Braemar at Medford
Memory Care & Assisted Living · New York, NY
Braemar at Medford
Memory Care & Assisted Living · New York, NY
Overview of Braemar at Medford
Enjoy the best of your later years with Braemar at Medford, a blissful retreat set in charming Medford, NY, offering assisted living services. As a 200-bed residence, the community strives to provide the highest quality of care and support alongside cozy and beautifully designed studio and two-bedroom accommodation for residents to live comfortably in their golden years. Housekeeping and linen services are also provided for residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.
Enrich your retirement with fun-filled activities and engaging programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. With healthy and delicious restaurant-style style dining, residents can rest assured of meeting their dietary needs and preferences. The community also features top-notch amenities, including a library, a golf putting green, a beauty salon, and serene walking paths, ideal for residents’ recreation and socialization.
200-bed community Rank #169 / 748Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 169th out of 748 homes in New York. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 27 / 100 Rank #989 / 1173Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 989th 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
AwardsBest Assisted Living in Medford by Assisted Living Magazine
Facility TypeAdult Home
CountySuffolk
Braemar at Medford is legally operated by Medford Hamlet Llc.
Emergency Systems24-hour monitored emergency call system.
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Restaurant-Style Dining Services
Pub And 24-Hour Café
Private Dining Room
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop
Wi-Fi Available
Housekeeping And Linen Service
Individualized Climate Controls
Studio And Two-Bedroom Living Units With Kitchens
Walking Paths
Gazebos And Gardens
Golf Putting Green
Library
Multi-Denominational Religious Services
ActivitiesLifestyle activities calendar available.
Specific ProgramsWellness Programs, Activities Programming
Religious ServicesMulti-denominational religious services.
Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining services with chef-prepared meals.
Inspection History
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
0 enforcement actions
2 violations
17 inspections
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical New York assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical New York assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
6 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Rank #129 / 344 in New York Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 129th out of 344 homes in New York. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the New York average among 344 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 89 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 6 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than New York average:
• Total inspections (89% above)
• Complaint visits (167% above) 5 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total violations (86% below)
• Violations per year (86% below)
• Violations per inspection (94% below)
• Inspections with violations (50% below)
• Inspection violation rate (73% below)
• Total inspections (89% above)
• Complaint visits (167% above) 5 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total violations (86% below)
• Violations per year (86% below)
• Violations per inspection (94% below)
• Inspections with violations (50% below)
• Inspection violation rate (73% below)
Latest Inspection
April 2, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Inspections
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This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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17 | 9 | This facility has 89% more total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (17 vs. NY avg 9).↑ 89% worse |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
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2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
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12% | 44% | This facility has 32 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (12% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 32% better Rank #97 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 97th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
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16 | 6 | This facility has 167% more complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (16 vs. NY avg 6).↑ 167% worse Rank #298 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 298th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Violations
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This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total violations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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2 | 14.5 | This facility has 86% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 86% better Rank #134 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 134th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Violations per year
Average violations per year since 2021.
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0.4 | 2.9 | This facility has 86% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.4 vs. NY avg 2.9).↓ 86% better |
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Violations per inspection
Average violations per inspection.
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0.1 | 1.6 | This facility has 94% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.1 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 94% better Rank #103 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 103rd out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Violation breakdown
Per-category split of the 2 violations recorded across all inspections. Counts are compared against the New York state average for each category. A green dot means this facility is below the state average for that category; an amber dot means it is above.
Per-category split of the 2 violations recorded across all inspections. Counts are compared against the New York state average for each category. A green dot means this facility is below the state average for that category; an amber dot means it is above.
2
Resident Services
NY avg: 2.9
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- April 2, 2025 inspection found one deficiency for failure to monitor emergency call systems; a plan of correction was approved.
- May 1, 2024 inspection found one deficiency related to medication management and supervision; a plan of correction was approved.
- All other inspections from April 2021 through October 2024 found no violations and required no plans of correction.
Lawsuit overview for Braemar at Medford
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Total Cases
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Active Cases
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
1
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
1
Closed
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
0
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
0
Since
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2023
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2023
Most Recent
Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
2023
Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
2023
Next Court Date
Next scheduled court appearance on record across active cases.
Jun 01, 2026
Next scheduled court appearance on record across active cases.
Jun 01, 2026
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed Studio
Building Type: 2-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Braemar at Medford
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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
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| Braemar at Medford |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Medford |
200
Facility
200
NY AVG
160
Rank
#169 / 748
| No |
27
Facility
27
NY AVG
63
Rank
#989 / 1173
| Medford Hamlet LLC |
89
Facility
89
NY AVG
83
Rank
#129 / 344
| 17 |
11.8%
Facility
11.8%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#97 / 318
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16
Facility
16
NY AVG
6
Rank
#298 / 318
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2
Facility
2
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#134 / 318
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0.1
Facility
0.1
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#103 / 318
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed Studio | - |
| Whisper Woods of Smithtown |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Smithtown (Town Of Smithtown) |
136
Facility
136
NY AVG
160
Rank
#377 / 748
| Yes |
24
Facility
24
NY AVG
63
Rank
#1005 / 1173
| Bsl Smithtown Operations, Inc. |
89
Facility
89
NY AVG
83
Rank
#129 / 344
| 4 |
100%
Facility
100%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#286 / 318
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2
Facility
2
NY AVG
6
Rank
#97 / 318
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0
Facility
0
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#1 / 318
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0
Facility
0
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 318
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed Studio | F |
| Sunrise of Holbrook |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Holbrook (Town Of Islip) |
109
Facility
109
NY AVG
160
Rank
#483 / 748
| Yes |
40
Facility
40
NY AVG
63
Rank
#879 / 1173
| Gwc - Holbrook, Inc. |
98
Facility
98
NY AVG
83
Rank
#12 / 344
| 5 |
20%
Facility
20%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#105 / 318
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3
Facility
3
NY AVG
6
Rank
#129 / 318
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1
Facility
1
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#103 / 318
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0.2
Facility
0.2
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#106 / 318
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed Studio | A- |
| Monarch Coopers Corner |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. |
New Rochelle (Victory Park) |
90
Facility
90
NY AVG
160
Rank
#536 / 748
| Yes |
43
Facility
43
NY AVG
63
Rank
#851 / 1173
| Coopers Corner, Inc. | - | - |
0%
Facility
0%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#1 / 318
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0
Facility
0
NY AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 318
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0
Facility
0
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#1 / 318
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0
Facility
0
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 318
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed Studio | A+ |
| Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. |
Clifton Park (Town Of Clifton Park) |
64
Facility
64
NY AVG
160
Rank
#640 / 748
| No |
24
Facility
24
NY AVG
63
Rank
#1005 / 1173
| Peregrine Properties Of Upstate LLC | - | - |
0%
Facility
0%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#1 / 318
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0
Facility
0
NY AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 318
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0
Facility
0
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#1 / 318
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0
Facility
0
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 318
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed Studio | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Braemar at Medford
Who is the owner of Braemar at Medford?
The legal owner and operator of Braemar at Medford is Medford Hamlet Llc.
Is Braemar at Medford in a walkable area?
Braemar at Medford has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How many beds does Braemar at Medford have?
Braemar at Medford has 200 beds.
Are there photos of Braemar at Medford?
Yes — there are 26 photos of Braemar at Medford in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Braemar at Medford?
Braemar at Medford is located at 1529 N Ocean Ave, Medford, NY 11763.
What is the phone number of Braemar at Medford?
(631) 289-0600 will put you in contact with the team at Braemar at Medford.
What county is Braemar at Medford located in?
Braemar at Medford is in Suffolk County.
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