Waterstone on High Ridge
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Stamford, CT

Waterstone on High Ridge

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Stamford, CT

Overview of Waterstone on High Ridge

Just a stone’s throw away from Greenwich, Waterstone on High Ridge in Stamford is a dynamic community for residents looking to find a community that feels like a vacation in a world-class, luxurious, five-star hotel. The vibrant atmosphere in the urban setting is like no other senior living community, garnering the trust of many families and seniors who have praised the staff for their commitment to practicing high-quality living standards for the residents. Waterstone on High Ridge has set the standard for independent living in Greenwich because they have been one of the front runners in maintaining an elevated luxurious lifestyle.

Waterstone offers remarkable hospitality due to its exemplary service and exceedingly person-centered care. They have provided a list of convenient services such as transportation, enrichment activities, stimulating programs, housekeeping services, transportation services, and delicious dining served daily.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 65 / 100 Rank #75 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 262 homes we track in Connecticut for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Connecticut facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Awards

Best Independent Living
Best Assisted Living
Silver Emblems for Independent Living
Memory Care
2023 Multifamily Executive Awards
First Place for Dining Design

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 31, 2025
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2027
License Number273
CertificationsPurple Flag for Dementia Care™
AccreditationsPurple Flag™ Accredited

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Spa
Dining
Bistro
Patio
Walking Paths
Movie Theater
Arts & Crafts
Transportation
Concierge
Housekeeping
Outdoor Seating
Activities
Wellness Program24/7 telehealth services, Tembo Health
Branded ProgramsBridges® by EPOCH

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
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Managed by Wendy Kaufman

Executive Director

25 years of experience

Wendy Kaufman serves as Executive Director at Waterstone on High Ridge, overseeing daily operations to ensure residents feel healthy, engaged, and secure. With 25 years of senior living experience and a Connecticut Nursing Home Administrators License, she brings deep expertise and local knowledge to the community.

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Stamford's city center to Waterstone on High Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.7 miles to nearest hospital (Stamford Hospital)

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Info below is compiled from the CT Dept. of Public Health (DPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Residence at Summer Street
AL
IL
MC
RC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)
200
Facility 200
CT AVG 113
Rank #13 / 119
Yes
84
Facility 84
CT AVG 48
Rank #25 / 262
-
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 15
Rank #90 / 132
--4
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 102
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #16 / 102
Edgehill
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Stamford (West Side)
46
Facility 46
CT AVG 113
Rank #100 / 119
Yes
25
Facility 25
CT AVG 48
Rank #197 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
Rank #8 / 132
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
CT AVG 84.2%
Rank #64 / 104
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Waterstone on High Ridge
AL
IL
MC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)-Yes
65
Facility 65
CT AVG 48
Rank #75 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Atria Stamford
AL
IL
MC
RC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)-Yes
76
Facility 76
CT AVG 48
Rank #43 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 15
Rank #66 / 132
--1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 102
Brighton Gardens of Stamford
AL
MC
Stamford (Turn Of River-Newfield)-Yes
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 48
Rank #221 / 262
Suite
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 15
Rank #45 / 132
--8
23
Facility 23
CT AVG 19
Rank #67 / 102
2.9
Facility 2.9
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #65 / 102

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

Waterstone on High Ridge is located in Stamford, Connecticut.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Connecticut.

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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).
CT

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
CT

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.
CT

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.
CT

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Waterstone on High Ridge

What neighborhood is Waterstone on High Ridge in?

Waterstone on High Ridge is in the Ridgeway-Bulls Head neighborhood of Stamford.

Is Waterstone on High Ridge in a walkable area?

Waterstone on High Ridge has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Waterstone on High Ridge?

According to CT state health department records, Waterstone on High Ridge's license number is 273.

When does Waterstone on High Ridge's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, Waterstone on High Ridge's license expires on September 30, 2027.

Are pets allowed at Waterstone on High Ridge?

Yes, Waterstone on High Ridge allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Waterstone on High Ridge?

Yes — there are 38 photos of Waterstone on High Ridge in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Waterstone on High Ridge?

Waterstone on High Ridge is located at 215 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT 06905.

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