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Photo of Waterstone on High Ridge
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We love living at Waterstone on High Ridge. The facility is beautiful & the people are great. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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Yes, staff goes out of their way to be helpful. As a family member they allow me to be able to know Mom is cared for 24/7 when I'm not with her which gives me the freedom to do the things I still need to do....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Located in Southington, Connecticut, The Orchards provides easy access to shopping, medical services and other services offered in downtown Southington. Each resident enjoys the privacy of their own studio, one or two bedroom apartment with all the benefits of a full service community. The...
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44 Floor plans available
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This is very difficult to answer. [name removed] goes from wheelchair to bed with a lift. He does not interact with other residents or family. Bridges is fine. No place is perfect. No complaints.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk is a memory care assisted living community located in Fairfield County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully designed...
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44 Floor plans available
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Nurses are very friendly and helpful Room size is very nice Mom has her own private bathroom Mom has a room on the first floor Just outside is a enclosed walking path/garden and patios Each community is...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Trumbull is a memory care assisted living community located in Fairfield County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully...
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We chose KindCare at Bristol because it is a brand new facility, cleanliness, location despite cost and initial "community fee" we were charged. Also, memory care unit is specific to my mother's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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[name removed] has been several times, and mom is more alert, participating in exercises, engaging in conversations! Much improvement! The place is beautiful open, sunny, all the members are smiling, saying...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Mulberry Gardens of Southington is a not-for-profit residential assisted living community that offers a warm and caring atmosphere with an exemplary health care staff. There are 2 levels of care in our community; assisted living and our secure memory care neighborhood...
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They were fantastic. I was helping a friend who has a lifelong disability. Melissa, the Administrator, was phenomenal, always supportive and trying to look out for his needs. They connected Michael to a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
OUR MISSION-Our goals and services are based on two fundamental philosophical principles. The belief in the innate worth of the aged and disabled individual and the belief that each individual, regardless of age, sex, race, religion or handicap, is entitled to maximize his/her potential as a...
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My Dad is happy to be in Valley Vista. I visited him twice during the Covid-19 oubreak as I really worried about him. They took care of him well and there are no Covid-19 cases over here at all. I understand...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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She has been happy there. The care that they give is just fine. It's clean and the staff is friendly. All of that is very good. I chose this one because it came recommended by someone who also had their...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
OUR MISSION-Our goals and services are based on two fundamental philosophical principles. The belief in the innate worth of the aged and disabled individual and belief that each individual regardless of age, sex, race, religion, or handicap is entitled to maximize his/her potential as a human...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Everything here has been wonderful! The staff are fabulous, the food is delicious, and they've got social activities going on all the time! The facility itself is a very nice looking older building, and it...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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In one word, Geer Village has been simply great!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Geer Village is a non-profit, community owned senior living facility which has accommodated seniors for over forty years. It is conveniently located in Canaan, CT in a facility which also hosts a community center, television station, and a YMCA. Our residents are able to enjoy day trips to...
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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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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I'm still transitioning and adjusting but the community is great and I like it here. I am very happy
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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I'm still transitioning and adjusting but the community is great and I like it here. I am very happy
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Dutchess County, NY

The average cost of senior living in Dutchess County is $8,470 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ellenville, NY with an average of $4,196 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dutchess County, NY vs. nearby counties

Dutchess County, NY
$8,470/mo
$5,256/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dutchess County, NY vs. the state and national average

Dutchess County, NY
$8,470/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

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

Assisted Living
$8,470/mo
$8,607/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dutchess County, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$6,998/mo
Private
$5,250/mo
Studio
$6,852/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,204/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,464/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dutchess County, NY

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 Dutchess County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dutchess County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dutchess County

Brookdale Gables Farmington

4.0
They have a nice location, it is a bigger more active community. Care has been good, wish they offer a bit more of a personal touch, encourage my dad a bit more to do things and offer events that include the families. But my dad likes to keep to himself so....Overall we r happy with this ...
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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.

Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence

5.0
The food is very good the staff is premium level of caring they go above and beyond to make sure their residents feel like home and try to create a family culture.

Dutchess County review score based on 771 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 771 reviews of 150 Dutchess County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dutchess County 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

Dutchess County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Dutchess County, NY150 facilities
8.1
Millbrook, NY11 facilities
9.1
Poughkeepsie, NY9 facilities

Review subcategories for Dutchess County 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 771 reviews of 150 Dutchess County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dutchess County 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.
Dutchess County, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
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Activities
4.3
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Dutchess County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dutchess County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dutchess County, 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 Dutchess County 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 Dutchess County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dutchess County, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.6%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.3%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.8%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.5%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.3%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.6%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Dutchess County 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 Dutchess County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dutchess County, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.8%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dutchess County 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 Dutchess County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dutchess County, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.5%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.8%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.4%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dutchess County 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 Dutchess County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dutchess County, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.8%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.4%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
44.6%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.7%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dutchess County 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 Dutchess County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dutchess County, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.2%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.6%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.6%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.2%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.8%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
55.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
37.3%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.4%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.6%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dutchess County

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 New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dutchess County protect seniors.

Learn about New York Assisted Living regulations

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Babalola Family Type Home For Adults, Spring Village at Stratford and Yorktown Assisted Living Residence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dutchess County, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 163 assisted living facilities near Dutchess County, New York. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Dutchess County, New York 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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