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Memory care in Lower City 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 Lower City is about $8,032 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 179 communities, read 3707 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Greens at Cannondale
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We chose The Greens because they did paperwork to put a lean on her home until it was sold so they were very accommodating with that whole process. The room sizes at the facility are very nice, perfect for...
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.
At The Greens At Cannondale, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care,...
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I would have liked to learn the requirements of aides and nurses on the memory care unit as to mandatory education on the care of their patients.
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.
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Photo of Bridges by EPOCH at Trumbull
44 Floor plans available
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All of the staff have been nothing but helpful, supportive and wonderful with the residents. The facility is welcoming and safe. The staff provides a safe and comfortable place to be in which their main goal...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Trumbull is a memory care assisted living community located in Fairfield County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully...
Photo of Aviva West Hartford
1313 Floor plans available
8.6
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Last spring, I visited eight different assisted living communities in the greater Hartford area and beyond. Aviva was the last stop on my itinerary. The moment I walked through the doors of Aviva, I knew...
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.
AVIVA West Hartford is located at 1 Hamilton Heights Dr. in West Hartford, CT. Our building is a member of the National Historic Society and was originally built to be a school; Mount St. Joseph.We offer independent, assisted, assisted plus and memory care living options.
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Photo of Village At Laurel Lake
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A family member of mine moved into the Landing a month ago. We are very happy with our decision. The facility is lovely. [name removed] the Executive Director and Dementia Specialist made all our 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.
The Village at Laurel Lake is located in the cozy little town of Lee, in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. This location is perfect if you love to go fishing, kayak, bird watch, or take in the beautiful local scenery. For those that are avid hikers, there is access to the Appalachian Trail through...
Photo of The Orchards At Southington
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Yes, staff goes out of their way to be helpful. As a family member they allow me to be able to know Mom is cared for 24/7 when I'm not with her which gives me the freedom to do the things I still need to do....
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.
Located in Southington, Connecticut, The Orchards provides easy access to shopping, medical services and other services offered in downtown Southington. Each resident enjoys the privacy of their own studio, one or two bedroom apartment with all the benefits of a full service community. The...
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[name removed] has been several times, and mom is more alert, participating in exercises, engaging in conversations! Much improvement! The place is beautiful open, sunny, all the members are smiling, saying...
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.
Mulberry Gardens of Southington is a not-for-profit residential assisted living community that offers a warm and caring atmosphere with an exemplary health care staff. There are 2 levels of care in our community; assisted living and our secure memory care neighborhood...
Photo of By the River LLC
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I have nothing but glowing things to say! By The River is a small facility in Marlborough Ct. it is run by a very wonderful and caring staff. They keep the facility very clean The meals are family style at a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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In one word, Geer Village has been simply great!
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.
Geer Village is a non-profit, community owned senior living facility which has accommodated seniors for over forty years. It is conveniently located in Canaan, CT in a facility which also hosts a community center, television station, and a YMCA. Our residents are able to enjoy day trips to...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Photo of Elton Residential Care Home
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.
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The care is great and they have excellent activities. I can't think of any ways they could improve. What we like most about Seabury is the staff. They're always very upbeat and attentive. I'm not there all...
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 St Lucian'S Residence, Inc
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Our sprawling 5.5-acre campus has something for everyone with a wide array of activities for energetic adults, as well as those with medical needs. Our casual elegance will make you feel welcome and comfortable.  Jerome Home provides a full service continuum and is here to meet your needs today...
Photo of Fernwood West
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 Immanuel House
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.
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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 the very base of Cedar Mountain, surrounded by fresh air and a beautiful natural landscape, you'll find Cedar Mountain Commons. This is an extraordinary senior living community - a meeting place of spirited people, family traditions and fond memories. Living here, in the assisted or...
Photo of Jefferson House
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Jefferson House, a department of Hartford Hospital since 1873, offers a continuum of care on its campus to meet the needs of the aged and infirm. Accommodations and services include an Independent and assisted living complex, sub acute, palliative and long term skilled nursing beds, a rest home...
Photo of The Retreat
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Camphill Ghent
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.
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It's a good place, and the people are friendly. I have been pleased with the place itself. I am not sure it's a good fit for my loved one.
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.
Marbridge Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut. Cheshire, which has been ranked among Money magazine's 100 best places to live, is known for its beautiful parks. Roaring Brook Park is a beloved destination for visitors and town...
Photo of Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
It is our mission to provide our residents and their families with superior care delivered by staff dedicated in the principles of kindness, compassion, service and excellence in an environment where the individuality, dignity and value of those who are served, as well as those who serve, is...
Photo of Church Hill Village
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I'm still transitioning and adjusting but the community is great and I like it here. I am very happy
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.
Photo of Worthington Manor
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.
Worthington Manor in East Berlin, Hartford County, Connecticut is an assisted living residence built on tradition and dedication to community. This quiet and serene little town has many delicious restaurants and local businesses to haunt on a Saturday shopping spree. East Berlin is a gorgeous...
Photo of Brookdale Rocky Hill
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.

