The Residence at Brookside

Overview of The Residence at Brookside

The Residence at Brookside provides residents with the highest quality of care for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The Residence prides itself on being a renowned home– enriched by diversity, elevated by accommodations, and enhanced by lifestyle.

The lifestyle at The Residences is an easy and worry-free community; through the community’s extensive services, residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.

Facility Direct Line (860) 284-5000

Walk Score: 47 / 100

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

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

0.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Avon's city center to The Residence at Brookside's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.


Addison Place at Glastonbury	AL MC RC	Glastonbury	81 Facility 81 CT AVG 113 Rank #79 / 119	Yes	14 Facility 14 CT AVG 47 Rank #230 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	5 Facility 5 CT AVG 15 Rank #102 / 132	91.4%	-	9	8 Facility 8 CT AVG 19 Rank #45 / 102	0.9 Facility 0.9 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #40 / 102
The Residence at Brookside	AL IL MC RC	Avon (Avon Park North)	-	Yes	47 Facility 47 CT AVG 47 Rank #135 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-
Brookdale Chatfield	AL IL MC	West Hartford (Corbin's Corner)	-	Yes	58 Facility 58 CT AVG 47 Rank #94 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	9 Facility 9 CT AVG 15 Rank #85 / 132	-	-	9	1 Facility 1 CT AVG 19 Rank #15 / 102	0.1 Facility 0.1 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #15 / 102
Brookdale West Hartford	AL MC	West Hartford (Simsbury Road)	-	Yes	40 Facility 40 CT AVG 47 Rank #158 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	48 Facility 48 CT AVG 15 Rank #2 / 132	-	A+	8	16 Facility 16 CT AVG 19 Rank #60 / 102	2.0 Facility 2.0 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #64 / 102
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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 Residence at Brookside in?

The Residence at Brookside is in the Avon Park North neighborhood.

Is The Residence at Brookside in a walkable area?

The Residence at Brookside has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at The Residence at Brookside?

Yes, The Residence at Brookside allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Residence at Brookside?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Residence at Brookside in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Residence at Brookside?

The Residence at Brookside is located at 117 Simsbury Rd, Avon, CT 06001.

What is the phone number of The Residence at Brookside?

(860) 284-5000 will put you in contact with the team at The Residence at Brookside.

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Overview of The Residence at Brookside