Senior Transportation in Stony Brook University, NY

Local figures

Senior Transportation in Stony Brook University, NY: the local picture

1.5 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Stony Brook)

285

residents 65 or older (3.0% of Stony Brook University)

$19.05

median hourly wage of home care aides in New York (BLS, May 2025)

About 0 Stony Brook University households, —, have no vehicle. The Census figure covers all ages, but older adults who stop driving are a large part of it.

Hospitals with an emergency department near Stony Brook University: Suny/Stony Brook University Hospital in Stony Brook (1.5 mi); John T Mather Memorial Hospital Of Port Jefferson in Port Jefferson (4.0 mi); St Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson (4.0 mi). Distances are straight-line, so allow more on the road.

Stony Brook University compared with Suffolk County and New York

Census figure	Stony Brook University	Suffolk County	New York
Residents 65 or older	3.0%	18%	18%
Residents 85 or older	1.9%	2.2%	2.2%

Older residents in towns around Stony Brook University

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	Households with no car
Stony Brook, NY	0.3 mi	2,867	4.9%
East Setauket, NY	1.7 mi	1,970	4.5%
Setauket, NY	2.7 mi	894	0.8%
St. James, NY	2.8 mi	2,997	4.9%
Port Jefferson Station, NY	3.2 mi	925	7.6%
Centereach, NY	3.5 mi	4,757	3.5%

Hospitals near Stony Brook University

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Suny/Stony Brook University Hospital	Stony Brook, NY	1.5 mi	5 of 5	(631) 444-4000
John T Mather Memorial Hospital Of Port Jefferson	Port Jefferson, NY	4.0 mi	5 of 5	(631) 473-1320
St Charles Hospital	Port Jefferson, NY	4.0 mi	5 of 5	(631) 474-6000
St Catherine Of Siena Hospital	Smithtown, NY	6.2 mi	5 of 5	(631) 862-3000

Straight-line miles from the center of Stony Brook University. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

What a caregiver who drives can help with

Rides to doctor, dental and therapy appointments
Waiting during the appointment and taking notes
Grocery shopping, pharmacy and errands
Trips to church, the senior center and family

Cost

What senior transportation costs in Stony Brook University

At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).

Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.

Before you hire

What to know before hiring a caregiver who drives

Giving up driving is a common reason older adults start to miss appointments and see fewer people. Before a caregiver drives, agree whose car is used, check that the auto insurance covers it, and agree a mileage rate in writing. The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center and the Eldercare Locator (1-800-677-1116) can point you to free and low-cost ride programs.

Questions worth asking: May I see your license and proof of auto insurance? Will you drive your car or ours? How do you help someone with a walker in and out of the car? More in our senior transportation guide.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Senior Transportation in Stony Brook University: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Stony Brook University?

Suny/Stony Brook University Hospital in Stony Brook, about 1.5 mi in a straight line from the center of Stony Brook University (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (631) 444-4000. In an emergency, call 911.

How much does senior transportation cost in Stony Brook University?

At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).

Does Medicare pay for rides to appointments?

Original Medicare covers emergency ambulance trips, not routine rides. Medicaid covers non-emergency medical transportation for eligible members, and some Medicare Advantage plans include rides (Medicare.gov).

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Sources

Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.

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