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10 Best Nursing Homes in Watertown, CT

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Watertown is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 30 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Watertown, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Watertown is about $11,206, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 125 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Watertown, CT

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Photo of The Ivy at Watertown
22 Photos available
9.9
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20 reviews
9.9
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20 reviews
5 star
85%
4 star
15%
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0%
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0%
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The staff are friendly and seem to take good care of the residents. I have heard complaints about the food. They have recently changed their Chef so it might be better. I don't have first hand experience...
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 The Village at East Farms
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.7
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36 reviews
9.7
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36 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
17%
3 star
6%
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0%
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My dad lived in Florida and I live in Connecticut and he developed dementia and I was traveling back-and-forth every 3 to 4 weeks for about six months. We tried to keep Dad in Florida, but with his dementia...
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 Brandywine 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 Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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Photo of Southmayd Home for Women
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9.4
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21 reviews
9.4
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21 reviews
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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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I would recommend them to anyone. She's been here before and I wanted her to go here again. Her attitude and everything is doing so much better. The staff is fabulous. They are very helpful and attentive....
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Waterbury Gardens delivers advanced post-acute care with a compassionate and individualized approach. It is our prerogative to help you recover, attain your goals, and succeed. Using our expert knowledge in all aspects of rehabilitative therapy, we are committed to creating and adhering to an...
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 Pleasant View Manor Inc
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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 nursing homes in Watertown, CT

The average cost of senior living in Watertown is $11,206 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $5,936 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watertown, CT vs. nearby cities

Watertown, CT
$11,206/mo
$10,908/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watertown, CT vs. the state and national average

Watertown, CT
$11,206/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watertown vs. other types of senior living

$11,755/mo
$11,755/mo
Nursing Homes
$11,206/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Watertown, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$4,765/mo
Studio
$6,163/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,618/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,048/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Watertown over time

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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 nursing homes in Watertown

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Watertown

The Residence at Ferry Park in Rocky Hill, CT

5.0
My aunt moved into ferry park a few months ago!!! We as a family are thrilled that she is engaged each day with fun activities and exercise classes! She has made some lovely new friends and we sleep better each night knowing a caring staff is there for her!

Brookdale Gables Farmington

4.0
They have a nice location, it is a bigger more active community. Care has been good, wish they offer a bit more of a personal touch, encourage my dad a bit more to do things and offer events that include the families. But my dad likes to keep to himself so....Overall we r happy with this ...
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Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

Watertown nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watertown nursing homes 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 nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes 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
44.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
66.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
66.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watertown nursing homes

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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watertown, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watertown nursing homes

Nursing homes 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
22.2%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Watertown nursing homes

Our nursing homes 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
44.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watertown nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Watertown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watertown, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Ivy at Watertown, Maplewood at Danbury and The Village at East Farms are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Watertown, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 30 nursing homes facilities near Watertown, Connecticut. See the full list.

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