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If your loved one needs memory care in Candlewood Knolls, A Place for Mom can help. With 12 memory care facilities in Candlewood Knolls, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Stamford, Cranbury and Long Ridge.
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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88 reviews
9.9
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The staff at Maplewood was very attentive and caring. My aunt had many issues with her uncontrolled diabetes, but the nurses were on top of it and the staff did their best to get her involved in activities....
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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2828 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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80 reviews
9.8
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80 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
19%
3 star
5%
2 star
1%
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Thank you to [name removed] and her entire team for being so amazing to my mom and family. You are stellar and it trickles down from you to your entire staff. Everyone has gone above and beyond for my mom...
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 Danbury is a boutique, affordable assisted living community specializing in enhanced care, located in the heart of Danbury, CT. We offer a safe option for people who wish to live independently with minimal assistance and for those who need an individualized approach to care. We...
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1616 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.5
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59 reviews
9.5
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59 reviews
5 star
72%
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19%
3 star
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Overall, our experience at Maplewood at Stony Hill has been good. I feel like they generally care about the people staying there. The place looks good and is well cared for and they do a nice job keeping...
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 Stony Hill in Bethel is the only assisted living community in Northern Fairfield County that is fully dedicated to those living with Alzheimer's and dementia. Memory care is our singular focus. Maplewood at Stony Hill is an innovative, purposefully built assisted living and memory...
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1919 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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78 reviews
9.1
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78 reviews
5 star
74%
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12%
3 star
6%
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Facility offers many activities, food is excellent, very clean, aides very helpful, transportation to Church. I would absolutely recommend Maplewood at Newtown to others!
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 Newtown has much to offer residents and families -- from the sunlit lobby and resort-style couryard to the helpful concierge service and family-friendly country store. Thoughtfully laid-out apartments, designed specifically for older adults, are beautifully appointed and feature...
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99 Photos available
8.9
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3 reviews
8.9
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3 reviews
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The environment is clean and presents like a resort! The staff are caring and love your loved ones when you aren’t there to. A variety of activities in and outside of the facility are offered. I highly...
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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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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42 reviews
8.9
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42 reviews
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50%
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36%
3 star
10%
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For the Village at Brookfield Common , I would give all 5s. And if it went up to 10 I would give that for all. My mother is in the memory care floor, which is great, and I would recommend it to anyone who...
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.
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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2121 Photos available
7.2
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9 reviews
7.2
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9 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
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I give them 5 out of 5 on every item. We're thrilled with them. My dad is still unhappy and having trouble adjusting, but that's more of an emotional issue. Yes, we would absolutely recommend this...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
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1010 Photos available
7.1
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7 reviews
7.1
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7 reviews
5 star
14%
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58%
3 star
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The overall experience is above fair. Quality of dining is an ongoing disappointing experience, staff are excellent, but scarce, there appears to be a strong disconnect between the administration and the...
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.
Keystone Place at Wooster Heights is an aging in place Senior community in Danbury, CT. As one of Danbury's newest community we offer Independant, Assisted and Memory Care apartments. Our Independent apartments have large kitchens complete with stove, refrigerator and large cabinets with quartz...
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1.0
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5 reviews
1.0
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5 reviews
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Great staff and good food. Actually gained weight.
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.
Can you please add in a link to our virtual tour somewhere? It is located here: https://youtu.be/ZgPRyT3LfAM
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22 Photos available
2.0
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23 reviews
2.0
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23 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
22%
3 star
17%
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17%
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We chose The Plaza at Clover Lake because the location was very convenient for visiting and the facility itself is very beautiful. All of the staff and residents have been very friendly and everyone looks...
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.
Plaza at Clover Lake is an assisted living community located in Carmel, NY. The city of Carmel is located in Putnam County and home to just over 34,000 people. Carmel is a small waterfront community with a golf course, library, shops and restaurants, where residents can go out for lunch, go...
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Photo of Church Hill Village
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
6.0
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16 reviews
6.0
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16 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
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3 star
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I love the independence and the fact that I can be friends with everyone. I have a lot of friends here. Everyone is kind, friendly and talkative. I couldn't ask for better.
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.
Newtown seniors and their families can discover a vibrant, refreshing option for upscale senior living in Church Hill Village. This community is built with modern seniors in mind, creating the active, social atmosphere they need to thrive. Our community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care to...
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66 Photos available
8.5
Review score
0 reviews
I'm still transitioning and adjusting but the community is great and I like it here. I am very happy
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.

Cost of memory care in Candlewood Knolls, CT

The average cost of senior living in Candlewood Knolls is $6,865 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stamford, CT with an average of $7,058 per month.

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

Candlewood Knolls, CT
$6,865/mo
$7,326/mo

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

Candlewood Knolls, CT
$6,865/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,865/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,438/mo
Studio
$6,699/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,105/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,357/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Candlewood Knolls over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Candlewood Knolls

Recent reviews for memory care in Candlewood Knolls

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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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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Candlewood Knolls review score based on 93 family reviews

7.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 93 reviews of 12 Candlewood Knolls memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Candlewood Knolls 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

Candlewood Knolls review score compared against nearby cities

7.3
Candlewood Knolls, CT12 facilities
7.6
Danbury, CT15 facilities
8.9

Review subcategories for Candlewood Knolls 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 93 reviews of 12 Candlewood Knolls memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Candlewood Knolls 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Candlewood Knolls memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Candlewood Knolls memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Candlewood Knolls, 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 Candlewood Knolls 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 Candlewood Knolls that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Candlewood Knolls, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
91.7%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
62.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Candlewood Knolls 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 Candlewood Knolls Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Candlewood Knolls, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
75%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
41.7%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Candlewood Knolls 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 Candlewood Knolls partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Candlewood Knolls, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Candlewood Knolls 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 Candlewood Knolls communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Candlewood Knolls, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
91.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
91.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
91.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Candlewood Knolls 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 Candlewood Knolls offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Candlewood Knolls, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
91.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
91.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
91.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
91.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
91.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
91.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
91.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
91.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
91.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Stratford, The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC and Maplewood at Danbury are the top-rated memory care facilities near Candlewood Knolls, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 12 memory care facilities near Candlewood Knolls, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Candlewood Knolls, Connecticut are The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC, Spring Village at Danbury and The Country House in Westchester. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 12 memory care facilities near you in Candlewood Knolls, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Candlewood Knolls, 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 Candlewood Knolls, 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 Candlewood Knolls, Connecticut ranges from $2300 to $14400. The average Memory Care cost in Candlewood Knolls, Connecticut is $6,865. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Candlewood Knolls, Connecticut typically starts at $2300. 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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