The Bristal at Westbury is an assisted living community located in Westbury, New York. The facility offers a range of care options, with a primary focus on assisted living and additional services in memory care designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Residents benefit from individualized care plans, daily activities, dining services, and wellness programs intended to support both independence and quality of life. The campus features a secured environment, with areas specifically designed to accommodate the needs of residents experiencing memory loss. As of early 2024, there have been no major new developments or renovations at the facility.
Care and medical support at The Bristal at Westbury includes regular assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, up to full assistance as required by residents. Specialized memory care services are available within a secured section of the community, offering programs that focus on the cognitive, physical, and emotional needs of individuals with dementia. Staff provides supervision and support with incontinence care and ambulatory care. Additional clinical services include diabetes care, dialysis coordination, hospice care, podiatry, and access to outside medical professionals such as massage therapists.
The Bristal at Westbury features a variety of amenities aimed at enhancing residents’ daily lives. These include on-site clubs and community groups, organized fitness programs, and a dedicated fitness center. Residents have access to a barber and beauty salon, laundry and dry cleaning services, and opportunities for social engagement through structured events such as games, concerts, and outings. The facility emphasizes secure environments and programming tailored for memory care residents.
Resident and family reviews indicate a generally positive experience, highlighting consistent cleanliness, appealing meal choices, a variety of activities, and on-site health services. Staff attentiveness and compassion are commonly cited as positive aspects, contributing to an engaging and respectful atmosphere. However, some families and residents have mentioned issues such as lapses in communication, management turnover, and difficulties related to service scope or emergency medical responsiveness. Isolated negative experiences—especially in the memory care section—suggest that careful oversight and ongoing communication with management are important. Families are encouraged to review contracts thoroughly and regularly discuss care expectations to address evolving needs.
Costs at this community start at $7,836 and range up to $12,300. The average price in the community is $10,068, which is more than the average price in the area of $8,329. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
