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Memory care in South Ellsworth 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 South Ellsworth is about $8,819 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 174 communities, read 4122 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Torrington, Hyde Park and New Milford.

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Photo of Arden Courts Avon, A Memory Care Community
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9.9
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We have had a great experience at Arden Court. It’s taken a little bit to get used to a few things like when the laundry or where all her clothes are after dressing, but we have adjusted and they are little...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Farmington Valley, Arden Courts of Avon is an 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 Vascular...
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My siblings and I are very pleased with the facility. Food is very fresh and nutritious. While Mom is not quite ready to join in, the activities are varied. Staff is very welcoming. Mom's room is just the...
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.
The New Windsor Country Inn is a small, unique home like community providing delicious home cooked meals, medication management, activities, personal care, laundry and housekeeping for the elderly. Paul Lockwood has owned and operated since 1983. He is still active today with family to run the...
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2323 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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96 reviews
9.8
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I highly recommend Spring Village of Danbury. Everything is clean and well maintained. The staff is very friendly and caring. Everyone is hands on and dedicated to caring for your loved one like family.
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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9.8
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86 reviews
9.8
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86 reviews
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A relative has been living at Stonebrook for 6 months now. It was tough getting her to move, but after only 2 weeks there, she was acclimating and enjoying being there. She is participating in many of 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.
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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2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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57 reviews
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I absolutely love the place and employees! However the bill has been incorrect for two months. Besides that, though, I am more than satisfied.
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.
Maple Woods at Hamden is located south of Sleeping Giant State Park on a hilltop overlooking the town center of Hamden, CT. This community boasts skyline views of New Haven and picturesque views of Long Island Sound. We are convenient to shops, cultural, and business attractions. Our superb...
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1717 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.7
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65 reviews
9.7
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I would give them the highest rate in every category. They have been wonderful. My husband is doing better than I expected. He joins the group activities and has been on trips to local restaurants. 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.
Brookdale South Windsor is now open for in person visits and move ins!!! Such exciting news - we can now share our family like community with you and your loved one in person ( with safety precautions of course) but you all can see the apartment of your choice. We can also move new resident in...
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I came to Southwick Village at the request of family. I was wary, giving up my home for an apartment at... ugh... a retirement facility. Never a day has passed where I've regretted the move, Southwick...
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.
Life is easier when less time is spent on chores and home upkeep, and more time is spent doing the things you enjoy. At Southwick Village, active adult living, independent living, and enhanced living offer a welcoming lifestyle that feels comfortable, engaging, and full of possibilities.For those...
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88 Photos available
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9.7
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My sister and her husband moved into a large studio at the The Villages in late August. The studio apartment is quite spacious. My sis and brother-n- law adjusted fairly quickly. This was aided by the staff...
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 Brookfield Common is a haven of tradition and elegance nestled within a community of shops, services, and amenities available to meet your every need, with exceptional convenience. The hillside setting affords a panoramic view from the cathedral-ceilinged dining room, English tea...
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The staff all learned my father's name from the moving time. [name removed] who offered the initial tour was wonderful and responsive. The process was very easy in obtaining a room. The atmosphere is active...
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.
Our senior living community in Yorktown Heights, New York, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide...
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My partner has been at Shady Oaks since March. The aides are loving and attentive. Together with the residents, they make facility life seem like a family get together. The decor and layout suggest home...
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.
WELCOME!Families Find Shady Oaks“Three months after my mom was discharged from the hospital, we were told she could not go from rehab back to her assisted living facility where she had been living for the last eight years. Faced with little time and no easy choices we were very fortunate to have...
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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Branford
3535 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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The activities are constant and wonderful. My mother is so happy and has found a boyfriend. Her mobility has improved. I am impressed with the facilities, both inside and outside, and the food is delicious...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Artis of Branford is proud to be 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. Artis of Branford is located close to the ocean, down the road from Bishop’s Orchard, with easy access right off Rt. 1. Nearby shopping at The Clinton Outlets, Downtown New Haven, Mohegan Sun Casino, and Foxwoods Casino Honoring...
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Photo of Spring Village at StratfordCommunity card badge
