Best Memory Care in Suffolk County, NY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 memory care providers in Suffolk County, 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. 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. 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 have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Sunrise of Smithtown
MC
AL
Village Of The Branch
104
Facility 104
NY AVG 138
Rank #126 / 206
Yes
68
Facility 68
NY AVG 53
Rank #83 / 258
Szr New York Lh, IncA-9
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #63 / 192
6
Facility 6
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #78 / 192
0.7
Facility 0.7
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #73 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brightview Port Jefferson
MC
AL
IL
Port Jefferson Station
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 138
Rank #138 / 206
Yes
53
Facility 53
NY AVG 53
Rank #123 / 258
Bv Port Jefferson Operator, LLCA6
33%
Facility 33%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #63 / 192
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #56 / 192
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #57 / 192
-
The Arbors at Islandia West
MC
AL
Islandia
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 138
Rank #24 / 206
Yes
34
Facility 34
NY AVG 53
Rank #180 / 258
Arcadia Management, IncA-6
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #117 / 192
3
Facility 3
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #56 / 192
0.5
Facility 0.5
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #57 / 192
-
The Arbors at Bohemia
MC
AL
Bohemia
200
Facility 200
NY AVG 138
Rank #24 / 206
Yes
47
Facility 47
NY AVG 53
Rank #139 / 258
Arcadia Management, IncB-2
50%
Facility 50%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #117 / 192
4
Facility 4
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #66 / 192
2.0
Facility 2.0
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #144 / 192
-
Westhampton Care Center
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Westhampton (Remsenburg)
180
Facility 180
NY AVG 138
Rank #203 / 429
No
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 53
Rank #443 / 457
Hampton Nh Operating, LLC (For Profit)A-560%163.2-
All American Assisted Living at Coram
MC
AL
RC
Coram
112
Facility 112
NY AVG 138
Rank #108 / 206
No
65
Facility 65
NY AVG 53
Rank #89 / 258
Gk Coram Operating, LLCB-17
65%
Facility 65%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #153 / 192
23
Facility 23
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #154 / 192
1.4
Facility 1.4
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #119 / 192
Shared / Studio
Village Walk at Patchogue
MC
AL
IL
RC
Patchogue (Village Of Patchogue)
146
Facility 146
NY AVG 138
Rank #73 / 206
Yes
89
Facility 89
NY AVG 53
Rank #39 / 258
Carlisle Patchogue Operator, IncC-12
75%
Facility 75%
NY AVG 55%
Rank #168 / 192
20
Facility 20
NY AVG 14.5
Rank #145 / 192
1.7
Facility 1.7
NY AVG 2.3
Rank #130 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
Brookhaven Health Care Facility
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
East Patchogue
160
Facility 160
NY AVG 138
Rank #218 / 429
No
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 53
Rank #425 / 457
Brookhaven Health Care Facility LLC (For Profit)B+1225%242.0Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Brookside Multicare Nursing Center
MC
ADC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Smithtown
353
Facility 353
NY AVG 138
Rank #36 / 429
No
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 53
Rank #416 / 457
Optima Care Smithtown, LLC (For Profit)B+3333%571.7-
Medford Multicare Center for Living
MC
HOS
NH
Medford
320
Facility 320
NY AVG 138
Rank #42 / 429
No
22
Facility 22
NY AVG 53
Rank #404 / 457
The Nursing Care Center At Medford, Inc. (For Profit)C3526%712.0-

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Overview of Sunrise of Smithtown

Offering assisted living and memory care, Sunrise of Smithtown is one of the best senior living facilities in the city. Contributing to recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has provided with a welcoming approach. Life at the Sunrise of Smithtown offers the opportunity and inspiration branded as a Sunrise lifestyle.

Residential assisted living and memory care services and amenities include enriching activities and engaging programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years– weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, and specialized memory care training.

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Brightview Port Jefferson

1175 Patchogue Road, 1175 Ny-112, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Overview of Brightview Port Jefferson

Overlooking the quiet neighborhood of Port Jefferson Station, NY, Brightview Port Jefferson is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Retire in the comfort of well-appointed accommodations with individually controlled heating and air conditioning and 24-hour emergency call system for added security and support. A compassionate care team is available 24/7 to provide round-the-clock support and assistance, providing utmost comfort and peace of mind.

A thrilling, worry-free lifestyle awaits at Brightview Port Jefferson with a wide range of interesting enriching activities and programs, daily chef-inspired meals, and resort-style amenities. There are plenty of inviting and stimulating common areas that foster engagement and enrichment of residents’ overall well-being. From multipurpose great room for entertainment, presentations, and gatherings to an arts, crafts and hobbies room with “Brain Fitness” learning stations, residents are guaranteed to find interesting things to do that brings both happiness and lifestyle enhancement.

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The Arbors at Islandia West

1515 Veterans Memorial Highway, Islandia, NY 11749
Overview of The Arbors at Islandia West

The Arbors at Islandia West offers assisted living and memory care in a 200-bed setting in Islandia, NY. The community can accommodate those seeking assistance with daily tasks, as well as adults with memory-related conditions, with its multiple levels of care. Licensed nurses and CNAs are also available on-site, providing continuous clinical support.

Its starting price is $4,400. Moreover, respite care is available for a short stay, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services and transportation are available, and 24-hour staffing means assistance is available at any hour.

Chef-prepared, farm-to-table meals are served restaurant-style in dining rooms. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 34 means the area is car-dependent, and most errands require a car or a transportation service.

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Overview of The Arbors at Bohemia

The Arbors at Bohemia in Bohemia, New York, delivers assisted living and specialized memory care. Everyday assistance covers routine personal care, including medication management, dressing, and bathing. A secured memory care section provides full-time supervision for individuals prone to wandering, allowing residents to shift into higher levels of care without moving to a new location.

