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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Canaan, CT

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If your loved one needs memory care in South Canaan, A Place for Mom can help. With 159 memory care facilities in South Canaan, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Farmington
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If I had to choose one word to describe Arden Courts, it would be "home". When I was visiting memory care facilities, I would have never imagined I would have found a place so similar to a home environment....
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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Beautiful well-maintained facilities and grounds. Friendly staff that are eager to make your stay comfortable. Price has increased nine percent in each of the last two years which will draw down savings...
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.
Farmington Station offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences, features 89 assisted...
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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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83 reviews
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I really like the staff and the outings they go on. I think it's pricey but I understand they're all pricey. Overall, we are very happy all around at Maplewood
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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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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77 reviews
9.8
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The staff was very kind. My mother passed away before my father and they were very supportive of my dad after mom's death. They had an any amazing way of checking on him without seeming intrusive. It's a...
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.
Residents of Ridgefield Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided for by a caring...
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9.7
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16 reviews
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Very friendly staff, very approachable. Only one meal per day covered in monthly "rent", but that keeps the cost down somewhat. I've only seen my dad's apartment, which is a studio. But it's bigger than...
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.
Arbors, a Nationally Accredited, Continuing Care Retirement Community in Manchester, Connecticut. Arbors offers Independent,Assisted and Continuing Care in a stress-free lifestyle with security, companionship, services and access to our award Health Care Center long term and rehab health care. At...
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99 Photos available
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I stopped by to visit a friend last week and was pleasantly surprised. The community is beautiful and everyone we interacted with was positive. The residents shared that they had a great night at the social...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Southwick Village is a 55+ retirement community, located in the historic town of Southwick, MA. Nestled on 46 acres of towering trees and nature in a park-like setting, close to golf courses, hiking trails and quaint town amenities. Our spacious one and two bedroom cottages have plenty of room...
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Photo of The Village at East Farms
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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38 reviews
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I would tell them to be aware that anything extra has a price. For a nurse to administer meds it costs extra. To have your meal in your room instead of the dining room it costs extra, that was some of the...
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 Spring Village at Danbury
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9.6
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Community is always happy! Staff and residents are treated well by all and it shows. My mom is always well cared for and clean.
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.
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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I love the staff, my Aunt is so happy there and we all are pleased with the support and communication. I would highly recommend.
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.
Located minutes from historic downtown Avon, our brand new community is nestled on beautiful farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.Our dining room offers "Anytime Dining" from 7am-7pm, a...
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1515 Floor plans available
9.6
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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 Maplewood at Stony HillCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.6
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56 reviews
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The decision to place a parent in a memory care assisted living is one of the hardest decisions a family can make. Maplewood at Stony Hill not only understands this, but exceeds expectations starting with...
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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My loved one moved from [community name removed] to Suffield and I think this place is great. This community is safe and friendly. I think Suffield has more activities and is bigger, but it is more...
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.
Suffield by the River offers everything you could possibly want in senior residential living: - Independent living in beautifully appointed, spacious apartments with a full array of services and amenities. - Assisted living services offering as little or as much assistance as needed. - River's...
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Photo of The Residence at Ferry ParkCommunity card badge
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I would give every category a 5 with two exceptions as a 4. Friendliness of staff because of comments my Mom has made about a couple of the nurses there. And Overall value for cost just because it wasn't 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.
Our assisted and memory care community is nestled on ten beautiful acres in Connecticut, providing a warm and inviting background for the perfect senior living experience. With spacious and comfortable accommodations that feel like home, events and activities that nourish that soul and...
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44 Floor plans available
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The staff are very and take exceptional care of my wife. My daughter and I know she is safe and comfortable. It is the right place for her, my whole family agrees too.
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 Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Avon
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[name removed], [name removed] and [name removed] were our 1st point of contact and have been steady support throughout moving my Dad to Arden Courts of Avon. All support staff has been great and very...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Farmington Valley, Arden Courts of Avon is a not-for-profit Assisted Living Community designed specifically and focused exclusively on providing memory care for person’s living with Alzheimer’s and related neuro cognitive disorders such as Lewy Body, Frontal Temporal and...
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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.
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Overall it was a good fit for [name removed]. We had some issues with staff who worked so much but the letter of their assignments sometimes it felt callous and at one point [name removed] said she needed to...
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!Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks is a residential senior living campus dedicated to providing independence, social interaction, and leisure activities for seniors looking for exceptional services and top notch...
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I love Ruth's house everyone nice, it was clean. And lots of activities all day!! My mom passed away and I still go volunteer there!
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.
In 2012, JGS will celebrate 100 years of caring for the elderly in our community. When JGS was first established, the founders made a promise to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services - based upon Jewish traditions and values - to those facing the challenges of aging. Jewish...
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9.4
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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.
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.
Minutes from shopping and entertainment, minutes from historical sites, Vassar Farm Ecological Preserve, is The Landing of Poughkeepsie assisted living community for Dutchess County’s independent-minded, senior adults.Our inclusive rent model includes dining, utilities, basic cable, and a...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge
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My loved one is currently a resident at Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge and overall everything has been great for her so far. The value for cost is reasonable. The food is pretty good and the 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.
Brookdale Woodbridge is an assisted living and memory care community in the upscale community of Woodbridge, Connecticut. Woodbridge is a historic city with a strong sense of heritage and is home to many of the faculty at nearby Yale University. As one of the wealthiest towns in the country,...
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88 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.3
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The staff is great. They take great care of the residents and some of them go above and beyond. The facility is a little run down in places but nothing excessive. It's just that the building has been there...
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.
Our progressive, award-winning community is ready and waiting to welcome you to your next home. Located in stunning Agawam, MA our community is the first stand-alone assisted living community in the country to be awarded the Step II Quality Award from the American Healthcare Association and...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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My mother has been a resident of split rock for a little over a year. She is considered an independent living with no personal aid care. She does get some minimal house keeping. I have had issues regarding...
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.
Set at the heart of it all, Benchmark at Split Rock welcomes you to connect — with friends, with nature, with your passions and your talents. Our brand new, state-of-the-art community will be a place where innovation and tradition meet.Nestled among the shops and restaurants at Split Rock, we are...
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Photo of The Village at South Farms
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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41 reviews
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I chose this community based on ratings, feedback from people in the business, and meeting the staff. My mother is in the memory care unit. The only negative I would say is that all of her toiletries are...
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 South Farms is a cozy 'country estate' with a panoramic valley view that our residents enjoy from the southern-style veranda overlooking its expansive lawns. Lavish gardens surround the community and provide the setting for shaded outdoor seating and walking areas. A terrace off...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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41 reviews
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We couldn’t be happier with our decision to put our loved one at Benchmark Hamden everyone is great. Loving staff that truly care about every aspect of their residents wellbeing. Only regret is not learning...
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.
Maple Woods at Hamden is located south of Sleeping Giant State Park on a hilltop overlooking the town center of Hamden, CT. This community boasts skyline views of New Haven and picturesque views of Long Island Sound. We are convenient to shops, cultural, and business attractions. Our superb...
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9.3
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21 reviews
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I would recommend them. They have a good community. We picked this community because, she liked it better. The other places were a little stuffy. The staff are very friendly and courteous.
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 award-winning Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place provides traditional Assisted Living and Memory Care. Located on a scenic hillside in Pittsfield, the Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place features bright and spacious common areas, beautiful landscaping and breathtaking views. It’s a...
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Cost of memory care in South Canaan, CT

