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Memory Care in Connecticut

Overview of Memory Care in Connecticut

The southernmost state in New England, Connecticut is a popular destination for residents of the New York metropolitan area looking for a scenic getaway — particularly during October, when fall colors are most vibrant. Known as the “Constitution State” for its nation-building contributions following the Revolutionary War, Connecticut is rich with historic Colonial landmarks in cities like Hartford and New London. The southern coastline along the Long Island Sound includes Hammonasset Beach State Park, as well as New Haven, the state’s second-largest city. Here you’ll find Yale University, the antique carousel at Lighthouse Point Park, and the famous New Haven-style thin crust pizza. Although Connecticut can be a bit more expensive than other states, you’ll find it to be a serene, picturesque escape from the big city and an excellent retirement destination.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 120 senior living communities in Connecticut that provide memory care.

The median monthly cost of memory care in Connecticut is about $7,200.

Top-rated Memory Care facilities in Connecticut

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Spring Village at Stratford

6911 Main St, Stratford, CT 06614
10
Review Score
87 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Janet E - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My mother in law felt comfortable and happy from the first day. Staff is friendly and helpful. I was impressed with [name removed] who worked hard to organize a room and admission on short notice she drove...

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Colebrook Village at Hebron

55 John E. Horton Blvd, Hebron, CT 06248
10
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38 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Jason G - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Colebrook Village is amazing. We are so blessed to have this community for my mother. The staff is very attentive and polite! Thank you!

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The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC

3030 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
9.9
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52 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

They do a great job welcoming and introducing new residents into the community. They could digitize the events though, they just have a newsletter and bulletin board, a digital reminder through phone or...

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Top-rated Memory Care facilities in Stamford

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Atria Stamford

77 3rd Street, Stamford, CT 06905
9.6
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74 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

The dining room and food prep leaves much to be desired. Food overcooked, out of essentials regularly. It is hard to rate the value without comparable residences. The best aspect is friendships with peers...

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Waterstone on High Ridge

215 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT 06905
8.6
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5 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Michael - I live or lived in this community

We love living at Waterstone on High Ridge. The facility is beautiful & the people are great. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.

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Brighton Gardens of Stamford

59 Roxbury Road, Stamford, CT 06902
9.3
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47 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We looked into Brighton Gardens and when my family took the tour with mom we could tell right away from mom's reaction it's the place where she belonged. It was clean, pleasant atmosphere and most important,...

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Top-rated Memory Care facilities in Hartford

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Avery Heights

550 Avery Heights, Hartford, CT 06106
8.2
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17 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Katie J - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We are very lucky to have found a place that works well for our father. The staff is fantastic and helpful. Our father appears to be well taken care of. He has a lot of activities available to him and he...

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Southwick Village

802 College Hwy, Southwick, MA 01077
9.7
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36 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Katrina L - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Beautiful facility Our grandparents have been there 3 years and we always enjoy visiting them [name removed] always greets us with a smile and great conversation . Rest of staff wonderful as well . Very...

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Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence

111 Scott Swamp Rd, Farmington, CT 06032
9.7
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74 reviews
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would rate everything a 5 except the food/dining as a 4. Mom was OK with the food, just not overjoyed.Having been a nurse for over 40 years, she always had a critical eye for the care she received. She...

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Top-rated Memory Care facilities in West Hartford

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Brookdale Chatfield

One Chatfield Drive, West Hartford, CT 06110
8.8
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39 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Overall we're very happy with the care my father is receiving at Brookdale Chatfield. He adjusted to the move well and likes living there. I wish it was easier to communicate with him there.

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Brookdale West Hartford

22 Simsbury Road, West Hartford, CT 06117
8.6
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48 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Rose S - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I have had a number of concerns over the course of the past few months. They have all been resolved to my satisfaction. The management and the clinical staff at Brookdale West Hartford are good.

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Aviva West Hartford

One Hamilton Heights Dr, West Hartford, CT 06119
9.0
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52 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My parents are happy there so I would rate each of these five. I am also comparing Aviva to Harbor Chase where my mother-in-law was. My mother-in-law is now at Aviva. The cost is approximately half what...