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9.5
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My mom has been a resident here for nine months, and I continue to be so impressed by the care she receives and the people who make this community such a wonderful place for her. Every member of the staff...
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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Staff has been very kind and responsive. We are happy! We would definitely recommend. They made the transition very easy, coming from a hospitalization on short notice.
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 all about balance. That is why our community is strategically located in a small, suburban New England town in the well-regarded Fairfield County area. This means you have a small community feeling while still being close to major attractions and mass transit to New York City.Connections...
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9.4
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Staff are attentive and get back to you regarding any question or issue very quickly. The dining room staff are friendly and take time to greet and chat with residents. There are regular excursions to...
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.
From the moment you walk through the door of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in West Hartford, you will feel peace and comfort. To be honest, you might even feel a little bit giddy. It may have something to do with the beautiful common areas, private...
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9.4
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My mother recently moved to Brookdale and is so happy there! She is well cared for and all the staff are wonderful. I can't say enough good things about Brookdale Wilton!
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 Maplewood at Stony Hill
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9.4
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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 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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88 Floor plans available
9.4
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From the first visit to Atria, we knew our family members would be well cared for. From the director, who is involved daily with the residents, the administrative staff, direct care workers, food service,...
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.
Welcome to Atria on the Hudson, the next generation in thoughtful, purposeful community living for seniors. It's much more than a place to live; it's a safe, inviting community to call home. Atria on the Hudson is the newly renovated fourth member of the Atria family in Westchester County — which...
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Photo of River Ridge at Avon
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9.2
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At this point we would give 4 stars. The Care is good. The Food is good. The Activities are very good. We wish they would clean her room more often, but not a huge deal. But, overall entire facility,...
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.
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We are conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the...
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I could have not asked for a better place to relocate to! The setting is park like, the staff is wonderful, the services are A-1, and I am well fed and looked after. The security and peace of mind I was...
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.
Quality Care and Peace of MindIf you want to exchange the humdrum senior living experience for one that offers you personalized care plans, a warm and welcoming atmosphere with resort-like amenities and endless opportunities to engage in activities, programs and events, look no further. Our...
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Staff was very helpful. Facility looked clean, bright, cheery. Rooms were good size. Some furnishings could have been updated but were acceptable. Seemed like they had plenty of activities and groups for...
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.
The Fountains at Millbrook, located in Millbrook, NY is set on 200 beautiful acres in the Hudson Valley.We offer Independent Living with Cottages with garages and one and two bedroom apartments in our main building that is hotel like. All apartments and cottages have full kitchens. We have 27...
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99 Floor plans available
9.2
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Pomperaug Woods was very involved in making sure that my mom's move was as painless as possible. Now, over a month after her move, they are still checking on her to make sure things are going smoothly.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Photo of Arbors of Hop Brook
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The staff is first rate all around. I had a two bedroom apt which was 1000 sq ft. Well laid out. There are a lot of activities and if you would like to you can start one. They have a varied menu every dinner
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.
Arbors, a Nationally Accredited, Continuing Care Retirement Community in Manchester, Connecticut. Arbors offers Independent,Assisted and Continuing Care in a stress-free lifestyle with security, companionship, services and access to our award Health Care Center long term and rehab health care. At...
Photo of The Bethel Springvale Inn
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When first touring the facility, [name removed] was excellent in her description of the facility offerings, as well as going over the rates, and the typical day-to-day activities. Since my mother has been...
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.
Bethel's Springvale InnBethel Springvale Inn is a comfortable not-for-profit assisted living community conveniently located in scenic Croton-on-Hudson, Westchester County, New York. Our affordable community includes all modern luxuries within a relaxing environment full of recreational...
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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.
Lunabrook Village at Torrington is a memory-focused senior living community located in Litchfield County, in the Foothills of the Berkshires. We are one of seven Everbrook Senior Living Communities and are scheduled to open in the late spring of 2025.Our Egis Neighborhood offers specialized...
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The staff are friendly, approachable, and responsive. The food is balanced and has good portions. Mom's room is just enough. All the furniture was provided, and there is a "picture rail" about 18 inches from...
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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Cost of memory care in South Ellsworth, CT

The average cost of senior living in South Ellsworth is $8,819 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Woodbury Center, CT with an average of $8,574 per month.

