The Bristal Assisted Living at West Babylon serves adults 55 and older who want different levels of care, like independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The main building has a warm, welcoming lobby with high ceilings, warm colors, and a fireplace. Outside, the grounds have nice landscaping, sidewalks, and a covered walkway. Inside, there are different floorplans like the Carlyle 1BR and Ashley Studio, along with studios and two-bedroom apartments. Each apartment has a kitchenette, private bathroom, all utilities included, and an emergency response system. The whole place has 24-hour security and a Foresite fall management system to keep people safe.
The community offers support with activities of daily living, including help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and diabetic care. Incontinence care is available, and staff handle non-ambulatory needs. The Reflections neighborhood gives memory care for people with Alzheimer's and other dementia issues, in a private and secure setting. Each person gets a personalized service plan made just for their needs, and the staff is around all day and night.
Residents can join the signature wellness program and use the fitness center, creative arts studio, and swimming pool. The outdoor putting green, billiards room, and internet café add more choices for hobbies and visits. The refashioned community cinema offers theater seating, a large screen, and even a popcorn machine for movie nights, and the library and bistro grille offer relaxing places for reading or small meals. The on-site salon has modern chairs and sinks for hair care. Residents who love pets can bring small animals if they can take care of them.
Meals are cooked by chefs, with menus planned to offer good taste and nutrition, and dining rooms look like a country club with specialty programs and chef demonstrations sometimes. Scheduled transportation takes people to parks, stores, concerts, and other places around town. Maintenance takes care of the building and grounds, and daily housekeeping is provided, with weekly laundry service for bed and bathroom linens. Residents can also request personal laundry service if needed.
The Bristal puts out a daily schedule with organized social events, bingo, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and cultural programs, aiming to encourage wellness and fun, with refreshments always ready in the Bistro Grille. The Reflections memory care program uses separate sitting areas and decorated spaces for comfort, plus a game room and special therapies. The management is Ultimate Care Assisted Living Management, LLC, and the State Department of Health licenses and regulates the community. Awards for activities, friendliness, meals, and overall care show that the staff tries to keep the place kind and welcoming. Wi-Fi is everywhere, all areas are handicap accessible, and each space looks and feels as clean and calm as a regular home.