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Memory care in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest is about $10,184 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 9 communities, read 206 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Monarch Southbury
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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We are in the early stages of this transition for our folks, so far we believe the staff there, aids and RN's alike have gone above and beyond for us. We are very Thankful and Grateful for how our parents...
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.
Monarch Southbury, formerly known as Motif by Monarch, is located in the Southbury area, which is full of natural beauty, and our community makes the most of Mother Nature's finest. Located on Main Street South in Southbury, Connecticut, Motif is set against rolling green hills, with several...
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Photo of East Hill
1818 Photos available
9.1
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The staff are truly amazing! The room sizes are very nice and comfortable with a large window where we were able to set up a chair and table. The activities are geared to the residents to keep them active...
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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22 Floor plans available
9.1
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The place is gorgeous. My 95 yr old mother in law had a stroke and went from hospital to short term rehab. We were looking for a place for her and your organization suggested the village. We talked several...
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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They were great with mom, but limited to what she needed, she needs 24hr care, I really thought they were a great fit, but mom needed more. The staff was great especially nurse [name removed], when she...
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.
ALL TOURS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH SOUTHMAYD HOME.
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99 Floor plans available
8.5
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21 reviews
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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.
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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, 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.
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It's a good place, and the people are friendly. I have been pleased with the place itself. I am not sure it's a good fit for my loved one.
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.
Marbridge Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut. Cheshire, which has been ranked among Money magazine's 100 best places to live, is known for its beautiful parks. Roaring Brook Park is a beloved destination for visitors and town...
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Cost of memory care in Hillcrest, CT

The average cost of senior living in Hillcrest is $10,184 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $5,965 per month.

Memory care costs in Hillcrest, CT, vs. nearby cities

Hillcrest, CT
$10,184/mo
$9,743/mo
$10,042/mo

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

Hillcrest, CT
$10,184/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

$10,095/mo
Memory Care
$10,184/mo

Memory care costs in Hillcrest, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,388/mo
Studio
$4,979/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,691/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,038/mo

Senior living costs in Hillcrest 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: Hillcrest, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHillcrest, CTConnecticutU.S.
Memory Care$10,184/mo$8,856/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$10,095/mo$8,772/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$6,834/mo$6,336/mo$4,164/mo
Memory Care
Hillcrest, CT:$10,184/mo
Connecticut:$8,856/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Hillcrest, CT:$10,095/mo
Connecticut:$8,772/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Hillcrest, CT:$6,834/mo
Connecticut:$6,336/mo
U.S.:$4,164/mo
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Memory care costs in Hillcrest, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Hillcrest 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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Memory care cost trends in Hillcrest, CT

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Hillcrest 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
Hillcrest, CT$7,888/mo$7,890/mo-0.0%
Connecticut$8,305/mo$8,009/mo+3.7%
National$6,119/mo$5,815/mo+5.2%
Hillcrest, CT
2024 average cost:$7,888/mo
2023 average cost:$7,890/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$8,305/mo
2023 average cost:$8,009/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,119/mo
2023 average cost:$5,815/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Hillcrest

Recent reviews for memory care in Hillcrest

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 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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Hillcrest review score based on 38 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 8 Hillcrest memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hillcrest 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

Hillcrest review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Hillcrest, CT8 facilities
8.5
Waterbury, CT11 facilities
8.7
Naugatuck, CT12 facilities

Review subcategories for Hillcrest 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 38 reviews of 8 Hillcrest memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Hillcrest 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.
Hillcrest, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.2
Friendliness
4.2
4.3
Care services
4.0
4.0
Staff
4.1
4.2
Meals & dining
4.0
3.9
Activities
3.9
3.8
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Hillcrest memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hillcrest memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hillcrest, 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 Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
69.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.5%
27.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hillcrest, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
44.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hillcrest, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
43.7%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
49.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
20.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
62.5%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hillcrest, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
32.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.5%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
52.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
38.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Hillcrest

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 Hillcrest protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Monarch Southbury, East Hill and The Village at East Farms are the top-rated memory care facilities near Hillcrest, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 9 memory care facilities near Hillcrest, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Hillcrest, Connecticut are 3030 Park, a CCRC, Spring Village at Danbury and Arden Courts Farmington, A Memory Care Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 9 memory care facilities near you in Hillcrest, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Hillcrest, 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 Hillcrest, 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 Hillcrest, Connecticut ranges from $300 to $273400. The average Memory Care cost in Hillcrest, Connecticut is $10,184. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Hillcrest, 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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