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Memory care in East River offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in East River is about $8,126 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 220 communities, read 5056 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of StoneRidge Senior Care LLC dba StoneRidge, a CCRC
1111 Photos available
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Whole-hearted endorsement for StoneRidge. I almost dropped out... (seemed selfish to spend so much on me). From beginning all thru the transition and the move I got great assistance. It is expensive but I'm...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
StoneRidge is a senior living community of over 300 residents and 220 employees. Set on 32 beautiful acres less than three miles from downtown Mystic, StoneRidge offers residents the best of both worlds: a fulfilling lifestyle in one of the most attractive spots on the Connecticut coast. Here,...
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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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32 reviews
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My father says he feels like he is living in a hotel. All the staff are very friendly and welcoming. The other residents are also friendly and some have befriended my father. My wife and I are jealous of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Conveniently located off Merritt Parkway next to the High Ridge Shopping Center, just minutes from the Stamford JCC, downtown and the beach, Benchmark at Stamford – formerly Sunrise of Stamford – offers nationally award-winning assisted living and memory care. Easy access to downtown Stamford’s...
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9.3
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The Arbors is a great place. My mom loves it there. The staff is awesome and very attentive. We are in the process of having my uncle move there also.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Arbors at Islandia East & Islandia West - SafeCare Neighborhood for the memory-impaired- Transitions Neighborhood for those who feel more comfortable in a smaller intimate environment- Spacious sun filled accommodations with balconies- Extraordinary restaurant-style farm to table meals...
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1515 Photos available
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9.3
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The Residence at Glastonbury surpassed my expectations in care, nutrition, services, lodging and meaningful activities. Great staff. We went from independent living to memory care and hospice in place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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The administrator is wonderful. Activities are fabulous. My Aunt is very happy there, and the staff is happy to help the whole family.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located minutes from historic downtown Avon, our brand new community is nestled on beautiful farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.Our dining room offers "Anytime Dining" from 7am-7pm, a...
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55 Floor plans available
9.2
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Everyone there has been wonderful. My mother-in-law is very happy. She just wishes there was more activities that she was interested in. Doesn't seem to be a lot going on. But she's very comfortable and the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Atria South Setauket, we take care of all the work while you socialize and try new activities. Relax on the patio, swim in our outdoor pool or take a cooking class with friends. Enjoy the hotel-like amenities in the convenient Long Island community you love, right near plenty of shopping and...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge and overall everything has been great for her so far. The value for cost is reasonable. The food is pretty good and the activities...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brookdale Woodbridge is an assisted living and memory care community in the upscale community of Woodbridge, Connecticut. Woodbridge is a historic city with a strong sense of heritage and is home to many of the faculty at nearby Yale University. As one of the wealthiest towns in the country,...
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Photo of Atria East Northport
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1515 Floor plans available
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My mom has been in three other facilities, and The Atria in East Northport is truly the best fit for her. She loves having her own one-bedroom apartment, which gives her a real sense of home. She enjoys...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
As one of the most trusted senior living providers on Long Island, Atria East Northport has served families like yours for more than 25 years. With a continued commitment to quality, they have just completed a full-scale renovation to enhance the beauty and functionality of the community — and...
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1515 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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It was a wonderful place - they took care of my husband as if he was family. They did everything they could to help us, it was very difficult for my family and myself at the end of the of his life they did...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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Photo of Middlewoods of Newington
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55 Floor plans available
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Would give every category of five. Middlewoods has proved to be the perfect placement for [name removed]. We are extremely pleased with the staff, the size, and the friendliness of the staff and clients. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Are you looking for Award-Winning Assisted and Independent Living? If so, Middlewoods of Newington is the place for you! Within the last year the community was awarded the following: • Assisted Living Federation of America’s "Champion for Seniors"; • Connecticut Assisted Living Association's...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Orange
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The staff everyone is very understanding and helpful it's a wonderful place I'm very happy that my mom is there she seems happy there
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
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My husband loved his 2 respite care stays at Farmington Station. He had absolutely no complaints and neither we did I. I would have to give them a 5 for all 7 categories.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Farmington Station offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences, features 89 assisted...
