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A Dazzling Disco Tribute: Studio 54 Comes to Life at The Bristal at York Avenue

The Bristal Assisted Living Earns Great Place To Work® Certification™

Have a Heartfelt Mother's Day and Father's Day: Navigating Holidays with a Loved One Living with Memory Loss

Spring Social Hour at Lake Success

Exciting Redesigned Spaces for Our Sayville Community

Mount Sinai Celebrates the Cherry Blossom Festival

The Bristal's Chief Operating Officer Amy Silva-Magalhaes Named One of Senior Housing's Executives to Watch

Celebrating 700 Years of Wisdom in North Woodmere

The Bristal Communities Partner with Cornell University to Launch a Hospitality and Leadership Internship Program

From Rotary to AI: Celebrating the Evolution of Phone Communication at The Bristal at Lake Grove

A Taste of The Bristal Returns: A Culinary Competition Across The Bristal Communities

Family Paint and Sip at Westbury

A Dining Experience Tailored to You: Supporting Every Resident's Mealtime Needs at The Bristal Communities

Sweet Moments for Jericho: Mini Cheesecakes and Major Smiles

Honoring Heritage and Celebrating Community: St. Patrick's Day Traditions Across The Bristal Communities

Lights, Camera, Community! The Bristal at Lynbrook Hosts Awards Ceremony

Celebrating International Women's Day at The Bristal at White Plains

Staying Safe and Steady: Fall Prevention Workshop at The Bristal at East Northport

Op-Ed: A Challenge for Long Island-based Dementia Care Providers

Be a Part of the Team: Explore the Benefits of Working at The Bristal Communities

Flavorful Kickoff for National Nutrition Month at Mount Sinai

Fred and Elaine's 69th Wedding Anniversary at The Bristal

Food Connects Us: Exploring Global Flavors on Our Spring 2025 Menu

Navigating Daylight Saving Time: Strategies for Caregivers of People with Dementia

Honoring Caregivers at The Bristal Assisted Living Communities

Elevating Everyday Living: A Look Inside The Bristal at York Avenue's Newly Reimagined Spaces

Cheers to Five Years! The Bristal at Wayne Celebrates Milestone Anniversary

Celebrating Mae's 100th Birthday at The Bristal at Holtsville

Tips for Preventing and Coping with Sundown Syndrome

Can Veterans Benefits Pay for Assisted Living?

Smart Snacking with Heart-Healthy Bars and Bites

Discovering Life Skill Kits at The Bristal

Love is a Many-Splendored Thing: A Vow Renewal Celebration at East Meadow

A Heartfelt Valentine's Celebration at Bethpage

Savor Heart-Smart Salads, Dressings, and Dips

Luxury Skincare Meets Elegant Aging: The Bristal Communities Partner with Borghese Roma

A Great Breakfast Starts with Heart

Exploring the Reflections Relaxation and Sensory Spaces at The Bristal Communities

York Avenue Residents Graduate FIT's Senior Learners Program on Iconic Menswear

Welcoming the Year of the Snake: Lunar New Year Celebrations at The Bristal

Exploring Purpose in Retirement: How to Set and Achieve New Goals in Your Golden Years

The Financial Chick Radio Show Features The Bristal Assisted Living Communities

Stay Safe and Healthy This Winter With These Top Tips

Celebrate American Heart Month With These Heart-Healthy Tips

5 Ways to Help Seniors Reduce Stress

Commemorating Holocaust Remembrance Day in White Plains

The Lake Grove Foodies Club Delights

Somerset Celebrates National Houseplant Day

Westbury Culinary Club Meets Weekly

7 Helpful Relaxation Techniques for People with Dementia

York Avenue Welcomes Author J. A. Tepper

Welcoming 2025: New Year Celebrations at The Bristal

Hanukkah Joy and Togetherness at The Bristal

Music and Theater Venues to Explore in the Tri-State Area

Medication Management Tips for Seniors and Their Caregivers

Trimming the Tree at Somerset to Celebrate the Season

How The Bristal Celebrates the Holidays

Holiday Magic for Residents at Mount Sinai

Festive Happenings in Holtsville

Jericho Residents Host a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Festive Holiday Concert at The Bristal at Massapequa

Regional Director Honored as a Future Leader in Senior Living Services

A Heartwarming Thanksgiving at The Bristal

A Look at Inspirations at The Bristal: A New Program for Early-Stage Memory Loss

Celebrating Excellence: Amy-Silva-Magalhaes Honored as a Top Chief Officer of Long Island 2024

Author Alex Prud'homme Brings Presidential Cuisine to York Avenue

Strategies for Mealtime Success: Compassionate Caregiving Tips for Alzheimer's

Advancing Memory Care: The Bristal Joins Groundbreaking Research to Elevate Resident Care

World Kindness Day at Lynbrook

Celebrating the Holidays: A Guide to Family Fun in the NYC Tri-State Area

Featured Blue Zone Soups on The Bristal Winter 2024 Menu

Veterans Day Birthday Celebrations in Armonk

The Life of a Veteran: Charles Richardson's Story

The Bristal Shines on 107.1 The Peak's Elder Care On The Air

How to Elevate Your At-Home Dining Experience

How to Take Care of Your Senses

The Bristal's Commitment to Breast Cancer Awareness

Veterans of The Bristal Assisted Living

Baking Club and Fun Food Prep at North Woodmere

Massapequa Partners with Local Elementary School for a Halloween Read-In

Protect Your Assets: Elder Fraud Prevention Tips for Seniors and Caregivers

North Woodmere Residents Visit HERJC

The Life of a Firefighter: Bernard M's Journey

How to Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Forms of Dementia

How Baking Can Improve Mental Health in Older Adults

Festive Halloween Crafts at The Bristal

10 Benefits of Joining a Book Club

Englewood Residents Visit with Skin Care and Make-Up Professionals

Lynbrook Residents Observe Yom Kippur

East Northport Men's Club Visits The Cradle of Aviation

Tips for Coping with Emergencies as a Long-Distance Caregiver

Residents Come Together to Celebrate Rosh Hashanah

The Bristal Hosts Bavarian Celebrations for Oktoberfest

The Golden Bachelorette Surprises Residents at The Bristal!

