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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Melville, NY
Assisted living costs in Melville average about $10,106 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 44 communities in Melville. Our detailed directory has 1246 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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My mother in law is doing great since her move to this community. So far everything is working out very well, and we are pleased with all they have done for our family. It has been a good, positive...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Dominican Village is a non-sectarian, not-for-profit, Independent and Assisted Living Retirement Community, with Respite Care, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Dominic. Conveniently located in Western Suffolk County on a scenic 13-acre campus, we cater to the diverse needs of all residents...
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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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The Bristal in Massapequa has been absolutely amazing with the care they have shown my Mom. The level of patience and compassion as well as attention and treatment extended has really made a very positive...
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.
Since 2006, The Bristal at Massapequa has served this community with a much needed, high-quality senior living solution. Here we help residents on the South Shore adapt and thrive to a new home and a better way of life. Massapequa, in particular, has much to offer, with numerous commercial...
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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
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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.
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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When we are there we know the care services are good, and the cleanliness of the community stood out to us. Visually it is a nice place to bring your loved one, and it has a certain feel that it resembles an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Assisted Living at West Babylon will be 15th community of The Bristal Assisted Living – the 12th on Long Island and the 5th in Suffolk County. Since 2000, The Bristal has been helping families understand and embrace the advantages of senior assisted living. Whether you are seeking...
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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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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
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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.
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
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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.
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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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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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lucias Home is a residential care home located in the tranquil town of Babylon, in Suffolk County, New York. Our diverse town has a rich heritage and serene atmosphere, great for seniors looking to relax and spend some quality time with friends and family members. We encourage our residents to...
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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...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Welcome to Family Type Home for Senior Adults . My name is Camille. I have been doing Elder Care for the last 24 Years. I have noticed the need for this type of environment for Senior people who want the care they need, but would rather go into a family type situation and not...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Safeview Manor FTAH is a residential care home located in historic Amityville, NY, a village in the town of Babylon in Suffolk County. Hometown to Annie Oakley and the site of a bestselling novel and series of movies, this small village boasts many nature walks, parks, beaches, a Village Triangle...
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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.
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Cost of assisted living in Melville, NY
The average cost of senior living in Melville is $10,106 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Massapequa Park, NY with an average of $5,946 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Melville, NY vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Melville, NY
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What families are saying about assisted living in Melville
Recent reviews for assisted living in Melville
Atria Kew Gardens
4.4
In general, people are helpful, and aim to please.
The food does seem to be improving, they need to have less salt in the soups.
Everyone is lovely here. I feel that my mother is in good hands. The nursing staff especially are excellent. The communication from the staff has been great.
I would ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming environment. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring atmosphere at various communities, such as Atria Huntington, Sunrise of West Babylon, and The Arbors at Westbury, where residents and their families feel at home. Staff members go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels comfortable and valu ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered by communities, like Atria Plainview and Sunrise of Dix Hills, which include both on-site events and offsite outings. These opportunities help residents stay engaged and active.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families appreciate the clear and consistent communication they receive from communities, like Sunrise of Plainview, Sunrise of West Babylon, and Atria Bay Shore, which allows them to stay informed about their loved ones' care and well-being.
High-quality and nutritious meals. Throughout reviews, the quality of food stands out as a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their community. Chefs at places like Atria Bay Shore and Village Green accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences to ensure residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Well-maintained and clean living spaces. Residents and their families frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Atria Huntington, Sunrise of East Meadow, and Maryville Enhanced Assisted Living, which helps create a comfortable and inviting environment.
Dedicated and compassionate caregivers. Several reviews highlight the kind and caring nature of caregivers at various communities, like The Arbors at Hauppauge and Oyster Bay Manor and Harbor House, who make a difference in the lives of their residents by providing exceptional care and attention.
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Melville review score based on 236 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 236 reviews of 41 Melville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Melville review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Melville review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Melville assisted living
When assisted living 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 236 reviews of 41 Melville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Melville resident and family assisted living 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.Melville, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Melville assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 Melville assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in 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
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51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90.2%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.7%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Melville assisted living
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 Melville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.6%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melville assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of 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
46.3%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.9%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Melville assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Melville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
53.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
39%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melville assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Melville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.1%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.3%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.3%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.1%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.1%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.3%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
63.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
46.3%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Melville
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Melville protect seniors.
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