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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Barkhamsted, CT

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If your loved one needs memory care in Barkhamsted, A Place for Mom can help. With 9 memory care facilities in Barkhamsted, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Avon
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My dad is calm and happy and well taken care of at Arden Courts. Everyone is kind and caring and we would recommend Arden Courts to other families based on the experience we have had.
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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Bright and clean, friendly staff, responsive when you have questions. Some exceptional people here, for the very difficult job. Many activities and encouragement to partake.
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.
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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At this point we would give 4 stars. The Care is good. The Food is good. The Activities are very good. We wish they would clean her room more often, but not a huge deal. But, overall entire facility,...
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.
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We are conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the...
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Every staff member is so nice, friendly and helpful. The place looks beautiful as it's been newly renovated. Everything is brand new, new carpets, paint on the walls, furniture in the common areas and new...
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.
Quality Care and Peace of MindIf you want to exchange the humdrum senior living experience for one that offers you personalized care plans, a warm and welcoming atmosphere with resort-like amenities and endless opportunities to engage in activities, programs and events, look no further. Our...
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The memory care is newly remodeled and the staff are wonderful. The room was freshly carpeted and clean. The only complaint is sometimes it's hard to get access to the memory care floor as a visitor if 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 Cottage at Litchfield Hills, located in the heart of Litchfield County close to Routes 8 and 202, is owned by New England-based Northbridge Communities and their first property in Connecticut and 18th Senior Living Community.The Cottage offers all of the benefits of community living -...
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It was very homey and everyone was very friendly. I saw other places that were very impressive, opulent almost, but they didn't feel like home. Also, the apartments are really spacious, well appointed and...
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.
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All the caregivers treated us like family! We needed to move in fast and EVERYONE was there for us. You really can tell the staff love their work and have fun working together as a team Whether it was...
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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Mclean has closed a few times due to Covid concerns. This is why the overall experience is a 4. My father says that the food that is served is good, but not great. It is a caring environment that provides...
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 McLean includes 15 barrier-free cottages, 48 large, spacious apartments plus a neighborhood of 13 villas . We are under construction of a beautiful new apartment building that will have 55 one & two bedroom apartments. Some will have balconies and fireplaces. Amenities will be...
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So far it's been really great for [name removed] They understand his needs and treat him with great care and respect. I would recommend to others.
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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Cost of memory care in Barkhamsted, CT

The average cost of senior living in Barkhamsted is $8,819 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bristol, CT with an average of $8,574 per month.

Memory care costs in Barkhamsted, CT, vs. state and national averages

Barkhamsted, CT
$8,819/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

Memory care costs in Barkhamsted, CT, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$8,819/mo

Memory care costs in Barkhamsted, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,266/mo
Studio
$8,692/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,254/mo

Senior living costs in Barkhamsted vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Barkhamsted, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarkhamsted, CTConnecticutU.S.
Memory Care$8,819/mo$9,491/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$7,904/mo$8,134/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$4,858/mo$4,238/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
Barkhamsted, CT:$8,819/mo
Connecticut:$9,491/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
Barkhamsted, CT:$7,904/mo
Connecticut:$8,134/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
Barkhamsted, CT:$4,858/mo
Connecticut:$4,238/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Memory care costs in Barkhamsted, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Barkhamsted and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Barkhamsted, CTCT stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Barkhamsted, CT

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Barkhamsted have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Barkhamsted, CT$7,860/mo$7,969/mo-1.4%
Connecticut$8,107/mo$7,875/mo+3.0%
National$6,099/mo$5,982/mo+2.0%
Barkhamsted, CT
2024 average cost:$7,860/mo
2023 average cost:$7,969/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$8,107/mo
2023 average cost:$7,875/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,099/mo
2023 average cost:$5,982/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Barkhamsted

Recent reviews for memory care in Barkhamsted

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

Prosper at Monastery Height in West Springfield, MA

5.0
I would highly recommend this community. They have activities like baking, art projects, they take them out to lunches, when the weather is nicer they go outside and also musical entertainment to keep the residents busy in the community. The staff I am very comfortable with taking care of my ...
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The Ivy at Watertown

4.5
This is a brand new community. There is a exercise classes for the residents currently. They also have other activities for the residents to choose from. They have a grill area for summer time use. The Ivy is allowing visits indoors. If the community has a positive COVID test, then ...
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Barkhamsted memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barkhamsted memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barkhamsted, 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 Barkhamsted 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 Barkhamsted that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
74.4%
56.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.3%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.6%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.4%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.4%
63.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.4%
24.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.5%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
65.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Barkhamsted 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 Barkhamsted Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barkhamsted, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.7%
65.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.1%
39.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76%
61.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
23.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barkhamsted 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 Barkhamsted partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barkhamsted, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.7%
24.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69.7%
38.8%
No sugar
No sugar
67.1%
36%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
64.5%
45.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Barkhamsted 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 Barkhamsted communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barkhamsted, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
69%
27.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
34.7%
Room service
Room service
68.8%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.8%
19.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barkhamsted 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 Barkhamsted offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barkhamsted, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.1%
39.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.3%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.4%
25%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.5%
34.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60.7%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.9%
31.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.3%
40.8%
Live performances
Live performances
70.9%
41.1%
Dances
Dances
50%
27.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.7%
19.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72%
40%
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State regulations for memory care in Barkhamsted

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Connecticut memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Barkhamsted protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 9 memory care facilities near Barkhamsted, Connecticut. See the full list.
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The best memory care facilities near you in Barkhamsted, Connecticut are Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks and Southwick Village. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 9 memory care facilities near you in Barkhamsted, Connecticut typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Barkhamsted, 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 Barkhamsted, 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 Barkhamsted, Connecticut ranges from $$6,555 to $$10,110. The average Memory Care cost in Barkhamsted, Connecticut is $8,819. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Barkhamsted, Connecticut typically starts at $$6,555. 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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