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Compare Memory Care around Commack
The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
| Artis Senior Living of Commack |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Commack (Mayfair Shopping Center) | 64
Facility
64
NY AVG
160
Rank
#640 / 748 | No |
61
Facility
61
NY AVG
63
Rank
#686 / 1173 | Artis Senior Living Operator Of Commack, LLC | 95
Facility
95
NY AVG
83
Rank
#48 / 344 | 3 | 66.7%
Facility
66.7%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#232 / 318 | 1
Facility
1
NY AVG
6
Rank
#56 / 318 | 4
Facility
4
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#170 / 318 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#230 / 318 | Suite |
| Gurwin Jewish Nursing and Rehabilitation Center |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Commack | 460
Facility
460
NY AVG
160
Rank
#16 / 748 | No |
50
Facility
50
NY AVG
63
Rank
#781 / 1173 | The Rosalind And Joseph Gurwin Jewish Geriatric Center Of Long Islandá (Not For Profit) | 74 | 19 | - | - | - | - | - |
Overview of Artis Senior Living of Commack
Based in the tranquil community of Commack, NY, the Artis Senior Living of Commack is a trusted community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose among furnished suites with several floor plans tailored to their preferences. This community provides a wide array of features and services including a 24-hour on-site licensed nurse, 10, 000+ sq. ft. of secure indoor space, secure walking paths, and close to Caleb Smith Park and Nature Preserve. As for memory care, it offers an intentional and assessment-based plan of care for those with cognitive conditions.
Discover its top-tier amenities wherein residents can enjoy delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals, an art studio, a barbershop, and a beauty salon. Meet new people and create lasting memories through various physical and social activities at the program and wellness centers. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can live a wondrous life with Artis Senior Living of Commack.
Overview of Gurwin Jewish Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Gurwin Jewish Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a big memory care and skilled nursing community in Commack, on Long Island’s North Shore. It stands in a somewhat walkable neighborhood with the surrounding mix of residential and commercial areas common for the area. The community, operating as part of the Rosalind and Joseph Gurwin Jewish Geriatric Center of Long Island, caters to residents requiring memory care, post-acute rehabilitation, and ongoing skilled nursing support. The facility operates 460 beds with a 97 percent occupancy rate, indicating strong community reliance on its services.
Daily staffing denotes a valuable dedication to hands-on care: registered nurses spend 43 minutes with each resident per day, certified nursing aides provide 2 hours and 19 minutes, and licensed practical nurses add another 41 minutes. That layered staffing structure supports the 24/7 care model crucial to memory care environments. Clinical services span the full continuum: short-term rehabilitation, home care coordination, respiratory care, palliative and hospice services, and on-site dialysis. Meanwhile, the community runs dedicated programs including Social Adult Day Care and a Medical Adult Day Program, which can serve both residents and area participants seeking specialized programming. Respite care exists, making the home a resource for families requiring short-term support while primary caregivers take a breather.
State inspection records signify that Gurwin Jewish Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has worked through documented findings in care planning, medication management, respiratory care, and operational safety. Such areas flagged reflect common compliance challenges in skilled nursing environments, and the facility has proven the ability to tackle those concerns through corrective action.
A visit by family members examining the community can help clarify how its daily routines, therapeutic programs, and memory care approach match a resident’s particular needs and the family’s expectations for support.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 Memory Care in Commack, 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.
Does New York Medicaid cover memory care?
New York Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 2 memory care communities in Commack, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Commack, 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 Commack, 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 memory care communities in Commack, 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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