Memory care costs in South Ellsworth, CT, vs. state and national averages

South Ellsworth, CT
$8,819/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

Memory care costs in South Ellsworth, CT, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$8,819/mo

Memory care costs in South Ellsworth, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,266/mo
Studio
$8,692/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,254/mo

Senior living costs in South Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Ellsworth, CTConnecticutU.S.
Memory Care$8,819/mo$9,491/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$7,904/mo$8,134/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$4,858/mo$4,238/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
South Ellsworth, CT:$8,819/mo
Connecticut:$9,491/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
South Ellsworth, CT:$7,904/mo
Connecticut:$8,134/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
South Ellsworth, CT:$4,858/mo
Connecticut:$4,238/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Memory care costs in South Ellsworth, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in South Ellsworth and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

South Ellsworth, CTCT stateNational

Memory care cost trends in South Ellsworth, CT

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in South Ellsworth have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Ellsworth, CT$7,860/mo$7,969/mo-1.4%
Connecticut$8,107/mo$7,875/mo+3.0%
National$6,099/mo$5,982/mo+2.0%
South Ellsworth, CT
2024 average cost:$7,860/mo
2023 average cost:$7,969/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$8,107/mo
2023 average cost:$7,875/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,099/mo
2023 average cost:$5,982/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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What families are saying about memory care in South Ellsworth

Recent reviews for memory care in South Ellsworth

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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Carriage Green at Milford

5.0
Mom has been at Carriage Green for three years and she is very happy. The staff is so friendly and warm and truly cares about their residents. The community is very cozy and always clean. The residents eat their meals in the dining room that looks into the courtyard. They have many ...
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South Ellsworth review score based on 708 family reviews

8.3
Review score174 facilities708 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 708 reviews of 174 South Ellsworth memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Ellsworth 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

South Ellsworth review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
South Ellsworth, CT174 facilities
8.5
Hartford, CT80 facilities
8.6
New Haven, CT60 facilities

Review subcategories for South Ellsworth 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 708 reviews of 174 South Ellsworth memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Ellsworth 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.
South Ellsworth, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.7
Friendliness
3.2
3.8
Care services
2.9
3.4
Staff
3.1
3.6
Meals & dining
2.9
3.3
Activities
2.9
3.3
Value for cost*
2.8
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

South Ellsworth memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Ellsworth memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Ellsworth, 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 Ellsworth 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 South Ellsworth that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Ellsworth, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.1%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.7%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.1%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.8%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.8%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.1%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.5%
69.6%
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 South Ellsworth 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 South Ellsworth Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Ellsworth, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.4%
72.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.4%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.8%
68.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Ellsworth 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 South Ellsworth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Ellsworth, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.6%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
57.5%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.9%
23.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Ellsworth 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 South Ellsworth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Ellsworth, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.3%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.1%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
54.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Ellsworth 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 South Ellsworth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Ellsworth, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.9%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.7%
59.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.3%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.7%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.2%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
66.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
44.3%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.1%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.1%
46.4%
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State regulations for memory care in South Ellsworth

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Connecticut memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in South Ellsworth protect seniors.
Learn about Connecticut memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts Avon, A Memory Care Community, New Windsor Country Inn and Spring Village at Danbury are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Ellsworth, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 174 memory care facilities near South Ellsworth, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in South Ellsworth, Connecticut are Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, Southwick Village and Spring Village at Stratford. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 174 memory care facilities near you in South Ellsworth, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Ellsworth, 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 South Ellsworth, 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 South Ellsworth, Connecticut ranges from $$6,555 to $$10,110. The average Memory Care cost in South Ellsworth, Connecticut is $8,819. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in South Ellsworth, Connecticut typically starts at $$6,555. 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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