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The cost of independent living in West Gilgo Beach is about $5,951 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 1131 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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Photo of The Bristal at Westbury
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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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My wife and I are very pleased with Amber Court and how they treat my wife’s mother. It’s very clean, bed is always made, clothes are folded, and the staff is kind and friendly! My mother-in-law has made...
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.
Welcome to Amber Court of Westbury...a wonderful place to call home.  When living arrangements are no longer safe or desirable, we offer an extraordinary alternative.  Residential services, personal care assistance and medical supervision are valuable features of this lifestyle. ...
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There has been a lot of boredom due to the legal restrictions for the activities. Due to COVID this has made it hard for us to be able to see my loved. All my ratings are based on prior to...
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 Lynbrook is one member of an ever-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, Lynbrook has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection....
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my brother moved in to Long Beach Assisted Living one week ago. [name removed] was extremely professional and proficient about getting the necessary paperwork to transition him from his last living space....
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.
Hoffmann Manor is family owned and operated for the last 23 years. We are situated directly on the boardwalk in Long Beach, NY overlooking beautiful blue Atlantic Ocean. Hoffmann Manor underwent a total refurbishing both exterior and interior. We pride ourselves in the cleanliness of the home as...
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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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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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
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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Best management, the owner greeted me and my husband and explained the level of care. after meeting the owner and she took us for the tour or the place we know we were in the right place . The good news...
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.

Cost of independent living in West Gilgo Beach, NY

The average cost of senior living in West Gilgo Beach is $5,951 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Massapequa Park, NY with an average of $5,731 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Gilgo Beach, NY vs. nearby cities

West Gilgo Beach, NY
$5,951/mo
$5,963/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Gilgo Beach, NY vs. the state and national average

West Gilgo Beach, NY
$5,951/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Gilgo Beach vs. other types of senior living

$6,319/mo
Independent Living
$5,951/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in West Gilgo Beach, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,305/mo
Studio
$8,020/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,263/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,703/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in West Gilgo Beach over time

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What families are saying about independent living in West Gilgo Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in West Gilgo Beach

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

West Gilgo Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Gilgo Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Gilgo Beach, 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 West Gilgo Beach 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 West Gilgo Beach 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
57.1%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
65.7%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.1%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in West Gilgo Beach 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 West Gilgo Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
51.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Gilgo Beach 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 West Gilgo Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
65.7%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
65.7%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.9%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.6%
48.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.1%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.6%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
68.6%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.6%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
68.6%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
60%
33.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.6%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
47.5%
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Atria Forest Hills, Atria Plainview and Sunrise of North Lynbrook are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Gilgo Beach, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 36 independent living facilities near West Gilgo Beach, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in West Gilgo Beach, New York are Atria Forest Hills, Atria Plainview and Atria Hertlin Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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