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77 Third Street , Stamford, CT, 06905
4.5
(31 reviews)
"In the beginning of 2018 we brought Mom, then age 87, to Stamford Atria from Florida so she would be close to family. Mom started in Assisted Living where we were very happy with the compassion and enthusiasm of the senior management and staff, the ..."
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22 Hospital Avenue, Danbury, CT, 06810
4.6
(26 reviews)
"Reaching the decision to place mom in memory care was emotionally challenging. We chose Maplewood at Danbury because of their expert staff, beautiful facility, and most importantly, their empathetic staff. Jennifer did an amazing job with guiding us ..."
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640 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT, 06877
"Regarding Ridgefield Crossings, Ridgefield, CT - Our family wishes to express our deepest gratitude for all the dedication, sacrifices, caring, and answering a call above and beyond duty. We have had assistance from every corner of their ..."
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62 Dogwood Drive, Shelton, CT, 06484
5.0
(16 reviews)
"I looked at this facility for my 91yr. Old mom who has dementia. I feel it is a perfect solution for her . The staff were engaged and genuinely caring of the residents. It was a warm and cozy home without a hint of the institutionalized feel but..."
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2750 Reservoir Ave, Trumbull, CT, 06611
"I like Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull. They had a lot of activities that they did with the people. The hallway was wider than other places. They had certain areas that were designed and one was like a wedding scene. I think one of the people that stay..."
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166 Mount Pleasant Road, Newtown, CT, 06470
4.0
(27 reviews)
"Rooms are very nice. There were many activities my mother participated in. She especially loved the outdoor garden area within the building, even in the colder months. The real reason this is a special place are the people who work there. All are ver..."
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6949 Main St, Trumbull, CT, 06611
4.8
(14 reviews)
" Monarch Communities offers senior living reimagined through five pillars: Mission driven design, holistic care, sustainability, diverse cu..."
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246A Federal Road, Brookfield, CT, 06804
4.4
(19 reviews)
"I went to The Village at Brookfield Common memory care, and we also saw some pieces of the assisted living area. They had a schedule of activities posted. They were restricted in terms of meal times, which concerned us. If my mom forgets to go to din..."
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251 Turn of River Road, Stamford, CT, 06905
4.3
(6 reviews)
"I went here and visited the memory care area. It was beautiful, very clean, and upscale. The staff was very nice and we had no complaints about it. They showed us around, showed us the menus and the food looked very good. The amenities were very nice..."
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46 Stony Hill Road, Bethel, CT, 06801
4.4
(20 reviews)
"My husband moved into Maplewood at Stony Hill. I'm not there enough because it's so far away from me. It takes me two hours to get there. My husband has private care there right now, and they're not the ones taking care of that. The facility is excel..."
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708A Bridgeport Avenue, Shelton, CT, 06484
4.4
(17 reviews)
"Benchmark at Split Rock was very nice. The lady we talked to was excellent and very informative. We looked at both assisted living and memory care. Everything seemed good. They sent us home with some sandwiches, and they tasted fine...."
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599 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT, 06820
4.4
(14 reviews)
"Maplewood at Darien has much to offer residents and families - from the stunning, light-drenched two-story atrium to the ultra-attentive c..."
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59 Roxbury Road, Stamford, CT, 06902
4.0
(18 reviews)
"I visited the memory care area of Brighton Gardens of Stamford and it was very nice. It almost had a New England kind of bed and breakfast cottage look about it. It looked very comforting and relaxing...."
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6911 Main Street, Stratford, CT, 06614
4.5
(11 reviews)
"In looking for a home for my sister who needs memory care, my son and I interviewed eleven facilities in four states in the Northeast. We visited the six that seemed most promising. The first visit was to Spring Village in Stratford, and we walked ..."
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96 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT, 06897
4.4
(12 reviews)
"I like Brookdale Wilton very much. It's older, but it's very nice and very well cared for. They have nice spaces, and the room that they showed us was fine. It is definitely on our list. The staff who gave me the tour was very nice, very informative,..."
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2415 Reservoir Avenue, Trumbull, CT, 06611
4.4
(11 reviews)
"My mom is in Bridges by EPOCH at Trumbull. It's all excellent. We were very impressed. It's very clean. They have a lot of programs that deal with memory care. The food is excellent. I give it two thumbs up. My mom likes listening to music. She's got..."
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73 Strawberry Hill Avenue, Norwalk, CT, 06855
4.2
(13 reviews)
"My mom moved to Maplewood at Strawberry Hill's memory care, and it's so nice. I liked everything, I just didn't like the price. The people are good and the facilities are nice, but it was getting pricey. They have different activities and memory care..."
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1571 Stratfield Rd., Fairfield, CT, 06825
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I liked Sunrise of Fairfield quite a lot. It was not very crowded, I think the population was a little bit low right now, so there's a lot of space. The staff there was super friendly and welcoming, I liked them quite a bit. It's a pretty new buildin..."
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757 Long Hill Ave, Shelton, CT, 06907
5.0
(4 reviews)
"The name of the establishment says it all. Just Like Home! I am so happy with the wonderful staff the accommodations for my mother.The ratio of residents to aids is small and you get to know all the residents and their family members . I feel that th..."
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435 Danbury Rd, Wilton, CT, 06897
4.5
(8 reviews)
"Nestled in the very heart of Fairfield County, The Greens at Cannondale is the area’s premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community. For..."
READ MORELocated in the southwestern corner of Connecticut, Fairfield County is home to around 950,000 residents, 15.5 percent of whom are aged 65 and older. Across the state, 75,000 seniors have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, resulting in a growing need for specialized care options. In Connecticut, treatment for dementia can be accessed at memory care facilities, known as Alzheimer's Special Care Units (SCUs), 22 of which are available throughout the county.
Memory Care costs in Fairfield County start around $7,889 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Fairfield County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Bronx County
$12,597
Westchester County
$9,800
Rockland County
$8,760
Fairfield County
$7,889
New Haven County
$6,102
Litchfield County
$5,755
US
$5,694
Dutchess County
$4,000
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Connecticut page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Connecticut page.
Fairfield County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Fairfield County, please visit our Memory Care in Connecticut page.
Fairfield County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Connecticut are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Connecticut page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Memory Care
Cynthia
5.0
Review of Maplewood at Stony Hill
My husband moved into Maplewood at Stony Hill. I'm not there enough because it's so far away from me. It takes me two hours to get there. My husband has private care there right now, and they're...
Provider response
Dear Cynthia, Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with Maplewood at Stony Hill! We're thrilled to hear that you find our community excellent and appreciate the various activities...
Memory Care
Mike.111
5.0
Review of Maplewood at Stony Hill
My father moved into Maplewood at Stony Hill. It's very clean. There is a smell there, but that can't be helped. They seemed to be on top of things. They were able to straighten up my father's...
Provider response
Dear Mike, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that your father is settling in well at Maplewood at Stony Hill and that our team has been responsive to his needs....
Memory Care
Michael
4.0
Review of Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull
My wife has moved into Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull. It seemed like a nice place, the people seemed nice, and so we put her there. It's very well decorated, all rugs, and so forth. They have a...
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