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Assisted living costs in South Salem average about $13,963 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 8 communities in South Salem. Our detailed directory has 176 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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Photo of Maplewood at DanburyCommunity card badge
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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85 reviews
9.8
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85 reviews
5 star
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They welcomed my Mom with open arms and have helped our family out with good communication. She is starting to adjust to her new place and is coming out of her shell. Everyone here has been great to deal...
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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2828 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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79 reviews
9.8
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79 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
18%
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Thank you to [name removed] and her entire team for being so amazing to my mom and family. You are stellar and it trickles down from you to your entire staff. Everyone has gone above and beyond for my mom...
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 Danbury is a boutique, affordable assisted living community specializing in enhanced care, located in the heart of Danbury, CT. We offer a safe option for people who wish to live independently with minimal assistance and for those who need an individualized approach to care. We...
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Photo of Benchmark at Ridgefield Crossings
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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77 reviews
9.7
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77 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
25%
3 star
8%
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The staff was very kind. My mother passed away before my father and they were very supportive of my dad after mom's death. They had an any amazing way of checking on him without seeming intrusive. It's a...
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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Photo of Brookdale Wilton
1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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32 reviews
9.3
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32 reviews
5 star
44%
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31%
3 star
16%
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It has definitely been a good fit for my family. The staff is very responsive and helpful. My dad seems to be very happy at the facility and it has been a good fit for him. There doesn't seem to be many...
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 Sunrise of Wilton
2020 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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8 reviews
8.9
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8 reviews
5 star
87%
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13%
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My wife and I are very happy here at Sunrise Wilton. The staff make it. They know each resident, and they go out of the way to be certain your needs—and wants—are met. My wife has special health...
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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1414 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.7
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21 reviews
8.7
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21 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
24%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
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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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Photo of Keystone Place at Wooster Heights
1010 Photos available
7.5
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7 reviews
7.5
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7 reviews
5 star
14%
4 star
58%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
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The overall experience is above fair. Quality of dining is an ongoing disappointing experience, staff are excellent, but scarce, there appears to be a strong disconnect between the administration and the...
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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5 star
66%
4 star
17%
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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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5 star
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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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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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Cost of assisted living in South Salem, NY

The average cost of senior living in South Salem is $13,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cold Spring, NY with an average of $5,836 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Salem, NY vs. nearby cities

South Salem, NY
$13,963/mo
$15,805/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Salem, NY vs. the state and national average

South Salem, NY
$13,963/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Salem vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$13,963/mo
$13,963/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Salem, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,795/mo
Studio
$7,192/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,662/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,322/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Salem, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in South Salem.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Salem

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Salem

Maplewood at Danbury

4.3
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 and social activity.

The Watermark at 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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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 42 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 8 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

8.8
South Salem, NY8 facilities
8.5
Golden's Bridge, NY442 facilities
7.9
Brewster, NY7 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 42 reviews of 8 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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
87.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
53%
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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
87.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
87.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
13.6%
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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
50%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
14.3%
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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
62.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
17.8%
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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
75%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
87.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.4%
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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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South Salem protect seniors.

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There are 8 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 Spring Village at Stratford, Yorktown Assisted Living Residence and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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