Amber Court of Smithtown offers a range of accommodation options that reflect its premium services in the long-term care landscape. The monthly cost for a semi-private room is $4,600, which is notably higher than the Suffolk County average of $3,706 and slightly above the New York state average of $4,389. For those seeking more privacy, the studio option at Amber Court is priced at $6,600 per month - considerably exceeding both local and state averages; Suffolk County's typical cost for similar accommodations is $5,129, while New York state averages around $4,532. These prices highlight Amber Court's positioning as a provider of quality care with enhanced amenities that may justify the higher investment for families seeking reliable support for their loved ones.
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Amber Court of Smithtown
Suffolk County
New York
Semi-Private
$4,600
$3,706
$4,389
Studio
$6,600
$5,129
$4,532
Skilled Nursing Facilities with a similar price nearby
Residents and visitors consistently describe the community as clean and well maintained.
Multiple reviews praise the building as spotless, immaculate, and very clean, with common areas and rooms that look well kept. A couple of comments add specific âcleanâ details, like a feeling similar to a hotel lobby or that the rooms stay neat. There are also a few negative cleanliness remarks, including a complaint about dirty carpet, and another about housekeeping not improving after requests. Overall, cleanliness is a major talking point, with experiences split between âimmaculateâ and âneeds attention.â
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Staff support is a major theme
Staff friendliness and responsiveness are repeatedly called out in reviews.
Many reviewers describe the staff as kind, accommodating, cheerful, respectful, and attentive to residentsâ needs. Several also mention specific supportâhelp with issues, smooth room transitions, assistance with daily care, and case management or coordinationâframing it as reassuring for families. A few reviews raise concerns about responsiveness, including an unresponsive caseworker at times and a request that did not lead to change. There are also mentions of a positive front desk experience even within critical feedback. Taken together, staff interactions are central to how families evaluate the day-to-day experience.
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Activities keep residents social
Reviews highlight frequent activities and social programming.
Residents and families repeatedly mention that there is a lot to do, including scheduled activities and community events. Several reviews specifically call out music and performances, art and crafts, cooking classes, and outings or trips, and some describe ongoing programs like bingo and poker. Outdoor space and activity-focused areas also come up in reviews. While most feedback is positive about engagement, one reviewer who felt their loved one might not have been comfortable also mentioned the setting feeling too congested. Overall, social programming is a consistent reason families say residents are staying engaged.
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Food quality gets mixed feedback
Dining is praised by some residents, but others describe serious problems with meals.
Several reviews say the food is good or great and that residents have choices. Others report strong dissatisfaction, including complaints that the food is awful or not enough, with families describing having to supplement groceries. One critical review also ties medication problems and staffing follow-through issues to the overall concern about quality. Across reviews, dining is one of the few topics with clearly split experiencesâpositive for some families and a major concern for others.
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Care management and medication issues
Some reviews raise concerns about care follow-through and medication handling.
A few residentsâ family members describe good care coordination and timely medication distribution, alongside help with needs like mobility support or shower equipment. However, at least a couple of critical reviews raise concerns about medication management, including medication mix-ups and delays. Another critical review says residents shouldnât have to ask aides for basic tasks like cleaning and vacuuming, framing gaps in follow-through. One review also describes an issue with a caseworker not responding after requests. Overall, reviews show both confidence in caregiving and serious concerns about consistency for some families.
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Features
Housing
20 resident community capacity
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Cafe
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
General store
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Party space
TV room
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Long Island - MacArthur (5 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Personal care assistants
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Community-sponsored activities
Cooking classes
Cooking club
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Karaoke
Live musical performances
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Stretching classes
Tai Chi
Trivia games
Yoga / chair yoga
Videos
Nearby Places of Interest
Located in Nesconset, New York, this area offers a variety of amenities within close proximity. With a range of dining options including fast food chains like Taco Bell and McDonald's, as well as sit-down restaurants like Bahama Breeze and Applebee's, residents have plenty of choices for meals. Medical care is easily accessible with several physicians' offices and pharmacies nearby. For entertainment, there are theaters such as AMC Stony Brook 17 and Island 16 Cinema de Lux for movie lovers. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy parks like Avalon Park & Preserve and Sunken Meadow State Park for outdoor activities. Additionally, transportation options are convenient with the LIRR Ronkonkoma Station and Long Island MacArthur Airport just a short distance away. Overall, this area provides a mix of conveniences and recreational opportunities that may appeal to seniors looking for a vibrant community to call home.
Amber Court of Smithtown offers a range of accommodation options that reflect its premium services in the long-term care landscape. The monthly cost for a semi-private room is $4,600, which is notably higher than the Suffolk County average of $3,706 and slightly above the New York state average of $4,389. For those seeking more privacy, the studio option at Amber Court is priced at $6,600 per month - considerably exceeding both local and state averages; Suffolk County's typical cost for similar accommodations is $5,129, while New York state averages around $4,532. These prices highlight Amber Court's positioning as a provider of quality care with enhanced amenities that may justify the higher investment for families seeking reliable support for their loved ones.
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20 resident community capacity
2-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Activities off-site
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Cafe
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
General store
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Party space
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Long Island - MacArthur (5 miles away)
Transportation & parking
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Personal care assistants
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Book club
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Karaoke
Live musical performances
Stretching classes
Trivia games
Caring, attentive staff and a clean rehab environment.
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