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The cost of independent living in Sound Beach is about $5,702 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 231 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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Photo of Sunrise of East Setauket
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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50 reviews
9.4
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50 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
26%
3 star
4%
2 star
2%
1 star
4%
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We're having a good experience with Sunrise Senior Living in East Setauket. Very professional environment under the able guidance of Executive Director [name removed]. Robust social programs are offered 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.
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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66 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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100 reviews
9.2
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100 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
28%
3 star
11%
2 star
2%
1 star
7%
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Everyone there has been wonderful. My mother-in-law is very happy. She just wishes there was more activities that she was interested in. Doesn't seem to be a lot going on. But she's very comfortable and the...
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.
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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Photo of The Chelsea at Brookhaven
1313 Photos available
2727 Floor plans available
8.9
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25 reviews
8.9
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25 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
52%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
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0%
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My Mom is enjoying The Chelsea at Brookhaven. Everyone is so nice, helpful and friendly. There are a lot of activities that keep her busy. She is very happy there!
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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Photo of All American Assisted Living at Coram
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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32 reviews
8.6
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32 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
16%
3 star
3%
2 star
9%
1 star
3%
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The rooms are a decent size and are kept clean by the staff, laundry is done once a week with no issues, there are 3 scheduled meals a day and entertainment. The staff is friendly, caring and make it a point...
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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11 Photo available
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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.
Photo of The Bristal at Holtsville
1010 Photos available
6.5
Review score
23 reviews
6.5
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23 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
26%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
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4%
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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
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.
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...
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...
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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.
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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Cost of independent living in Sound Beach, NY

The average cost of senior living in Sound Beach is $5,702 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Remsenburg-Speonk, NY with an average of $4,936 per month.

Independent living costs in Sound Beach, NY, vs. nearby cities

Sound Beach, NY
$5,702/mo
$5,661/mo

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

Sound Beach, NY
$5,702/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Sound Beach, NY, vs. other senior living options

$6,257/mo
Independent Living
$5,702/mo

Independent living costs in Sound Beach, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,533/mo
Studio
$5,819/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,342/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,189/mo

Senior living costs in Sound Beach 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: Sound Beach, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSound Beach, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$5,702/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,106/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,257/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Sound Beach, NY:$5,702/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Sound Beach, NY:$6,106/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Sound Beach, NY:$6,257/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Sound Beach, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sound Beach 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
Sound Beach, NY$4,175/mo$3,849/mo+8.5%
New York$3,704/mo$3,617/mo+2.4%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Sound Beach, NY
2024 average cost:$4,175/mo
2023 average cost:$3,849/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,704/mo
2023 average cost:$3,617/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sound Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Sound Beach

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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Wesley Village in Shelton, CT

5.0
My mom is doing great at Lifestyle Transitions. She loves living there and is doing very well.

Seacrest Retirement Center in West Haven, CT

4.0
After visiting many "retirement homes", Seacrest definitely feels more homey than all of the other more institution style residencies. It's beautiful water view setting adds tremendously to its value as well as a strong sense of family amongst its attendants and workers and residents. Our ...
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Sound Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sound Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sound Beach, 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 Sound Beach 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 Sound Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sound Beach, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sound Beach 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 Sound Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sound Beach, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
62.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sound Beach 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 Sound Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sound Beach, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.4%
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