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Southmayd Home for Women
Southmayd Home for Women offers a unique blend of residential living and assisted care within its charming premises. The home boasts a warm and modest ambiance, and its dedicated staff members are truly exceptional in their daily interactions with the residents. Operating independently from Medicare, Southmayd is run by local community members, ensuring that all decisions are made with the best interests of the residents in mind.
The home upholds a century-long tradition of funding approximately half of the living costs, making it a more affordable option for senior women seeking a family-like experience. With the assurance of dedicated staff and a range of amenities, residents can enjoy the benefits of assisted living without the burdensome costs typically associated with other assisted living homes.
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About this community
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 15 deficiencies 3 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2019 vs. Connecticut state average• Deficiencies per inspection (76% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (66% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 15 | 44 | This facility has 66% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (15 vs. CT avg 44).↓ 66% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5.0 | 2.84 | This facility has 76% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (5 vs. CT avg 2.84).↑ 76% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 3 | 13 | 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 |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 116 - 126 / 128 - 165 / 193 - 198 sq. ft
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
Care Cost
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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1.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Waterbury's city center to Southmayd Home for Women's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.14 miles to nearest hospital (UConn Health Waterbury 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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| The Village at East Farms | AL MC RC | Waterbury | 164
Facility
164
CT AVG
109
Rank
#13 / 94 | No |
33
Facility
33
CT AVG
48
Rank
#165 / 237 | - | 29
Facility
29
CT AVG
16
Rank
#8 / 115 |
86.0%
Facility
86.0%
CT AVG
83.3%
Rank
#49 / 81 | C- | 13 | 21
Facility
21
CT AVG
19
Rank
#66 / 102 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#51 / 102 |
| Elton Residential Care Home | AL RESC | Waterbury | 96
Facility
96
CT AVG
109
Rank
#51 / 94 | No |
86
Facility
86
CT AVG
48
Rank
#14 / 237 | Single / Double Rooms | 4
Facility
4
CT AVG
16
Rank
#94 / 115 |
91.7%
Facility
91.7%
CT AVG
83.3%
Rank
#32 / 81 | - | 3 | 3
Facility
3
CT AVG
19
Rank
#29 / 102 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#35 / 102 |
| Waterbury Gardens | AL | Waterbury | 72
Facility
72
CT AVG
109
Rank
#64 / 94 | No |
50
Facility
50
CT AVG
48
Rank
#108 / 237 | - | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
16
Rank
#112 / 115 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Southmayd Home for Women | AL RESC | Waterbury (Hillside Historic District) | 34
Facility
34
CT AVG
109
Rank
#83 / 94 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
CT AVG
48
Rank
#149 / 237 | Private Rooms | 19
Facility
19
CT AVG
16
Rank
#24 / 115 |
58.8%
Facility
58.8%
CT AVG
83.3%
Rank
#75 / 81 | - | 3 | 15
Facility
15
CT AVG
19
Rank
#57 / 102 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#89 / 102 |
| Marbridge Retirement Center | AL IL MC RC | Cheshire (West Cheshire) | 25
Facility
25
CT AVG
109
Rank
#88 / 94 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
CT AVG
48
Rank
#146 / 237 | - | 19
Facility
19
CT AVG
16
Rank
#24 / 115 |
76.0%
Facility
76.0%
CT AVG
83.3%
Rank
#64 / 81 | A+ | 3 | 3
Facility
3
CT AVG
19
Rank
#29 / 102 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#35 / 102 |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut
Southmayd Home for Women is located in Waterbury, Connecticut.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Connecticut.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southmayd Home for Women
What neighborhood is Southmayd Home for Women in?
Southmayd Home for Women is in the Hillside Historic District neighborhood of Waterbury.
What languages are spoken at Southmayd Home for Women?
The team at Southmayd Home for Women speaks French, Italian, and Spanish.
Is Southmayd Home for Women in a walkable area?
Southmayd Home for Women has a walk score of 39. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Southmayd Home for Women?
According to CT state health department records, Southmayd Home for Women's license number is 1262RC.
When does Southmayd Home for Women's license expire?
According to CT state health department records, Southmayd Home for Women's license expires on September 30, 2028.
What is the occupancy rate at Southmayd Home for Women?
Southmayd Home for Women's occupancy is 58.8%.
How long has Southmayd Home for Women been in business?
Southmayd Home for Women has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
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