The average cost of senior living in South Canaan is $9,065 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $5,846 per month.

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

South Canaan, CT
$9,065/mo
$8,708/mo

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

South Canaan, CT
$9,065/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$9,065/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,557/mo
Studio
$5,982/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,257/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,150/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,145/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in South Canaan over time

South Canaan, CTCT stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in South Canaan

Recent reviews for memory care in South Canaan

Brookdale West Hartford

4.5
We chose Brookdale West Hartford because I knew the sales rep. We needed to make a quick move and they were amenable to everything we requested and it is was in a good location as well. The staff are very accommodating. The sales staff, nurses, activity director, CNA's - everybody. My only ...
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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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South Canaan review score based on 728 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 728 reviews of 159 South Canaan memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Canaan 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

South Canaan review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
South Canaan, CT159 facilities
8.1
Torrington, CT205 facilities
8.3
Bantam, CT218 facilities

Review subcategories for South Canaan 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 728 reviews of 159 South Canaan memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Canaan 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.
South Canaan, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

South Canaan memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Canaan memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Canaan, 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 South Canaan 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 South Canaan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Canaan, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.2%
73.5%
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 South Canaan 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 South Canaan Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Canaan, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.2%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.9%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.1%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.4%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Canaan 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 South Canaan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Canaan, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.1%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
52.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.1%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.5%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in South Canaan 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 South Canaan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Canaan, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Canaan 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 South Canaan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Canaan, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.2%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.3%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.4%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
63.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
44%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 159 memory care facilities near South Canaan, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in South Canaan, Connecticut are Maplewood at Danbury, Arbors of Hop Brook and Southwick Village. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 159 memory care facilities near you in South Canaan, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Canaan, 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 South Canaan, 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 South Canaan, Connecticut ranges from $7 to $273400. The average Memory Care cost in South Canaan, Connecticut is $9,065. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in South Canaan, 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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