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Harbor House

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and attentive care staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

150 South Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771136 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: NY DOH — view official record
Google rating
4.2/5

based on 24 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Harbor House is widely praised for its compassionate, small-scale environment that excels in dementia care and resident socialization. However, families should inquire about the facility's current infection control protocols, as past concerns regarding COVID-19 management were noted by some family members.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

24 reviews on Google
Harbor House is highly regarded by families for its compassionate, attentive staff and warm, home-like environment, particularly for residents with dementia. While most reviewers praise the facility as a 'hidden gem' with dedicated caregivers, there are concerns regarding health safety protocols during outbreaks. Families consistently highlight the personalized care and the strong sense of community fostered by the staff.

Quality Themes

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Food8.0Staff9.0Clean8.0Activities8.0MedsN/AMemory9.0Comms7.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive care staff
  • Warm, home-like environment
  • Strong support for dementia residents
  • Effective socialization and activities

Concerns

  • Inadequate COVID-19 precautions and outbreak management (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

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Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the warm, home-like atmosphere here; how do you help new residents settle into the community and feel at home?
  • 2Since we are looking for great social engagement, could you tell us more about the types of activities and socialization programs available for residents?
  • 3How does the team specifically tailor their care and support for residents living with dementia?
  • 4What are your current protocols for managing infectious diseases or health outbreaks to ensure everyone stays safe?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the process for getting immediate care for a resident?
  • 6It's great to see that the management is so engaged with the community's feedback; how do you use resident and family input to improve the facility?

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Key Review Excerpts

The team at Harbor House are some of the most compassionate, sympathetic, competent and energetic people I have ever met. Everyone treats my mom with respect, dignity and compassion.

Long-term resident's family · 2021★★★★★

My mother lived here for the last year of her life and from the day she arrived she felt comfortable and at home... Mom was very difficult at home but at Harbor House she fell in love with the staff and really enjoyed the socialization with other residents.

Memory care family member · 2021★★★★★

My mother has been at HH for 5 years and her care has been outstanding . She has IMPROVED because of the socialization , good meals , recreation and kind efficient staff.

Long-term resident's family · 2018★★★★
Source: 24 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: NY Dept. of Health

20total
18deficiencies

Key Findings

18 violations from 20 inspections

Sep 11, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Aug 1, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Jul 30, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Jun 30, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Feb 5, 2025Complaint
487.12 (j)

Disaster and emergency planning

487.11 (m) (2)

Environmental standards

Feb 4, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Dec 12, 2024Routine
487.11 (k) (15)

Environmental standards

487.8 (d) (1-2)

Food service

1001.7 (k) (3)

Admission and retention standards.

487.8 (d) (5-7)

Food service

487.8 (e) (1)

Food service

487.11 (f) (8)

Environmental standards

487.11 (k) (13)

Environmental standards

Nov 20, 2024Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Oyster Bay Senior Residence, INC.

Organization Type

for profit

Source: State licensing data

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