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The cost of independent living in Melville is about $6,374 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 1338 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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I have no complaints about how things are going for my mother since she has made the move into this community . The staff are always polite and I am comfortable with the care they have provided her. She has...
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.
Gurwin Jewish provides a menu of options all on one campus. Gurwin pride shines through in all we do. Assisted Living by Gurwin: At Gurwin Jewish~ Fay J. Lindner Residences, you can have it all: the ultimate in luxurious assisted living in an environment that embraces the traditions of Jewish...
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The Bristal in Massapequa has been absolutely amazing with the care they have shown my Mom. The level of patience and compassion as well as attention and treatment extended has really made a very positive...
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.
Since 2006, The Bristal at Massapequa has served this community with a much needed, high-quality senior living solution. Here we help residents on the South Shore adapt and thrive to a new home and a better way of life. Massapequa, in particular, has much to offer, with numerous commercial...
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The reason we chose Bayview was definitely for the value, it is completely worth it you get what you pay for. The activities are back open and our loved one is really happy with everything they are offering.
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 Bayview Rest Home. Our home has been in operation for over forty years serving the needs of senior citizens from all over the New York area. We pride ourselves in offering individualized care to all our residents. We are a family operation, and we think of all our residents as...
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When we are there we know the care services are good, and the cleanliness of the community stood out to us. Visually it is a nice place to bring your loved one, and it has a certain feel that it resembles an...
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 Assisted Living at West Babylon will be 15th community of The Bristal Assisted Living – the 12th on Long Island and the 5th in Suffolk County. Since 2000, The Bristal has been helping families understand and embrace the advantages of senior assisted living. Whether you are seeking...
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My wife and I are very pleased with Amber Court and how they treat my wife’s mother. It’s very clean, bed is always made, clothes are folded, and the staff is kind and friendly! My mother-in-law has made...
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 Amber Court of Westbury...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. ...
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We had a good experience at The Bristal at Westbury. There were some great workers here. The facility itself is very fancy and very large. We felt that it was not conducive for family visits in the memory...
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 Westbury is just 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, Westbury has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection. Fully...
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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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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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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
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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Melville, NY

The average cost of senior living in Melville is $6,374 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Massapequa Park, NY with an average of $5,847 per month.

Independent living costs in Melville, NY, vs. nearby cities

Melville, NY
$6,374/mo

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

Melville, NY
$6,374/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Melville, NY, vs. other senior living options

$6,807/mo
Independent Living
$6,374/mo

Independent living costs in Melville, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,154/mo
Studio
$7,520/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,691/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,126/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Melville 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: Melville, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMelville, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,374/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,637/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,807/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Melville, NY:$6,374/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Melville, NY:$6,637/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Melville, NY:$6,807/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Melville, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Melville 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 median 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
Melville, NY$5,940/mo$5,335/mo+11.3%
New York$3,519/mo$3,267/mo+7.7%
National$2,897/mo$2,798/mo+3.5%
Melville, NY
2024 average cost:$5,940/mo
2023 average cost:$5,335/mo
Percent change:+11.3%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,519/mo
2023 average cost:$3,267/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,897/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Melville

Recent reviews for independent living in Melville

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

Melville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melville, 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 Melville 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 Melville 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
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
68.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Melville 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 Melville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melville 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 Melville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
63.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
65.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
68.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
52.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.1%
46.4%
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Atria Plainview, Atria Huntington and Christian Fellowship House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Melville, New York. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Melville, New York are Atria Forest Hills, Atria Hertlin Place and Atria Plainview. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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