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Memory care in Waccabuc 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 Waccabuc is about $14,238 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 5 communities, read 130 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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What our family likes the most about Maplewood at Danbury is that they reach out to us and keep us informed of concerns/issues as well as positive news about my parent's adaptation to their new environment...
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 Danbury has the unique feeling of a country inn, carefully blending a comfortable yet elegant decor, an enthusiastic staff, engaging social enrichment and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients to create a unqiely special memory care and assisted living community. ...
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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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The Benchmark community at Ridgefield delivers on every level. Residents experience transformational improvements in their physical and emotional health. Seeing the happiness, joy and positive outlook on my...
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.
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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99 Floor plans available
8.7
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21 reviews
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Although everything has been great, it is quite expensive and was recently notified of an increase. The facility is very nice and very clean. Staff is wonderful and quite friendly/helpful!
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 all-new Ridgefield Station offers local seniors service-enriched Independent and Assisted Living and a residential Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences,...
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Overall good. A little leerie about the nursing staff. My mom was discharged from the hospital with an injectable blood thinner. Prior to discharge, I spoke directly to the director of health and wellness...
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.
Keystone Place at Wooster Heights is an aging in place Senior community in Danbury, CT. As one of Danbury's newest community we offer Independant, Assisted and Memory Care apartments. Our Independent apartments have large kitchens complete with stove, refrigerator and large cabinets with quartz...
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Our hope was always that our Mom, age 95, would be able to remain living with family for her whole life. After 3 hospitalizations in a 7 week time frame, we could no longer provide the skilled nursing care...
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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We chose The Greens because they did paperwork to put a lean on her home until it was sold so they were very accommodating with that whole process. The room sizes at the facility are very nice, perfect for...
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.
At The Greens At Cannondale, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care,...
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Cost of memory care in Waccabuc, NY

The average cost of senior living in Waccabuc is $14,238 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cold Spring, NY with an average of $5,969 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waccabuc, NY vs. nearby cities

Waccabuc, NY
$14,238/mo
$15,920/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waccabuc, NY vs. the state and national average

Waccabuc, NY
$14,238/mo
U.S. national average
$5,068/mo

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

$14,020/mo
Memory Care
$14,238/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Waccabuc, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,473/mo
Studio
$7,256/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,373/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,560/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Waccabuc

Recent reviews for memory care in Waccabuc

Maplewood at Darien

4.6
The Maplewood at Darien was the perfect solution for my 89 year old mom who was unable to live alone. In addition to having memory loss , my mom struggles with anxiety issues, the kind, compassionate and competent staff have embraced my sweet mom and created a community of care and purpose. I ...
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Maplewood at Newtown

5.0
For overall feedback, my seems to be very happy at Maplewood, loves the staff and has connected well with many of the residents. I know she has been participating in some of the activities too - hopefully more as we transition back to things post Covid19. She seems very happy! I want to thank ...
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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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Waccabuc review score based on 27 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 5 Waccabuc memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waccabuc 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

Waccabuc review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Waccabuc, NY5 facilities
9.2
9.0
Brewster, NY7 facilities

Review subcategories for Waccabuc 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 27 reviews of 5 Waccabuc memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Waccabuc 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.
Waccabuc, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Waccabuc memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waccabuc memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waccabuc, 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 Waccabuc 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 Waccabuc that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waccabuc, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waccabuc 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 Waccabuc Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waccabuc, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waccabuc 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 Waccabuc partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waccabuc, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.3%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
49.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Waccabuc 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 Waccabuc communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waccabuc, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waccabuc 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 Waccabuc offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waccabuc, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
39.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
40%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 5 memory care facilities near Waccabuc, New York. See the full list.

The 5 memory care facilities near you in Waccabuc, New York typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waccabuc, New York, 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 Waccabuc, New York, 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 Waccabuc, New York ranges from $2675 to $1516500. The average Memory Care cost in Waccabuc, New York is $14,238. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Waccabuc, New York typically starts at $2675. 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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