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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Connecticut is $9,388, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Sandy Hook area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Photo of Maplewood at Stony Hill
1616 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.3
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68 reviews
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So far, our experience with Maplewood at Stony Hill has been a 5. They just love [name removed] and treat her well. The facility is always clean and welcoming. They try to include her in activities but at...
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 Stony Hill in Bethel is the only assisted living community in Northern Fairfield County that is fully dedicated to those living with Alzheimer's and dementia. Memory care is our singular focus. Maplewood at Stony Hill is an innovative, purposefully built assisted living and memory...
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Photo of Benchmark at Ridgefield Crossings
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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92 reviews
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I just have to say, to be honest nothing is perfect in life, hence the 4s rather than all 5s. But the overall experience with BRC has been a 5. The staff is fantastic: so friendly and warm with 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.
Residents of Ridgefield Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided for by a caring...
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Photo of Atria On The Hudson
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9.3
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Food is generally good but rather repetitive menu. Staff and residents are quite friendly for the most part. Activities are of limited intellectual character , ie bingo and the like. Biggest problem...
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.
Welcome to Atria on the Hudson, the next generation in thoughtful, purposeful community living for seniors. It's much more than a place to live; it's a safe, inviting community to call home. Atria on the Hudson is the newly renovated fourth member of the Atria family in Westchester County — which...
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Photo of Rosewood on the Sound
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9.3
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75 reviews
9.3
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It was a surprise how sweet the experience was for dad, most of his peers were quiet, at that stage of life it seemed. His only complaint was wanting more time with peers, but workers would sit and play...
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.
Rosewood on the Sound is a warm and inviting community located in the quaint town of Bayville, New York surrounded by fabulous restaurants, beaches, parks, shops, and historic sites. As part of the community, residents participate in many town events as well as our full recreational calendar.Our...
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Photo of Harmony Village at CareOne Valley
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9.3
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We have really valued Harmony village as a place for my mother-in-law. They helped us navigate all of the doctors and medication’s and really took care of everything in a competent and nurturing way. We came...
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.
Coming soon! We are excited to announce the expansion of our community to include our Harmony Village service line. Harmony Village at CareOne Valley will provide 24/7 assisted living needs to those with memory impairment.
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Photo of Sunrise of Smithtown
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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I am very happy with Smithtown sunrise. It was a great fit for my mother. The staff is very friendly. They definitely know all their residence. They are also very helpful. The place is very clean and very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Stamford
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9.3
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Overall experience: My husband is in the memory care unit, so I can't rate the assisted living units. Because my husband has Alzheimer's and is bedridden, he can't participate in any of the activities or...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Stamford is a Sunrise Senior Living community located just minutes from downtown Stamford. Our community is nestled in a beautiful, rural, ten-acre setting surrounded by trees and lovely courtyards. We pride ourselves in our caring, compassionate and experienced support staff,...
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Photo of Atria Briarcliff Manor
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1010 Floor plans available
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9.3
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My mother-in-law is very happy at Atria Briarcliff Manor. She always comments how nice both the staff and other residents are. I've called her to find out she's at a talk in the parlor about "This Day in...
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.
Atria Briarcliff Manor offers a charming apartment community combining the amenities of a resort with the beauty of a country inn. Near Law Memorial Park in Westchester, we are within walking distance of the village's downtown area. Whether relaxing on our wraparound porches, staying active at...
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Photo of Sunrise of Plainview
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44 Floor plans available
9.3
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51 reviews
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The facility was beautiful they were finishing up renovations. The atmosphere there was not overwhelming since they are a smaller size and can house only a limited amount of people and everyone makes you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Brookdale Wilton
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22 Floor plans available
9.3
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The staff at Brookdale Wilton have been incredibly friendly, compassionate, and professional. From the moment my mother arrived, they have treated her with genuine kindness, patience, and respect. It gives...
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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Photo of The Arbors at Islandia - East and West
1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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226 reviews
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226 reviews
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Staff was wonderful. Rooms clean. Food was good. There were plenty of activities. Room size was very good. Only small issue is dining areas should be a little bigger or do 2 food service times.
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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Photo of River Ridge at Avon
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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At this point we would give 4 stars. The Care is good. The Food is good. The Activities are very good. We wish they would clean her room more often, but not a huge deal. But, overall entire facility,...
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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Photo of Skybrook at Simsbury
11 Photo available
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9.2
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Bright and clean, friendly staff, responsive when you have questions. Some exceptional people here, for the very difficult job. Many activities and encouragement to partake.
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 Pomperaug Woods a CCRC
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99 Floor plans available
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Pomperaug Woods was very involved in making sure that my mom's move was as painless as possible. Now, over a month after her move, they are still checking on her to make sure things are going smoothly.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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 MiddleBrook Farms at Trumbull
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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[name removed] gets constant attention from staff. His day is full. He has already gained five (needed)pounds so I assume the food is good. Staff responds to his needs, for instance, recommending PT and OT,...
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.
Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood within the charming town of Trumbull. We are convenient to shops and amenities and just a short distance from the theater as well as Sacred Heart and Fairfield Universities. Our superb location complements the quality...
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Photo of Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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My brother is there. The process of visiting, orientation, and admission was beyond amazing. The staff are wonderful. My brother's care is so great that after many years of decline to dementia, he made an...
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 Strawberry Hill is the assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in a friendly neighborhood close to the Norwalk-Westport line, just minutes to major highways and trains. We are part of an innovative, locally based company and not part of a large 'chain.' As...
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Photo of The Residence at Selleck's Woods
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Staff is friendly, helpful, competent. Management is inept, out of touch, unresponsive. My mother is happy there, I feel that she is safe. Pricing is very high.
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.
WelcomeThe Residence at Selleck's Woods is a premier luxury, and boutique-style Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, in beautiful Darien, CT. When you join our family, you’ll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the...
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The staff is first rate all around. I had a two bedroom apt which was 1000 sq ft. Well laid out. There are a lot of activities and if you would like to you can start one. They have a varied menu every dinner
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.
Arbors, a Nationally Accredited, Continuing Care Retirement Community in Manchester, Connecticut. Arbors offers Independent,Assisted and Continuing Care in a stress-free lifestyle with security, companionship, services and access to our award Health Care Center long term and rehab health care. At...
Photo of Arden Courts Farmington, A Memory Care Community
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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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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Photo of Sunrise of New City
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44 Floor plans available
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The billing is confusing because you're always a month behind. The local people are very helpful though. Sometimes you have to really push if you want to look at new meds or things that are outside of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of The Arbors at Bohemia
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Food & choices are great Staff is good & friendly for most part Wellness care & doctor care could be much more thorough. Routinely miss medications & doctor visits are way too infrequent Routinely wait a...
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.
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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Photo of The Village at South Setauket
66 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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Staff is very nice. Room is perfect size. A few maintenance issues we're working on resolving. Plenty of activities during the day. Food has been good. Nothing special. Some nights offerings are better than...
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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Photo of Thrive at Montvale
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9.1
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Dear [names removed] and every Thrive staff member that touched [name removed]'s heart. My sister [name removed] and I want to Thank you for all you had done for our mom. [name removed] I know made her mark...
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.
Come To Live Here.From the beginning, we envisioned a community designed less around senior living and more around – well… living! We envisioned a place that would not only draw people in, but together.Welcome to Thrive at Montvale.Located just off the Garden State Parkway and nearby the serene...
Photo of Benchmark at Stamford
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44 Floor plans available
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I think they did a great job with mom. They just need more activities to keep them more occupied. The staff were very kind. Food needs to be better
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Conveniently located off Merritt Parkway next to the High Ridge Shopping Center, just minutes from the Stamford JCC, downtown and the beach, Benchmark at Stamford – formerly Sunrise of Stamford – offers nationally award-winning assisted living and memory care. Easy access to downtown Stamford’s...
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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Somers
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9.1
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I would say the room gets a five and the food gets a 5 as well. Activities is very hard to operate with these people that are losing their memory, but they've made a good effort and I give them a four 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.
Artis of Somers is proud to be 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. 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...
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Cost of memory care in Sandy Hook, CT

