
Compare Independent Living around East Setauket
| Jefferson’s Ferry | IL AL MC NH SNF | So Setauket | 60
Facility
60
NY AVG
160
Rank
#643 / 742 | No |
21
Facility
21
NY AVG
63
Rank
#1020 / 1169 | Active Retirement Community Inc (Not For Profit) | 88
Facility
88
NY AVG
83
Rank
#213 / 591 | 6 | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Village at South Setauket: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community | IL AL | South Setauket | 200
Facility
200
NY AVG
160
Rank
#167 / 742 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
NY AVG
63
Rank
#772 / 1169 | Atr New York Lh, Inc | 77
Facility
77
NY AVG
83
Rank
#395 / 591 | 8 | 62.5%
Facility
62.5%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#229 / 321 | 4
Facility
4
NY AVG
6
Rank
#164 / 321 | 6
Facility
6
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#197 / 321 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#181 / 321 | Studio / 1 Bed |
Jefferson’s Ferry sits at 500 Mather Drive in South Setauket, a continuing care community whose skilled nursing unit, The Vincent Bove Health Center, holds 60 beds under Active Retirement Community Inc. The range here is real: nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care all exist within the same community, not as separate, disconnected offerings.
Most admissions to the skilled nursing side are short-term, covered under Medicare, and the facility also takes Medicaid and private pay. Occupancy sits at 88 percent, 53 of 60 beds filled. Getting around outside the community takes a car; the Walk Score is 21, solidly car-dependent.
Staffing is where the numbers actually say something concrete. Total nursing care runs 5 hours and 28 minutes per resident, per day, with registered nurses handling 1 hour and 6 minutes of that. Rehabilitation services round out the clinical offering, supporting residents working toward a return home or a transition to a lower level of care within the same community.
On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to center on fire-safety systems and staffing and staff credentials, the kind of operational areas regulators typically review at skilled nursing units inside larger continuing care communities.
What can be said about Jefferson’s Ferry is that it is a skilled nursing unit backed by real staffing depth, embedded inside a continuing care community structured so a resident’s needs can shift, short-term rehab now, something more permanent later, without starting over somewhere new.
The Village at South Setauket: A Willow Ridge Senior Living Community
The Village at South Setauket is an assisted living community in South Setauket, NY, offering independent living and personal care. Here, older adults can feel at home, especially with the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment. Housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and restaurant-style dining are among the exceptional services provided to help residents maintain their independence. Along with personalized care plans, on-site physical and occupational therapy are also provided for residents’ holistic wellness.
Social events, light exercises, and activities are curated monthly to help residents stay active and encourage them to explore interests. Residents also have access to first-class amenities, like the salon, outdoor pool, and courtyard, for their relaxation and wellness. Located near fast-food chains, shops, recreation sites, and public transportation in South Setauket, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community has high-quality services dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it a great choice for senior living in New York.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in East Setauket, NY
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 2 independent living communities in East Setauket, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in East Setauket, 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 East Setauket, 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 independent living communities in East Setauket, 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.










