19 Memory Care Facilities near Trumbull, CT
There are 19 Memory Care Facilities in the Trumbull area, with 2 in Trumbull and 17 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Trumbull is $6,337 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,825. Cheaper nearby regions include Stratford with an average starting cost of $4,300.
To help you with your search, browse the 7 reviews below for memory care facilities in Trumbull. On average, consumers rate memory care in Trumbull 4.7 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Norwalk with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Trumbull, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in Trumbull, CT
Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull
Bridges by EPOCH at Trumbull
Carriage Green at Milford
Benchmark at Split Rock
Maplewood at Newtown
Brookdale Wilton
The Greens at Cannondale
Maplewood at Orange
Spring Village at Stratford
Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
Maplewood at Southport
Coachman Square at Woodbridge
Brightview on New Canaan
Sunrise of Wilton
Sunrise of Fairfield
Sturges Ridge of Fairfield
Bishop Wicke Health & Rehabilitation ...
Church Hill Village
What to Consider About Memory Care in Trumbull
The town of Trumbull, Connecticut is located in Fairfield County on the Long Island Sound, just 50 miles northeast of New York City. Roughly 18.5 percent of the town's 36,000 residents are aged 65 and older, and in the state of Connecticut alone, over 75,000 seniors have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. To serve this growing segment of the population, there are a total of 16 memory care facilities, known in Connecticut as Alzheimer's special care units (SCUs) or programs, in Trumbull and nearby communities across the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk metropolitan area. As required by the state's Department of Public Health, these facilities are all specially licensed to provide specialized care or services for people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
The overall cost of living in Trumbull is 46.1 percent higher than the U.S. average, which may be important for seniors that have Alzheimer's and other types of dementia to consider with associated Medicaid costs on the rise.
The New England area is known for being safe and secure, making it an appealing choice for seniors living on their own in a memory care facility. On a scale from one to 100, with 100 being high crime, Trumball scores a 25.2 in terms of violent crime and 23.1 for property crime. In fact, the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk metropolitan area is ranked number two as the best medium-sized cities for crime in America, second only to the neighboring area of Danbury, Connecticut.
The overall air quality in Trumbull only receives a 63 out of a possible 100, and according to the American Lung Association, the area has a high amount of ozone pollution, scoring an F rating. This may be a concern for seniors with respiratory conditions.
Just a short drive from Trumball, Bridgeport is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as the Bridgeport Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. The facility has received national recognition for its work in geriatrics, specifically in providing specialized care for seniors with behavioral and cognitive disabilities, and in 2018, its Geriatric and Palliative Care team was given the International Empathy Amplified Award.
Paying for Memory Care in Trumbull
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Connecticut
Memory Care costs in Trumbull start around $6,337 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,964 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Trumbull 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.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Trumbull
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Connecticut page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Connecticut page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Trumbull
Trumbull 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 Trumbull, please visit our Memory Care in Connecticut page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Trumbull
Trumbull-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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Trumbull
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Review of Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull
Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull is fine in all aspects. It's attractive and fabulous. I give the workers a compliment every time I see them. They are doing a wonderful job. The staff is warm and frie... Read more
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Review of Bridges by EPOCH at Trumbull
There are many good things about Bridges and there really are some fantastic people that work there. For the most part they keep residents engaged and encourage them to do activities. The food se... Read more
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Review of Bridges by EPOCH at Trumbull
My mother is at Bridges. The staff seems very involved, they know all the clients' first names. I think they have a total of 72 beds, so it's a smaller community. It's a pretty new facility, just t... Read more
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