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Memory care in Salem 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 Salem is about $5,931 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 162 communities, read 3220 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The facility is clean, food is good and the health care workers are great. They help getting my mother to meals and 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.
Maple Woods at Hamden is located south of Sleeping Giant State Park on a hilltop overlooking the town center of Hamden, CT. This community boasts skyline views of New Haven and picturesque views of Long Island Sound. We are convenient to shops, cultural, and business attractions. Our superb...
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I chose this community based on ratings, feedback from people in the business, and meeting the staff. My mother is in the memory care unit. The only negative I would say is that all of her toiletries are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The 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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1. The overall experience was good. If you are an outgoing person, make friends easily, you will do well at Brookdale. 2. The facility was always clean. 3. The staff at Brookdale was always very friendly...
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.
Our community has been COVID free during this pandemic thanks to our dedicated staff! We are now allowing tours inside our building so you can see in person what a beautiful community it truly is!A little help can go a long way.At our senior living community, you’ll have the help you need and the...
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I would rate everything a 5 except the food/dining as a 4. Mom was OK with the food, just not overjoyed.Having been a nurse for over 40 years, she always had a critical eye for the care she received. She...
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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Wonderful caring community. We picked this community because of the location and size also staff to resident ratio and the comfortable home like setting with memory care options on same campus.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Elms Assisted Retirement Campus is located in a beautiful Victorian neighborhood central to downtown Westerly, RI. We are within minutes of safe walking distance to Granite Theatre, Wilcox Park, Westerly Library and many churches, shops and restaurants. Founded in 1985 by onsite Owner Guy...
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They make you feel like family. Everyone who works there is accommodating, friendly and professional. Truly a wonderful place!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 staff is great. They take great care of the residents and some of them go above and beyond. The facility is a little run down in places but nothing excessive. It's just that the building has been there...
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 progressive, award-winning community is ready and waiting to welcome you to your next home. Located in stunning Agawam, MA our community is the first stand-alone assisted living community in the country to be awarded the Step II Quality Award from the American Healthcare Association and...
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I would recommend to anyone seeking care for a loved one for respite , assisted living, and/or memory care. Carriage Green is a good setting for my mom. The staff and facilities meet her needs and she...
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.
Carriage Green at Milford is nestled in a residential neighborhood in the quaint New England town of Milford, CT. Our superb location complements the quality of life found within our community, where residents enjoy a wonderful quality of life and carefree lifestyle that is secure and...
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My wife had an eight week stay at Pomperaug Woods and I couldn't be happier with the complete staff including the kitchen! All of the people involved in my wife"s recovery are superheros. They have what it...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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Mindset is important and I can't predict that. So be open minded and pay attention to the presentation. I left in [date removed] when [name removed] moved to the Alzheimer's ward. She died [date removed]....
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.
Overlooking downtown Mystic Connecticut, Academy Point is a thoughtful, historic renovation of the former Mystic Academy. Much of the original building has been preserved to offer an environment rich in local history and fond memories. As an assisted living community, Academy point provides its...
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Photo of River Ridge at Avon
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Very impressed with the cleanliness. I just checked with my sister and her number one thing that has made it a great experience is that "the staff is kind". I can't put my finger on it but it's just the...
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.
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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Photo of Greenwich Farms at Warwick
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Our loved one is very happy at Greenwich Farms at Warwick and we like that the staff really look out for her. It feels homey. Our loved one also has found a nice community of residents for socializing.
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.
Greenwich Farms at Warwick located in Warwick, RI is a Benchmark Senior Living independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle?...
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Photo of Capitol Ridge at Providence
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They were attentive to my mother’s needs. The food was fantastic and the staff were friendly. She loved the music entertainment, and enjoyed the church services. The facility was very clean and well kept as...
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.
Capitol Ridge at Providence is a cozy urban retreat situated in historic Providence, overlooking downtown and of course the State Capitol. The beautiful, historic setting is accented by manicured gardens, private walking paths and gazebos. A terrace off the main dining room offers seasonal...
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The staff is very helpful and very kind. They are very, very good to my mom. It is a little bit expensive, but worth the money. I would and already have recommended The Landing of North Haven to others I...
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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We chose Anchor Bay at Greenwich because of their willingness to work with us and their fast response time. The location was also a factor. The staff is very accommodating and kind. They understand.
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.
Situated near the Atlantic Ocean in historic East Greenwich, Anchor Bay at Greenwich is a warm, suburban senior living community located near Kent County Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital, as well as Warwick Mall, Providence Place Mall, Goddard Park and Chelo’s on the Water. Wake up every day in...
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The place is clean and the staff is friendly and most of all they treat the residents with respect. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Ivy at Ellington is the newest assisted living residential community from The Arbors Assisted Living Residential Communities. Ellington has its roots as an agricultural community as well as a resort community with Crystal Lake within its boundaries. Conveniently located in Ellington,...
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My mother has been a resident of split rock for a little over a year. She is considered an independent living with no personal aid care. She does get some minimal house keeping. I have had issues regarding...
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.
Set at the heart of it all, Benchmark at Split Rock welcomes you to connect — with friends, with nature, with your passions and your talents. Our brand new, state-of-the-art community will be a place where innovation and tradition meet.Nestled among the shops and restaurants at Split Rock, we are...
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What we like the most about Buckingham Heights is the friendliness. We would not necessarily recommend this community to others, it would be according to what their loved ones needs and priorities might be....
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.
A Place to Call HomeProviding quality care of your loved one is not a responsibility we take lightly here at our memory care community in Glastonbury, Connecticut. Our campus is nestled in the beautiful countryside landscape, offering an idyllic backdrop for our warm and welcoming community. And...
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I would tell them that it's a beautiful facility, staff seems to be very caring and attentive, safety measures are in place, the cost is reasonable compared to others we'd visited. Mom seems happy. We picked...
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.
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This is the third assisted living i have been in. My apartment is larger then my last one and a year after being here I am paying less per month. The chef here is great and has a great variety of menu...
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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I rate Brookdale Chatford a 5 for all categories stated. The staff, the facility, the programs, all quite professional. The environment felt like home, staff made bit feel like family. Thank you...
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.
From the moment you walk through the door of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in West Hartford, you will feel peace and comfort. To be honest, you might even feel a little bit giddy. It may have something to do with the beautiful common areas, private...
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The staff at ocean Meadow is amazing. They make sure your loved one feels at home. Our father before he passed away [date removed] loved everything about the facility. The staff were so sad when he passed....
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.
Unique, boutique-style senior living…You’ve just discovered the shoreline’s best kept secret! Ocean Meadow is a specialized memory care community located in the heart of downtown Clinton, just moments from Clinton Harbor. Our community is privately owned, which fosters a unique, homelike...
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It was the only place we looked at based on word of mouth. Also saw that they won many awards for outstanding service. And the location was very convenient.. We love The Village at Kensington Place!
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 Kensington Place is an elegant country estate nestled among the scenic Hanging Hills of Meriden, CT. Our beautifully manicured campus surrounded by woodlands provides comfortable outdoor sitting areas and the setting for fitness, arts, and leisure activities. A terrace off the main...
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What we like the most about the Southmayd Home for Women, is that we feel that our loved one is in a safe place. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Southmayd Home to other...
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.
ALL TOURS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH SOUTHMAYD HOME.
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I'd say the facility is lovely, and the staff is compassionate and well trained. We picked this community over other places, due to Mom's care needs, all but one other place turned us down. However, The...
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.
When looking for long-term care for your loved one who has dementia, you’ll want to make sure it provides the right type of certified memory care specialists and a safe environment with constant monitoring. Will your loved one have personal assistance? Have access to meaningful activities and...
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Cost of memory care in Salem, CT