Arcadia Management has operated this 200-bed facility since 2004. Daily amenities feature restaurant-style dining with farm-to-table menus, 24-hour support, an on-site wellness department, and rehabilitation services. Scheduled social activities run daily, and pets are welcome. Short-term respite care accommodates individuals needing temporary stays, while community transportation helps residents complete errands across the car-dependent local area.

Families considering care options on Long Island can contact The Arbors at Bohemia to inquire about monthly rates, view open rooms, or arrange a private tour.

Contact The Arbors at Bohemia

Overview of Westhampton Care Center

Westhampton Care Center is a nursing home in Westhampton, NY, offering skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care, and short term rehabilitation. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management alongside other care. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay, while long term care services support residents who need ongoing nursing support. The range of care can suit a resident whose needs shift between rehabilitation, ongoing skilled nursing, memory care, and comfort focused care without changing communities.

The community has 180 beds, placing it in a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually programming. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Hampton NH Operating runs the community.

Rehabilitation services support recovery within the community, while private suites provide a single room accommodation. Outdoor gardens offer access to outdoor space. Salon services, music therapy, therapeutic recreation, and religious services provide personal care and structured activities.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid acceptance matters when savings may not cover a long stay. Private pay allows a family to pay directly.

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Overview of All American Assisted Living at Coram

Located in Coram, New York, All American at Coram stands as a distinguished senior living community, offering a comprehensive array of services, including assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Engagement takes center stage with various activities, fostering social interaction and personalized care services. Renowned for its vibrant approach to senior living and personalized care, this community thrives on creating an inclusive environment.

All American at Coram simplifies the resident experience with all-inclusive rates, easing expenses management. Staffed by professionals specializing in assisted living and Alzheimer’s and memory care, residents benefit from a holistic approach to well-being. The community’s commitment extends to providing a safe and comfortable haven, ensuring every resident experiences a fulfilling and secure lifestyle at All American at Coram.

Contact All American Assisted Living at Coram

Overview of Village Walk at Patchogue

Village Walk at Patchogue is a charming and inviting community in Patchogue, NY, offering a peaceful environment for assisted living and memory care. Residents here receive tailored care and compassionate assistance with their daily living activities from a team of highly skilled care professionals. Those living with Alzheimer’s, Lewy body dementia, or other memory conditions thrive in the community’s safe and structured memory care unit where they are given personalized care and vibrant programs tailored to improve their independence, functioning, and cognitive abilities.

As a community dedicated to building trust and strong connections, Village Walk at Patchogue provides an array of enriching activities that bring residents together and nurture their overall well-being. With 24/7 security and emergency response systems available, residents can enjoy their peace of mind amidst a safe and secure environment. The community also provides access to various therapy services and convenient amenities like a salon, bistro, and internet lounge for an elevated living experience.

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Overview of Brookhaven Health Care Facility

Brookhaven Health Care Facility is a leading community in East Patchogue, NY, providing short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, and hospice care. Their outstanding team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist residents with their most basic needs to complex care requirements. Residents recovering from an injury or hospitalization are provided with state-of-the-art rehab programs that utilize the latest research to guarantee excellent rehabilitation outcomes.

Dedicated to creating a home-like and vibrant living environment for its residents, the community offers an array of exciting activities to keep residents connected and active. Mealtimes are always nourishing with fresh and delicious meals served three times a day with accommodations for special diets. At Brookhaven Health Care Facility, residents are provided with all the amenities and services they need to maintain their maximum potential and live fully.

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Overview of Brookside Multicare Nursing Center

Brookside Multicare Nursing Center offers nursing home, adult day care, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Smithtown, NY. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide ongoing clinical support, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Adult day care provides daytime support without an overnight residence, and hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom support.

The center has 353 beds and an 86% occupancy rate, so most of its beds are occupied. Private rooms give one resident a room of their own, while semi private rooms accommodate shared living arrangements. With several care levels and rehabilitation services, Brookside may be a good fit for a resident whose clinical or cognitive needs may change over time.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 56m per resident per day, representing the recorded daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay. Brookside Multicare Nursing Center is operated by Optima Care Smithtown.

Rehabilitation services include a short term rehabilitation unit, a stroke rehabilitation and recovery center, and cardiac rehabilitation, supporting recovery after those health events. Ventilator care services and a pediatric program for extended and long term care are also available. Residents can use the on site salon or spa, spend time on outdoor patios, and dine in outdoor dining areas, while pet therapy provides animal assisted activities.

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Overview of Medford Multicare Center for Living

Medford Multicare Center for Living is a nursing home in Medford, NY, offering hospice care and memory care. Nursing home care provides ongoing skilled nursing and medical support, while memory care offers supervised support for residents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Hospice care supports residents with serious illness when the focus is comfort and symptom management. Together, these services may suit a loved one who needs skilled nursing, dementia support, or hospice care in one setting.

The center has 320 beds. That size accommodates more residents and staff and usually supports more programming. Rehabilitation includes post acute rehabilitation and post stroke rehabilitation, giving residents structured recovery care after a hospital stay or stroke. Respiratory and dialysis programs address ongoing needs for those forms of medical care.

Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment paths for eligible care. The Nursing Care Center at Medford operates the community.

Contact Medford Multicare Center for Living

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 Suffolk County at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Suffolk County, 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: 206The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Suffolk County, NY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Suffolk County, 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 15 memory care communities in Suffolk County, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Suffolk County, 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 Suffolk County, 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 Suffolk County, 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.