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Memory care in East River 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 East River is about $8,005 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 218 communities, read 4747 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Staff helped my father settle in and feel at home. Most of the staff are lovely. Some are better than others in helping him deal with his frustration at not being able to do things on his own now that he 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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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My mother in law finds them all very kind and cheerful. My mother in law loves her big sunny apt. It has a large bedroom off the living area with just an opening and no doors which is easier to manage. There...
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 Spring Village, you'll find a dedicated staff who understand the importance of balancing individual care with your independence. Whether you enjoy watching a movie in our theater, reading a novel in our library, or taking an excursion to nearby local shops, we are dedicated to helping you live...
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Our mother came here from Middletown. We couldn't say enough how good the care is. Every single employees is fantastic. Our peace of mind is worth every dime. Absolutely love the community.
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.
Ask about our Rare Memory Care Opening!Colebrook Village at Hebron opened in May of 2018. We offer independent living, assisted living, and memory care. We have 113 units and are located in a quaint small town in Eastern CT. Surrounded by flora and fauna, our building was designed to maximize the...
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They do a great job welcoming and introducing new residents into the community. They could digitize the events though, they just have a newsletter and bulletin board, a digital reminder through phone or...
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.
Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with choice. Great restaurants, brain and body fitness courses, a Health Care Center with assisted...
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The staff at Maplewood was very attentive and caring. My aunt had many issues with her uncontrolled diabetes, but the nurses were on top of it and the staff did their best to get her involved in activities....
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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Mom is well taken care of on memory unit. All the staff know her name as well as mine. The facilty is beautiful and very clean. Staff is always encouraging my mom to join activities and I see mom smiling...
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.
Now doing in person tours!Elmbrook Village at Bozrah opened in September 2019. Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Elmbrook Village was designed to maximize the amount of natural light available and has 115 apartments with a variety of styles. We have some of the largest...
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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
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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 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, services, and amenities...
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1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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Staff is friendly and willing to help. We have frequent family meetings with open lines of communication. Aids are attentive to dad's needs but I find that there is often not enough coverage, especially on...
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.
Leasing Gallery Now Open. Visit us at 1720 Post Road (next to Starbucks), Fairfield. Now accepting reservations. 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...
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The staff cares about the people they understand the mental health issues that change people and roll with it. I would recommend
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.
Nestled in the heart of Farmington Valley, Arden Courts of Avon is a not-for-profit Assisted Living Community designed specifically and focused exclusively on providing memory care for person’s living with Alzheimer’s and related neuro cognitive disorders such as Lewy Body, Frontal Temporal and...
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The main reason we chose Maplewood at Strawbery Hill was for the location. Building size-( not too big) and the staffs ability to work with me more when mom got closer to needing additional care. Response to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maplewood at Strawberry Hill is the sparkling new assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in a friendly neighborhood close to the Norwalk-Westport line, just minutes to major highways and trains. We are part of an innovative, locally based company and not part of a large...
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9.7
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My sister, who has had early onset Alzheimer’s for a while, moved to Arden Courts in Farmington in June last year. We have been very pleased with their care and concern for my sister, the staff are mostly...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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The Dix Hills staff made the holiday season such a glorious and happy time. The caring staff, the special celebrations, and other interesting activities make living here a pleasure.
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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9.6
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They really take care of the patients. Room was too nice he never wanted to come out of it except to eat . He liked the meals too. He didn't always like the staff checking up on him but that was their job....
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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9.6
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I have many friends that have lived in this community. The way they are treated and taken care of is out of this world. The employees show so much care and attention to detail its amazing. The food is...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine by Monarch Communities. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps...
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Everyone that works there is kind and respectful of all the workers, and that goes for everyone who lives there. There's no judgement at this facility. It takes special people to have the patience that these...
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.
Suffield by the River offers everything you could possibly want in senior residential living: - Independent living in beautifully appointed, spacious apartments with a full array of services and amenities. - Assisted living services offering as little or as much assistance as needed. - River's...
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The administrator is wonderful. Activities are fabulous. My Aunt is very happy there, and the staff is happy to help the whole family.
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.
Located minutes from historic downtown Avon, our brand new community is nestled on beautiful farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.Our dining room offers "Anytime Dining" from 7am-7pm, a...
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9.6
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I would give fives across-the-board on all questions. I am exceptionally happy with the choice that was made. I have been singing your praises ever since I've gone on the initial interviews and tours of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maplewood at Orange has carefully blended 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. Just in the heart of the shopping and...
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9.6
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I haven’t been here long enough. But so far it’s exhilarating! The wine is amazing. I am in independent living and I love it. I’m a knitter and when I say I’m a knitter, I mean, I’m really a knitter! I teach...
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.
Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.
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9.6
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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 Stamford has served the families of Fairfield County since 2007. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation and expansion to enhance beauty and functionality. Once complete, residents will enjoy a host of exciting new spaces and amenities,...
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[name removed] has been getting excellent care from the SBV EGIS team the past 5 months. They are simply the best at every level. First class run organization.
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.
Now doing in person tours!Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks is a residential senior living campus dedicated to providing independence, social interaction, and leisure activities for seniors looking for exceptional services and top notch...
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9.5
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All the personnel show incredible compassion for the residents. They go to great lengths to plan events for every holiday season. The size of the community also feels much more like a family.
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 Darien is an assisted living and memory care residents for the most discerning seniors. Exquisite interior desgin, an enthusiastic and experienced staff of associates, engaging social and cultural enrichments opportunities, and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients...
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9.5
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Overall, our experience at Maplewood at Stony Hill has been good. I feel like they generally care about the people staying there. The place looks good and is well cared for and they do a nice job keeping...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maplewood at Stony Hill in Bethel is the only assisted living community in Northern Fairfield County that is fully dedicated to those living with Alzheimer's and dementia. Memory care is our singular focus. Maplewood at Stony Hill is an innovative, purposefully built assisted living and memory...
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9.5
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I would tell them to be aware that anything extra has a price. For a nurse to administer meds it costs extra. To have your meal in your room instead of the dining room it costs extra, that was some of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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9.5
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The aids were fantastic! The nurses and administrative staff were okay, but it is a wonderful facility. My mom was in good hands, and we would recommend this community to others!
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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9.5
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Sunrise of Holbrook is very clean, and smells good. Apartment is kept tidy and clean by housekeeping. The staff has been quite the best of this experience. They are willing to go above and beyond, know my...
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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Cost of memory care in East River, CT

