Best Memory Care in Long Island, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 memory care providers in Long Island, NY using NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in NY
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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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 grade. 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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.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.
The Bristal Assisted Living at Lake Grove
MC
AL
IL
Lake Grove
155
Facility 155
NY AVG 139
Rank #66 / 196
Yes
57
Facility 57
NY AVG 53
Rank #115 / 258
Lake Grove Senior Care LLCA8
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #105 / 179
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #69 / 179
0.8
Facility 0.8
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #69 / 179
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bristal at Westbury
MC
AL
IL
Westbury (Village Of Westbury)
180
Facility 180
NY AVG 139
Rank #48 / 196
Yes
84
Facility 84
NY AVG 53
Rank #53 / 258
Westbury Senior Living IncA+7
29%
Facility 29%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #46 / 179
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #58 / 179
0.6
Facility 0.6
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #57 / 179
Suite / Studio / 1 Bed
Whisper Woods of Smithtown
MC
AL
Smithtown (Town Of Smithtown)
136
Facility 136
NY AVG 139
Rank #84 / 196
Yes
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 53
Rank #208 / 258
Bsl Smithtown Operations, Inc-1
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #1 / 179
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 179
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #1 / 179
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bristal at Holtsville
MC
AL
IL
Holtsville (Express Drive North)
166
Facility 166
NY AVG 139
Rank #53 / 196
Yes
36
Facility 36
NY AVG 53
Rank #173 / 258
Eb Care At Farmingville LLCA+8
38%
Facility 38%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #75 / 179
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #49 / 179
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #41 / 179
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bristal at Mount Sinai
MC
AL
Mt Sinai (Mount Sinai)
157
Facility 157
NY AVG 139
Rank #65 / 196
Yes
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 53
Rank #142 / 258
Eb Care At Mount Sinai, LLCA+5
40%
Facility 40%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #84 / 179
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #33 / 179
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #41 / 179
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Bristal at Lake Success
MC
Lake Success (Village Of Great Neck)
110
Facility 110
NY AVG 139
Rank #110 / 196
Yes
33
Facility 33
NY AVG 53
Rank #183 / 258
Eb Care At Lake Success LLCA+6
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #54 / 179
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #33 / 179
0.3
Facility 0.3
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #33 / 179
Studio
The Bristal at Sayville
MC
AL
Sayville
155
Facility 155
NY AVG 139
Rank #66 / 196
Yes
67
Facility 67
NY AVG 53
Rank #85 / 258
Sayville Senior Care LLCA+5
20%
Facility 20%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #32 / 179
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #33 / 179
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #41 / 179
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bristal at North Woodmere
MC
AL
IL
North Woodmere
155
Facility 155
NY AVG 139
Rank #66 / 196
Yes
30
Facility 30
NY AVG 53
Rank #194 / 258
Hungry Harbor Care LLC-1
0%
Facility 0%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #1 / 179
0
Facility 0
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #1 / 179
0.0
Facility 0.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #1 / 179
Suite / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Gurwin Jewish – Fay J. Lindner Residences
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Commack
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 139
Rank #23 / 196
No
24
Facility 24
NY AVG 53
Rank #208 / 258
Gurwin Jewish - Fay J. Lindner Residences, IncA-7
57%
Facility 57%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #132 / 179
7
Facility 7
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #80 / 179
1.0
Facility 1.0
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #80 / 179
-
The Bristal at Massapequa
MC
AL
IL
Massapequa
86
Facility 86
NY AVG 139
Rank #135 / 196
Yes
64
Facility 64
NY AVG 53
Rank #92 / 258
Eb Care At Massapequa, LLCA+4
25%
Facility 25%
NY AVG 56.5%
Rank #40 / 179
1
Facility 1
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #27 / 179
0.3
Facility 0.3
NY AVG 2.2
Rank #33 / 179
Suite / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Whisper Woods of Smithtown

Based in the convenient community of Smithtown, NY, the Whisper Woods of Smithtown is a respected senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from a variety of accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and memory care studio. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions can receive personalized 24/7 needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment and other programs.

Experience its exceptional amenities and other services including chef-prepared meals to satisfy your cravings. Avail of their concierge services with weekly housekeeping, laundry and linen services, and transportation assistance. Get to meet new friends by exploring its beautifully created shared spaces or by participating in their active learning activities. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed a comfortable and secure living experience with the Whisper Woods of Smithtown.

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Overview of The Bristal at Westbury

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.

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Overview of The Bristal at Lake Success

Focusing on memory care, The Bristal at Lake Success located at North Service Road, Lake Success, NY, is a remarkable senior living community that fuses elegance and innovation in caring for seniors. Featuring cozy studios, the community provides a comfortable and safe residence. By introducing the Foresite fall management system, the community ensures that seniors are safe from falls within the community grounds. With round-the-clock care and assistance, residents experience a relaxing and secure accommodation.

Forging meaningful connections with trusted partners, The Bristal at Lake Success takes pride in providing top-tier memory care services with the Feinstein Institute. The community provides 24-hour care and assistance for better quality of life. Residents enjoy three healthy and delicious meals in the country club dining room. Keeping the boredom away and ensuring the wellness of the seniors, the community is equipped with a sports bar, a creative arts studio, a programming room, a wallstreet room, a beauty salon, a cinema, a library, a gym, a music garden, a garden room and court, an internet cafe, and an outdoor patio. With a science-based approach and graceful accommodations, seniors may keep their worries at bay with The Bristal at Lake Success.

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Overview of The Bristal at Holtsville

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

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Overview of The Bristal Assisted Living at Lake Grove

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.

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Overview of The Bristal at Sayville

The Bristal at Sayville offers assisted living and memory care in Sayville, NY. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available on one campus. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain in the community rather than move elsewhere. The Bristal at Sayville has 155 beds, with studio, one bedroom and two bedroom layouts; a studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

A Walk Score of 67 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to manage certain outings independently. Pets are allowed, letting a resident who moves with an animal keep that companion with them.

Sayville Senior Care operates The Bristal at Sayville. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living now and may later need secured memory care, or for a couple whose needs differ.

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Overview of The Bristal at North Woodmere

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.

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Overview of The Bristal at Mount Sinai

The Bristal at Mount Sinai offers assisted living and memory care in Mt Sinai, NY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels on one campus, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 157 beds and is operated by EB Care at Mount Sinai. Housing options include studios, suites, and one bedroom layouts, with friendship suite pricing starting at $5,700, giving families a concrete starting point for budgeting that option. Respite care supports a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed for residents who have a pet companion.

Residents can use the creative arts studio, fitness center, beauty salon, outdoor terrace, bistro, and private dining room. Three chef prepared meals are served daily in a country club style dining room, with special diets available for residents who require dietary accommodations. Daily programming includes social and cultural programs, live entertainment, and scheduled transportation to shops, parks, cultural outings, and restaurants.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The community’s scheduled transportation provides rides for the listed shopping, park, cultural, and restaurant outings.

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Overview of The Bristal at Massapequa

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.

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Overview of Gurwin Jewish – Fay J. Lindner Residences

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.

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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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Memory Care in Long Island at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Long Island, 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: 159The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Long Island, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Long Island, 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 14 memory care communities in Long Island, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.