Bristal Assisted Living in East Northport Among Top Senior Living Communities in Nation

The Bristal Assisted Living Communities at Sayville and East Northport have been selected as "Caring Star of 2017” award recipients for service excellence in assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The award is based on ratings and reviews from residents and their family members. The Bristal at Sayville and The Bristal at East Northport earned high consumer ratings while also meeting other qualifying criteria for this national honor.

"We strive daily to provide high-quality care for our residents, and this award helps validate our delivery on that promise,” said Susan Veneziano, Executive Director of The Bristal at Sayville. "On behalf of our community staff and leadership, thank you to those who shared positive feedback about the services we offer, and thank you to Caring.com for recognizing us as a Caring Star of 2017.”

“The Caring Star of 2017 award codifies that the efforts we put forth are being recognized and appreciated by our residents and their families,” said Nicholas Materdomini, Executive Director of The Bristal at East Northport. “Our goal here is simple: to create a warm, friendly and purpose-driven environment that delivers outstanding assisted living for seniors in a dignified and loving manner.”

According to Caring.com, the majority of family caregivers have indicated that they turn to the Internet and consumer reviews when researching senior living communities, and have relied on these perspectives more so than in-person recommendations from geriatric professionals or medical personnel. Now entering its sixth year, the Caring Stars annual list helps consumers reliably narrow senior living options for their loved ones to the most-acclaimed communities – particularly as they gather for the holidays and discover increased or urgent senior care needs.

"Congratulations to The Bristal Assisted Living at Sayville and The Bristal Assisted Living at East Northport for achieving this award after earning accolades from residents and their family members," said Caring.com CEO Karen Cassel. "This important milestone speaks volumes about the positive difference The Bristal Assisted Living at Sayville and East Northport are making in serving older adults, and we join with the Suffolk community in celebrating their accomplishment."