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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Islip, NY

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Memory care in Islip 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 Islip is about $6,079 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 30 communities, read 874 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
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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.
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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.
Photo of The Bristal at East Northport
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.
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Cost of memory care in Islip, NY

The average cost of senior living in Islip is $6,079 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bellport, NY with an average of $5,589 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Islip, NY vs. nearby cities

Islip, NY
$6,079/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Islip, NY vs. the state and national average

Islip, NY
$6,079/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Islip vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,079/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Islip, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,939/mo
Studio
$7,151/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,317/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,947/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Islip over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Islip

Recent reviews for memory care in Islip

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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Sunrise of Smithtown

5.0
Sunrise has been absolutely wonderful from the very beginning. The executive director and all of the staff have been caring, kind, compassionate, and excellent communicators before and during COVID-19. They send a evening report by email with updates to all of the family members. My aunt has ...
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Islip review score based on 159 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 28 Islip memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Islip 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

Islip review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Islip, NY28 facilities
8.3
North Bay Shore, NY31 facilities
8.1
Brightwaters, NY21 facilities

Review subcategories for Islip 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 159 reviews of 28 Islip memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Islip 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.
Islip, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Islip memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Islip memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Islip, 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 Islip 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 Islip 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
67.9%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Islip 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 Islip Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Islip, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.4%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Islip 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 Islip partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Islip, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.6%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Islip 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 Islip communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Islip, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Islip 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 Islip offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Islip, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.7%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Plainview, Atria Bay Shore and Sunrise of Dix Hills are the top-rated memory care facilities near Islip, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 30 memory care facilities near Islip, New York. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Islip, New York are Atria Plainview, Atria Bay Shore and The Arbors at Bohemia. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 30 memory care facilities near you in Islip, 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 Islip, 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 Islip, 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 Islip, New York ranges from $352 to $14835. The average Memory Care cost in Islip, New York is $6,079. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Islip, 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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