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The cost of independent living in North Wantagh is about $6,136 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 1106 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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
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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.
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in North Wantagh, NY

The average cost of senior living in North Wantagh is $6,136 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Massapequa Park, NY with an average of $5,814 per month.

Independent living costs in North Wantagh, NY, vs. nearby cities

North Wantagh, NY
$6,136/mo

Independent living costs in North Wantagh, NY, vs. state and national averages

North Wantagh, NY
$6,136/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in North Wantagh, NY, vs. other senior living options

$6,609/mo
Independent Living
$6,136/mo

Independent living costs in North Wantagh, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,332/mo
Studio
$7,616/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,663/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,565/mo

Senior living costs in North Wantagh vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: North Wantagh, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Wantagh, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,136/mo$4,686/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$6,441/mo$5,802/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$6,609/mo$5,889/mo$4,939/mo
Independent Living
North Wantagh, NY:$6,136/mo
New York:$4,686/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
North Wantagh, NY:$6,441/mo
New York:$5,802/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
North Wantagh, NY:$6,609/mo
New York:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$4,939/mo
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Independent living costs in North Wantagh, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Wantagh and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in North Wantagh, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Wantagh have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North Wantagh, NY$5,797/mo$4,899/mo+18.3%
New York$3,526/mo$3,310/mo+6.5%
National$2,955/mo$2,813/mo+5.0%
North Wantagh, NY
2024 average cost:$5,797/mo
2023 average cost:$4,899/mo
Percent change:+18.3%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,526/mo
2023 average cost:$3,310/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$2,955/mo
2023 average cost:$2,813/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in North Wantagh

Recent reviews for independent living in North Wantagh

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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The Bristal at Massapequa

5.0
the community is very good. They have great communication, and the community is very safe. there is nothing that I don't like in this community. I would recommend this community to others

North Wantagh independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Wantagh independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Wantagh, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Wantagh independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of North Wantagh 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
60%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
76.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
73.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.7%
10.3%
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Availability of select dining options in North Wantagh independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of North Wantagh communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
63.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.7%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Wantagh independent 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 independent living communities in North Wantagh offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
70%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
63.3%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
73.3%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
73.3%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.7%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
73.3%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
60%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.7%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Plainview, Christian Fellowship House and Sunrise of North Lynbrook are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Wantagh, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 31 independent living facilities near North Wantagh, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in North Wantagh, New York are Atria Forest Hills, Atria Plainview and Sunrise of Sheepshead. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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