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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Watertown, CT

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Memory care in Watertown 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 Watertown is about $6,626 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 116 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Last Updated: 12/28/24
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Photo of The Ivy at Watertown
22 Photos available
8.9
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22 reviews
8.9
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The Ivy provides a loving & caring environment for its residents & families. Our initial tour of this community convinced me that this would be a good place for mom. Mom moved in with a great deal of...
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.
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Photo of Brandywine Living at Litchfield
2222 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.6
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35 reviews
9.6
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35 reviews
5 star
86%
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11%
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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 Litchfield. 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.
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Photo of The Village at East Farms
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22 Floor plans available
9.6
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38 reviews
9.6
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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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Photo of Southmayd Home for Women
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8.9
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21 reviews
8.9
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What we like the most about the Southmayd Home for Women, is that we feel that our loved one is in a safe place. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Southmayd Home to other...
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.
ALL TOURS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH SOUTHMAYD HOME.
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Photo of Garden Brook Residential Care Home
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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.
Photo of Elton Residential Care 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.
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Cost of memory care in Watertown, CT

The average cost of senior living in Watertown is $6,626 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $5,867 per month.

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

Watertown, CT
$6,626/mo
$6,531/mo

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

Watertown, CT
$6,626/mo
U.S. national average
$4,863/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,626/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,765/mo
Studio
$6,084/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,753/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,231/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Watertown

Recent reviews for memory care in Watertown

Brookdale West Hartford

4.5
We chose Brookdale West Hartford because I knew the sales rep. We needed to make a quick move and they were amenable to everything we requested and it is was in a good location as well. The staff are very accommodating. The sales staff, nurses, activity director, CNA's - everybody. My only ...
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Maplewood at Newtown

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

4.5
The times I have been there, the pace is clean and the staff are friendly. During the Covid-19 pandemic, they did a good job with keeping the residents safe. Overall, they are very good with keeping our family informed of my sisters care, which was important to us. They do seem to have a lot of ...
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Watertown review score based on 27 family reviews

9.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 6 Watertown memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watertown 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

Watertown review score compared against nearby cities

9.3
Watertown, CT6 facilities
8.5
Bethlehem Village, CT213 facilities
8.7
Waterbury, CT11 facilities

Review subcategories for Watertown memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 27 reviews of 6 Watertown memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Watertown 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.
Watertown, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
5.0
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.5
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Watertown memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watertown memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watertown, 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 Watertown 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 Watertown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watertown, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
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 Watertown 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 Watertown Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watertown, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watertown 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 Watertown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watertown, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Watertown 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 Watertown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watertown, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watertown 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 Watertown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watertown, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 6 memory care facilities near Watertown, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Watertown, Connecticut are Maplewood at Danbury, The Residence at Brookside and The Residence at Ferry Park. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in Watertown, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Watertown, 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 Watertown, 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 Watertown, Connecticut ranges from $300 to $273400. The average Memory Care cost in Watertown, Connecticut is $6,626. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Watertown, 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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