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The cost of independent living in Island Park is about $6,179 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 489 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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1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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86 reviews
9.8
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86 reviews
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.
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44 Floor plans available
9.7
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64 reviews
9.7
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64 reviews
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My loved one was previously a resident at Sunrise of North Lynbrook and overall her experience at this facility was good, much better than things were at her previous facility. This facility was better...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.6
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23 reviews
9.6
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23 reviews
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I have fund that the staff within the facility stays in touch with me re: my dad constantly. They are very friendly and professional. The place is kept very clean and tidy. The move-in process was smooth and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
We would very much like to provide an overview of our communities, and why we are so proud of our reputation as the hidden gem of senior living on Long Island. Conveniently located in Western Nassau County, we are near Queens County, all Parkways and the LIRR. An even closer train station...
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1414 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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49 reviews
9.5
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49 reviews
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What we like the most about Atria Tanglewood is the locations. We also like the fact they offer private baths. We like the weekly trips to bank, pharmacy and stores Thank you for your assistance helping us...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Atria Tanglewood is one of the premier independent living communities on Long Island, where residents enjoy opportunities for staying active. Join the knitting group, which donates hats to cancer survivors at nearby South Nassau Hospital; stay abreast of current events with the News and Views...
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1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.3
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21 reviews
9.3
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21 reviews
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29%
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Very caring staff, they listen to and work on nuanced concerns. Very good amount of aides always available. Improve meals-difficult to quantify as Mom said too salty but her taste sense is probably not what...
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.
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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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67 reviews
9.3
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67 reviews
5 star
42%
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34%
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Overall experience was a 4, Cleanliness was a 5, Friendliness of staff was a 5, Meals and Dining was a 4, Activities although plentiful, was 3.5 ( my dad was on Dementia ward) so tough to rate), Value of...
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.
Sunrise Senior Living of East Meadow is conveniently located off of the Meadowbroook Parkway in the center of the island. Sunrise Senior Living has been providing excellent care to seniors for over 40 years, Sunrise of East Meadow has been providing care and a life style for seniors for 20...
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1010 Photos available
8.7
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48 reviews
8.7
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48 reviews
5 star
59%
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6%
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So many wonderful aspects of this facility. The room and bathroom are spotless. I'm jealous of the menu for meals. My brother loves their word search etc, cognitive activity time. It's very bright and airy...
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 North Woodmere is 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, North Woodmere has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and...
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1919 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.5
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98 reviews
8.5
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98 reviews
5 star
62%
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26%
3 star
8%
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Overall 4 - My mom is not happy there but that's because she misses her old life and does not recognize her limitations. Her children would give it a 5. Cleanliness - 5. Friendliness - 4 - The employees work...
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.
For more than 20 years, Atria Lynbrook has proudly served the families of Nassau County. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation to enhance its beauty and functionality, scheduled for completion in March 2020. Residents will enjoy a host of...
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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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They are the most amazing place, we could not of asked for a better place. It was clean, the food was delicious. Our loved one was going down hill and this place gave her the best year of her life. The...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
By the sea...amidst the South Shore's most prestigious oceanfront residential community is The Nautilus Hotel. Designed in the tradition of a grand resort hotel. The Nautilus Hotel offers an enriched, carefree lifestyle for discerning, senior adults. Located on the boardwalk in Atlantic Beach,...
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I like the place, here comfy and nice but the food should be more healthy
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.
Photo of Long Island Living Center
33 Photos available
5 star
25%
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My Aunt [Removed] is doing just great at Long Island Living Center. All the staff, right down to the janitors are friendly and welcoming to you. The nursing staff is always right on top of my questions and...
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.
The Long Island Living Center/ Assisted Living Program offers personalized assistance to the frail and elderly residents' giving them a homelike atmosphere. Our home is designed to help meet the physical, emotional and social needs of the elderly in a totally safe community environment. In...
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We chose this community because of the availability, cost and location. The food is good, they have a diverse menu. The room sizes are very appropriate and comfortable. Our favorite part about this facility...
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 East Meadow is 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, East Meadow has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection....
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6.8
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6.8
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Overall a very friendly and helpful staff. As far as the food - They have many options, we signed my dad up to a few so far, he has missed them all and I haven't received a satisfactory answer for any.
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.
The Bristal at Garden City will be the sixteenth in our family of assisted living communities. With our years of experience and expertise, we’re sure that you will find no equal – in luxury, dedication, or quality of care. Our Garden City community will offer independent senior living, assisted...
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8.5
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11 reviews
8.5
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11 reviews
5 star
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The onboarding process was made very easy. [name removed] was both helpful and professional. From the compassionate staff to the warm, welcoming environment, it's clear they prioritize the well-being and...
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.
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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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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of independent living in Island Park, NY

The average cost of senior living in Island Park is $6,179 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Atlantic Beach, NY with an average of $6,018 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Island Park, NY vs. nearby cities

Island Park, NY
$6,179/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Island Park, NY vs. the state and national average

Island Park, NY
$6,179/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Island Park vs. other types of senior living

$6,921/mo
Independent Living
$6,179/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Island Park, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,531/mo
Studio
$7,673/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,454/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,756/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Island Park over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Island Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Island Park

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

Island Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Island Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Island Park, 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 Island Park 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 Island Park 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
41.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Island Park 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 Island Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Island Park, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.8%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Island Park 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 Island Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
70.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.6%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.8%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.2%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
45.7%
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The Belvedere, Atria Plainview and Atria Forest Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Island Park, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Island Park, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Island Park, New York are The Belvedere, Atria Plainview and Atria Forest Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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