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Best Independent Living in Suffolk County, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 independent living communities in Suffolk County, NY using NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NY
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Jordan Weiss, PhD
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We analyzed These are the facilities in Suffolk County, NY our team has analyzed — not a count of every independent living provider in Suffolk County, NY.
2 homes
Other senior care options in Suffolk County:
Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Homes

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Avg Walk Score: 71/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Suffolk County, 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: 118The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Suffolk County, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. 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.
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 score. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
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.
Brightview Port Jefferson
IL
AL
MC
Port Jefferson Station
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 126
Rank #210 / 355
Yes
53
Facility 53
NY AVG 64
Rank #486 / 753
Bv Port Jefferson Operator, LLCA-6
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #91 / 323
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 6
Rank #216 / 323
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #86 / 323
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #73 / 323
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Village Walk at Patchogue
IL
AL
MC
RC
Patchogue (Village Of Patchogue)
146
Facility 146
NY AVG 126
Rank #119 / 355
Yes
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 64
Rank #217 / 753
Carlisle Patchogue Operator, IncB+12
75%
Facility 75%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #273 / 323
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 6
Rank #216 / 323
20
Facility 20
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #278 / 323
1.7
Facility 1.7
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #188 / 323
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NY community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Suffolk County. See how we rank facilities

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Brightview Port Jefferson

1175 Patchogue Road, 1175 Ny-112, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
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Overview of Brightview Port Jefferson
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Overlooking the quiet neighborhood of Port Jefferson Station, NY, Brightview Port Jefferson is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Retire in the comfort of well-appointed accommodations with individually controlled heating and air conditioning and 24-hour emergency call system for added security and support. A compassionate care team is available 24/7 to provide round-the-clock support and assistance, providing utmost comfort and peace of mind.

A thrilling, worry-free lifestyle awaits at Brightview Port Jefferson with a wide range of interesting enriching activities and programs, daily chef-inspired meals, and resort-style amenities. There are plenty of inviting and stimulating common areas that foster engagement and enrichment of residents’ overall well-being. From multipurpose great room for entertainment, presentations, and gatherings to an arts, crafts and hobbies room with “Brain Fitness” learning stations, residents are guaranteed to find interesting things to do that brings both happiness and lifestyle enhancement.

Phone: (631) 473-3300

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Village Walk at Patchogue

131 E Main St, Patchogue, NY 11772
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Village Walk at Patchogue is a charming and inviting community in Patchogue, NY, offering a peaceful environment for assisted living and memory care. Residents here receive tailored care and compassionate assistance with their daily living activities from a team of highly skilled care professionals. Those living with Alzheimer’s, Lewy body dementia, or other memory conditions thrive in the community’s safe and structured memory care unit where they are given personalized care and vibrant programs tailored to improve their independence, functioning, and cognitive abilities.

As a community dedicated to building trust and strong connections, Village Walk at Patchogue provides an array of enriching activities that bring residents together and nurture their overall well-being. With 24/7 security and emergency response systems available, residents can enjoy their peace of mind amidst a safe and secure environment. The community also provides access to various therapy services and convenient amenities like a salon, bistro, and internet lounge for an elevated living experience.

Phone: (631) 503-9000

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Suffolk County, 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 Suffolk County, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Suffolk County, 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 Suffolk County, 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 Suffolk County, 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.

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