The Ivy at Watertown

Overview of The Ivy at Watertown

The Ivy at Watertown sits in the Oakville neighborhood of Watertown, Connecticut, and it covers two levels of care at once: assisted living and memory care. If a resident’s needs change over time, there’s a path forward without packing up and moving somewhere new entirely.

Housing comes in three sizes, studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom, so there’s some room to pick based on space needs and budget. Day-to-day life includes arts and crafts projects, which gives residents something hands-on and creative to do rather than just passive activities filling a calendar.

Transportation services are included too so residents who’ve stopped driving can still get to appointments and events without leaning entirely on family members to shuttle them around. That’s a small detail on paper, but it tends to matter a lot in practice, especially for people managing regular medical visits.

Getting around the neighborhood on foot is a mixed bag. The Walk Score lands at 48, somewhat walkable, meaning a few things might be within reach without a car, but most trips are still going to mean driving. Worth knowing before you assume a resident could just walk to the pharmacy down the street.

The Ivy at Watertown reads as a community built around continuity of care, assisted living now with memory care available if needs shift, paired with the kind of practical supports, transportation, engaging activities, that make daily life a little easier to manage.

Facility Direct Line (860) 782-6069

Walk Score: 48 / 100

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

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Ivy at Watertown

1 Bedroom

2 bedroom

Studio

2.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Watertown's city center to The Ivy at Watertown's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.29 miles to nearest hospital (UConn Health Waterbury Hospital)

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


Spring Meadows	AL IL MC RC	Trumbull (Tashua)	99	No	20	studio / 1 bed / 2 bed	5	100.0%	-	6	2 Facility 2 CT AVG 19 Rank #24 / 103	0.3 Facility 0.3 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #22 / 103
East Hill by Senior Living Hospitality	AL IL MC NH SNF	Southbury (Heritage Village)	96	No	6	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	24.7%	A+	-	-	-
3030 Park by Senior Living Hospitality	AL IL MC NH SNF	Bridgeport (Brooklawn/St. Vincent)	23	No	45	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	19	88.7%	-	2	1 Facility 1 CT AVG 19 Rank #15 / 103	0.5 Facility 0.5 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #30 / 103
The Ivy at Watertown	AL MC	Watertown (Oakville)	-	No	48	studio / 1 bed / 2 bed	-	-	-	-	-	-
Ridgefield Station Senior Living	AL MC	Ridgefield	-	Yes	63	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	4	-	-	1	- Facility - CT AVG 19 Rank #1 / 103	0.0 Facility 0.0 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #1 / 103

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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)

What neighborhood is The Ivy at Watertown in?

The Ivy at Watertown is in the Oakville neighborhood.

Is The Ivy at Watertown in a walkable area?

The Ivy at Watertown has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of The Ivy at Watertown?

Yes — there are 6 photos of The Ivy at Watertown in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Ivy at Watertown?

The Ivy at Watertown is located at 655 Straits Turnpike, Watertown, CT 06795.

What is the phone number of The Ivy at Watertown?

(860) 782-6069 will put you in contact with the team at The Ivy at Watertown.

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Overview of The Ivy at Watertown