
Compare Independent Living around Long Island
| Brightview Sayville | IL AL MC | Sayville (Broadway Avenue) | 92
Facility
92
NY AVG
160
Rank
#528 / 748 | No |
37
Facility
37
NY AVG
63
Rank
#897 / 1173 | Bv Sayville Operator, LLC | 84
Facility
84
NY AVG
83
Rank
#278 / 593 | 9 | 77.8%
Facility
77.8%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#262 / 318 | 6
Facility
6
NY AVG
6
Rank
#212 / 318 | 12
Facility
12
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#245 / 318 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#230 / 318 | - |
| The Bristal Assisted Living at Lake Grove | IL AL MC | Lake Grove (Lake Grove Shopping Center) | 155
Facility
155
NY AVG
160
Rank
#340 / 748 | Yes |
57
Facility
57
NY AVG
63
Rank
#726 / 1173 | Lake Grove Senior Care LLC | 94
Facility
94
NY AVG
83
Rank
#82 / 593 | 6 | 33.3%
Facility
33.3%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#131 / 318 | 5
Facility
5
NY AVG
6
Rank
#182 / 318 | 2
Facility
2
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#134 / 318 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#115 / 318 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Gurwin Jewish – Fay J. Lindner Residences | IL ADC AL HC MC NC NH PC | Commack | 200
Facility
200
NY AVG
160
Rank
#169 / 748 | No |
24
Facility
24
NY AVG
63
Rank
#1005 / 1173 | Gurwin Jewish - Fay J. Lindner Residences, Inc | 93
Facility
93
NY AVG
83
Rank
#97 / 593 | 5 | 40%
Facility
40%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#167 / 318 | 4
Facility
4
NY AVG
6
Rank
#163 / 318 | 5
Facility
5
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#186 / 318 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#200 / 318 | - |
| Dominican Village | IL AL RC | Amityville (North Amityville) | 66
Facility
66
NY AVG
160
Rank
#628 / 748 | No |
33
Facility
33
NY AVG
63
Rank
#942 / 1173 | Dominican Village Ehp | 98
Facility
98
NY AVG
83
Rank
#14 / 593 | 4 | 25%
Facility
25%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#111 / 318 | 3
Facility
3
NY AVG
6
Rank
#129 / 318 | 1
Facility
1
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#103 / 318 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#115 / 318 | - |
| The Bristal at Westbury | IL AL MC | Westbury (Village Of Westbury) | 180
Facility
180
NY AVG
160
Rank
#268 / 748 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
NY AVG
63
Rank
#402 / 1173 | Westbury Senior Living Inc | 93
Facility
93
NY AVG
83
Rank
#97 / 593 | 7 | 14.3%
Facility
14.3%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#99 / 318 | 7
Facility
7
NY AVG
6
Rank
#233 / 318 | 1
Facility
1
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#103 / 318 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#103 / 318 | Suite / Studio / 1 Bed |
| The Bristal at Holtsville | IL AL MC | Holtsville (Express Drive North) | 166
Facility
166
NY AVG
160
Rank
#287 / 748 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
NY AVG
63
Rank
#906 / 1173 | Eb Care At Farmingville LLC | 94
Facility
94
NY AVG
83
Rank
#82 / 593 | 9 | 22.2%
Facility
22.2%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#110 / 318 | 6
Facility
6
NY AVG
6
Rank
#212 / 318 | 2
Facility
2
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#134 / 318 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#106 / 318 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Bristal at North Woodmere | IL AL MC | North Woodmere (Hungry Harbor Road) | 155
Facility
155
NY AVG
160
Rank
#340 / 748 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
NY AVG
63
Rank
#966 / 1173 | Hungry Harbor Care LLC | 90
Facility
90
NY AVG
83
Rank
#166 / 593 | 3 | 100%
Facility
100%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#286 / 318 | 2
Facility
2
NY AVG
6
Rank
#97 / 318 | 0
Facility
0
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#1 / 318 | 0
Facility
0
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 318 | Suite / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Bristal at Massapequa | IL AL MC | Massapequa | 86
Facility
86
NY AVG
160
Rank
#551 / 748 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
NY AVG
63
Rank
#661 / 1173 | Eb Care At Massapequa, LLC | 88
Facility
88
NY AVG
83
Rank
#214 / 593 | 3 | 33.3%
Facility
33.3%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#131 / 318 | 0
Facility
0
NY AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 318 | 1
Facility
1
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#103 / 318 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#115 / 318 | Suite / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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.
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.
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.
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.
Located within the neighborhood of Holtsville, NY, The Bristal at Holtsville provides families in Suffolk County with an assisted living experience like no other – in services, amenities, and care. The Bristal at Holtsville offers various living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, where their professional and courteous team leads in providing top-of-the-line assistance and care fit to the varying needs of their residents.
Conveniently located near The Brookhaven Wildlife and Ecology Center, the amphitheater at Bald Hill, and the downtown area of Patchogue, residents at The Bristal can visit and enjoy fine restaurants, theaters, and cultural attractions. Dedicated to creating a dynamic and active atmosphere for its residents, the community offers amenities, including a heated outdoor pool, a putting green, a cinema, a fitness center, a full programming calendar, and a pet-friendly community
Located in Westbury, NY, The Bristal at Westbury provides a dynamic assisted living experience catered to the requirements and preferences of its residents. Residents can choose from friendship suites, studios, or one-bedroom apartments, each equipped with a kitchenette and private bathroom. The community’s Reflections Memory Care area offers outstanding care, including assistance for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients. Residents get three delectable meals daily, housekeeping, laundry, and round-the-clock security. Scheduled transportation makes it simple to go to local amenities, and trips to NYC are made convenient by the LIRR’s proximity.
Committed to creating an engaging environment, The Bristal at Westbury offers a range of amenities and activities to foster social connections and wellness. Residents may stay active with amenities, including a fitness facility and putting green, while the Bistro Grille serves beverages all day long. With a billiards club, movie theater, library, and creative arts studio, the community offers plenty of engaging activities all year round. The Bristal at Westbury aims to offer contemporary, enjoyable, and meaningful living where people feel completely at home.
Overlooking the tranquil shores of a picturesque lake, The Bristal at North Woodmere offers a serene retreat within the charming North Woodmere, NY. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, among other senior living alternatives, residents lead relaxed yet active lives within the community. You can find a living space that fits your preferences, from comfortable studios to roomy two-bedroom apartments.
The Bristal at North Woodmere is a dynamic community focused on holistic care and active living, committed to promoting personal growth and improving quality of life. The community provides residents with various amenities that allow them to participate in various planned social activities, pursue their interests in the fitness facility or creative arts studio, and 24-hour security surveillance that keeps them safe. Other amenities include a beauty salon, cinema, library, outdoor courtyard, and country club-style dining.
The Bristal at Massapequa is an idyllic senior living community located at County Line Road, Massapequa, NY offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring various floor plans including studio suites, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites, the community provides cozy and spacious residences. With an exclusive Reflection memory care, the community offers a reflection suite for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
The community boasts a team of humble, dedicated, and well-trained professionals who provide the utmost care and assistance 24/7. Here, residents enjoy healthy and hearty meals three times daily. The Bristal at Massapequa is equipped with Bistro Grille, a creative arts studio, a programming room, a wallstreet room, a beauty salon and barbershop, a cinema, a library, a fitness center, and a courtyard. Delivering top-notch care and assistance, the community ensures a relaxing and safe residence for its residents.
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 Long Island, 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 8 independent living communities in Long Island, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.

