The average cost of senior living in East River is $8,005 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New London, CT with an average of $5,966 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East River, CT vs. nearby cities

East River, CT
$8,005/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East River, CT vs. the state and national average

East River, CT
$8,005/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,005/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in East River, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$6,036/mo
Studio
$6,653/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,057/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,040/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,122/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in East River over time

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What families are saying about memory care in East River

Recent reviews for memory care in East River

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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The Atrium at Rocky Hill

4.4
My dad liked being at the atrium. I thought he would have received better health care, but I guess that's not what they do. My dad contracted shingles on his face, and it took a while to be treated correctly. Overall, it was a much better place than the nursing home he is in now.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Many reviews praise the staff's warm and caring nature at various communities, including Benchmark at Ridgefield Crossings, Maplewood at Orange, and The Residence at Glastonbury, where families express appreciation for the long-term friendships and bonds formed between their loved ones and ...
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Personalized care for unique resident needs. Residents have individualized care plans at places like Colebrook Village at Hebron and Suffield by the River, ensuring their specific needs are met, leading to improved quality of life and overall satisfaction.
Excellent communication between families and staff. Families value frequent and open communication between staff and themselves at communities, such as Maplewood at Danbury, Maplewood at Orange, and Maplewood at Strawberry Hill, allowing them to be informed and involved in their loved one's care.
Variety of engaging activities. Communities like Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Avon, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, and Colebrook Village at Hebron offer a range of activities for residents, catering to their interests, preferences, and cognitive abilities, providing opportunities for socializat ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents enjoy the clean and well-maintained living spaces at communities such as Maplewood at Stony Hill, Maplewood at Danbury, and Sunrise of East Setauket, which foster a homelike atmosphere and contribute to overall satisfaction and comfort.
Honest and transparent billing. Transparent billing practices and clear communication regarding costs are important to families at communities like Maplewood at Stony Hill, The Village at South Farms, and The Cascades at Stone Bridge, allowing for financial peace of mind and trust in the care their loved one is receiving ...
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East River review score based on 1,120 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 1120 reviews of 201 East River memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East River 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

East River review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
East River, CT201 facilities
8.5
8.6
Madison Center, CT211 facilities

Review subcategories for East River 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 1,120 reviews of 201 East River memory care communities. This chart helps you compare East River 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.
East River, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

East River memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East River memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East River, 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 East River 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 East River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East River, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.3%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.5%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.8%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.1%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.9%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.3%
72.1%
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 East River 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 East River Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East River, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.9%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.5%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.9%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.8%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East River 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 East River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East River, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.9%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
55%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.4%
50.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.3%
19.7%
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Availability of select dining options in East River 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 East River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East River, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.9%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.9%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
52.5%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.7%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East River 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 East River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East River, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.4%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.5%
33.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50.5%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.9%
54.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.3%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.3%
61.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.4%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.9%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
63.9%
48%
Dances
Dances
47%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.6%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.3%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Stratford, Colebrook Village at Hebron and 3030 Park, a CCRC are the top-rated memory care facilities near East River, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 218 memory care facilities near East River, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in East River, Connecticut are Colebrook Village at Hebron, 3030 Park, a CCRC and Elmbrook Village at Bozrah. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 218 memory care facilities near you in East River, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in East River, Connecticut, 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 East River, Connecticut, 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 East River, Connecticut ranges from $300 to $273400. The average Memory Care cost in East River, Connecticut is $8,005. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in East River, Connecticut typically starts at $300. 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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