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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #8 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 132 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
29 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #230 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 230th out of 262 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
14 / 100
Residents per day Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
90
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
C- Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 12, 2009
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number138

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 1 deficiency 4 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 (98% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (89% 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. 144 This facility has 98% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1 vs. CT avg 44).↓ 98% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.32.84 This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CT avg 2.84).↓ 89% 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. 413 This facility has had 69% fewer total inspections than the Connecticut average (4 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 69% fewer

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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Fitness and Recreation

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.

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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
The Village at Brookfield Common
AL
MC
RC
Brookfield-Yes
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 48
Rank #230 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
Rank #8 / 132
C-4
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 102
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #16 / 102
Charter Senior Living of Brookfield
AL
MC
RC
Brookfield-Yes
54
Facility 54
CT AVG 48
Rank #106 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 15
Rank #113 / 132
-1
0
Facility 0
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.
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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

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.

Has The Village at Brookfield Common had any deficiencies?

The Village at Brookfield Common has had 1 reported deficiency according to records from Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH).

Are there photos of The Village at Brookfield Common?

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