The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overview of The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care

The Ivy at Ellington in Connecticut is one of the trusted assisted senior living and memory care homes for seniors. Residents of the community are encouraged to have a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance. At The Ellington, residents can expect a balanced lifestyle of comfort and calmness to be met with full support.

The community’s extensive services allow residents to live fulfilling everyday lives. These amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory home-cooked meals, social activities, and fitness activities.

(860) 281-2973

7 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 34 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

StatusActive

IssuanceJune 28, 2018

ExpirationMarch 31, 2026

License Number199

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 5 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Connecticut state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. Connecticut state average

Overall vs. CT average

Latest Inspection October 30, 2025

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CT Average	vs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	5	19	This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (5 vs. CT avg 19).↓ 74% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2020.	0.8	3.2	This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (0.8 vs. CT avg 3.2).↓ 75% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	1.3	1.5	This facility has 13% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1.3 vs. CT avg 1.5).↓ 13% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CT Average	vs. CT Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	4	13	This facility has 69% fewer total inspections than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (4 vs. CT avg 13).↓ 69% better

Inspection breakdown

2complaint investigations

1routine inspection

1renewal/recertification inspection

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

February 16, 2024 renewal inspection found violations of Connecticut statutes and regulations, including substantiated complaint #37724 related to care and policy compliance.
May 1, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated failures in nursing oversight, fall policy adherence, and post-fall investigation after a client sustained two cervical fractures.
October 26, 2023 complaint investigation found no violations related to Alzheimer's care or infection prevention and control requirements.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Building Type: 3-storey

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

52.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Ellington's city center to The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.41 miles to nearest hospital (Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital)

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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+

General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age —

General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $40,000 individual

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits

In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+

General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.

Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Benefits

Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.

Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Benefits

Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

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The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.

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What neighborhood is The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care in?

The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the Ellington neighborhood of Ellington.

Is The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care in a walkable area?

The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care?

According to CT state health department records, The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care's license number is 199.

When does The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care's license expires on March 31, 2026.

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What is the phone number of The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care?

(860) 281-2973 will put you in contact with the team at The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care.

Is The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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