Seniors who require help with daily living activities but prefer to remain as independent as possible may choose assisted living for their long-term care. The average cost in Huntington is $7,838, which is more expensive than many other areas in the state and around the country.
This guide provides information on the cost of care in Huntington and throughout the region, as well as cost comparisons with other types of care. It also includes a list of available aging-related resources in the city.
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70 Greenlawn Road, Huntington, NY, 11743
4.1
(16 reviews)
"Our experience having my husband at Maryville Enhanced Assisted Living Center has been fine. The living atmosphere of the community is very good and the staff is very caring. His room is very clean and well kept. They have activities, trivia, and the..."
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350 Cuba Hill Rd, Huntington, NY, 11743
"Saint Joseph's Home for the Aged is a senior living community run by the missionary sisters of Saint Benedict. This community is located in ..."
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369 Split Rock Road, Syosset, NY, 11791
4.7
(23 reviews)
"Christian Fellowship House was a wonderful place. It was a 10-acre site, and it was fully encapsulated. We loved the facility, and it was reasonably priced. There were only 48 beds. They had single rooms and shared rooms. The staff took us through th..."
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12 Washington Avenue, Plainview, NY, 11803
4.3
(24 reviews)
"My mom is a resident of Atria Plainview. I highly recommend them; I would live there myself if I could. The location and the people are fabulous. The food is okay. The apartment is wonderful. She is very happy there, they're very sweet to her and ver..."
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165 Beverly Road, Huntington Station, NY, 11746
4.5
(22 reviews)
"The ambiance of Atria Huntington was a little dated, but warm and inviting. The staff was very lovely. I looked at things briefly and everything looked fine. The facility was just adequate, but a little dated...."
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10 Cheshire Place, East Northport, NY, 11731
4.4
(21 reviews)
"I got to tour Atria East Northport. Diego gave me a tour. It was very pleasant surroundings. Lovely outdoors. People seemed to be active. There were activities and opportunities to watch movies and do various activities. Nice accommodations as far as..."
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337 Deer Park Road, Huntington Station, NY, 11746
4.3
(18 reviews)
"My father was at Sunrise of Dix Hills and they were fantastic. They had a bunch of activities. He never really participated, but he was just happy to be there. They were accommodating. They would go out of their way to help you with things, whether i..."
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150 South Street, Oyster Bay, NY, 11771
"OBM is a well run assisted care facility. My mother has been there for several years as her dementia/Alzheimer's disease progresses. She is well cared for. Daily cleaning of her room and laundry are done, and the facility itself is always clean and ..."
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1231 Old Country Road, Plainview, NY, 11803
4.3
(15 reviews)
"Sunrise of Plainview was lovely. It was not too big. It was the one I liked the best. They had an apartment with a kitchen area, a living room, and a bedroom. It was very nice, and it had cement walls. Everything was homemade by the chef, and I had a..."
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900 Woodbury Road, Woodbury, NY, 11797
5.0
(6 reviews)
"A beautiful facility, with a very caring staff...."
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59 Bayville Avenue, Bayville, NY, 11709
4.3
(13 reviews)
"My dad moved into Rosewood on the Sound assisted living. It's very clean, they're very attentive, the meals are good for him, they have outings, and there's a doctor on the premises so I have no complaints. His room is very clean. He has a bathroom,..."
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423 Clay Pitts Rd, East Northport, NY, 11731
4.2
(12 reviews)
"My aunt is a resident at Birchwood Suites. Its a very warm caring place. Very charming, clean and they take great care of her. They treat her like their family! The rooms are beautiful and very well decorated. An amazing property with grea..."
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150 South St, Ste 2244, Oyster Bay, NY, 11771
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I thought the environment at Oyster Bay Manor was very ample. I liked it right away. We were even chatting with the people there. The staff who assisted me with the tour was professional and knowledgeable, and she cared about the people. I saw the di..."
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300 West Hills Road, Huntington Station, NY, 11746
3.3
(4 reviews)
"Sunrise Senior Living of Huntington Assisted Living was good, but it seemed very pricey. You know, we're talking about another thirty thousand, twenty-five thousand a year. So I said, I kind of have a sort of budget I have to work with. And when I co..."
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135 Old East Neck Rd., Melville, NY, 11747
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I am so thankful I found this place, taking care of My father who was 80 years old was becoming hard on me and my family, we didn’t like the idea of a nursing home so we opted for Divine Serenity. Best decision ever!! My father would call me and tell..."
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760 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY, 11731
4.7
(39 reviews)
"My impression of The Bristal Assisted Living at East Northport during our tour was great. It was over the top, it was nice. It was like a hotel, I passed by the dining room and it had linen tablecloths, they had waiters and waitresses, and they were ..."
