Best Rated Long Island Retirement Homes in Long Island NY

Compare the Best Rated Long Island Retirement Homes in Long Island New York providing Housing, Apartments, Amenities, and All-Inclusive services for Retired Seniors.

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Long Island Senior Living Residences

Our Best Rated Retirement Homes lists the Top Rated Retirement Homes, Affordable Retirement Homes, 55 Plus Retirement Communities, Senior Living Residences, Luxury Retirement Homes, Assisted Living Residences, and Senior Apartments in Long Island, New York and surrounding areas.

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1. brightview

Brightview Port Jefferson is the only resort-style senior living community in Port Jefferson, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care on Long Island’s scenic North Shore. Just minutes from the marina, Harborfront Park, and Village Center, residents enjoy a vibrant, worry-free lifestyle with chef-prepared meals, spacious apartments, and enriching daily programs. The community features 94 Independent Living, 50 Assisted Living, and 26 Memory Care apartments, many with full kitchens, as well as resort-style amenities including a movie theater, pub, billiards, fitness center, salon, library, and outdoor gathering spaces. With over 20 years of senior living excellence, award-winning service recognized by FORTUNE magazine, and a monthly rental model with no large entrance fee, Brightview Port Jefferson combines luxury, convenience, and compassionate care for seniors seeking an active, fulfilling life by the water.
Location: Long Island, New York

2. jefferson's ferry

Jefferson’s Ferry, Long Island’s first Life Plan Community, offers a unique blend of independence, security, and lifelong care in South Setauket, NY. Set on fifty scenic acres just an hour from Manhattan and close to Long Island’s stunning coastline, the community provides an exceptional environment for seniors to live, learn, and thrive. Residents enjoy vibrant Independent Living with priority access to a full continuum of onsite health services, all supported by the stability of a gold-standard Life Care contract. Combining refined culture, natural beauty, and peace of mind, Jefferson’s Ferry redefines retirement living in Suffolk County.
Location: Long Island, New York

3. atria forest hills

Atria Forest Hills stands out as a premier senior living community in Queens, NY, offering convenience, comfort, and personalized care. Just steps from Willow Lake and close to the LIRR and E and F subway lines, the community makes visits easy with its own parking garage. Residents enjoy lush outdoor spaces with walking paths and patios, on-site PT/OT services, and access to nearby specialist care. With a dedicated, long-tenured staff and a vibrant lifestyle supported by engaging programs, Atria Forest Hills provides the perfect balance of independence, connection, and support in an exceptional location.
Location: Long Island, New York

4. st.johnland

Since 1866, St. Johnland has been dedicated to serving the needs of the infirm and elderly with compassion, dignity, and the highest standards of care. Today, it stands as Long Island’s premier provider of skilled nursing services, specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, head injury rehabilitation, subacute care, and adult day care. With the addition of a Medicaid-funded Assisted Living facility and a Licensed Home Care Service Agency, St. Johnland continues to expand its mission to meet the evolving needs of the community. As a not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization, its Board of Directors remains steadfast in ensuring exceptional care while preserving the dignity and quality of life of every individual. Nestled in a tranquil woodland setting, St. Johnland offers not only comprehensive programs and services but also a compassionate environment that truly feels like home.
Location: Long Island, New York

5. gurwin healthcare system

Gurwin’s Assisted Living Community in Commack, NY offers elegant Long Island senior living with private apartments, personalized support, and a vibrant social atmosphere. Residents enjoy fine dining, engaging programs, trips, and opportunities to build meaningful connections, all while maintaining their independence. Backed by the strength of the Gurwin Healthcare System’s Life Plan Community, residents also have peace of mind knowing that additional levels of care—including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory care, home care, adult day services, and on-site dialysis—are available on the same campus if ever needed. With a dedicated team of caring professionals and a full continuum of services, Gurwin provides a lifestyle that combines independence, security, and enrichment for seniors across Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Location: Long Island, New York

6. amber court

Amber Court Assisted Living Communities is built on the enduring commitment of founders Alfred and Judith Schonberger, whose vision of compassionate senior care continues to inspire the organization today. Now led by second-generation family members Raphael Weiss and Robert Snyder, Amber Court remains dedicated to creating safe, comfortable, and cheerful environments where every resident is treated with kindness, dignity, and respect. Guided by a mission to preserve independence, promote well-being, and honor individuality, Amber Court fosters a warm, family-like atmosphere rooted in integrity and trust, ensuring that each resident enjoys a meaningful and fulfilling quality of life.
Location: Long Island, New York