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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Medford, NY
The cost of independent living in Medford is about $5,245 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 540 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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9.6
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71 reviews
They've really been equipped of my mom's mental health struggles and have gone out of their way to accommodate her and understand her needs. The staff has good communication with us as a family and listen to...
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 Arbors at Bohemia• Nestled on 5 acres in a residential setting.• Warm, compassionate team members• Single level setting; no elevators or stairs to climb• Comfortable décor helps residents feel right at homeOur mission at The Arbors Assisted Living is to enhance the quality of life by...
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Sunrise of Holbrook is very clean, and smells good. Apartment is kept tidy and clean by housekeeping. The staff has been quite the best of this experience. They are willing to go above and beyond, know my...
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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9.5
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72 reviews
I looked around at a few different independent, living facilities for my mother. I am so happy I chose Atria! I’ve been working with [name removed], who has been so supportive and has been willing to help me...
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.
Set on 14 magnificent acres in the beautiful hamlet of Lake Ronkonkoma, Atria Hertlin Place offers an independent lifestyle for today's active older adults. Our convenient location provides easy access to the surrounding area, local beaches, and the exclusive shopping, restaurants and museums of...
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9.5
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95 reviews
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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50 reviews
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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16 reviews
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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31 reviews
My mom is at the Bristal Lake Grove and is doing well in their memory care area. The facility is convenient and they have many great activities going on for the residents to participate in. The food is not...
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 Lake Grove is a lovely assisted living community, situated just minutes from Long Island's historic Three Village Area. This is our third Suffolk County assisted living residence. Like all communities of The Bristal Assisted Living, the senior care that residents will experience...
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8.0
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2 reviews
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.
Welcome to Amber Court of Smithtown..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. Our...
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7.9
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44 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Lake Shore Assisted Living Residence. The facility was just recently mostly remodeled, so it's in very nice shape. It's very clean. The staff that I have met is...
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.
Lake Shore Assisted Living Community is located near beautiful Lake Ronkonkoma, New York. Fishermen and nature lovers know this area as the home of Long Island's largest lake and beautiful sunsets. Whether you love watching the sunset over a breathtaking landscaped scene, or you like reeling in...
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7.9
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22 reviews
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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Excellent assisted living program, so Medicaid is accepted. Makes assisted living affordable and an option for all.
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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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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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After selling the home she lived in for over 60 years, my mom moved into a beautiful apartment While there she became unhappy and lonely, and after giving up her license and car, felt isolated. We heard...
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 Assisted Living offers incomparable care, the finest luxury amenities, a packed activity calendar and so much more. Call today to schedule your visit.
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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...
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.
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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as a matter fo fact tis wonderful, were moving in first week in september its a beautiful palce and theyre one of the few places we found that were in our budget when we were looking for apartments. we were...
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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
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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.
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.
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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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...
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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...
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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Cost of independent living in Medford, NY
The average cost of senior living in Medford is $5,245 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Remsenburg-Speonk, NY with an average of $4,796 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Medford
Recent reviews for independent living in Medford
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 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
Whisper Woods of Smithtown
4.9
The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff is friendly, helpful and attentive.
The nursing staff is on top of all the residents healthcare needs.
There are plenty of activities to interest everyone.
Our family feels blessed to have found this Assisted Living to care for our ...
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Medford independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Medford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Medford, 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 Medford 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 Medford 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
36%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
48%
30.2%
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Medford 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 Medford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Medford 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 Medford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44%
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
Community service programs
36%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Bay Shore, Sunrise of Dix Hills and The Arbors at Bohemia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Medford, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near Medford, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Medford, New York are Atria Bay Shore, The Arbors at Bohemia and The Arbors at Islandia - East and West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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