Creative Writing Programs for Memory Care at The Bristal

Pokeno Night at Lake Success

North Woodmere Hosts Walk to End Alzheimer's

Mount Sinai Glee Club Performs for Lake Grove and Sayville Residents

Hibachi Dinner Night at Wayne

Lake Grove Celebrates Hippie Day

Top Places to View Fall Foliage in the Northeast

New Jersey Communities Gather for Alzheimer's Walk

Grandparents Day Celebration at Armonk

Celebrating Two 100th Birthdays in Jericho!

York Avenue Invites Author Margaret Hall to Discuss Gemignani

Lake Success Celebrates Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day Celebrated at Garden City

Lake Grove Residents Celebrated for Grandparents Day

How to Adjust After a Move to Memory Care

Celebrating Grandparents Day in Wayne

Fun and Festivities for Grandparents Day at East Northport

5 Simple Tips to Reduce the Risk of Falling in Older Adults

North Woodmere Hosts a Grandparents Day Carnival

Celebrating Grandparents in Jericho

Mount Sinai Hosts Carnival to Celebrate Grandparents

Somerset Hosts Antique Car Show in Honor of Grandparents Day

Exploring the Link Between Poor Sleep and Alzheimer’s

Woodcliff Lake Hosts Grandparents Day Carnival

Grandparents Day Celebration in Massapequa

Celebrating Grandparents Day at Lynbrook

Grandparents Celebrated in White Plains

Celebrating Grandparents in Sayville

Honoring Grandparents at East Meadow

Cheering For Gold to Celebrate American Athletes in Paris Games

West Babylon Celebrates Grandparents Day

East Meadow Tea-Tasting Afternoon Social

Grandparents Day in North Hills

The Bristal Helping Hands Visits Animal Rescue

Celebrating Grandparents in Waldwick

Music Programming for Memory Care at The Bristal

Guided Paint & Sip Event at Lynbrook

Garden City Hosts Annual Lively Luau

Englewood Hosts Country Western Day with Special Guest

Lobster Bake in Mount Sinai

Garden City Hosts 2nd Annual White Party

Pick a Peck: Your Comprehensive Guide to Apple Picking in the Tri-State Area

How to Keep Older Adults Motivated for Physical Therapy

White Plains Hosts Movie Premier to Celebrate Resident's Acting Debut

'Under the Sea' Pool Party at West Babylon

Taste of The Bristal Chef Competition

Commemorating Jamaica Independence Day

Reflections Family BBQ at White Plains

Executive Luncheon at Jericho

Three Sisters at The Bristal at North Woodmere

A Day on the Great South Bay

Cow Appreciation Day in Somerset

A Trip to the Horse Stables

Fun Luau Party for Hawaiian Day in Lake Grove

Brain-Healthy Menu Items Debut for Summer 2024

6 Tips for Transitioning an Older Adult to Memory Care

A Trip on the Great South Bay

Why The Bristal Has Art Programming for Memory Care

Food Prep Club Meets in Wayne

Christmas in July 2024

Top U-Pick Farms in the Tri-State Area

The Bristal All Star's Senior Softball Game 2024

Classic Car Show and Cookout at Woodcliff Lake

Try the MIND Diet for Better Cognitive Health

Senator Shelley Mayer Visits The Bristal at Armonk

Are Strawberries Good for Your Brain?

Getting Started with Bullet Journaling for Seniors

How To Pay for Assisted Living

Fourth of July Celebrations at The Bristal

Fundraiser for The Spark Foundation in West Babylon

Mini Horse Visit in Somerset

Team Member Appreciation Carnival in East Northport

Team Member Celebrations in Lynbrook

Recognizing Team Members in Armonk

"Broadway through the Ages" at The Bristal at York Avenue

Battle of the Bands in West Babylon

Team Member Celebrations in North Woodmere

Team Member Appreciation Week in New York City

Celebrating Team Members in Jericho

Decades Lip Sync Battle in Woodcliff Lake

Team Member Fun in Waldwick

Team Member Fun in Englewood

Team Member Fun in Massapequa

Team Member Appreciation Party in Garden City

Team Member Fun in White Plains

Celebrating Team Member Appreciation in Lake Grove

Team Member Fun in Westbury

Team Member Olympics in Somerset

Celebrating Team Member Appreciation in Mount Sinai

Twinning for Team Member Appreciation in Sayville

A Trip to Old Westbury Gardens

Create Uplifting Moments by Understanding How Dementia Affects Different Memory Types

The Best Apps and Tools for Seniors to Learn a New Language

Benefits of Sharing Meals For Seniors

Karaoke in Woodcliff Lake

Boxing in Mount Sinai

Author Michael Schulman visits The Bristal at York Avenue

Mothers Day Brunch in New York City

Mother's Day Brunch in Westbury

Baking Club in New York City

Pasta Making with Mom in Lake Success

Stunning Mother's Day Brunch in Somerset

Family Mother's Day Brunch in North Woodmere

Family Mother's Day Brunch in Massapequa

Family Mother's Day Brunch in East Northport

Celebrating Mother's Day in East Meadow