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The cost of independent living in Uniondale is about $6,752 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 1290 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 The Bristal at Lynbrook
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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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55 Floor plans available
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The staff at Orchard Estate of Woodbury are generally friendly and try to find ways to be helpful. The move in process seemed pretty well coordinated (at least from Orchard's side). My mom would probably...
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.
Choosing a living experience for yourself or a loved one is a very big decision. It is important to choose a community that offers the perfect balance of lifestyle and personal care. At Orchard Estate, you can reconnect with your passions and explore new opportunities every day.Benchmark Senior...
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17%
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I was questioning why they do not have social workers to help a new person get used to the living situation. My loved one moved from independent living and it still is hard for her to get use to it so maybe...
Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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...
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: 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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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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Cost of independent living in Uniondale, NY

The average cost of senior living in Uniondale is $6,752 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockville Centre, NY with an average of $6,580 per month.

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

Uniondale, NY
$6,752/mo
$6,784/mo

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

Uniondale, NY
$6,752/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$7,267/mo
Independent Living
$6,752/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,644/mo
Studio
$7,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,516/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,899/mo

Senior living costs in Uniondale 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: Uniondale, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUniondale, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,752/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$7,142/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,267/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Uniondale, NY:$6,752/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Uniondale, NY:$7,142/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Uniondale, NY:$7,267/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Uniondale, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Uniondale 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
Uniondale, NY$6,941/mo$5,541/mo+25.3%
New York$3,704/mo$3,617/mo+2.4%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Uniondale, NY
2024 average cost:$6,941/mo
2023 average cost:$5,541/mo
Percent change:+25.3%
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 Uniondale

Recent reviews for independent living in Uniondale

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

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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Uniondale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Uniondale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Uniondale, 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 Uniondale 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 Uniondale 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
53.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
68.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Uniondale 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 Uniondale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Uniondale, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
65.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
78.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Uniondale 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 Uniondale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
71.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
68.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
65.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
78.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
78.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
78.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
59.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81.3%
46.4%
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