Yes
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 54
Rank #196 / 330
Engel Burman Senior Care At Jericho, LLCB+4
75%
Facility 75%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #254 / 301
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #82 / 301
0.8
Facility 0.8
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #115 / 301
Suite / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Gurwin Jewish – Fay J. Lindner Residences
AL
ADC
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Commack
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 121
Rank #21 / 309
No
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 54
Rank #272 / 330
Gurwin Jewish - Fay J. Lindner Residences, IncB+7
57%
Facility 57%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #219 / 301
7
Facility 7
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #132 / 301
1.0
Facility 1.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #131 / 301
-
Dominican Village
AL
IL
RC
Amityville (North Amityville)
66
Facility 66
NY AVG 121
Rank #241 / 309
Yes
33
Facility 33
NY AVG 54
Rank #239 / 330
Dominican Village EhpB+5
40%
Facility 40%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #144 / 301
7
Facility 7
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #132 / 301
1.4
Facility 1.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #179 / 301
-
Brightview Sayville
AL
IL
MC
Sayville
92
Facility 92
NY AVG 121
Rank #184 / 309
Yes
37
Facility 37
NY AVG 54
Rank #225 / 330
Bv Sayville Operator, LLCC+9
78%
Facility 78%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #265 / 301
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #177 / 301
1.3
Facility 1.3
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #166 / 301
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NY assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Long Island. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of The Bristal Assisted Living at Lake Grove

The Bristal at Lake Grove promises luxurious senior living by ensuring that residents are celebrated for their individuality and are encouraged to embrace their unique identity. Offering a comfortable assisted living home for seniors in Suffolk, its top-rated services aim to enhance the quality of life for every senior. The Bristal ensures residents maintain an active and enriched lifestyle that helps cultivate growth and a graceful aging experience.

The luxurious resort-style community in Lake Grove provides residents with all the necessary care by providing personal and 24-hour nurse care. Essential services include housekeeping, chef-prepared meals, medication management, transportation, recreational activities, and ADLs. Amenities include a library, a cinema, a fitness studio, an outdoor patio, an art studio, a bingo room, a putting green, and a swimming pool.

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Overview of The Bristal at Jericho

The Bristal at Jericho provides assisted living in Jericho, NY. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own living space, making the community potentially suitable for someone who needs this support without round-the-clock skilled nursing care.

The community has 200 beds and offers suite, studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing options. A studio provides one private living space, while the larger layouts may suit a couple moving together or a resident who wants more room. The community is located in the Hamlet Estates neighborhood.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted payment sources, giving families two potential ways to help cover eligible care or services. Residents may keep pets, spend time in the garden, and use rehabilitation services, including short-term rehabilitation. A doctor is also on staff, and the community is operated by Engel Burman Senior Care at Jericho.

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Overview of Gurwin Jewish – Fay J. Lindner Residences

Gurwin’s Assisted Living on Long Island aims for an elegant, independent lifestyle with added support. Their assisted living community fosters personalized relationships, creating a social, engaging, and supportive environment. Residents enjoy enriched lives through friendships, fine dining, and various activities.

As part of the Gurwin Healthcare System’s Life Plan Community, residents have priority access to additional assisted living levels of care, ensuring comprehensive support for Long Island’s older adults. The residences within the community offer worry-free living with well-equipped apartments, weekly housekeeping, linen services, and 24-hour security. Transportation services and an onsite beauty salon and barber shop add convenience and luxury, anticipating and meeting residents’ diverse needs for a harmonious and comfortable living experience.

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Overview of Dominican Village

The Villas at Dominican Village aims to redefine independent and assisted living within a vibrant, secure, and luxurious environment, fostering a community prioritizing comfort, convenience, and companionship within Amityville, New York. Their mission centers on providing seniors with a lifestyle that promotes autonomy while offering the convenience of community living. The community values the importance of each resident’s unique personality and family connections.

The Villas’ amenities and assisted living facilities are designed to enhance the overall well-being of residents. Independent living options feature thoughtfully designed floor plans, ranging from compact to expansive suites with full kitchens and private balconies or patios. Assisted and Enhanced Assisted Living options provide supportive environments, including private apartments with personalized assistance, on-site medical care, and engaging social activities. The floor plans promote a homely ambiance, emphasizing functionality, safety, and comfort. The Villas strives to create an inviting, secure environment tailored to individual needs, reinforcing the sense of home for all residents.

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Overview of Brightview Sayville

Overlooking the vibrant neighborhood of Sayville, NY, Brightview Sayville is a dynamic senior living community that offers resort-style independent living in a welcoming and secure setting. Residents enjoy the comfort and privacy of well-curated apartments that provide easy access to the community’s many amenities. The community offers interior and exterior maintenance, housekeeping, and linen laundry services to free residents from the burden of tedious chores and tasks.

Residents find plenty of opportunities for making new connections, exploring new hobbies, or reliving old ones, just right outside their door with convenient amenities and regularly conducted activities. The community provides chef-prepared meals to save residents from the hassle of preparing their own meals while making sure they get the nourishment and energy they need for a bright and active day. With transportation assistance, emergency assistance, and high-quality care options when needed, residents can comfortably retire, knowing that they have access to necessary services and amenities for a fulfilling way of life.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Long Island at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 47/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Long Island, NY. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 153The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Long Island, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Long Island, NY

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New York?

Assisted living in New York supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York?

Assisted living in New York is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New York Medicaid cover assisted living?

New York Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New York) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 15 assisted living facilities in Long Island, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Long Island, NY?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Long Island, NY, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Long Island, NY?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.