Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk
Home Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Brookhaven, NY

Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk

Home Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Brookhaven, NY

Overview of Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk

Make the most of your golden years with Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk, a dedicated home care provider in Northport, NY, offering home health aides, nursing care, hospice, and palliative care. Older adults can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team, helping with their daily living activities and personal needs. The agency also strives to maintain older adults’ independence with therapy services, such as occupational, physical, and speech therapy.

Older adults will not feel lonely with cheerful companions who spend quality time with them and engage in fun conversations. Medical social work, wound care, and medical transportation are also provided for older adults’ healthcare needs. With nutritional services, older adults enjoy a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The agency also utilizes technology with telehealth monitoring for older adults’ convenience. Serving Suffolk, this home care provider is dedicated to helping them thrive in retirement.

(631) 261-7200
Walk Score
Walk Score: 73 / 100 Rank #564 / 1173Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 564th out of 1173 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Awards

Best Home Health agency for 2026
High Performing Agency

License Details

Inspection Rating4.5 star quality rating, 4.0 star patient satisfaction rating

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Inpatient Hospice House
Community Thrift Shop
Memorial Garden
Specific Programshome health aide care, nutritional education, diabetic counseling, rehabilitative therapy, medical social work support
Volunteer ProgramsYes

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$500 per month

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Home Care in New York

Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk is located in Northport, New York.
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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled
General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion
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Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+
General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $15,000 individual
NY

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+
General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household
Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
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Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+
General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household
Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
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Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits
Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)
General NYC resident, able to share living space.
Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.
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Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits
Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

Frequently Asked Questions about Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk

What neighborhood is Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk in?

Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk is in the Village of Northport neighborhood of Northport.

Is Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk in a walkable area?

Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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What is the address of Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk?

Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk is located at 505 Main Street, Northport, NY 11768.

What is the phone number of Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk?

(631) 261-7200 will put you in contact with the team at Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk.

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