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Best Memory Care in East Setauket, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 memory care communities in East Setauket, NY using New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in NY
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Avg Walk Score: 35/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in East Setauket, 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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in East Setauket, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.

Jefferson’s Ferry
MC
AL
IL
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
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Sunrise of East Setauket
MC
AL
HC
RC
Setauket- East Setauket (Setauket)
109
Facility 109
NY AVG 160
Rank #480 / 742
Yes
48
Facility 48
NY AVG 63
Rank #794 / 1169
Gwc - East Setauket, Inc
91
Facility 91
NY AVG 83
Rank #144 / 591
3
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
NY AVG 44.4%
Rank #235 / 321
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #247 / 321
4.0
Facility 4.0
NY AVG 1.6
Rank #308 / 321
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Overview of Jefferson’s Ferry

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.

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Overview of Sunrise of East Setauket

Surrounded by lush trees and cozy outdoor spaces in Setauket- East Setauket, NY, Sunrise of East Setauket is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and dignity home care. Various housing options, including studio, one-bedroom, two-room, or companion living are offered to provide residents with a comfortable living environment that matches their needs. On-site services, such as physical, occupational & speech therapies, visiting eye care, dental, podiatry, and psychotherapy, are available as well to ensure residents’ needs are met.

Vibrant activities are available to help residents stay active and engaged for an enriching living experience. An array of amenities, such as a bistro, media room, piano room, library, living room, and sitting room are also available to make residents’ lives more enjoyable. At Sunrise of East Setauket, residents have convenient access to services, amenities, and support they need to spend their golden years comfortably.

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Weighting overview

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    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
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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
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 Memory Care in East Setauket, 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 East Setauket, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.