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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Waterford, CT

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If your loved one needs memory care in Waterford, A Place for Mom can help. With 8 memory care facilities in Waterford, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Waterford incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Waterford memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Waterford, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Occum, Taftville and Yantic.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Westerly, Essex and Madison.

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Photo of Atria Crossroads Place
1414 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.9
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72 reviews
8.9
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72 reviews
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20%
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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.
Exciting NEW enhancements are now complete at Atria Crossroads Place! Extensive renovations include refurbished common spaces, an upgraded salon, a modern bistro, redesigned restaurant and private dining room with outdoor canopy, library, custom fitness center, additional outdoor green space and...
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9.8
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26 reviews
9.8
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26 reviews
5 star
77%
4 star
15%
3 star
4%
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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!Elmbrook Village at Bozrah opened in September 2019. Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Elmbrook Village was designed to maximize the amount of natural light available and has 115 apartments with a variety of styles. We have some of the largest...
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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35 reviews
9.2
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35 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
31%
3 star
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Professional, courteous, attentive to detail, patient. A top notch facility focused on caring for the whole person - physically, mentally, emotionally, nutritionally. My parents are in their care and I can...
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.
Overlooking downtown Mystic Connecticut, Academy Point is a thoughtful, historic renovation of the former Mystic Academy. Much of the original building has been preserved to offer an environment rich in local history and fond memories. As an assisted living community, Academy point provides its...
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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.
Habor Side Care Home is located in the heart of Mystic, CT in a beautiful harbor setting. This boutique assisted living facility is nestled in the historical district of Mystic. This twenty-five-bed facility offers five private rooms and ten semi-private rooms, offering assisted living services...
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
6.8
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33 reviews
6.8
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33 reviews
5 star
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Crescent point is awesome. My mother who is beyond picky, really loves the staff and the place. I cant say how much this place is wonderful! They even allow her old cat which has made a huge difference.
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.
Exceptional assisted living services in a residential living environment is the cornerstone of Crescent Point at Niantic. Crescent Point captures the spirit of village convenience and accessibility while embracing the neighborhood feel of a front porch and good friends. While the environment is...
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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.
Groton Regency Retirement, a Senior Living Community, is located along side Groton Regency Center, a skilled nursing facility. Active seniors can enjoy a fun, dynamic lifestyle at Groton Regency Retirement. Our lively community supports each resident's independence, while also offering...
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Cost of memory care in Waterford, CT

The average cost of senior living in Waterford is $5,633 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Danielson, CT with an average of $4,754 per month.

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

Waterford, CT
$5,633/mo

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

Waterford, CT
$5,633/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,633/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,286/mo
Studio
$6,177/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,925/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,763/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Waterford over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Waterford

Recent reviews for memory care in Waterford

StoneRidge Senior Care LLC dba StoneRidge in Mystic, CT

4.9
I was getting stale after 23 years of retirement but very active volunteer work. We are in our early 80s ans in good health, but it was time to move into a CCC. SoneRidge has been excellent - staff, fellow residents, attractive apartment, great good and numerous activities. Presentations, music, ...
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Ocean Meadow Memory Care in Clinton, CT

5.0
They have been great. It is a smaller facility so it feels much homier. The staff seems to be very in tune with all of the residents there. They get really personalized care, we really could not be happier. I looked at 4 different places and this one was by far the best and the least the ...
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HarborChase of Madison

4.5
As a resident of the Hearth Tuxis Pond, I would like to focus on the what is critical for me. Most important is their respect for me as an individual. The staff are supportive, and caring and willing to assist in any way.

Waterford review score based on 35 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 8 Waterford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waterford 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

Waterford review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Waterford, CT8 facilities
8.7
New London, CT10 facilities

Review subcategories for Waterford 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 35 reviews of 8 Waterford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Waterford 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.
Waterford, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.6
4.0
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Waterford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterford, 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 Waterford 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 Waterford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waterford, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waterford 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 Waterford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waterford, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
71.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waterford 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 Waterford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterford, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterford 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 Waterford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waterford, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
62.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterford 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 Waterford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterford, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Elmbrook Village at Bozrah, HarborChase of Madison and Ocean Meadow Memory Care are the top-rated memory care facilities near Waterford, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 8 memory care facilities near Waterford, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Waterford, Connecticut is Elmbrook Village at Bozrah. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 8 memory care facilities near you in Waterford, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waterford, 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 Waterford, 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 Waterford, Connecticut ranges from $7 to $273400. The average Memory Care cost in Waterford, Connecticut is $5,633. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Waterford, Connecticut typically starts at $7. 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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