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Lake Ronkonkoma is a welcoming community of nearly 19,000 residents and a large senior community that makes up almost 18% of the population. Retirement-friendly tax laws and high access to supporting programs and services make this community a great option for seniors seeking long-term care.
Lake Ronkonkoma is also home to several assisted living facilities, providing support and services to seniors who need help with some daily living activities but are largely independent. Assisted living facilities provide comfortable housing for residents, along with personalized care plans, daily meals and curated social and recreational activities. Some facilities have amenities such as on-site fitness centers, swimming pools and computer labs, and some allow residents to have pets. Monthly care costs vary, but on average, seniors in Lake Ronkonkoma pay $6,273 for assisted living. While this is high compared to state and national averages, there are programs available to help you pay for care, such as the New York Managed Long Term Care Program Waiver.
In this guide, we provide more information on ways to pay for long-term care and an overview of programs and agencies that help seniors navigate the system. This guide also highlights some of the state-mandated rules assisted living facilities in Lake Ronkonkoma follow.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in New York. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Seniors in Lake Ronkonkoma pay approximately $6,273 for assisted living services.
Assisted living rates in Lake Ronkonkoma are estimated at $6,273, making this a comparatively expensive place to obtain care. By comparison, in New York as a whole, rates are nearly $1,700 lower at $4,580. Nationally, assisted living facilities charge a median rate of $4,500.
Lake Ronkonkoma seniors pay $6,273 for assisted living, which is considerably costlier than rates in most other New York communities. In Rochester, rates are among the lowest in the state at $3,775, and in Poughkeepsie, monthly rates average $4,770. In Albany, residential care facilities charge $5,269, and in New York City, assisted living residents pay $5,750. Lake Ronkonkoma is an affordable option compared to Ithaca, where rates are the highest surveyed in the state, at $8,075.
Note: Data for Lake Ronkonkoma was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bridgeport, CT, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in New York.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| Ronkonkoma Senior Center | (631) 467-3324 | The Ronkonkoma Senior Center hosts social and recreational activities for area residents aged 60 and over, including age-friendly fitness classes, congregate meals and transportation to and from the center. It has information specialists who help older adults find community-based services that meet their needs, and it provides health insurance options counseling for those eligible for Medicare. Services are free, but there’s a suggested donation of $2 for meals and transportation. |
| Suffolk County Office for the Aging | (631) 853-8200 | The Suffolk County Office for the Aging is the Area Agency on Aging for the Lake Ronkonkoma region. It administers local, state and federal benefits and services to those aged 60 and over, helping them maintain as much independence as possible. Through this office, you can connect with programs such as Get Set Up, which provides over 40 free online classes during the week. You can also connect with a local Senior Advocate, who can help you enroll in public benefits that may help pay for assisted living expenses. |
| Suffolk County Veterans Services Agency | (631) 853-8387 | The county’s Veterans Services Agency has advisors who provide information on services and benefits for veterans in Lake Ronkonkoma. At this location, older veterans and their qualifying family members can be screened and apply for veterans’ and survivors’ pensions and Aid and Attendance. The office can also provide referrals for community-based services. |
| RSVP Suffolk | (631) 979-9490 | RSVP Suffolk has volunteer opportunities for Lake Ronkonkoma residents aged 55 and over. Participants get free placement assistance and on-the-job training to serve in local schools, museums, libraries and performing arts centers. The organization also provides free services such as Tai Chi for Arthritis classes, health insurance options counseling, a telephone reassurance program and the Community Computer Connections Program, which provides free computers to qualifying individuals. |
| Health Insurance Information Counseling, and Assistance Program | (800) 701-0501 | HIICAP is a free program that provides New York residents eligible for Medicare with health insurance options counseling. It’s run primarily by trained volunteers who can help you understand the benefits in Original Medicare and compare Medicare Advantage plans in Lake Ronkonkoma. HIICAP counselors can also help you determine whether a long-term care health insurance policy is right for your needs or if you qualify for Medicaid. Volunteers aren’t affiliated with any insurance companies and aren’t licensed to sell policies, ensuring unbiased assistance. |
| Nassau Suffolk Law Services | (631) 232-2400 | Nassau Suffolk Law Services provides free legal advice and assistance to older adults in the Lake Ronkonkoma region. Through this office, you can get help with navigating public benefits and applying for Medicare, Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income. |
| Catholic Charities of Long Island | (516) 733-7000 | Catholic Charities of Long Island has a range of services for seniors in Lake Ronkonkoma, including case management services to help older adults access local, state and federal assistance programs. It also operates three senior centers, the closest of which is in Wantagh. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Lake Ronkonkoma area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
