Jefferson's Ferry Lifecare Retirement

Jefferson's Ferry Lifecare Retirement opened in 2001 as a not-for-profit community and sits at 500 Mather Drive in South Setauket, NY, offering a full lifecare retirement experience with independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, short-term respite stays, and home care under one roof. Residents can select from studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments or cottage homes, all with private bathroom and kitchen spaces, and some even have pet-friendly features for dogs and cats, plus different view options, bath tubs, and wheelchair accessible showers. Jefferson's Ferry provides 24-hour supervision, 12-to-16 hours of daily nursing care, and dedicated care teams who specialize in diabetic, incontinence, and non-ambulatory care, with the Vincent Bove Health Center carrying a 5-star rating from The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Activities happen both on and off site and might include hiking trails, golf, a well-equipped wood shop, movie theater, library, pool, weight room, bingo nights, Sunday brunch, and fitness or devotional gatherings, with plenty of common and outdoor areas to socialize or relax in. Residents have access to a wellness center, beauty salon, spa, laundry, high-speed Wi-Fi, and organized transportation, with the option for help getting to doctors' appointments and community outings. Meals are served in a dining room with restaurant-style service and nutritious, including vegetarian, choices. The community supports a range of health needs with on-site staff who can help with medication, bathing, dressing, and other daily tasks, and there's a clear focus on memory care for those living with dementia using tailored therapies and designed spaces to limit confusion and wandering. The culture stresses dignity, compassion, and competence among staff and residents, and programs run by staff like Elissa Gargone, the Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and Director of Recreation Lorrie Prescott, keep things coordinated and engaging. Housekeeping, move-in coordination, and even help with home sales is part of the support, and the community aims to give older adults peace of mind through lifecare contracts that help keep costs steady. Ties to Mather Health System provide added trust, and a Senior Information Technology Professional like Fred Bohonan ensures modern technology is in place for staff and residents. Staff speak several languages including Spanish, and the community's all-inclusive model and range of senior living options foster personal fulfillment and a positive aging experience for up to sixty residents at a time, promoting independence while offering help where needed.