The average cost of senior living in Salem is $5,931 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Danielson, CT with an average of $4,993 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Salem, CT vs. nearby cities

Salem, CT
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$5,608/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Salem, CT vs. the state and national average

Salem, CT
$5,931/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Salem vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,931/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Salem, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$5,590/mo
Studio
$5,872/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,006/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,122/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,316/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Salem over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Salem

Recent reviews for memory care in Salem

Brookdale West Hartford

4.5
We chose Brookdale West Hartford because I knew the sales rep. We needed to make a quick move and they were amenable to everything we requested and it is was in a good location as well. The staff are very accommodating. The sales staff, nurses, activity director, CNA's - everybody. My only ...
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Capitol Ridge at Providence

4.5
I appreciate your courtesy, and promptness in returning all my messages, and patience with all my questions. Your organization, professionalism, and support helped make our family's special day an occasion to remember with :) Also, please extend my thanks to any other "behind the scenes" ...
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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

Personalized care for individual needs. Reviews consistently mention that staff at various communities, such as Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Avon, and Colebrook Village at Hebron, take the time to understand and cater to their loved ones' unique requirements, ensuring p ...
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Engaging and diverse activities for seniors. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at senior living communities, with many praising the specialized offerings at The Ivy at Watertown, Spring Village at Stratford, and Pacifica Senior Living Victoria Court. These activities encourage socializing and keep seniors eng ...
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Consistent and clear communication between families and staff. Families appreciate the ongoing, detailed conversations that community staff members have with them about their loved ones' care and progress. For example, at Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Farmington, and Alto Evergreen Walk, revie ...
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Thoughtful design and cleanliness of living spaces. Residents and families comment on the cleanliness, organization, and thoughtful design of living spaces at numerous communities, including Brookdale West Hartford, All American Assisted Living at Warwick, and Suffield by the River. Well-maintained interiors and exteriors contribute to a se ...
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Dedicated memory care facilities for Alzheimer's and dementia patients. Several reviews mention the importance of specialized memory care facilities for Alzheimer's and dementia patients, such as Atria Greenridge Place, The Atrium at Rocky Hill, and Pacifica Senior Living Victoria Court. These communities offer tailored care and support for seniors with memory ...
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Considerate and compassionate staff. Throughout reviews, the kindness and compassion of staff members are highlighted as essential components of a positive senior living experience. At Pacifica Senior Living Victoria Court, Crescent Point At Niantic, and Colebrook Village at Hebron, residents and families express appreciation ...
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Salem review score based on 836 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 836 reviews of 162 Salem memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Salem 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

Salem review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Salem, CT162 facilities
8.5
Oxoboxo River, CT9 facilities
9.0
Norwich, CT10 facilities

Review subcategories for Salem 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 836 reviews of 162 Salem memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Salem 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.
Salem, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Salem memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Salem, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.2%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.2%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
72.1%
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 Salem 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 Salem Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Salem, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
26.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salem 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 Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.9%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.5%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
54.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.2%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.8%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Salem 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salem, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
54.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.1%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Salem 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salem, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.9%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.8%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.1%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
64.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
46.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.8%
46.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 162 memory care facilities near Salem, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Salem, Connecticut are Spring Village at Stratford, Colebrook Village at Hebron and Elmbrook Village at Bozrah. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 162 memory care facilities near you in Salem, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Salem, 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 Salem, 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 Salem, Connecticut ranges from $250 to $273400. The average Memory Care cost in Salem, Connecticut is $5,931. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Salem, Connecticut typically starts at $250. 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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