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Memory care in Madison 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 Madison is about $8,156 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 214 communities, read 4847 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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9.3
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Excellent community. Warm and friendly employees. Great events. Beautiful rooms. A very happy place for mom. I highly recommend.
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.
The Arbors at Bohemia• Nestled on 5 acres in a residential setting.• Warm, compassionate team members• Single level setting; no elevators or stairs to climb• Comfortable décor helps residents feel right at homeOur mission at The Arbors Assisted Living is to enhance the quality of life by...
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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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9.3
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47 reviews
9.3
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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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66 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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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 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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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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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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The food is why I gave it a 4. My mother in law is having problems with the gluten free options. I think the apartment size and location of the community is all good. I would definitely recommend it, my...
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.
You can feel it the minute you walk through the front door, something is different at Middlewoods of Farmington! Perhaps it is the smell of home-made cookies baked by residents wafting from the Country Kitchen. Or maybe it is the warm greeting from the Receptionist. Or could it be the friendly...
Photo of Maplewood at Darien
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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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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...
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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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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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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 plenty of activities for the residents . Dad says the food is good , no complaints from him . Rooms are a good size w/ fridge .
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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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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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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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 am highly satisfied your guidance in making such a difficult decision was a godsend. Maplewood at Orange has continued to show professional and compassionate care for my husband. Clear and timely...
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 Orange has carefully blended a comfortable yet elegant decor, an enthusiastic staff, engaging social enrichment and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients to create a unqiely special memory care and assisted living community. Just in the heart of the shopping and...
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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.
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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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We were very pleased with our uncle's care while he was there. He passed away a few days ago. We would recommend River Ridge to others. Thanks.
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.
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We are conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the...
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I find the staff very friendly and welcoming. Although the resident I am related to doesn't take enough advantage of the activities offered, I think the activities are very well chosen and planned. 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.
Majestic ocean views from a breathtaking seaside hilltop greet residents daily at The Village at Mariner's Point. Lavish gardens provide a setting for leisure, art, and fitness activities. Private walking paths and gazebos grace beautifully manicured gardens, while the 68-seat movie theater,...
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Cost of memory care in Madison, CT

The average cost of senior living in Madison is $8,156 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxoboxo River, CT with an average of $6,340 per month.

Memory care costs in Madison, CT, vs. nearby cities

Madison, CT
$8,156/mo

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

Madison, CT
$8,156/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,156/mo

Memory care costs in Madison, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,966/mo
Studio
$6,688/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,112/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,787/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,145/mo

Senior living costs in Madison 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: Madison, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMadison, CTConnecticutU.S.
Memory Care$8,156/mo$8,873/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$7,996/mo$8,789/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$7,695/mo$6,345/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Madison, CT:$8,156/mo
Connecticut:$8,873/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Madison, CT:$7,996/mo
Connecticut:$8,789/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Madison, CT:$7,695/mo
Connecticut:$6,345/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Madison, CT, over time

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

Madison, CTCT stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Madison, CT

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Madison 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
Madison, CT$8,366/mo$8,382/mo-0.2%
Connecticut$8,341/mo$8,316/mo+0.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Madison, CT
2024 average cost:$8,366/mo
2023 average cost:$8,382/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
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 Madison

Recent reviews for memory care in Madison

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtful and compassionate staff care. Many reviews express gratitude for the kind, caring nature of the staff at their community. At Maplewood at Orange, families praise the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with the community's caregivers.
Individualized activity programs based on residents' interests. Residents enjoy the wide range of specialized activities offered at communities like Suffield by the River, where staff members organize activities tailored to residents' unique hobbies and abilities, ensuring engagement and enjoyment.
Providing a homelike atmosphere. Reviews highlight the homelike feel of various communities, encouraging a sense of familiarity and comfort for residents. At Maplewood at Darien, for instance, the at-home atmosphere is appreciated by both residents and their families.
Communication and collaboration with families. Families value frequent, open communication between themselves and the community staff to ensure their loved ones' needs are being met. The community director at The Elms Retirement Residence sets regular meetings with senior residents and their families, both in person and virtually.
Highly skilled and attentive nursing care. Several reviews note the exceptional nursing care provided in communities, with nursing staff consistently going above and beyond to accommodate residents' medical needs. At the Maplewood at Stony Hill, the nursing team is praised for their expertise and responsiveness.
Bright, clean, and well-maintained facilities. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces. The updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library at Spring Village at Stratford are also mentioned as standout features.
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Madison review score based on 1,048 family reviews

8.4
Review score190 facilities1048 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1048 reviews of 190 Madison memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Madison 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

Madison review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Madison, CT190 facilities
8.4
Madison Center, CT213 facilities
8.6

Review subcategories for Madison 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 1,048 reviews of 190 Madison memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Madison 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.
Madison, 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

Madison memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Madison memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Madison, 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 Madison 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 Madison that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Madison, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
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 Madison 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 Madison Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Madison, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Madison 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 Madison partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Madison, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Madison 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 Madison communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Madison, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.4%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
51.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.5%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Madison 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 Madison offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Madison, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.4%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
61.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Madison

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