The Village at Brookfield Common
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Brookfield, CT

The Village at Brookfield Common

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Brookfield, CT

Overview of The Village at Brookfield Common

Part of the Benchmark Senior Living group, The Village at Brookfield Common is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community on Federal Road in Brookfield, Connecticut, a short drive from Danbury. The community has served residents for 29 years. It is housed in a two-story building with one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Residents must be at least 55 years old to live in the community.

Residents have access to transportation, housekeeping, laundry services, fitness programs, and recreation activities. A dedicated memory care program provides additional support for residents living with memory-related conditions. The community also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

Chef-prepared meals are served using seasonal menus that take residents’ dietary needs into account. Landscaped gardens, outdoor patios, and raised garden beds provide space to relax outdoors. Inside, residents can enjoy a billiards room and other shared gathering areas. Regular outings and community events help them stay active and connected.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 14, making it a car-dependent area where most errands and outings require a vehicle. Danbury Hospital is about 1.5 miles away, so residents and families can conveniently access nearby hospital care.

State inspections by the Connecticut Department of Public Health have generally found the community meeting licensing requirements. Some complaint investigations have identified gaps in documentation, including how certain resident incidents were recorded and reviewed. Families touring The Village at Brookfield Common may want to ask how these documentation practices are managed today.

Years in operation
29 years in operation Rank #9 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 132 homes in Connecticut for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 14 / 100 Rank #230 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 230th out of 264 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: C- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 12, 2009
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number138

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactTom Grape, Chairperson/CEO (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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Inspection History

In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 1 deficiency 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2018 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (95% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (80% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 119 This facility has 95% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1 vs. CT avg 19).↓ 95% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.31.5 This facility has 80% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CT avg 1.5).↓ 80% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 313 This facility has had 77% fewer total inspections than the Connecticut average (3 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 77% fewer

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

  • October 1, 2021 renewal inspection found no violations or deficiencies in licensing compliance.
  • March 31, 2025 complaint investigation CT# 43513 was substantiated with violations documented in a violation letter dated April 14, 2025.
  • November 20, 2018 complaint investigation found failure to complete incident reports and internal investigations for client injuries, violating ALSA policies.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two Story

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Transportation Services

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Type of Rooms Available

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Places of interest near The Village at Brookfield Common

Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Brookfield's city center to The Village at Brookfield Common's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.32 miles to nearest hospital (WHCN-DANBURY Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Brookfield

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.

The Village at Brookfield Common
AL
MC
RC
Brookfield (Federal Road)-Yes
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 47
Rank #230 / 264
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
Rank #9 / 132
C-4
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 102
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #22 / 102
Charter Senior Living of Brookfield
AL
MC
RC
Brookfield (Federal Road)-Yes
54
Facility 54
CT AVG 47
Rank #106 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 15
Rank #113 / 132
-1
-
Facility -
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 102

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

The Village at Brookfield Common is located in Brookfield, 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 The Village at Brookfield Common

What neighborhood is The Village at Brookfield Common in?

The Village at Brookfield Common is in the Federal Road neighborhood of Brookfield.

Is The Village at Brookfield Common in a walkable area?

The Village at Brookfield Common has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Village at Brookfield Common?

According to CT state health department records, The Village at Brookfield Common's license number is 138.

When does The Village at Brookfield Common's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, The Village at Brookfield Common's license expires on September 30, 2026.

How long has The Village at Brookfield Common been in business?

The Village at Brookfield Common has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Village at Brookfield Common?

Yes, The Village at Brookfield Common allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Village at Brookfield Common?

Yes — there are 6 photos of The Village at Brookfield Common in the photo gallery on this page.

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