The Bristal at Massapequa

Overview of The Bristal at Massapequa

The Bristal at Massapequa is an idyllic senior living community located at County Line Road, Massapequa, NY offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring various floor plans including studio suites, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites, the community provides cozy and spacious residences. With an exclusive Reflection memory care, the community offers a reflection suite for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

The community boasts a team of humble, dedicated, and well-trained professionals who provide the utmost care and assistance 24/7. Here, residents enjoy healthy and hearty meals three times daily. The Bristal at Massapequa is equipped with Bistro Grille, a creative arts studio, a programming room, a wallstreet room, a beauty salon and barbershop, a cinema, a library, a fitness center, and a courtyard. Delivering top-notch care and assistance, the community ensures a relaxing and safe residence for its residents.

(516) 691-0706

86-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 64 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program

CountyNassau

The Bristal at Massapequa is legally operated by EB CARE at Massapequa, LLC.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 2 enforcement actions 1 violation 3 inspections

Inspection Score

5 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Enforcement Actions Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2021

2 enforcement actions

This facility has 2 enforcement actions. 77% of New York assisted living residences have zero, and the statewide average is 0.6.

January 6, 2022 #ACF-22-003
December 16, 2021 #ACF-21-136

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

Latest Inspection May 15, 2025 Renewal

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	3	9	This facility has 67% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (3 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 67% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 75% better
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	33%	44%	This facility has 11 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (33% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 11% better Rank #131 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 131st 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.
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	0	6	This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (0 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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 Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total violations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	14.5	This facility has 93% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 93% better Rank #103 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 103rd 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.
Violations per year Average violations per year since 2021.	0.2	2.9	This facility has 93% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.2 vs. NY avg 2.9).↓ 93% better
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	0.3	1.6	This facility has 81% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 81% better Rank #115 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 115th 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

1 Records and Reports NY avg: 2.0

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

May 15, 2025 renewal inspection found no violations or deficiencies and no complaints were reported.
June 16, 2022 renewal inspection also found no violations or deficiencies and no complaints were reported.
August 12, 2021 inspection cited one deficiency for records and reports documentation, with no complaints substantiated.

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Total Cases 1

Active Cases 0

Closed 1

Since 2019

Most Recent 2019

Next Court Date Jun 22, 2026

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Suite / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 2-story

Transportation Services

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Bristal at Massapequa

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20.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Massapequa's city center to The Bristal at Massapequa's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.79 miles to nearest hospital (Plainview Hospital)

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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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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