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The cost of independent living in Fire Island is about $5,148 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 274 options.

Read 7022 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Melville, Bethpage and Huntington.

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I have lived here for about 20 years (basically since the complex opened) and I have never experienced better service. The landscape has looked absolutely incredible, the people that live here are extremely...
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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.
An active adult rental community located on the north shore of western suffolk county. Located near the Smithhaven Mall and Stonybrook University Hospital.The Waterfalls is a community consisting of 320 1 and 2 bedroom garden apartments. Residents enjoy an active clubhouse complete with formal...
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They're doing a good job taking care of my Dad here. It's a nice place, not overcrowded at all, and it has a nice homey feel. Dad complains about the people there being "too old", so they could use more...
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.
Olsen Rest Home is an assisted living community located in Nesconset, NY. Nesconset is a hamlet located in Long Island, an area that is widely known for its unique culture, delicious seafood and Italian cuisine and distinctive music. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy catching one of the region's many...
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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.
Introducing a new take on luxe living at The Cornerstone at Hauppauge. Perfectly positioned on nine sprawling acres of garden-like grounds, just south of the Long Island Expressway on Route 111; we're right where you need to be. Enjoy serene, open-air living with a private entrance to your...
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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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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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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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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, 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.
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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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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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: 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.
Photo of The Bristal at Jericho
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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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My name is Demetria [Removed] I live in apt.[Removed]. I just would like to give Riverhead landing a 5 star rating. They are efficient and courteous. And are very helpful with paperwork. The maintenance...
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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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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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.
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: 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.
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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.
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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.
Sycamore Place Apartments is a senior's housing residence located in Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut. With a positive and welcoming atmosphere, Sycamore Place Apartments is a wonderful choice for your new home. Known as 'Park City', Bridgeport is a dream for anyone who loves nature and...
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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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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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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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We love living at Waterstone on High Ridge. The facility is beautiful & the people are great. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.
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.

Cost of independent living in Fire Island, NY

The average cost of senior living in Fire Island is $5,148 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Queens, NY with an average of $3,964 per month.

Independent living costs in Fire Island, NY, vs. state and national averages

Fire Island, NY
$5,148/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Fire Island, NY, vs. other senior living options

$9,435/mo
Independent Living
$5,148/mo

Independent living costs in Fire Island, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,233/mo
Studio
$4,445/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,121/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,716/mo

Senior living costs in Fire Island 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: Fire Island, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFire Island, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$5,148/mo$3,974/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,727/mo$6,817/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,435/mo$8,640/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Fire Island, NY:$5,148/mo
New York:$3,974/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Fire Island, NY:$7,727/mo
New York:$6,817/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Fire Island, NY:$9,435/mo
New York:$8,640/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Fire Island, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fire Island 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 Fire Island, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fire Island 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fire Island, NY$4,618/mo$4,495/mo+2.7%
New York$3,681/mo$3,675/mo+0.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Fire Island, NY
2024 average cost:$4,618/mo
2023 average cost:$4,495/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,681/mo
2023 average cost:$3,675/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
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2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Fire Island

Recent reviews for independent living in Fire Island

Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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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

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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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Fire Island independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fire Island independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fire Island, 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 Fire Island 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 Fire Island 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
33.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
44.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Fire Island 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 Fire Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fire Island, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.6%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.8%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fire Island 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 Fire Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.9%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.7%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.2%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
51.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
38.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.2%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Netherbay at Bay Shore, Atria Bay Shore and Christian Fellowship House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fire Island, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 274 independent living facilities near Fire Island, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fire Island, New York are Atria West 86, Atria Rye Brook and Atria Forest Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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