Sunrise of East Meadow

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  • Interior

    An elegantly decorated dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • Decor

    A minimalist bathroom featuring soft towels, a large mirror, and a tidy sink area.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring a fireplace, sofa, and armchairs with elegant decor.
  • Building

    A senior living facility with well-maintained gardens and prominent signage.
  • Architecture

    A grand hotel building with a circular driveway and well-maintained landscaping under a clear blue sky.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, window, and carpeted floor.
  • Windows

    A beautifully set dining room table with elegant decor and warm lighting.
  • Dining

    A sunny outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and umbrellas.
  • Landscaping

    A large residential building with a roundabout and well-maintained landscaping under a clear blue sky.
  • Kitchen

    A compact kitchen setup with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, microwave, and a small dining area for two.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy lounge area with a bar counter and popcorn machine.
  • Fireplace

    Cozy living room with a fireplace and comfortable seating arrangements.
  • Floor Plan

    A 3D floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment featuring a living room, kitchen, and bathroom.
  • Patio

    A cozy outdoor patio with tables and chairs under large umbrellas.

Sunrise of East Meadow

Sunrise of East Meadow is an assisted living and memory care community in East Meadow, NY.

Information last verified:

1555 Glenn Curtiss Boulevard, East Meadow, NY 11554

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 120 reviews
5 stars
81
4 stars
22
3 stars
8
2 stars
2
1 stars
7

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Sunrise of East Meadow Costs & Pricing

Sunrise of East Meadow offers competitive pricing for its assisted living accommodations, particularly when compared to the broader market in Nassau County and the state of New York. For example, the cost of a semi-private room at Sunrise is $4,530, which is significantly lower than the county average of $5,300, while still being slightly above the state average of $4,389. The studio rate at Sunrise is $6,690 - this is higher than both the county's $6,045 and statewide average of $4,532. The facility's one-bedroom unit is priced at $7,800, surpassing both local ($6,764) and state ($4,307) averages. Lastly, for two-bedroom accommodations priced at $8,460, Sunrise remains competitive compared to Nassau County's average of $7,912 but again exceeds New York's overall trend of $4,786. Overall, while some room types are positioned above local and state averages at Sunrise of East Meadow, its semi-private room stands out as a more affordable option for prospective residents.

Floor plansSunrise of East MeadowNassau CountyNew York
Semi-Private$4,530$5,300$4,389
Studio$6,690$6,045$4,532
1 Bedroom$7,800$6,764$4,307
2 Bedrooms$8,460$7,912$4,786

Overall Review of Sunrise of East Meadow

common 48 reviews mention this

Care team feels personal

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as kind and responsive.

Many reviews focus on how approachable the team is, including aides, nursing, and directors who communicate and follow up when needs change. Several families describe staff members learning residents and visitors by name, and treating loved ones with respect and patience. A few reviewers also call out communication as a major reason they felt reassured about ongoing care, including updates and help coordinating next steps.

differentiator 12 reviews mention this

Memory care support stands out

Families describe the reminiscence care team as hands-on and steady.

Multiple reviews specifically mention the reminiscence care setting and emphasize consistent attention for dementia needs. Families describe leadership in that area as engaged and responsive, and they highlight around-the-clock support as part of what gave them peace of mind. In at least one review, residents also received dignity-focused help during changes in room placement, and another reviewer describes the care team staying attentive as needs progressed.

common 16 reviews mention this

Dining quality and options

Dining is a frequent bright spot, with emphasis on chef-prepared meals.

Reviews commonly praise meal quality and the way food is prepared and served, including home-style descriptions and compliments directed at the chef. Several reviewers mention dietary attention and menu choices, and a few describe residents enjoying meals and desserts. The community also states it supports restaurant-style dining and special dietary needs, which aligns with the recurring positive comments about food and care around dining.

common 14 reviews mention this

Clean building and well kept spaces

Reviews repeatedly mention a clean, well-maintained environment.

A number of reviewers describe the facility as spotless and well kept, including clean rooms and common areas. Several also mention cleanliness during visits or daily life, and a few directly connect it to their comfort with the overall experience. In addition to cleanliness, some reviews describe thoughtful layout details like private bathrooms and accessible features.

caveat 26 reviews mention this

Cost feels high with add-ons

Pricing is a recurring concern, with mentions of add-on charges and rapid cost growth.

Many reviews describe the community as very expensive, and several point to concerns about how fees and additional charges work. Some families describe feeling misled during the sales or transition process, while others mention having to bring in extra help at additional cost as care needs increase. Even among positive reviews, cost is often qualified, and a few reviews raise concerns about fairness and rising expenses over time.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Activities can be uneven by unit

Activities are a strong point in some reviews, but others say engagement is limited.

Several families describe a busy activity calendar with outings, group events, and resident participation. At the same time, some reviewers—especially those with relatives in dementia-focused care—say the programming or day-to-day engagement can be limited depending on the resident’s level of need. Others describe that residents may not participate as much as expected, even when activities exist.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 107 resident community capacity 107 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • John F Kennedy International (12 miles away) John F Kennedy International (12 miles away)
  • LaGuardia (16 miles away) LaGuardia (16 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in East Meadow, New York, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior living needs. With close proximity to hospitals such as Nassau University Medical Center and Winthrop University Hospital, residents can feel confident in access to quality healthcare. The abundance of pharmacies, including CVS and Walgreens, ensures convenient access to medications. Additionally, there are several parks nearby for leisurely walks and outdoor activities, such as Eisenhower Park and Hempstead Lake State Park. For dining options, there are popular chains like Sonic Drive-In and Chick-Fil-A within a short distance. Transportation is also easily accessible with multiple LIRR stations nearby. Overall, this part of East Meadow provides a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking comfort and convenience in their daily lives.

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In (0.4 miles)
  • Marriott Concierge Lounge (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (1 miles)
  • Dave & Buster's (2.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.2 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (2.2 miles)
  • Shake Shack (2.5 miles)

Parks

  • Eisenhower Park (0.7 miles)
  • Coes Neck Park (3 miles)
  • Hempstead Lake State Park (4.5 miles)
  • Newbridge Road Park (4.9 miles)
  • Newbridge Dog Park (5.1 miles)
  • Bethpage State Park (6.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Nassau University Medical Center (1.3 miles)
  • Winthrop University Hospital (3.9 miles)
  • Winthrop University Hospital New Life Center (3.9 miles)
  • Kaur Rupinder P Do South Nassau Family Medicine Oceanside (5.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (6 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.4 miles)
  • Mongo's Coffee (6.8 miles)

Transportation

  • LIRR - Westbury Station (2.5 miles)
  • LIRR - Merrick Station (3.9 miles)
  • LIRR - Bellmore Station (4.2 miles)
  • LIRR - Hicksville Station (4.3 miles)
  • LIRR - Wantagh Station (4.7 miles)
  • LIRR - Bethpage Station (5.2 miles)
  • LIRR - Rockville Centre Station (5.5 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Roosevelt Field 8 (2.7 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Levittown 1 (3.9 miles)
  • Regal Westbury Imax & RPX (4.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Caring Pediatric Associates (3.6 miles)
  • Winthrop Professional Building (3.8 miles)
  • Central Nassau Guidance (4.8 miles)
  • Long Island Pediatrics (5 miles)
  • South Nassau Communities Hospital (5.4 miles)
  • Prohealth Baldwin Harbour Pediatrics (5.7 miles)
  • Di Giovanna Family Care Center (6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Community Church of East Williston (4.3 miles)
  • Merrick Jewish Center (4.4 miles)

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