The Bristal at East Northport

My father has been a resident of the Bristal for 5 years and he has been very happy there. He entered the facility with just a walker and being very independent but 6 months ago (5 years after moving in), he had a series of strokes that sent him to the hospital and rehab then back to the hospital and rehab. He showed signs of the first stroke at the lunch table at the Bristal and they quickly called the ambulance and got him right to the hospital. When my dad finally returned 3 months later, you would have thought a celebrity came in! To see the joy on the staff’s faces made my heart happy - I knew my dad was home. Since then, I’ve been with him daily to help him adjust to now needing full care (dressing, toileting, showering, transfers) and the staff couldn’t be more responsive to his needs. Dad’s daytime aide Maria is absolutely an angel on earth and my dad counts on her to help him understand what’s going on since he gets easily confused. She takes care of him like he is her own father and I so appreciate that. There are great activities like exercise classes, word and brain games, movies, art class, men’s and women’s groups, and excursions where they can go to some of the local stores or to outside events. I’m forever grateful to the Bristal for helping my dad live out his last days (however long that will end up being - he is almost 98 and still going pretty strong) in a clean, bright and friendly environment.

My Dad spent four years at The Bristal of East Northport, NY, living in their fabulous memory care section, Reflections. Over the years, in addition to his children, grandchildren and even great-grandchildren visiting him constantly, many of his nieces and nephews came to spend time with him. My 5-star review of this wonderful facility represents the feedback I’ve received from all these people: As is the case with all of The Bristal, Reflections is aesthetically designed and decorated providing a living environment filled with color, texture, and light. Its immaculate condition offers a healthy, safe and comfortable environment to the residents and it’s self-contained outdoor patio and yard provides space for nature’s serenity. A definite strong point is their staff … well-trained, knowledgeable, patient, and extremely caring. This 30-person community allows for staff-resident personal connections that significantly enhances a resident’s day-to-day experience. A monthly calendar of specifically-designed events is full of engaging, meaningful, and lively activities, including a few well-chaperoned off-site day trips. On-site nurses and visiting physicians provide top-notch medical services. Bonnie Hope, LMSW, is the Executive Director of The Bristal at East Northport. She and her staff run a well-managed, highly supportive, and responsive facility. The “heart” of Reflections is their Director, Ms. Simmone Tyson. Ms. Tyson is highly skilled and experienced and, together with her open-door policy, offers a connection to family members that is invaluable. When our family required much-needed guidance and support over the years, Simmone and her staff were there for us. The bottom line is that the last four years of my Dad’s life was significantly better because of The Bristal, its facilities, and its incredible staff.

The Bristal at East Northport was the right choice for my mother. As her dementia got worse we needed a safe place. The Bristal offered a great place for mom to be cared for and engaged. They constantly adjusted to her needs as her disease progressed and they supported me as a caregiver the whole way. I would recommend Bonnie and her team whole heartedly. From administration to wellness and reflections they were always there to make this journey as manageable as possible. Dementia is a cruel disease. I am glad we had The Bristal to help us see it through.

Everyone my Dad and our family dealt with, who worked at the Bristal, was a class act. They were phenomenal. Whether they were cleaning his room or giving him his meds or just constantly checking in on him, they were all so kind and thoughtful. I could not have asked for a better, caring group of people looking after my Dad.

The Bristal at East Northport provided a caring, safe environment for my parents who were in their mid 90’s. It was clear they could not live on their own and we explored several options before settling on the Bristal and we couldn’t have been happier. They had a personal relationship with many of the caring staff members. The nurses in wellness were always available and we had great communication on a regular basis. The entire staff worked very hard and engaged in a friendly manner with the residents. I would wholeheartedly recommend the Bristal at East Northport for anyone looking for excellent care for their older family members.