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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 Shady Rest 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 The Club at Briarcliff Manor
2222 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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The staff are very friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. The food is god and the apartment is comfortable with great views. They provide a number of varied activities.
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.
Unsurpassed luxury meets modern living in a community that is reimagining care. Experience the pinnacle of sophistication and service at The Club at Briarcliff Manor, New York’s premier senior living community. Enjoy life in an upscale setting with top-tier service and amenities from a...
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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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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.
Artis of Chestnut Ridge is proud to be named a 2026 Best Memory Care community by U.S. News & World Report and is 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. Artis of Chestnut Ridge is located close to Nyack Pier and Bear Mountain, near Woodbury Commons and Nyack Hospital. Nearby shopping at Woodbury...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Norwood
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33 Floor plans available
8.8
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Arbor Terrace has been great. They are attentive. Small group in memory care. I feel that my mother is being well cared for. All of the staff at Arbor Terrace Norwood is thoughtful. We are always greeted...
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.
Located in a quaint borough in northern Bergen County, Atria Norwood is a modern community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments,...
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33 Floor plans available
8.8
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My mother is very happy there. She loves the staff & the food. There is always activities for her to keep her busy. I would definitely recommend it to others who are searching for a place for their loved one
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.
Set on 14 acres, Atria Huntington is surrounded by a serene walking path in beautiful, residential Huntington Station. Our community is located south of Jericho Turnpike, and borders on Dix Hills. Lounge by our fireplace in the winter months or relax on the patio on a warm summer day. Enjoy a...
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Photo of The Village at Mariners Point
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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The village has been extremely accommodating to my family. Their nurses and sales folks and all of their staff has been extremely kind to my parents and very helpful to us. Sadly, my mother moved in, but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Majestic ocean views from a breathtaking seaside hilltop greet residents daily at The Village at Mariner's Point. Lavish gardens provide a setting for leisure, art, and fitness activities. Private walking paths and gazebos grace beautifully manicured gardens, while the 68-seat movie theater,...
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Photo of Benchmark at South Farms
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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Overall experience is great. Facility is beautiful, staff are great, activities are very good, food is good, single room size is good, shared room is small
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Village at South Farms is a cozy 'country estate' with a panoramic valley view that our residents enjoy from the southern-style veranda overlooking its expansive lawns. Lavish gardens surround the community and provide the setting for shaded outdoor seating and walking areas. A terrace off...
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Photo of Sunrise of Old Tappan
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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the staff is great, they are very attentive. The room and facility is clean overall and we would recommend Sunrise of Old Tappan to other families.
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.
Sunrise of Old Tappan, located in northern New Jersey, just 30 miles from Manhattan, offers assisted living, memory care, respite care and coordination of hospice care to seniors in Bergen County, Rockland County, and New York City. Oakes Park, located directly adjacent to our community, is a...
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I would rate them all except food. That I would give a 4. My parents are picky. The staff is very accommodating. Our flight was later in the day/evening. They had staff held later to check my parents in and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Live The Life You WantNo one deserves to spend their golden years worrying about being alone in the event of an emergency or caring the heavy burden of family care alone. That’s why our assisted living and memory care community is here to provide personalized care plans, spacious and comfortable...
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77 Floor plans available
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I would tell them to always have at least 2 people present when asking questions, also write things down. Take notes or record if possible what they say. It's what we wish we had done.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Monarch Southbury, formerly known as Motif by Monarch, is located in the Southbury area, which is full of natural beauty, and our community makes the most of Mother Nature's finest. Located on Main Street South in Southbury, Connecticut, Motif is set against rolling green hills, with several...
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Photo of The Residence at Summer Street
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There are limited onsite parking including day parking for visitors is a plus, given its location. Surrounding area seems less walkable offsite and had limited access to onsite outdoor spaces, which could be...
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.
WelcomeThe Residence at Summer Street is a premier luxury, and boutique-style Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, in downtown Stamford, 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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Photo of The Village at East Farms
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.7
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50 reviews
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My husband has been in the village in memory care for about one month now he is adjusting well I am also adjusting well. The place is beautiful. The activities are great. He usually participates in most of...
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 East Farms is a cozy country estate situated on a picturesque, 34-acre wooded hilltop. An authentic covered bridge, lavish gardens, and rolling panoramas provide the staging for a nine-hole putting green. At East Farms you will find private walking paths and gazebos that grace...
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Photo of All American Assisted Living at Coram
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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Staff offers wonderful communication and care. They are responsive to our questions and offer insight to the change needs and progression of our loved one. The community is new, bright and cheerful. 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.
Welcome to All American Assisted Living at Coram. Our newly constructed residential community has been designed to create a homey, neighborhood feel.The All American difference is that we are committed to promote participation, inclusion and socialization. Our goal is to help residents to be as...
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Photo of Maplewood at Southport
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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Cleanliness A+, Staff A+, Activities A, Apartment Size A for Studio, Food (recently) B-. Overall we absolutely love Maplewood at Southport. The holidays were magical in every way and their celebrations are...
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 Southport is a luxury senior living community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care. The community is situated on 27-acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and hosts 98 private apartments, a wrap-around porch, multiple dining rooms, outside courtyards, and an...
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Photo of Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
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My husband loved his 2 respite care stays at Farmington Station. He had absolutely no complaints and neither we did I. I would have to give them a 5 for all 7 categories.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Farmington Station offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences, features 89 assisted...
Photo of Edgehill, a CCRC
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My family and I have had a wonderful experience here. The staff is incredibly friendly and caring—they always know my mom's name, as well as my children's names, and even remember her favorite foods....
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.
