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Memory care in Podunk 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 Podunk is about $6,528 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 215 communities, read 4570 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
A non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, Jefferson’s Ferry’s residents fully enjoy retirement without worrying about market swings, future health care needs, chores or maintenance. Sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, Jefferson’s Ferry boasts three levels of living: 248...
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 Bove Health Center at Jefferson’s Ferry, a not-for-profit community sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, offers the highest level of independence possible for residents needing daily assistance. The 60 private enriched housing apartments are available for both short and...
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.
Our home is situated on three beautifully landscaped waterfront acres. The picturesque grounds and our intimate size create a comfortable home like atmosphere. Here, our seniors enjoy the benefits of twenty-four hour loving care and all ranges of assisted living services. From assistance with...
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I was a bit hesitant and apprehensive in the beginning because of the situation that had occurred years ago. But I took a chance and decided to get my Rehab at Medford. TO my surprise, this facility was...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
We are a 240 bed skilled nursing facility located on Long Island's South Shore. We offer subacute rehab services which offer residents the opportunity to optimize their daily functioning. We also offer long term care. We have a specialized Young Adult Unit and an Alzheimer's...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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They're doing a good job taking care of my Dad here. It's a nice place, not overcrowded at all, and it has a nice homey feel. Dad complains about the people there being "too old", so they could use more...
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.
Olsen Rest Home is an assisted living community located in Nesconset, NY. Nesconset is a hamlet located in Long Island, an area that is widely known for its unique culture, delicious seafood and Italian cuisine and distinctive music. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy catching one of the region's many...
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of memory care in Podunk, CT
The average cost of senior living in Podunk is $6,528 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New London, CT with an average of $5,804 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Podunk, CT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Podunk, CT vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Podunk
Recent reviews for memory care in Podunk
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
Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff at various communities, who go above and beyond to ensure residents are comfortable and well-cared for. For example, at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Avon, staff members work with residents and their families to ...
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Engaging and varied activities for residents. Residents at several communities express enjoyment in the diverse range of activities offered, which cater to various interests and abilities. At Colebrook Village at Hebron, staff organize social events, exercise classes, and arts and crafts projects to keep residents engaged and stimulated.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Several reviews highlight the importance of clean, comfortable, and well-maintained living spaces, which contribute to residents' overall satisfaction. For instance, at Maplewood at Newtown, the layout of the community ensures easy access to common areas and allows for privacy in individual ro ...
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Attentive communication between staff and families. Reviews frequently praise the consistent and clear communication between community staff and family members, ensuring everyone is informed about residents' care and well-being. At Maplewood at Danbury, staff hold regular meetings with families to discuss residents' progress and answer any ques ...
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Delicious and tailored meal options. Nutritious meals are a priority for many residents, and several communities stand out for their ability to cater to individual dietary needs and preferences. For example, at The Cascades at Stone Bridge, staff accommodate specific dietary restrictions and modify recipes accordingly to provide ...
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Safe and secure environment for residents. Families appreciate the sense of safety and security that communities provide, with staff ensuring that residents are monitored closely and protected from potential hazards. At Maplewood at Stony Hill, for instance, the memory care unit has a locked entrance and staff are always present to ass ...
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Podunk review score based on 1,072 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 1072 reviews of 198 Podunk memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Podunk 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
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Review subcategories for Podunk 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 1,072 reviews of 198 Podunk memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Podunk 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.Podunk, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Podunk memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Podunk memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Podunk, 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 Podunk 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 Podunk 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
67.7%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.5%
48.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.8%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.4%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.2%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Podunk 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 Podunk Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Podunk, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.2%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54%
46.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Podunk 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 Podunk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.4%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.6%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.1%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.2%
18.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Podunk 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 Podunk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.6%
40%
Room service
Room service
53%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.8%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Podunk 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 Podunk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Podunk, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51%
33.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.6%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.2%
51.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.2%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.1%
39.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.6%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.6%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
48%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.9%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.2%
46.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Village at Stratford, Colebrook Village at Hebron and Maplewood at Danbury are the top-rated memory care facilities near Podunk, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 215 memory care facilities near Podunk, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Podunk, Connecticut are Spring Village at Stratford, Colebrook Village at Hebron and Maplewood at Danbury. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 215 memory care facilities near you in Podunk, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Podunk, Connecticut, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Podunk, Connecticut, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Podunk, Connecticut ranges from $300 to $273400. The average Memory Care cost in Podunk, Connecticut is $6,528. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Podunk, Connecticut typically starts at $300. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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