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.
Compare Memory Care around Long Island
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.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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| Meadowbrook Care Center | MC NH PC SNF | Freeport | 280
Facility
280
NY AVG
139
Rank
#73 / 429 | No |
75
Facility
75
NY AVG
53
Rank
#201 / 457 | Meadowbrook Care Center, Inc. (For Profit) | A | 13 | 31% | 11 | 27 | 2.1 | - | A+ |
| Highfield Gardens Care Center | MC HOS NH RC SNF | Great Neck (Spinney Hill Homes) | 200
Facility
200
NY AVG
139
Rank
#146 / 429 | No |
55
Facility
55
NY AVG
53
Rank
#303 / 457 | Wedgewood Care Center, Inc. (For Profit) | B- | 9 | 44% | 13 | 23 | 2.6 | - | - |
| Brightview Sayville | MC AL IL | Sayville | 92
Facility
92
NY AVG
139
Rank
#129 / 196 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
NY AVG
53
Rank
#170 / 258 | Bv Sayville Operator, LLC | B | 9 | 78%
Facility
78%
NY AVG
56.5%
Rank
#160 / 179 | 6
Facility
6
NY AVG
6
Rank
#127 / 179 | 12
Facility
12
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#107 / 179 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
NY AVG
2.2
Rank
#99 / 179 | - | - |
| T&F Assisted Living | MC AL | Brooklyn (Canarsie) | - | No |
88
Facility
88
NY AVG
53
Rank
#41 / 258 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Private / Shared Rooms | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other NY memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 14 analyzed for Long Island. See how we rank facilities
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.
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.
Live comfortably in your retirement at T&F Assisted Living, a blissful retreat in Brooklyn, NY, that offers assisted living. The community also offers different levels of care, including memory care, post-surgical care, high acuity care, and respite care, striving to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Alongside housekeeping and laundry services, assistance with daily living activities are also provided 24/7.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions and can travel conveniently with medication management and transportation services. With its warm and supportive environment, the community strives to help residents reach their potential.
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. Rank badges compare each community against other memory care communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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
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
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
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
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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 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.