The average cost of senior living in Connecticut is $9,388 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Connecticut vs. 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 state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeConnecticutU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$9,388/mo$6,999/mo34.1% above national median
Assisted Living$7,821/mo$5,830/mo34.2% above national median
Independent Living$4,243/mo$3,520/mo20.5% above national median
Memory Care
Connecticut:$9,388/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:34.1% above national median
Assisted Living
Connecticut:$7,821/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:34.2% above national median
Independent Living
Connecticut:$4,243/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Sandy Hook

Recent reviews for memory care in Sandy Hook

Maryville Enhanced Assisted Living in Huntington, NY

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

4.9
The restaurant was clean, along with the bathrooms, and the rooms that I visited. I would let people to look at this community. I think the staff is excellent. The community is beautiful and brand new.

Sandy Hook review score based on 1,280 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 1280 reviews of 295 Sandy Hook memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sandy Hook 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

Sandy Hook review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Sandy Hook, CT295 facilities
8.3
New Haven, CT60 facilities
8.2
Torrington, CT179 facilities

Review subcategories for Sandy Hook 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 1,280 reviews of 295 Sandy Hook memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sandy Hook 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.
Sandy Hook, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.3
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.7
Meals & dining
3.0
3.4
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Sandy Hook memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandy Hook memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandy Hook, 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 Sandy Hook 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 Sandy Hook that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sandy Hook, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.4%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.9%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.2%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.2%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.5%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sandy Hook 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 Sandy Hook Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sandy Hook, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.1%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.5%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.3%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.7%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandy Hook 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 Sandy Hook partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sandy Hook, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.4%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
57.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.6%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.5%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandy Hook 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 Sandy Hook communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sandy Hook, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
49.5%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandy Hook 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 Sandy Hook offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandy Hook, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.4%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.5%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.8%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.7%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.1%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.5%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.9%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.7%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
46.4%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.7%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Sandy Hook

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Christian Fellowship House, Arden Courts Avon, A Memory Care Community and Colebrook Village at Hebron are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sandy Hook, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 295 memory care facilities near Sandy Hook, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sandy Hook, Connecticut are Atria Stamford, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks and Spring Village at Stratford. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 295 memory care facilities near you in Sandy Hook, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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