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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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77 reviews
9.7
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77 reviews
5 star
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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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Photo of Ridgefield Station
1414 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.7
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21 reviews
8.7
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21 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
24%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
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Although everything has been great, it is quite expensive and was recently notified of an increase. The facility is very nice and very clean. Staff is wonderful and quite friendly/helpful!
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 all-new Ridgefield Station offers local seniors service-enriched Independent and Assisted Living and a residential Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences,...
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Photo of Spring Village at Danbury
2828 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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76 reviews
9.9
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76 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
18%
3 star
4%
2 star
1%
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3%
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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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Photo of Maplewood at DanburyCommunity card badge
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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84 reviews
9.8
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84 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
27%
3 star
5%
2 star
1%
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2%
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They welcomed my Mom with open arms and have helped our family out with good communication. She is starting to adjust to her new place and is coming out of her shell. Everyone here has been great to deal...
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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1616 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.6
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56 reviews
9.6
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56 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
20%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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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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Photo of Sunrise of Wilton
2020 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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8 reviews
8.9
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8 reviews
5 star
87%
4 star
13%
3 star
0%
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0%
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My wife and I are very happy here at Sunrise Wilton. The staff make it. They know each resident, and they go out of the way to be certain your needs—and wants—are met. My wife has special health...
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.
Located in western Connecticut’s beautiful Norwalk River Valley, just 55 miles from New York City, Sunrise of Wilton provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our ideal location in Fairfield County off...
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Photo of Keystone Place at Wooster Heights
1010 Photos available
7.5
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7 reviews
7.5
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7 reviews
5 star
14%
4 star
58%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
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14%
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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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5 star
66%
4 star
17%
3 star
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1 star
17%
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Our hope was always that our Mom, age 95, would be able to remain living with family for her whole life. After 3 hospitalizations in a 7 week time frame, we could no longer provide the skilled nursing care...
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.
Meadow Ridge is a continuing care retirement community located in Redding, CT. Our community includes Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, 24-hour Skilled Nursing services and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a distinctivelifestyle on our campus nestled among 136 acres of...
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5 star
76%
4 star
4%
3 star
16%
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We chose The Greens because they did paperwork to put a lean on her home until it was sold so they were very accommodating with that whole process. The room sizes at the facility are very nice, perfect for...
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.
At The Greens At Cannondale, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care,...
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Photo of The Cascades Assisted Living
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1.0
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5 reviews
1.0
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5 reviews
5 star
20%
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Ridgefield, CT

The average cost of senior living in Ridgefield is $7,590 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stamford, CT with an average of $7,013 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ridgefield, CT vs. nearby cities

Ridgefield, CT
$7,590/mo
$7,276/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ridgefield, CT vs. the state and national average

Ridgefield, CT
$7,590/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ridgefield vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,590/mo
$7,590/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ridgefield, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$6,323/mo
Studio
$7,353/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,039/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,670/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ridgefield over time

Ridgefield, CTCT stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ridgefield, CT

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Ridgefield.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ridgefield

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ridgefield

Maplewood at Danbury

4.3
What our family likes the most about Maplewood at Danbury is that they reach out to us and keep us informed of concerns/issues as well as positive news about my parent's adaptation to their new environment and social activity.

The Chelsea at Greenburgh

4.9
My mom is currently a resident at The Chelsea at Greenburgh and everything has been great for her so far. I would recommend The Chelsea to others.

The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC in Bridgeport, CT

5.0
My mom moved into assisted living at the Watermark after nearly 60 years living in her home, the last 36 years by herself. While it was a major life event for my mom, the Watermark made it an exceptionally smooth transition. They arranged and paid for the move, the movers were efficient and ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the friendliness and kindness of both staff and residents at Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings and Maplewood at Stony Hill. Residents are described as forming strong bonds with each other and the staff, creating a sense of family and belonging.
Professional and effective communication. Numerous reviews mention the clear and ongoing communication between staff and families at Maplewood at Danbury, Spring Village at Danbury, and Maplewood at Stony Hill. Residents and their loved ones are updated regularly on any concerns or changes to ensure everyone is informed.
Quality care and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews praise the individualized care and support provided by staff at Maplewood at Danbury, Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings, and Ridgefield Station. Staff are described as being attentive to residents' needs and making accommodations to enhance their quality of l ...
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Variety of activities and amenities. Many reviews mention the range of activities and offerings at communities such as Ridgefield Station, Maplewood at Danbury, and Maplewood at Stony Hill. From social events and crafts to fitness classes and educational opportunities, there is something for every resident to enjoy.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews for Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings and Ridgefield Station highlight the cleanliness and spaciousness of the living quarters, with some noting the attention to detail in room decoration and overall design.
High-quality dining experiences. Several reviews commend the culinary offerings at communities such as Maplewood at Danbury, Maplewood at Stony Hill, and Keystone Place at Wooster Heights, with residents expressing satisfaction with the taste and variety of meals.
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Ridgefield review score based on 101 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 101 reviews of 10 Ridgefield assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ridgefield review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Ridgefield review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Ridgefield, CT10 facilities
7.7
Danbury, CT15 facilities
8.7
Wilton Center, CT23 facilities

Review subcategories for Ridgefield assisted living

When assisted living 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 101 reviews of 10 Ridgefield assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ridgefield resident and family assisted living 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.
Ridgefield, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Ridgefield assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridgefield assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ridgefield that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ridgefield, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
90%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
90%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
44.2%
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 Ridgefield assisted living

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 Ridgefield Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ridgefield, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
90%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
60%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ridgefield assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ridgefield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ridgefield, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Ridgefield assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ridgefield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ridgefield, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
60%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ridgefield assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ridgefield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ridgefield, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
90%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
50%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ridgefield

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Connecticut assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ridgefield protect seniors.

Learn about Connecticut Assisted Living regulations

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Spring Village at Stratford, Yorktown Assisted Living Residence and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ridgefield, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 10 assisted living facilities near Ridgefield, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Ridgefield, Connecticut are Spring Village at Stratford, Yorktown Assisted Living Residence and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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