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Assisted living costs in Lower Merryall average about $6,541 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Lower Merryall. Our detailed directory has 165 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Maplewood at Danbury
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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89 reviews
9.8
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89 reviews
5 star
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They were extremely quick with the communication ( also thanks to [name removed] from A Place called Mom ) And now 6 weeks later, are still very good about letting me know what is going on with mom. I visit...
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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2626 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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89 reviews
9.8
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89 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
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Thank you for all the care and compassion you show my uncle. He receives great care and has everything he needs everything he needs everyday.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Spring Village at DanburySpring Village at Danbury in Danbury, Connecticut is a senior living community offering older adults assisted living and memory care lifestyle options. Established under the WoodBine Senior Living Community brand, it is our mission to provide the highest quality of care,...
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Photo of Brandywine Litchfield by Monarch
2121 Photos available
2828 Floor plans available
9.6
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35 reviews
9.6
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35 reviews
5 star
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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.
Tucked into the scenic hills of Litchfield, Connecticut, Brandywine Litchfield by Monarch offers a harmonious blend of small-town charm and refined comfort. Surrounded by the natural beauty and cultural richness of the region, our community places residents at the center of it all—just minutes...
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Photo of The Village at Brookfield Common
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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44 reviews
9.4
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44 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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5 for each. They are attentive to the residents and create a family like feeling for visitors. The staff extremely kind and gentle!
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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99 Photos available
9.1
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12 reviews
9.1
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12 reviews
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3 star
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The place is beautifully decorated and that makes my mom feel special. They had a new "fall recognition system" put in to all of the apartments and we really liked that.
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.
Welcome to The Linden at Brookfield. Here, you and your family will find a strong and true community with personal care services that inspire and delight. Our unique focus on wellness partners with our high-end amenities allows residents to go from ‘let’s dance!” to “let’s relax,” as they want....
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9.1
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40 reviews
9.1
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she is higher functioning than others in her wing (just AL) and i would like them to encourage her more to spend time with IL and other areas of the facility
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, fantastic events and assisted living,...
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1212 Photos available
6.0
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34 reviews
6.0
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34 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
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3 star
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I moved to the Fountains 4 years ago and I have loved every minute. The grounds have lots of open space for viewing nature; it's not unusual to see a deer wandering around! The staff are terrific and...
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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Cost of assisted living in Lower Merryall, CT

The average cost of senior living in Lower Merryall is $6,541 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $5,905 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lower Merryall, CT, vs. nearby cities

Lower Merryall, CT
$6,541/mo
$8,111/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Merryall, CT, vs. state and national averages

Lower Merryall, CT
$6,541/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Merryall, CT, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,541/mo
$6,709/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Merryall, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,983/mo
Studio
$6,225/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,971/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,741/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,575/mo

Senior living costs in Lower Merryall 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: Lower Merryall, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLower Merryall, CTConnecticutU.S.
Assisted Living$6,541/mo$8,789/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$6,709/mo$8,873/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living$5,856/mo$6,347/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Lower Merryall, CT:$6,541/mo
Connecticut:$8,789/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Lower Merryall, CT:$6,709/mo
Connecticut:$8,873/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Lower Merryall, CT:$5,856/mo
Connecticut:$6,347/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lower Merryall, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lower Merryall 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Lower Merryall, CT

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lower Merryall 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 median 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
Lower Merryall, CT$5,758/mo$5,878/mo-2.0%
Connecticut$6,361/mo$6,305/mo+0.9%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Lower Merryall, CT
2024 average cost:$5,758/mo
2023 average cost:$5,878/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$6,361/mo
2023 average cost:$6,305/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,321/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lower Merryall, CT

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

What families are saying about assisted living in Lower Merryall

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lower Merryall

The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY

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

4.3
I would say that it's a good place and my mom is happy there. I would mention the food is good, but the delivery is lacking thought management is aware and working on it.

The Cottage at Litchfield Hills in Torrington, CT

5.0
It's a very nice, comfortable place where they try to cater to the patient and there family, as [name removed] did last week for my wife's birthday party, she was very helpful. I'm just happy we were able to get her back from Arkansas to a place close to home that she is comfortable at and we ...
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Lower Merryall review score based on 33 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 33 reviews of 5 Lower Merryall assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lower Merryall review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Lower Merryall review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Lower Merryall, CT5 facilities
8.4
Bantam, CT228 facilities
8.4
Bethlehem Village, CT235 facilities

Review subcategories for Lower Merryall assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 33 reviews of 5 Lower Merryall assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lower Merryall resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Lower Merryall, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.3
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
4.3
3.7
Activities
4.3
3.7
Value for cost*
4.3
3.7
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Lower Merryall assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Merryall assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Merryall, 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 Lower Merryall assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Lower Merryall that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lower Merryall, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
52.4%
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 Lower Merryall assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lower Merryall Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lower Merryall, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lower Merryall assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lower Merryall partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lower Merryall, CTNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
17.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Lower Merryall assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lower Merryall communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lower Merryall, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
100%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
100%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
80%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
18%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Merryall assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Lower Merryall offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lower Merryall, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
100%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
60%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
80%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lower Merryall

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

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Maplewood at Danbury, Spring Village at Danbury and Brandywine Litchfield by Monarch are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lower Merryall, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 5 assisted living facilities near Lower Merryall, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Lower Merryall, Connecticut are Spring Village at Danbury and Benchmark at Ridgefield Crossings. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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