The Chelsea at Brookhaven, located in Yaphank, NY, is a senior living community offering memory care as its primary service, along with assisted living and independent living options. This facility is designed to support older adults through individualized care plans tailored to residents' needs, with a particular focus on individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The community provides a secure environment specifically structured to accommodate memory loss, with designated indoor and outdoor walking paths, and common spaces that are easy to navigate.
Residents at The Chelsea at Brookhaven have access to a range of medical and personal care services. Comprehensive memory care is at the core of the community's offerings, supplemented by support in incontinence care, diabetes management, ambulatory care, and medication management. The community makes available on-site visits from healthcare professionals including optometrists and podiatrists, ensuring regular eye and foot health monitoring. All residents can receive full assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, as needed. The care teams use established protocols and work closely with residents and families to adapt services as personal needs evolve.
The facility offers amenities aimed at supporting a well-rounded lifestyle for its residents. These include clubs and resident communities for socialization, a barber/beauty salon, organized fitness programs, and both standard and chair yoga classes. Activity programming continues to expand within the community, reflecting resident interests and feedback. The Chelsea at Brookhaven is a secured community with features tailored for memory care, and its spaces—both indoors and outdoors—are structured to promote safe, independent mobility.
Complimentary transportation is provided to residents for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service allows individuals to attend medical appointments or participate in community outings and recreational activities beyond the facility, supporting resident independence and engagement with the wider community.
Reviews from residents and families indicate positive experiences regarding the cleanliness and maintenance of the facility, as well as the professionalism and attentiveness of staff members. Residents are frequently described as engaged and cared for, with particular emphasis on the staff’s dedication to ensuring that individuals are well-dressed and made to feel at home. Some families have mentioned isolated early organizational challenges and occasional communication gaps, particularly concerning administrative or medication matters, but note that management has taken effective steps to address these issues when they arise. Activity offerings and meal variety receive positive feedback, though some suggest a desire for more tailored activities and enhanced religious programming. Overall, the community demonstrates a commitment to resident health, safety, and quality of life, reflecting ongoing adaptation to resident and family needs.
Costs at this community start at $4,980 and range up to $9,690. The average price in the community is $7,335, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,088. The cost of memory care 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.
