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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Lower Melville, NY
Memory care in Lower Melville offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Lower Melville is about $10,672 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 38 communities, read 1146 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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The reason we chose Bayview was definitely for the value, it is completely worth it you get what you pay for. The activities are back open and our loved one is really happy with everything they are offering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Bayview Rest Home. Our home has been in operation for over forty years serving the needs of senior citizens from all over the New York area. We pride ourselves in offering individualized care to all our residents. We are a family operation, and we think of all our residents as...
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I have no complaints about how things are going for my mother since she has made the move into this community . The staff are always polite and I am comfortable with the care they have provided her. She has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gurwin Jewish provides a menu of options all on one campus. Gurwin pride shines through in all we do. Assisted Living by Gurwin: At Gurwin Jewish~ Fay J. Lindner Residences, you can have it all: the ultimate in luxurious assisted living in an environment that embraces the traditions of Jewish...
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We had a good experience at The Bristal at Westbury. There were some great workers here. The facility itself is very fancy and very large. We felt that it was not conducive for family visits in the memory...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Bristal at Westbury is just one member of a growing family of Assisted Living communities that have been built on Long Island, by Long Islanders, bearing The Bristal name. Like all of our communities, Westbury has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection. Fully...
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We chose this community because of the availability, cost and location. The food is good, they have a diverse menu. The room sizes are very appropriate and comfortable. Our favorite part about this facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Bristal at East Meadow is one member of a growing family of Assisted Living communities that have been built on Long Island, by Long Islanders, bearing The Bristal name. Like all of our communities, East Meadow has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection....
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Harbor House has been a good experience, and they are taking good care of my loved one. [name removed] is wonderful to work with and keeps in communication with the family about our loved one and provides...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Harbor House Assisted Living is the only facility on Long Island dedicated to memory care, Alzheimer's care and Dementia care. At Harbor House we have the unique privilege to care for people who suffer from memory loss or impairment. Our spacious and beautifully designed building has made it...
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Overall a very friendly and helpful staff. As far as the food - They have many options, we signed my dad up to a few so far, he has missed them all and I haven't received a satisfactory answer for any.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Bristal at Garden City will be the sixteenth in our family of assisted living communities. With our years of experience and expertise, we’re sure that you will find no equal – in luxury, dedication, or quality of care. Our Garden City community will offer independent senior living, assisted...
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On the day we were supposed to bring Dad to the Bristal Bethpage he fell and hit his head. He ended up in the hospital and then a lengthy re-hab. All the personnel at the Bristal were very helpful and made...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Attention: Joan Ari Staff 3rd floor Good day, We felt it proper to give kudos when deserved and want to point out the warm welcoming staff we have encountered on different days and different...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
United Presbyterian Residence Center for Health and Rehabilitation (UPR) offers a broad continuum of services, making it possible to provide individually tailored programs, whether for those on-site or at home. This continuum of care includes: Residential Long-Term Care; Sub-Acute Rehabilitative...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Wonderful assisted living. They are taking excellent care of my dad. They are very caring and considerate. I Highly recommend this facility.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cost of memory care in Lower Melville, NY
The average cost of senior living in Lower Melville is $10,672 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Massapequa Park, NY with an average of $6,120 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lower Melville, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lower Melville, NY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Lower Melville
Recent reviews for memory care in Lower Melville
Maplewood at Darien
4.6
The Maplewood at Darien was the perfect solution for my 89 year old mom who was unable to live alone. In addition to having memory loss , my mom struggles with anxiety issues, the kind, compassionate and competent staff have embraced my sweet mom and created a community of care and purpose. I ...
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The Bristal at East Northport
4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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The Bristal at East Meadow
5.0
I have toured many assisted living before deciding to place my family member here. I am so pleased with the decision! You can tell the management truly cares about us and it stems off into all the other workers. [Name removed] went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and I would ...
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Lower Melville review score based on 215 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 215 reviews of 36 Lower Melville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lower Melville review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Lower Melville review score compared against nearby cities
7.8
Lower Melville, NY36 facilities
7.4
Farmingdale, NY27 facilities
7.1
Massapequa Park, NY24 facilities
Review subcategories for Lower Melville memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 215 reviews of 36 Lower Melville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lower Melville resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Lower Melville, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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4.0
Value for cost*
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Lower Melville memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Melville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Melville, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Lower Melville memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Lower Melville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.2%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.1%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.2%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Lower Melville memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lower Melville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lower Melville memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lower Melville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69.4%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
69.4%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.8%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Lower Melville memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lower Melville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.3%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.8%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Melville memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Lower Melville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
61.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.9%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.2%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.1%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Plainview, Atria Forest Hills and Atria Bay Shore are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lower Melville, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 38 memory care facilities near Lower Melville, New York. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Lower Melville, New York are Atria Plainview, Atria Forest Hills and Atria Bay Shore. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 38 memory care facilities near you in Lower Melville, New York typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lower Melville, New York, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Lower Melville, New York, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Lower Melville, New York ranges from $352 to $1516500. The average Memory Care cost in Lower Melville, New York is $10,672. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Lower Melville, New York typically starts at $352. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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