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150 Sunnyside Blvd, Plainview, NY, 11803
4.2
(25 reviews)
"We went to Somerset Gardens by Chelsea. They were very caring. They asked a lot of questions about my mother-in-law. They seemed very concerned. The facility was very clean. The apartments were well kept. If we had to choose one place, that would hav..."
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70 Pinelawn Road, Melville, NY, 11747
4.4
(14 reviews)
"Our cousin lived in in this facility since March 2020. COVID hit and the doors were closed. Our cousin just passed at age 102 but the care and love she received in these past 2 plus years has been so comforting. At the end of her life she had be ..."
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310 Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY, 11753
4.4
(13 reviews)
"The Bristal at Jericho was very beautiful. It had an upscale look to it. It was very clean looking. The staff were engaging and listened to our needs, were very polite, and accommodating. They had a movie theater, an arts and crafts room, a sitting a..."
READ MOREThe New York State Department of Health regulates assisted living communities in Huntington. Regulations involve all aspects of operations, including staffing, health and safety, medication administration, housekeeping, grooming and meals.
According to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Huntington is $7838 per month. This is higher than both national and state averages, which come to $4,300 and $4,800, respectively
In Huntington, seniors can expect to pay around $7,838 per month for assisted living, according to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This is $3,038 more than the statewide average and $3,538 more than the national median. Other cities in the area have more affordable assisted living, including New York City, where the average monthly cost is $5,991, and Poughkeepsie, where seniors pay $5,145 per month. In the state capital, Albany, assisted living is even less expensive at just $4,800 per month.
Huntington
$7,838
New York
$4,800
The United States
$4,300
New York City
$5,991
Poughkeepsie
$5,154
Albany
$4,800
In addition to assisted living at $7,838 per month, Huntington offers several other long-term care options for seniors. Homemaker services average $4,767 per month, which can allow seniors to age in place and receive assistance in their own homes. Those who also need limited medical attention can opt for home health aide services at a cost of $5,148. The most affordable option is adult day health care at $1,926 per month, which provides weekday supervision in a group setting. Seniors who require around-the-clock skilled care can choose a nursing home facility, where a semiprivate room costs around $14,113 and a private room averages $15,208 per month.
Homemaker Service
$4,767
Home Health Aide
$5,148
Adult Day Health Care
$1,926
Assisted Living Facility
$7,838
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$14,113
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$15,208
Note: Care cost data for Huntington was not available, so data for the closest city, Bridgeport, CT, was used instead.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
In Huntington, seniors have access to a number of resources that can help them age in place successfully. These programs and services are available at little to no cost for eligible seniors.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Suffolk County Office for the Aging | (631) 853-8200 | The Suffolk County Office for the Aging assists individuals aged 60 and older with maintaining their independence and dignity to help them age in place. The agency serves as an advocate for senior citizens and offers access to various supportive programs, including legal assistance, chronic disease management, educational opportunities and health insurance counseling. |
| Huntington Senior Center | (631) 351-3253 | The Huntington Senior Center offers an array of programs for area residents aged 60 and older. Seniors can take part in classes in art, driving, exercise, dance and singing, The center also hosts games, movies and workshops and special events Transportation is also available to and from the center and for weekly outings and medical appointments. |
| HART Bus System | (631) 427-8287 | Huntington County Regional Transportation (HART) provides rides for seniors to places of interest throughout the area at reduced fares. There are also four fixed-routes that make stops at all local senior centers. |
| New York Long Term Care Ombudsman | (855) 582-6769 | The long-term care ombudsman serves as an advocate for seniors in assisted living. The ombudsman plans regular trips to local centers to ensure state and local standards are being met. They also investigate complaints and help seniors reach a resolution over concerning issues. |
| Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency | (631) 853-8387 | The County's Veterans Service Agency helps senior veterans apply for benefits and compensation earned through their military service. This can include VA pensions and the Aid and Attendance pension supplement, which may help seniors cover the cost of assisted living services. |
Huntington-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Lauren
3
Review of Maryville Adult Home, Inc
I like that Maryville Adult Home was small and clean, and there's a lot of staff for the residents. The residents didn't seem particularly engaged, but there wasn't a lot of space, so there wasn't...
Assisted Living
erica2021
1
Review of Maryville Adult Home, Inc
Maryville should not be considered for any individual. This rating should be negative stars.. The staff are kind, not sufficiently trained. The rooms are sad and in our opinion not up to...
Assisted Living
Rose
5
Review of Maryville Adult Home, Inc
Our experience having my husband at Maryville Enhanced Assisted Living Center has been fine. The living atmosphere of the community is very good and the staff is very caring. His room is very clean...
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