Photo of Atria Crossroads Place
1414 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.2
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Our loved one never actually made it there. I wish I would have acted sooner so he could have taken advantage of all the activities sooner. Based on the experience we did have, we would recommend Atria...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Exciting NEW enhancements are now complete at Atria Crossroads Place! Extensive renovations include refurbished common spaces, an upgraded salon, a modern bistro, redesigned restaurant and private dining room with outdoor canopy, library, custom fitness center, additional outdoor green space and...
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There are limited onsite parking including day parking for visitors is a plus, given its location. Surrounding area seems less walkable offsite and had limited access to onsite outdoor spaces, which could be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
WelcomeThe Residence at Summer Street is a premier luxury, and boutique-style Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, in downtown Stamford, CT. When you join our family, you’ll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the...
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Photo of Brookdale Wilton
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My mom likes it. But it has some issues with care. I think every place does too. On the whole it is good. The price keeps going up. They said every year there is an increase but now it's 6 months and it is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brookdale Wilton is now open for visits, Please call us today to schedule a visit.
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We are in the early stages of this transition for our folks, so far we believe the staff there, aids and RN's alike have gone above and beyond for us. We are very Thankful and Grateful for how our parents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Monarch Southbury, formerly known as Motif by Monarch, is located in the Southbury area, which is full of natural beauty, and our community makes the most of Mother Nature's finest. Located on Main Street South in Southbury, Connecticut, Motif is set against rolling green hills, with several...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Live The Life You WantNo one deserves to spend their golden years worrying about being alone in the event of an emergency or caring the heavy burden of family care alone. That’s why our assisted living and memory care community is here to provide personalized care plans, spacious and comfortable...
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33 Floor plans available
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LOVE IT HERE. Best move I ever made. Not only are the people who run it are super nice but the residents I have met. I would recommend to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Village at South Farms is a cozy 'country estate' with a panoramic valley view that our residents enjoy from the southern-style veranda overlooking its expansive lawns. Lavish gardens surround the community and provide the setting for shaded outdoor seating and walking areas. A terrace off...
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They have friendly staff, great activities, fair food and dining, apartment is adequate size with new floors and carpet and new appliances, but old cabinets . It was easily the best deal of the three places...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Quality Care and Peace of MindIf you want to exchange the humdrum senior living experience for one that offers you personalized care plans, a warm and welcoming atmosphere with resort-like amenities and endless opportunities to engage in activities, programs and events, look no further. Our...
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All the personnel show incredible compassion for the residents. They go to great lengths to plan events for every holiday season. The size of the community also feels much more like a family.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maplewood at Darien is an assisted living and memory care residents for the most discerning seniors. Exquisite interior desgin, an enthusiastic and experienced staff of associates, engaging social and cultural enrichments opportunities, and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients...
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Everyone that works there is kind and respectful of all the workers, and that goes for everyone who lives there. There's no judgement at this facility. It takes special people to have the patience that these...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Suffield by the River offers everything you could possibly want in senior residential living: - Independent living in beautifully appointed, spacious apartments with a full array of services and amenities. - Assisted living services offering as little or as much assistance as needed. - River's...
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The place is beautifully decorated and that makes my mom feel special. They had a new "fall recognition system" put in to all of the apartments and we really liked that.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to The Linden at Brookfield. Here, you and your family will find a strong and true community with personal care services that inspire and delight. Our unique focus on wellness partners with our high-end amenities allows residents to go from ‘let’s dance!” to “let’s relax,” as they want....
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33 Floor plans available
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If I could give a higher review I would gladly do so. This is a wonderful caring facility!! I have such peace of mind knowing my sister is safe and lovingly cared for by the outstanding staff here.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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she is higher functioning than others in her wing (just AL) and i would like them to encourage her more to spend time with IL and other areas of the facility
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with choice. Great restaurants, brain and body fitness courses, fantastic events and assisted living,...
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I haven’t been here long enough. But so far it’s exhilarating! The wine is amazing. I am in independent living and I love it. I’m a knitter and when I say I’m a knitter, I mean, I’m really a knitter! I teach...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.

