Jefferson's Ferry sits on 50 acres in South Setauket, New York, and has served seniors since 2001 as a not-for-profit community supported by Mather Health System, and when you walk through, you'll see the place covers most needs for older adults, from those who live independently to those needing daily health care, memory care, or rehab. Residents here pick from studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments or even cottages with private bathrooms and wheelchair-accessible showers, and everything's put together to make life easier, like air conditioning, Wi-Fi, laundry, meal service, a movie theater, fitness centers, indoor and outdoor gardens, a swimming pool, and spaces for art and games. The Vincent Bove Health Center, which has a 5-star rating from CMS, offers skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care, plus short-term rehab for seniors who need help after a hospital visit but aren't ready to go home.
Care options stretch from help with basic living-like bathing, meals, and moving from bed to chair-to full nursing home care for those who need it, with nurses around up to 16 hours a day, 24-hour supervision, and an emergency call system in every room. Memory care is secure, with technology like bracelets and trained staff for people with Alzheimer's or other dementia, and they have staff who speak Spanish and an onsite doctor, nurses, and visiting therapists. Whether someone needs diabetic care, bladder help, or just occasional reminders, the staff handles it, with choices for short-term stays or aging in place. There's independent living for seniors who want to keep busy without worrying about housekeeping, meals, or transportation, but skilled nursing and memory care are also available, so moving out when care needs change isn't necessary.
The place keeps up social life, too: there are daily activities onsite and offsite, fitness and wellness programs like yoga and Tai Chi, community outings, games, music, gardening, and Sunday brunches in restaurant-style dining rooms, so folks stay connected and engaged. There's a beauty salon, wood shop, library, common rooms, Wi-Fi everywhere, and transportation for errands or appointments. For residents and families, Jefferson's Ferry offers support services like home sale help, move-in coordination, VA benefits consulting, and an affordability calculator to plan ahead, and the staff operates with conscience and skill, doing their best to show respect and kindness every day.
Bove Health Center's dedicated team can assist with higher needs-people who have problems moving around, need injections, or help with personal care-and there are always staff available for emergencies. They've got a community that isn't too big (about 60 residents), so it can feel personal and easy to know neighbors and staff, and the grounds are set up for both privacy and community socializing, with walking trails, outdoor common areas, and plenty of easy sitting spaces.
The environment is intentionally built to bring comfort, safety, and opportunities for both quiet and involvement, and you'll find activities for every interest, with meals designed to be healthy and tasty (including vegetarian or special diet options). Families can stay up to date through the community's blog, check pictures online, or visit for community events, and the front desk helps with questions. With everything from simple independent living to higher medical care in one setting, Jefferson's Ferry allows folks to stay put as needs change, backed by a skilled, caring team and a comfortable, clean environment.
