The Residence at Brookside
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Avon, CT

The Residence at Brookside

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Avon, CT

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.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

The Residence at Brookside is located in Avon, 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 Residence at Brookside

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 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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