Cost of memory care in Lower City, CT

The average cost of senior living in Lower City is $8,032 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $5,956 per month.

Memory care costs in Lower City, CT, vs. nearby cities

Lower City, CT
$8,030/mo
$8,190/mo

Memory care costs in Lower City, CT, vs. state and national averages

Lower City, CT
$8,030/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

Memory care costs in Lower City, CT, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$8,030/mo

Memory care costs in Lower City, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,893/mo
Studio
$6,337/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,651/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,641/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,274/mo

Senior living costs in Lower City 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: Lower City, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLower City, CTConnecticutU.S.
Memory Care$8,030/mo$8,872/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$7,937/mo$8,788/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$5,718/mo$6,344/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Lower City, CT:$8,030/mo
Connecticut:$8,872/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Lower City, CT:$7,937/mo
Connecticut:$8,788/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Lower City, CT:$5,718/mo
Connecticut:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Lower City, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Lower City 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Lower City, CT

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Lower City 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
Lower City, CT$8,378/mo$8,509/mo-1.5%
Connecticut$8,341/mo$8,316/mo+0.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Lower City, CT
2024 average cost:$8,378/mo
2023 average cost:$8,509/mo
Percent change:-1.5%
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 Lower City

Recent reviews for memory care in Lower City

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 Newtown

5.0
For overall feedback, my seems to be very happy at Maplewood, loves the staff and has connected well with many of the residents. I know she has been participating in some of the activities too - hopefully more as we transition back to things post Covid19. She seems very happy! I want to thank ...
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Monarch Southbury

4.5
The times I have been there, the pace is clean and the staff are friendly. During the Covid-19 pandemic, they did a good job with keeping the residents safe. Overall, they are very good with keeping our family informed of my sisters care, which was important to us. They do seem to have a lot of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Individualized attention for memory care. Several reviews mention the importance of personalized care and attention for memory care residents. At The Cascades at Stone Bridge, for example, the staff went above and beyond to help a resident adjust to their new environment and ensure they were comfortable. Similarly, at Maplewood at Da ...
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Access to a range of stimulating activities. Activities were another key factor in residents' satisfaction with their memory care communities. In Suffield by the River, for instance, residents were taken on weekly outings and encouraged to participate in a variety of engaging activities, which helped keep them mentally and socially activ ...
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Communication and transparency between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication was valued by families in their reviews. For example, at The Reserve at East Longmeadow, the staff maintained regular contact with families, providing updates on their loved ones' progress and addressing any concerns promptly. Similarly, at Maplewood at Oran ...
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Welcoming and compassionate staff. Kindness and compassion were recurring themes in reviews of memory care communities. At The Village at Buckland Court, for instance, the staff were praised for their patience and understanding towards residents, while at Colebrook Village at Hebron, the team was described as genuinely caring ...
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Secure and safe living environment. Security and safety were major concerns for families when choosing a memory care community. In Maplewood at Stony Hill, for example, the team was commended for their ability to ensure residents remained safe while still allowing them to maintain their independence. Similarly, at The Cottage a ...
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Customized meal plans and dining experiences. Quality food was a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their memory care communities. In Buckingham Heights LLC, for instance, the staff accommodated individual dietary requirements, ensuring that each resident received meals tailored to their needs. At Ridgefield Stati ...
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Lower City review score based on 792 family reviews

8.3
Review score163 facilities792 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 792 reviews of 163 Lower City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lower City 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

Lower City review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Lower City, CT163 facilities
8.3
Torrington, CT199 facilities
8.4
Bantam, CT210 facilities

Review subcategories for Lower City 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 792 reviews of 163 Lower City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lower City 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.
Lower City, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
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3.8
Activities
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Value for cost*
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Lower City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower City, 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 Lower City 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 Lower City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
58.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.1%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.7%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lower City 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 Lower City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.5%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lower City 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 Lower City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lower City, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.7%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
55.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lower City 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 Lower City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lower City, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
51.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower City 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 Lower City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lower City, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.9%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.9%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
43.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Lower City

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 Lower City protect seniors.
Learn about Connecticut memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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