Cost of memory care in East River, CT

The average cost of senior living in East River is $8,126 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New London, CT with an average of $6,400 per month.

Memory care costs in East River, CT, vs. nearby cities

East River, CT
$8,126/mo

Memory care costs in East River, CT, vs. state and national averages

East River, CT
$8,126/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

Memory care costs in East River, CT, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$8,126/mo

Memory care costs in East River, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,041/mo
Studio
$6,753/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,158/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,810/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,145/mo

Senior living costs in East River vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: East River, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast River, CTConnecticutU.S.
Memory Care$8,126/mo$8,873/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$7,955/mo$8,789/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$7,994/mo$6,344/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
East River, CT:$8,126/mo
Connecticut:$8,873/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
East River, CT:$7,955/mo
Connecticut:$8,789/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
East River, CT:$7,994/mo
Connecticut:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in East River, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in East River and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

East River, CTCT stateNational

Memory care cost trends in East River, CT

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in East River have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East River, CT$8,337/mo$8,331/mo+0.1%
Connecticut$8,341/mo$8,316/mo+0.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
East River, CT
2024 average cost:$8,337/mo
2023 average cost:$8,331/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$8,341/mo
2023 average cost:$8,316/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in East River

Recent reviews for memory care in East River

Maryville Enhanced Assisted Living in Huntington, NY

4.1
It is a small family owned facility. Adequate amount of staff. They do a good job taking care of the residents, always clean and well groomed. The facility is dated looking, furnishings are old but they do keep it clean. Visiting space is very limited and hours for visiting is limited to a few ...
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The Atrium at Rocky Hill

4.4
My dad liked being at the atrium. I thought he would have received better health care, but I guess that's not what they do. My dad contracted shingles on his face, and it took a while to be treated correctly. Overall, it was a much better place than the nursing home he is in now.

Maplewood at Darien

4.6
The Maplewood at Darien was the perfect solution for my 89 year old mom who was unable to live alone. In addition to having memory loss , my mom struggles with anxiety issues, the kind, compassionate and competent staff have embraced my sweet mom and created a community of care and purpose. I ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Many reviews praise the staff's warm and caring nature at various communities, including Benchmark at Ridgefield Crossings, Maplewood at Orange, and The Residence at Glastonbury, where families express appreciation for the long-term friendships and bonds formed between their loved ones and ...
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Personalized care for unique resident needs. Residents have individualized care plans at places like Colebrook Village at Hebron and Suffield by the River, ensuring their specific needs are met, leading to improved quality of life and overall satisfaction.
Excellent communication between families and staff. Families value frequent and open communication between staff and themselves at communities, such as Maplewood at Danbury, Maplewood at Orange, and Maplewood at Strawberry Hill, allowing them to be informed and involved in their loved one's care.
Variety of engaging activities. Communities like Arden Courts Avon, A Memory Care Community, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, and Colebrook Village at Hebron offer a range of activities for residents, catering to their interests, preferences, and cognitive abilities, providing opportunities for socialization and enjo ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents enjoy the clean and well-maintained living spaces at communities such as Maplewood at Stony Hill, Maplewood at Danbury, and Sunrise of East Setauket, which foster a homelike atmosphere and contribute to overall satisfaction and comfort.
Honest and transparent billing. Transparent billing practices and clear communication regarding costs are important to families at communities like Maplewood at Stony Hill, Benchmark at South Farms, and The Cascades at Stone Bridge, allowing for financial peace of mind and trust in the care their loved one is receiving.
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East River review score based on 1,076 family reviews

8.4
Review score196 facilities1076 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1076 reviews of 196 East River memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East River review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

East River review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
East River, CT196 facilities
8.6
8.4
Madison Center, CT213 facilities

Review subcategories for East River memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,076 reviews of 196 East River memory care communities. This chart helps you compare East River resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
East River, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

East River memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East River memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East River, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in East River memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in East River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East River, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.9%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.9%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East River memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of East River Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East River, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East River memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East River, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.7%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.1%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.5%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in East River memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East River, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
51.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.6%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in East River memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in East River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East River, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.4%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
61.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in East River

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Connecticut memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in East River protect seniors.
Learn about Connecticut memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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