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Top-rated Memory Care facilities in Manchester

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Avery Heights

550 Avery Heights, Hartford, CT 06106
8.2
Review Score
17 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Katie J - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We are very lucky to have found a place that works well for our father. The staff is fantastic and helpful. Our father appears to be well taken care of. He has a lot of activities available to him and he...

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The Wellington at Springfield

942 Grayson Dr, Springfield, MA 01119
8.2
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154 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Michele - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We are really happy. She is very comfortable and has met a few people. She has been painting a lot and sharing her paintings with the place which I think is really really positive. I would recommend it to...

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The Residence at South Windsor Farms

200 Deming Street, South Windsor, CT 06074
8.2
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50 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

It is expensive but knowing that she's safe, well fed, medical care, is worth it all and more. It took her 3-4 months to get acclimated. She was use to her own home, own car and going where ever and when...

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Connecticut laws and regulations for memory care facilities

Connecticut memory care facilities are licensed as special care units (SCUs) in assisted living communities. Also known as Assisted Living Services Agencies (ALSAs), these communities are licensed by the Department of Public Health’s Facility Licensing and Investigations Section. A licensed ALSA can provide assisted living services and memory care services in a Managed Residential Community (MRC).[01]

The laws and regulations for memory care SCUs mostly overlap with assisted living communities, but reviewing the detailed requirements below may bring you peace of mind while considering memory care for your loved one.

Resident and staff requirements

Seniors who need memory care in Connecticut aren’t required to be screened or assessed before moving into the specialized care unit (SCU) of an assisted living community. However, all seniors must complete a service program with a registered nurse, and it should include a summary of all current needs and both the type and schedule of services needed.[02]

It may also be helpful to understand the requirements of the SCU staff who will care for and interact with your loved one:[02]

  • Direct care staff must complete at least eight hours of Alzheimer’s- and dementia-specific training within six months of employment.
  • They must also complete at least eight hours of annual training.
  • Each staff member must have at least two hours of training in pain recognition and pain management.
  • All other community staff members must complete at least one hour of Alzheimer’s- and dementia-specific training within six months of employment.

In addition, communities must have a 24-hour on-call nurse.[02] Other caregiving staff who are awake and on site at all hours can be scheduled depending on the senior’s needs.[01]

Memory care services

Just as they would in a standard assisted living community, your loved one should receive basic services such as laundry, transportation, housekeeping, and meals. Plus, each senior should be given a written disclosure that outlines what their memory care services are in addition to other community-specific details:[02]

  • How memory care plans are modified when needs change
  • The staff-to-patient ratio
  • What physical designs and features exist to support seniors with dementia
  • How families are involved and if family support groups are available
  • The cost of memory care, including fees

Living spaces

In addition to each memory care program’s dementia-friendly layout, your senior loved one’s living space should follow the same guidelines as an assisted living community:[02]

  • Units must be private, but seniors can choose to share a room.
  • Each unit must have a full bath.
  • All common spaces must have room for at least half of the residents at one time.

While Connecticut doesn’t have specific square foot requirements or guidelines for the maximum number of seniors per unit, you can contact the community you’re interested in for more information.

Connecticut Department of Health contact information

Connecticut State Department of Public Health
410 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06134

Phone: 860-509-8000

Email: askdph@ct.gov

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License details and inspection reports

It may bring peace of mind to know you can find information on the licenses and inspections of the communities you’re interested in. The Facility Licensing and Investigations Section of the Department of Public Health inspects Assisted Living Services Agencies (ALSAs) every two years, and they share updated information on licenses and inspection reports with the public.[01]

Via the State of Connecticut License Lookup site, choose Assisted Living Service Agency from the “License Type” menu. In the “Business Name/DBA” textbox, type the name of the community you’re interested in. Then, choose Connecticut from the “State” menu and click the “Submit” button. The inspection reports for the community can be viewed by clicking the blue “Details” button.

References

  1. Connecticut Compendium of Residential Care and Assisted Living Regulations and Policy. 2015 ed. Assisted Living Services Agency, Residential Care Homes.

  2. National Center for Assisted Living. 2022 ed. Assisted Living State Regulatory Review.

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