# Jefferson's Ferry > Long Island's first Life Plan Community (CCRC) and the first on Long Island to offer the Type A Life Care contract — the gold standard in senior living residency agreements. Located on 50 acres in South Setauket, Suffolk County, NY, 60 minutes from Manhattan. Opened in 2001, Jefferson's Ferry offers Independent Living plus priority access to a full continuum of on-site health services at predictable rates. The Vincent Bove Health Center holds a 5-star CMS rating (March 2026) and has been recognized by Newsweek as the #1 CCRC in New York State and 25th nationally (2024). Currently undergoing an $89M expansion. Not a rental community. Jefferson's Ferry is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community and does not offer rentals or affordable housing opportunities. Consistently recognized for outstanding excellence by the Hauppauge Industrial Association and "Best of Long Island" awards across multiple categories (Best Retirement Community, Best Assisted Living, Best Nursing Home). ## Independent Living - [Independent Living](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/independent-living-long-island): Maintenance-free cottage and apartment homes on 50 acres in South Setauket. Tailored services, social programming, dining venues, and life-enriching amenities — all designed to preserve independence. - [Floor Plans](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/independent-living-floor-plans): Available cottage and apartment home layouts. - [Floor Plan Tool](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/floor-plan-tool): Interactive tool to explore floor plan options by level. - [Affordability Calculator](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/affordability-calculator): Tool to estimate the financial value of Life Plan Community living vs. aging at home. - [Community Life](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/community-life): Social events, lifelong learning programs, and resident engagement on campus. - [Dining](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/dining): On-campus dining venues and culinary programs. - [Wellness](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/wellness): Fitness, health promotion, and active aging programming. - [Supportive Living](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/supportive-living): Enhanced support options within the independent living continuum. ## Health Services — The Vincent Bove Health Center - [Health Services Overview](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/health-services): Full continuum of on-site senior care with Life Care pricing — 5-star CMS-rated facility. - [Life Care Contract](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/life-care): Type A Life Care — residents receive higher levels of care at predictable rates with little to no increase in monthly fee above Independent Living costs. - [Assisted Living](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/assisted-living-long-island): Personalized support with daily activities in an upscale, supportive environment. - [Memory Care](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/memory-care-long-island): The Grove — state-of-the-art memory support neighborhood for individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia. - [Skilled Nursing](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/skilled-nursing-long-island): 24-hour licensed nursing and long-term care; 5-star CMS rated. - [Rehabilitation](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/rehabilitation-long-island): Short-term senior rehabilitation — physical, occupational, and speech therapy for recovery after surgery or illness. - [Respite Care](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/respite-care-south-setauket): Short-term respite care to support family caregivers. - [Health Services FAQ](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/hs-faq): Common questions about health services, care levels, and the Life Care contract. ## Expansion - [Expansion Overview](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/expansion): Details on Jefferson's Ferry's $89M campus expansion, adding new Independent Living residences to meet growing demand from Long Island's 65+ population. ## Foundation & Philanthropy - [Foundation](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/foundation): Jefferson's Ferry Foundation — charitable giving, philanthropy programs, and community impact. ## About & Contact - [About](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/about): Mission, history (opened 2001), vision, awards, and community values. Long Island's first Life Plan Community. - [Our Team](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/our-team): Leadership and staff team. - [Premier Life Plan Community](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/premier-life-plan-community): What sets Jefferson's Ferry apart as Long Island's premier Life Plan Community. - [FAQ](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/faq): Common questions about senior living, Life Care, and community life at Jefferson's Ferry. - [News](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/news): Press releases, awards, and organizational announcements. - [Blog](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/blog): Senior living articles, wellness content, and community news. - [Events](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/events): Upcoming informational events, lunch-and-learns, tours, and resident panels open to prospective residents. - [Gallery](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/gallery): Campus, residence, and lifestyle photography. - [Careers](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/careers): Employment opportunities at Jefferson's Ferry. - [Contact](https://www.jeffersonsferry.org/contact): Schedule a tour or reach the team. One Jefferson Ferry Drive, South Setauket, NY 11720 · Sales: 631-353-7549 · Front Desk: 631-650-2600.