Amber Court of Westbury sits in Westbury, NY, and has room for up to 225 residents. The building has been family owned and managed since 1968, and it's licensed by the New York State Department of Health. The place looks and feels a bit like an older hotel, with a warm tan exterior and a green awning out front, and inside, you'll find lounges, a cozy library with comfy chairs, a front desk with helpful staff, and a cinema and game room. There's also an indoor patio looking out at panoramic gardens, and a rooftop conservatory and outdoor patio area where residents can sit or visit with guests. They've got both private and semi-private rooms, all of them air-conditioned, with options for furnished spaces and private bathrooms, and the whole place is accessible for seniors and allows some pets.
Residents can join all sorts of activities, whether it's yoga, Tai Chi, story time, book discussions, or a cooking club, and there's always something going on like game nights, live entertainment, and outings planned for folks. There's a busy schedule to keep people moving and connected if they want it, or they can just enjoy the quiet lounges and gardens. The dining area has restaurant-style meals with round tables and French doors, though there have been reports of food sometimes running out for hot dinners, and there are special meals with dietary needs in mind.
Amber Court of Westbury offers three main types of care: Assisted Living, Memory Care in a secure unit they call The Alcove, and Home Health Care services. The Alcove is for people with Alzheimer's or other cognitive conditions, and has its own comfortable common area with plush seating and a fireplace, private rooms set up to feel homey, and staff trained in memory care. The medical team provides 24-hour supervision and includes skilled nursing, on-site physician visits five days a week, therapy services like speech, occupational, and physical therapy, and medication management. Residents can get personal care help as needed, and social work services are available. Housekeeping, laundry for linens, and dry-cleaning are handled in-house, while beauty and barber services are right on site for haircuts and grooming.
There's a pharmacy in the building, community dining, spa services, and high-speed WiFi throughout, plus access to TV and cable in rooms. They'll help manage medication, arrange transportation for outings or appointments, and provide free local transportation for residents. The care plans are flexible and attentive, and the environment aims to support people's independence while offering a nurturing atmosphere. They try for a family-like mood, with a focus on resident friendships, and encourage people to join in music, gardening, arts and crafts, or just relax. Medicaid-funded assisted living programs help cover some costs, and overall, the facility takes a holistic approach, trying to balance care, support, and keeping life as vibrant as possible for people aged 55 and older.
