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Assisted living costs in South Salem average about $7,925 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in South Salem. Our detailed directory has 196 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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2626 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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89 reviews
9.8
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89 reviews
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Thank you for all the care and compassion you show my uncle. He receives great care and has everything he needs everything he needs everyday.
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.
Spring Village at DanburySpring Village at Danbury in Danbury, Connecticut is a senior living community offering older adults assisted living and memory care lifestyle options. Established under the WoodBine Senior Living Community brand, it is our mission to provide the highest quality of care,...
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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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90 reviews
9.8
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90 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
27%
3 star
6%
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1%
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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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2020 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.4
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11 reviews
9.4
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11 reviews
5 star
91%
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9%
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We have been generally satisfied with Sunrise of Wilton. Staff is excellent though somewhat short in number. The same for on-site management. Food could be improved.
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 western Connecticut’s beautiful Norwalk River Valley, just 55 miles from New York City, Sunrise of Wilton provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our ideal location in Fairfield County off...
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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87 reviews
9.4
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87 reviews
5 star
65%
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24%
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8%
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2%
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We picked this community because of the, staff and the benchmark Brand. Plus Best in class activities and beautiful residences.
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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1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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37 reviews
9.2
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37 reviews
5 star
46%
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32%
3 star
14%
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3%
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My mom likes it. But it has some issues with care. I think every place does too. On the whole it is good. The price keeps going up. They said every year there is an increase but now it's 6 months and it is...
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.
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1414 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.0
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21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
24%
3 star
5%
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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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8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
72%
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14%
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Amazing place. It is clear that the staff's primary concerns are the residents' well being, safety, and enjoyment of their life at Meadow Ridge. All facilities are generous, lovely, and well...
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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1010 Photos available
7.5
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8 reviews
7.5
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8 reviews
5 star
13%
4 star
61%
3 star
13%
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There has been tremendous turnover in administration which impacted our experience greatly at the beginning. Not a good start. But things are improving and the memory care area has been consistently good.
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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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, 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.
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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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.

Cost of assisted living in South Salem, NY

The average cost of senior living in South Salem is $7,925 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cold Spring, NY with an average of $6,206 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Salem, NY, vs. nearby cities

South Salem, NY
$7,925/mo
$7,877/mo

Assisted living costs in South Salem, NY, vs. state and national averages

South Salem, NY
$7,925/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in South Salem, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,925/mo
$7,925/mo

Assisted living costs in South Salem, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,993/mo
Studio
$7,508/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,143/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,186/mo

Senior living costs in South Salem vs. state and 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 destination: South Salem, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Salem, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$7,925/mo$5,837/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$7,925/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$7,021/mo$4,692/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
South Salem, NY:$7,925/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
South Salem, NY:$7,925/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
South Salem, NY:$7,021/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Salem, NY

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What families are saying about assisted living in South Salem

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Salem

3030 Park, a CCRC in Bridgeport, CT

5.0
My mom moved into assisted living at the Watermark after nearly 60 years living in her home, the last 36 years by herself. While it was a major life event for my mom, the Watermark made it an exceptionally smooth transition. They arranged and paid for the move, the movers were efficient and ...
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The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY

4.0
Mom seems to be doing well here. She has settled in nicely. She does what activities she can due to her dementia. As far as I know, she likes the food I haven't heard any complaints about it. The staff has been friendly and good-natured very professional. The community appears clean and well ...
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Maplewood at Newtown

5.0
Facility offers many activities, food is excellent, very clean, aides very helpful, transportation to Church. I would absolutely recommend Maplewood at Newtown to others!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff across various communities, such as Atria Darien, Benchmark at Ridgefield Crossings, and Sunrise of Wilton, with several families commenting on the long-term friendships that have been formed between residents and their caregi ...
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Individualized care and attention. Reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers, including staff members who listen to residents' needs and make adjustments to ensure their comfort and safety. For instance, at Maplewood at Darien, the team addressed a family's concerns and provided specialized care for a loved one, ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests, with examples including movie nights, museum outings, bingo, arts and crafts, lectures, and spiritual services. Families express appreciation for these offerings in reviews for Maplewood at Danbury, Atria Darien, ...
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Excellent dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor contributing to residents' satisfaction, with reviews emphasizing the importance of individual dietary preferences and restrictions being accommodated. For example, at , the chef creates personalized menus, and at , residents look forward to mealtimes every d ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are mentioned as important factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For instance, at Maplewood at Danbury, the facility is described as very clean, and at Benchmark at Ridgefield Crossings, the garden area, music almost e ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication from community staff members, ensuring they are informed of their loved ones' care and well-being. For example, at Maplewood at Danbury, staff regularly updates families and also invites them to participate in care planning. At Atria Darie ...
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South Salem review score based on 47 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 9 South Salem assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Salem review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

South Salem review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
South Salem, NY9 facilities
8.3
Golden's Bridge, NY470 facilities
7.8
Brewster, NY8 facilities

Review subcategories for South Salem assisted living

When assisted living 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 47 reviews of 9 South Salem assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Salem resident and family assisted living 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.
South Salem, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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South Salem assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Salem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Salem, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in South Salem assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in South Salem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Salem, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Salem assisted living

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 South Salem Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Salem, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Salem assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of South Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Salem, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Salem assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of South Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Salem, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Salem assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in South Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Salem, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Salem

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South Salem protect seniors.
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Spring Village at Danbury, Maplewood at Danbury and Sunrise of Wilton are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Salem, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near South Salem, New York. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Salem, New York are 3030 Park, a CCRC, Spring Village at Danbury and Atria Woodlands. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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