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Brookside Multicare Nursing Center in Smithtown, NY

Brookside Multicare Nursing Center is a nursing home community in Smithtown, NY.

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Brookside Multicare Nursing Center in Smithtown, NY

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  • Interior

    A bright and colorful modern lobby featuring a spacious waiting area with artistic wall design and large windows.

  • Outdoors

    A serene putting green surrounded by lush greenery.

  • Decor

    A modern and inviting bedroom featuring soothing colors and contemporary decor.

  • Living Room

    A modern apartment interior featuring a laundry unit, kitchen area, and living space with colorful accents.

  • Windows

    A bright and modern dining area featuring large windows that offer a view of the surrounding nature.

  • Lighting

    A contemporary bathroom featuring a stylish tub and modern vanity with elegant lighting.

  • Artwork

    A modern hospital reception area featuring vibrant floral artwork and a clean, spacious layout.

  • Lobby

    A modern waiting area featuring comfortable seating and a bright, inviting atmosphere.

  • Healthcare

    A nurse measuring the blood pressure of an elderly patient at home.

  • Rehabilitation

    Healthcare professionals assist an elderly woman during a rehabilitation session.

7 Route 25A, Smithtown, NY 11787

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3.8 from 126 reviews
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80
4 stars
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Overall Review of Brookside Multicare Nursing Center

common 15 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy helps with mobility

Residents and patients frequently credit therapy for meaningful recovery progress.

Many reviews describe physical therapy and occupational therapy as a key part of getting back to walking, standing, and daily movement. Several people specifically say they made progress faster than expected or regained confidence after being unable to walk. A few reviewers also mention that the team kept working with them day to day as part of their rehabilitation goals.

common 12 reviews mention this

Social work and concierge support

Social work and concierge support comes up often in residents’ and families’ experiences.

A common thread is help with coordination and ongoing check-ins from social work staff and the concierge. Multiple reviewers highlight named social workers and describe them as communicative, responsive, and effective at handling concerns. Others mention a smoother transition from hospital or admissions process, with the staff helping families feel informed during the stay.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Care feels attentive, but inconsistent

Some residents and families report gaps in attention, staffing, or follow-through.

While many reviews praise care, a recurring concern in the lower-star feedback is that help can be delayed or inconsistent. Several negative comments describe problems with timely response, medication delivery, or basic care routines. There are also mentions of understaffing and the need for families to advocate frequently to get appropriate follow-up.

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and building condition vary

Reviews describe cleanliness positively at times, but also raise serious condition concerns.

Some reviewers say the facility is clean and that rooms and common areas were kept well. Others describe strong odor, dirty bathrooms, and rooms that did not meet expectations, including reports of pests and damaged or outdated spaces. A few reviews also mention communication and complaint handling as part of these concerns, suggesting the experience can differ depending on area and timing.

common 6 reviews mention this

Food is sometimes a mixed point

Food quality and meal experience show up regularly in reviews.

Several reviews mention meals positively, including references to food being pleasant or good. At least a few others say the food was only average or not great, and one comment mentions issues around meal timing and serving. Overall, dining appears to be inconsistent across reviews rather than a single, universally praised experience.

  • A bright and modern dining area featuring large windows that offer a view of the surrounding nature.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 353 resident community capacity 353 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Long Island - MacArthur (8 miles away) Long Island - MacArthur (8 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

  • St Catherine of Siena Medical Center (0.6 miles)
  • Main Lobby (6.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology (1.1 miles)
  • Northwell Health Imaging at Smithtown (1.8 miles)
  • Dr Groth Pain Management (2.1 miles)
  • Branch Pediatrics (2.2 miles)
  • ProHEALTH East End Eye (2.3 miles)
  • Endocrine Associates of Long Island (2.7 miles)
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Skin Cancer Center (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Kings Park Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Garden Grill (1.6 miles)
  • Burger King (1.8 miles)
  • Taco Bell (3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.1 miles)
  • Bahama Breeze (4.4 miles)
  • Dave & Buster's (4.5 miles)
  • Miller's Ale House - Lake Grove (4.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.3 miles)
  • Nesconset Bagel Cafe (4.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)
  • Crazy Beans (5.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.6 miles)

Parks

  • Sunken Meadow State Park (2.8 miles)
  • The Dog Park (4.2 miles)
  • Avalon Park & Preserve (5.1 miles)
  • The College Woods Park (5.8 miles)
  • Brentwood State Park (6 miles)
  • West Meadow Beach (6.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Stony Brook 17 (4.7 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Huntington Square 12 (5.4 miles)
  • Regal Ronkonkoma (6.7 miles)

Transportation

  • LIRR - Ronkonkoma Station (6.8 miles)
  • Mid Island Air Service (7.6 miles)

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