Assisted living is for someone who is largely independent but needs a reliable hand with the everyday things — bathing, dressing, medications, meals, getting to appointments. In New York, this means an Adult Care Facility license with Assisted Living Residence (ALR) certification under 10 NYCRR Part 1001.
No verified assisted living provider is currently based in Merrick. The closest verified options are listed below.
What to watch for with assisted living in Merrick
- Ask which services are included in the base rate versus billed as a separate care level.
Full guide to assisted living →
Verified assisted living in Merrick
Closest verified providers
| Provider | Based in | Address | County |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bristal at Bethpage | Bethpage | 1075 Stewart Avenue, 11714 | Nassau |
| The Bristal at East Meadow | East Meadow | 40 Merrick Avenue, 11554 | Nassau |
| The Bristal at Garden City | Garden City | 1001 Axinn Avenue, 11530 | Nassau |
| The Bristal at Jericho | Jericho | 310 Jericho Turnpike, 11753 | Nassau |
| The Bristal at Lake Success | Lake Success | 69 North Service Road, 11020 | Nassau |
| The Bristal at Lynbrook | Lynbrook | 8 Freer Street, 11563 | Nassau |
The Merrick market specifically
Visit twice, at different hours
A scheduled mid-morning tour and an unannounced 7 p.m. drop-in can look like two different buildings. Evening and overnight are when staffing thins and when families are most often surprised.
Eat a meal there. Talk to a resident's family member in the parking lot rather than one the community introduces you to.