Edgehill, a lifecare community by Benchmark Senior Living is conveniently located on the border of Stamford and Greenwich. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Nursing Care. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and...
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Photo of Middlewoods of Newington
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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The food is a 3 - nice variety but lots of complaints about food arriving to table cold. The value is a 3 - was a 5 but increased rent within 6 months and utilities went from free to [Amount Removed]a month....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Are you looking for Award-Winning Assisted and Independent Living? If so, Middlewoods of Newington is the place for you! Within the last year the community was awarded the following: • Assisted Living Federation of America’s "Champion for Seniors"; • Connecticut Assisted Living Association's...
Photo of The Greens at Greenwich
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The turnover rate has been bad in my 1 1/4 year exposure. They're On third top administrator. On fourth top nurse in same timeframe. Nurses come and go and I've stopped bothering to learn names. They're all...
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.
Sharing the same campus in beautiful Greenwich, CT, The Greens at Greenwich and Greenwich Woods offer a complete continuum of care. Whether it's assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing or dementia care, it can all be found here on our 'Campus of Care'. Because of the...
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Photo of Southmayd Home for Women
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They were great with mom, but limited to what she needed, she needs 24hr care, I really thought they were a great fit, but mom needed more. The staff was great especially nurse [name removed], when she...
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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Photo of Meadow Ridge
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The facility was very well maintained and made a great first impression. It was the only place we toured that had an indoor pool, which was a nice feature. The location is a bit remote, and the waiting list...
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.
Meadow Ridge is a continuing care retirement community located in Redding, CT. Our community includes Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, 24-hour Skilled Nursing services and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a distinctivelifestyle on our campus nestled among 136 acres of...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fairfield
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.5
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We LOVED it there! [names removed] were amazing and took such good care of my Dad! The entire staff was so friendly and welcoming - the activities director was fabulous - the food was phenomenal and we wish...
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.
Nestled in a residential neighborhood of charming Fairfield County, Connecticut, Sunrise of Fairfield provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our ideal location just 50 miles from New York is easily...
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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Commack
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I haven't been to Artis myself yet, but my brother reports that my mother is doing better there than at the previous place. I think that allowing the residents to go outside at will and to walk anywhere they...
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 Commack is proud to be 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. Artis of Commack is centrally located near the Sagtikos and Northern State Parkways. Nearby shopping at Northgate and Mayfair Shopping Centers, Walt Whitman Shopping Mall, Birchwood Shopping Center, Smithaven Mall, and Huntington...
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Photo of Oyster Bay Manor and Harbor House
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I felt secure watching my mom being comfortable with the group of people at the nursing home, and their welcoming that my mom received on the first day I took her there to check the nursing home. The day I...
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.
SPEND YOUR GOLDEN YEARS ON THE GOLD COAST OF LONG ISLAND Oyster Bay Manor is a homey, warm, and inviting small community nestled in the quaint town of Oyster Bay surrounded by fabulous restaurants, beaches, parks, shops, and historic places of interest. As part of the community residents...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fleetwood
1010 Photos available
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8.5
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Food is really bad - very small portions. Soup is watered down - long waits to be served Residents and most staff are very friendly - good community feeling
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 Promenade at Blue Hill
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8.5
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My mom was hospitalized recently and then put into rehab. People from Promenade visited her and even brought her flowers. We couldn't wait to get her out of the rehab and back to Promenade where we truly...
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.
Seniors live happily, in comfort and with dignity at our family owned and operated, state-of-the art dual-care community. For many, it's like being home; for others, it's even better. Natural light, indoor and outdoor courtyards and walking paths, and specially planned activities and services —...
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Photo of Atria Larson Place
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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The staff, from the front desk, sales staff, restaurant chef and wait staff, cna's and many of the residents all did their utmost to make Gail feel welcome and at home. Everyone she interacted with was...
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 Larson Place is a warm, welcoming community with all the comforts of home. Socialize in our bright, large common areas and enjoy diverse activities that allow you to pursue your interests and discover new ones. Located directly across from beautiful Lake Whitney, Atria Larson Place is close...
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Cost of memory care in Shady Rest, 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
Cost difference:20.5% above national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Shady Rest

Recent reviews for memory care in Shady Rest

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.

Shady Rest review score based on 1,227 family reviews

8.2
Review score278 facilities1227 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1227 reviews of 278 Shady Rest memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shady Rest 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

Shady Rest review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Shady Rest, CT278 facilities
8.4
New Haven, CT60 facilities
8.2
Torrington, CT179 facilities

Review subcategories for Shady Rest 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 1,227 reviews of 278 Shady Rest memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shady Rest 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.
Shady Rest, 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

Shady Rest memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shady Rest memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shady Rest, 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 Shady Rest 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 Shady Rest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shady Rest, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.3%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.5%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.4%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.3%
69.5%
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 Shady Rest 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 Shady Rest Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shady Rest, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.3%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.4%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.4%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shady Rest 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 Shady Rest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shady Rest, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.5%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
57.6%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.1%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.2%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shady Rest 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 Shady Rest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shady Rest, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.8%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50.7%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shady Rest 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 Shady Rest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shady Rest, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.4%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.9%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.9%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.2%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
46.8%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.8%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Shady Rest

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