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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Riverhead, NY
If you’re looking for assisted living in Riverhead, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Riverhead or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Riverhead.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Riverhead for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 20 assisted living facilities in the Riverhead area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Shore, Point Beach and Morningside.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Port Jefferson, Branford and Patchogue.
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I visited multiple facilities in search for a place for my dad who was moving cross-country to be near his grandchildren. From the moment I called, the staff at The Village at South Setauket were warm,...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
At Atria South Setauket, we take care of all the work while you socialize and try new activities. Relax on the patio, swim in our outdoor pool or take a cooking class with friends. Enjoy the hotel-like amenities in the convenient Long Island community you love, right near plenty of shopping and...
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All in all they do a good job. Of course some more then others. The activity staff are excellent . Unfortunately my mom does not participate even though they do try hard to get her involved. As in most...
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 Perfect Way of LifeVillage Walk will allow older adults the opportunity to stay a part of the Village they love with the added security of all new, tailored, hospitality-based residential and health care choices—senior living to support engaged and active independence, and dedicated memory...
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It is clean and well maintained. Have had multiple medication mistakes with incorrect medication being given to mom. After multiple weeks of no response from the staff and executive director, I went to the...
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.
UNDER CONSTRUCTION FOR COMPLETION IN 2020Located in Yaphank, Long Island, New York, The Chelsea At Brookhaven offers personalized Assisted Living in studio and one-bedroom apartments. Our Country Cottage provides a safe, pleasant, and supportive environment for residents with Alzheimer’s and...
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The nurse and aids know the sweet side as well as the ugly side of my mother who has severe Alzheimer's. They are patient, understanding and work with her. She is kept comfortable and content "most" of the...
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 All American Assisted Living at Coram. Our newly constructed residential community has been designed to create a homey, neighborhood feel.The All American difference is that we are committed to promote participation, inclusion and socialization. Our goal is to help residents to be as...
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Like many of you, our mother along with many other moms, grandmothers, aunts, uncles and friends are living in Assisted Living facilities all over the country. During this dark time in our history, we can...
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 Villa at Westhampton is an exclusive assisted living community nestled along 18 lush acres of sprawling lawns, spectacular gardens, walking paths and picturesque views. Moments away from the majestic Hamptons beaches and Westhampton Performing Arts Center, truly a port of call to an exciting...
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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.
This is your current, live Community Page description. This description is provided by A Place for Mom after referral via our family search tools. Please look through the list of amenities posted, and if you need to make any changes to your amenities list, please do so in your Community Profile...
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We really couldn't be any happier with the entire facility. The cleanliness and friendliness being on the top along with good food and a great menu. Care has been very good too. Activities are ok the only...
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.
Since 2000, The Bristal has helped families understand and embrace the advantages of Senior Assisted Living. Our privately owned senior care communities, and all they offer, are the finest you will encounter. Our senior independent living environment not only grants residents the freedom to come...
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Excellent assisted living program, so Medicaid is accepted. Makes assisted living affordable and an option for all.
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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Quantum is fantastic. [name removed] and [name removed] are kind, compassionate and they really care about the community and patients. I can’t think of a better rehab for my sister. Thank you wuantum for...
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.
Nestled in a scenic wooded neighborhood Crest Hall Care Center and Oak Hollow Nursing Center are sister facilities located in Middle Island, These two skilled nursing facilities are independent of each other with separate administrative, professional and service staff but both believe in our...
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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.
Our home is situated on three beautifully landscaped waterfront acres. The picturesque grounds and our intimate size create a comfortable home like atmosphere. Here, our seniors enjoy the benefits of twenty-four hour loving care and all ranges of assisted living services. From assistance with...
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I was a bit hesitant and apprehensive in the beginning because of the situation that had occurred years ago. But I took a chance and decided to get my Rehab at Medford. TO my surprise, this facility was...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
A non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, Jefferson’s Ferry’s residents fully enjoy retirement without worrying about market swings, future health care needs, chores or maintenance. Sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, Jefferson’s Ferry boasts three levels of living: 248...
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.
The Bove Health Center at Jefferson’s Ferry, a not-for-profit community sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, offers the highest level of independence possible for residents needing daily assistance. The 60 private enriched housing apartments are available for both short and...
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Cost of assisted living in Riverhead, NY
The average cost of senior living in Riverhead is $5,114 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westhampton Beach, NY with an average of $4,877 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riverhead, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riverhead, NY vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Riverhead, NY by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Riverhead, NY
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What families are saying about assisted living in Riverhead
Recent reviews for assisted living in Riverhead
Seacrest Retirement Center in West Haven, CT
4.0
After visiting many "retirement homes", Seacrest definitely feels more homey than all of the other more institution style residencies. It's beautiful water view setting adds tremendously to its value as well as a strong sense of family amongst its attendants and workers and residents. Our ...
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HarborChase of Branford
4.0
The people we met with were welcoming and reassuring that they would take good care of our mother. Place is a bit dated and the head nurse is not very accommodating, but most everyone else is extremely nice. Food is excellent.
Sophia's Care Services in Holbrook, NY
5.0
Sophia's Care gets a score of 5 on all accounts. Alexandra and her healthcare provider team go above and beyond in caring for the most frail elderly residents.
They accepted my father last year with open arms when many other facilities rejected him. The personal care and attention my father has ...
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Riverhead review score based on 53 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 53 reviews of 17 Riverhead assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Riverhead 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
Riverhead review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Riverhead 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 53 reviews of 17 Riverhead assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Riverhead 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.Riverhead, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
4.0
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Value for cost*
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Riverhead assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverhead assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverhead, 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 Riverhead 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 Riverhead 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
47.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.2%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.8%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Riverhead 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 Riverhead 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
52.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Riverhead 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 Riverhead 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
35.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
47.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Riverhead 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 Riverhead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverhead 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 Riverhead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Riverhead
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 Riverhead protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Arbors at Bohemia, HarborChase of Madison and Sunrise of Holbrook are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Riverhead, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 20 assisted living facilities near Riverhead, New York. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Riverhead, New York are The Arbors at Bohemia and Village Walk at Patchogue. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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