
Keystone Place at Newbury Brook
1058 Litchfield Street, Torrington, CT, 06790
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Welcome to Keystone Place at Newbury Brook an Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. “Imagine a senior living community wh..."
READ MOREAccording to reports from the Alzheimer’s Association, 6.7 million people in the United States age 65 and up have dementia. This number is expected to grow to nearly 13 million by the year 2050. Statistics show that the cause of death for one in three seniors is due to Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Data from the CDC for Torrington, CT specifies that Alzheimer’s deaths have decreased from 107 to 78 annually between the years 2016 and 2020. However, total deaths increased by 20.48% during this same time period. As Torrington’s population of 35, 357 comprises 19.1% senior citizens, options for high-quality dementia care are necessary.
Memory care facilities provide specialized services to people that have cognitive disorders. Residents receive 24-hour care that includes help with their daily routine activities such as bathing, dressing and grooming. Memory care also includes a variety of therapies and activities to address brain health and provide enrichment in a safe and secure environment where residents have the opportunity to socialize.
This guide provides information about long-term care options and costs for seniors. Included are the benefits and drawbacks of living in the Torrington area, plus helpful resources that offer support.
1058 Litchfield Street, Torrington, CT, 06790
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Welcome to Keystone Place at Newbury Brook an Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. “Imagine a senior living community wh..."
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4.8
(4 reviews)
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4.3
(28 reviews)
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4.4
(9 reviews)
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3.8
(12 reviews)
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4.3
(7 reviews)
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4.8
(17 reviews)
"My mother was a resident in Reflections at Brandywine Living at Litchfield for the last three years. We were really happy with her care and the caring community that Brandywine provided for her. In the three years she lived at Brandywine, we got..."
READ MORELicensing and oversight for memory care and other long-term care facilities in Torrington and the entire state of Connecticut are done by The Department of Public Health. Regular inspections ensure that facilities maintain quality standards and remain in compliance with all regulations and guidelines.
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
The average monthly rate for memory care in Torrington is $6,531.
Memory care costs in Torrington are $906 per month more expensive than the reported national average and $120 higher than the Connecticut state average. Many cities in Connecticut have similar costs, such as New Haven at $6,360. Residents in the Bridgeport area can expect to pay about $1,310 more than those in Torrington, while Norwich has one of the state’s lowest memory care rates at $5,375 per month.
Torrington
$6,531
Connecticut
$6,411
The United States
$5,625
Bridgeport
$7,841
Hartford
$6,531
New Haven
$6,360
Norwich
$5,375
Senior residents that require care have several options with varying price ranges. Those that don’t need the specialized services offered with memory care can opt for an assisted living facility for $5,225 a month. The most affordable option is adult day health care at a rate of $1,896 per month. Seniors that prefer to stay in their own homes and don’t need 24/7 skilled care can get in-home services for $5,329 each month. The most expensive choice is skilled nursing care at a nursing home facility. A semiprivate room has a median monthly cost of $13,247.
Memory Care
$6,531
In-Home Care
$5,329
Home Health Care
$5,577
Adult Day Health Care
$1,896
Assisted Living Facility
$5,225
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$13,247
Note: Data for Torrington was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Hartford, was used instead.
In Torrington there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit 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.
People living with Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive disorders require support from the correct programs and resources to improve their quality of life. The following organizations offer help to individuals and their families to connect with benefits such as health care and screenings, legal assistance and educational tools.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging | (800) 994-9422 | The Area Agency on Aging is a useful resource center for aging and disabled people along with their families. It connects Torrington residents with programs to access health care, meals, chore services and more. |
Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter | (800) 272-3900 | The Alzheimer’s Association is a leader in dementia research and provides educational resources about dementia stages, behaviors and options for care. It also gives information on how to foster brain health through lifestyle choices such as a healthy diet and exercise. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (860) 424-5200 | Seniors that reside in long-term care facilities have the right to get help to address their concerns and problems through the Ombudsman Program. Volunteers advocate for the rights of residents, ensure a high standard of care is provided and improve communication between residents, care facilities and other concerned parties. |
Department of Veterans Affairs | (860) 616-3600 | Torrington's veterans can access a variety of benefits and support through the local Veterans Affairs office. Common services include help determining eligibility for local, state and federal benefits, legal assistance, medical screenings and housing assistance. |
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America | (866) 232-8484 | Alzheimer’s patients and their families can find a host of support resources at the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Memory screenings and tests, caregiver resources, support groups, facts and tips, plus upcoming community events are just some of what this organization offers. |
Torrington Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Connecticut are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Connecticut page for more information about these laws.