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The Bristal At East Meadow
40 Merrick Avenue, East Meadow, NY 11554
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In our commitment to transparency, we gathered up-to-date pricing information directly through a comprehensive interview with this community on Nov. 3, 2023. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Pricing Information
The pricing for assisted living starts at $5,000 a month. This is the base rate and can vary depending on the type of apartment and services required.
For independent living, the cost is not on a monthly basis as it does not include care services, which are additional to the rent.
Short-term stays require a minimum of a 30-day contract, with the cost being the same as the monthly rent for the chosen apartment.
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Exclusive Interview Insights
Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Nov. 3, 2023. Here's what we learned:
Overview of Senior Living Community
This senior living community offers a range of living options for seniors, including assisted living and independent living arrangements. The community is designed to cater to the varying needs of its residents, providing a comfortable and flexible environment.
Accommodation Types
The community offers different types of apartments, with the option for residents to choose based on their preferences and needs. The apartments are available on a month-to-month contract basis, ensuring flexibility for residents.
Pet Policy
Pets are welcome in the community, with a weight restriction of up to 15 pounds. Residents are expected to be able to care for their pets independently.
Move-In Assistance
The community provides resources to assist residents with moving in. While they do not have personal movers, they can recommend services to help facilitate the transition.
Transportation
Personal transportation services are not provided by the community. Residents are expected to arrange their own transportation as needed.
Dining Experience
The community boasts a high-end menu with a wide variety of choices, including an always-available menu to ensure residents have plenty of dining options to choose from.
Nursing and Staff
There are nurses available around the clock, with the number of nurses varying per shift to ensure that residents' medical needs are adequately met at all times.
Safety and Security
The community is equipped with call buttons and pendants to enhance the safety of residents. It is not gated, allowing residents the freedom to come and go as they please.
Handling Complaints
A case manager is available to address any complaints or concerns raised by residents, ensuring that issues are dealt with promptly and effectively.
Family Communication
Communication with residents' families is managed by a case manager, who serves as the point of contact for updates and information regarding the residents' well-being.
Waitlist and Availability
There may be a waitlist for some apartment types, indicating a demand for living spaces within the community.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
The Bristal in East Meadow has received a variety of reviews from residents and their families, highlighting both positive and negative experiences. Many reviews praise the facility for its attentive staff, engaging activities, and the overall positive impact on residents' well-being. Families have noted significant improvements in their loved ones' happiness and social engagement since moving to The Bristal. The staff, including various directors and team members, are frequently mentioned for their caring, professional, and accommodating nature.
However, there are also critical reviews that raise concerns about the level of care provided, particularly in the memory unit. One review specifically mentions a negative experience with staff behavior and the overall care of a loved one. Another detailed account expresses dissatisfaction with the care provided to their mother, leading to a tragic outcome.
Despite these criticisms, many reviews highlight the clean and well-maintained facility, the variety of activities available to residents, and the sense of community and family among staff and residents. The Bristal's efforts to keep residents safe and engaged during the COVID-19 pandemic are also commended, with mentions of daily updates and creative ways to maintain family connections.
Overall, while most feedback is positive, reflecting on the facility's commitment to resident care and quality of life, there are significant concerns that potential residents and their families may want to consider and discuss with The Bristal staff.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is East Meadow which is 1.1 miles away and has a population of 38,132 (mid sized town).
- The average income is $88,972, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 77
- Low Temperature: 36
- Average Temperature: 56.1
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 135 days of rain, 26 days of snow and 203 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.0 inches a year
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Supermarkets
Stew Leonard's of East Meadow
0.7 miles awayBest Market
0.8 miles awayC-Town
1.6 miles awayWalmart
1.7 miles awayShoprite
1.7 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Hempstead Turnpike & Merrick Avenue North
0.2 miles awayHempstead Turnpike & James Doolittle Boulevard
0.4 miles awayHempstead Turnpike & Glenn Curtiss Boulevard
0.5 miles awayHempstead Turnpike & Coolidge Drive
0.5 miles awayFront Street & Wickshire Drive
0.6 miles awayBanks
1st National Bank of Long Island
0.8 miles awayJovia
1.3 miles awayBank of America
1.8 miles awayChase
1.8 miles awayTD Bank
1.9 miles awayHospitals
Nassau University Medical Center
1.2 miles awayRite Options
3.1 miles awayMercy Medical Center
3.4 miles awayNYU Winthrop Hospital
3.5 miles awaySouth Nassau Communities Hospital
5.4 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
1.7 miles awayBest Choice Pharmacy
2.0 miles awayHempstead Pharmacy
2.3 miles awayWalgreens
2.3 miles awayFulton Avenue Pharmacy
2.4 miles awayDentists
National Dental
1.0 miles awayPediatric Dentistry
1.9 miles awayDental Office
2.0 miles awayOasis Dental
2.2 miles awayGeneral Dentistry
2.3 miles awayParks
East Meadow Baseball Complex
0.1 miles awayEisenhower Park
0.2 miles awayHempstead Plains Preserve
0.2 miles awayFrancis Purcell Preserve
0.2 miles awayRose Garden
0.7 miles awayPlaces of Worship
St. Luke's Protestant Episcopal Church
9.3 miles awaySea Cliff Gospel Chapel
9.4 miles awaySea
9.5 miles awayAbyssinian Baptist Church
20.1 miles awayCathedral of Saint John the Divine
20.8 miles awayShopping
Mall at The Source
1.7 miles awayRoosevelt Field Mall
2.0 miles awayBaldwin Shopping Center
4.0 miles awayBroadway Mall
4.2 miles awayDelco Plaza
4.4 miles awayCulture
Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre
0.8 miles awaySpiegal Theater
1.2 miles awayAdams Playhouse
1.3 miles awayWilbur Arts Center
3.4 miles awayMadison Theatre
3.5 miles awayRestaurants
The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille
0.4 miles awayPantano’s
0.8 miles awayColony Diner
0.9 miles awayMille Grazie
1.0 miles awayYevma
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Licensing
This community is licensed by the state of NY. It is a very large-sized community with 151 total beds.Disclaimer
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