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Best Memory Care in Long Island, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 memory care communities in Long Island, 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: 54/ 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: 161The 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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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.

Meadowbrook Care Center
MC
NH
PC
Freeport (West Merrick Road)
280
Facility 280
NY AVG 160
Rank #78 / 748
No
75
Facility 75
NY AVG 63
Rank #530 / 1173
Meadowbrook Care Center, Inc. (For Profit)
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 83
Rank #336 / 593
13----
Brightview Sayville
MC
AL
IL
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
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #245 / 318
1.3
Facility 1.3
NY AVG 1.6
Rank #230 / 318
-
The Bristal at Lake Success
MC
Lake Success (Village Of Great Neck)
110
Facility 110
NY AVG 160
Rank #479 / 748
No
33
Facility 33
NY AVG 63
Rank #942 / 1173
Eb Care At Lake Success LLC
98
Facility 98
NY AVG 83
Rank #14 / 593
5
20%
Facility 20%
NY AVG 44.4%
Rank #105 / 318
1
Facility 1
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #103 / 318
0.2
Facility 0.2
NY AVG 1.6
Rank #106 / 318
Studio
The Bristal Assisted Living at Lake Grove
MC
AL
IL
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
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
The Bristal at Sayville
MC
AL
Sayville
155
Facility 155
NY AVG 160
Rank #340 / 748
Yes
67
Facility 67
NY AVG 63
Rank #638 / 1173
Sayville Senior Care LLC
96
Facility 96
NY AVG 83
Rank #42 / 593
4
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 44.4%
Rank #188 / 318
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #155 / 318
0.8
Facility 0.8
NY AVG 1.6
Rank #179 / 318
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Gurwin Jewish – Fay J. Lindner Residences
MC
ADC
AL
HC
IL
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
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #186 / 318
1.0
Facility 1.0
NY AVG 1.6
Rank #200 / 318
-
The Bristal at Westbury
MC
AL
IL
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
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
MC
AL
IL
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
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
MC
AL
IL
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
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
Highfield Gardens Care Center
MC
HC
NH
RC
Great Neck (Spinney Hill Homes)
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 160
Rank #169 / 748
No
55
Facility 55
NY AVG 63
Rank #748 / 1173
Wedgewood Care Center, Inc. (For Profit)
78
Facility 78
NY AVG 83
Rank #382 / 593
9----
T&F Assisted Living
MC
AL
Brooklyn (Canarsie)
-No
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #319 / 1173
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The Bristal at Massapequa
MC
AL
IL
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
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
The Bristal at Mount Sinai
MC
AL
Mt Sinai (Mount Sinai)
157
Facility 157
NY AVG 160
Rank #336 / 748
Yes
46
Facility 46
NY AVG 63
Rank #815 / 1173
Eb Care At Mount Sinai, LLC
92
Facility 92
NY AVG 83
Rank #121 / 593
8
37.5%
Facility 37.5%
NY AVG 44.4%
Rank #154 / 318
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #155 / 318
0.4
Facility 0.4
NY AVG 1.6
Rank #138 / 318
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Overview of Meadowbrook Care Center

As a leading advanced rehabilitation and nursing facility in Freeport, New York, Meadowbrook Care Center prides itself on its state-of-the-art medical services that deliver quality and dependable care. With its professional and compassionate care staff, seniors will be immersed in comprehensive medical services that enhance a rejuvenating recovery. The lifestyle at Meadowbrook is focused on leading its residents to reach their fullest potential while maintaining independence and individuality. Meadowbrook Care Center seamlessly blends innovative creativity with committed care, enhancing each individual’s healing journey. Residents will participate in a results-driven approach to rehabilitation and long-term care. This approach includes therapeutic activities, rehabilitative programs (speech, occupational, physical), medication management, diabetes management, specialized meal plans, and ADLs.

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Overview of Brightview Sayville

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.

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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 Sayville

The Bristal at Sayville offers a picturesque senior living community on the South Shore of Sayville, NY, just moments away from the charming Main Street. The Bristal guarantees individualized care with a compassionate touch by offering various living options, such as independent living, assisted living, and specialist memory care in Reflections for people with dementia and Alzheimer’s. A committed staff that looks after residents like family and provides compassionate assistance, assuring their comfort and wellbeing.

Offering abundant facilities and activities, The Bristal at Sayville strives to create a lively and engaging environment. Residents enjoy spacious apartments with kitchenettes and private toilets, nutritious meals, and housekeeping every day. There’s always something going on, from trips to planned social activities and live entertainment. Every day at The Bristal is exciting and rewarding.

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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 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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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 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 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 Highfield Gardens Care Center

Situated in Great Neck, New York, Highfield Gardens Care Center rises as a meticulously maintained facility offering top-notch rehabilitation and subacute services. With a focus on holistic care, they boast a team of dedicated therapists proficient in physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Beyond the exceptional healthcare services, Highfield Gardens takes pride in its delectable cuisine, ensuring residents enjoy not only nourishing meals but also a delightful dining experience.

Residents can engage in various recreational activities, and the availability of concierge services adds an extra layer of convenience to their daily lives. With 200 beds and participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs, Highfield Gardens Care Center provides a comfortable, supportive, and caring environment for individuals in need of rehabilitation and subacute care.

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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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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 13 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.