Waterstone on High Ridge
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Stamford, CT

Waterstone on High Ridge

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Stamford, CT

Overview of Waterstone on High Ridge

Waterstone on High Ridge offers independent living, assisted living and memory care in Stamford, CT. Independent living provides a private residence with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time.

Residents can choose a one-bedroom or two-bedroom residence. A two-bedroom layout may work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Respite care supports short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet while living at the community.

There are several ways to spend time on site. Residents can use the pool, fitness center, salon and spa, while the restaurant, bistro and private dining areas offer different dining settings. Walking paths and outdoor seating on the wooded campus next to a conservation area provide places to be outside.

Tembo Health provides telehealth services around the clock, allowing residents to access virtual health services without arranging travel. Waterstone on High Ridge has a Walk Score of 65, meaning the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some nearby errands independently.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #13 / 120Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 13th out of 120 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
65 / 100

About This Community

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 31, 2025
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2027
License Number273
AccreditationsPurple Flag™ Accredited

Awards

U.S. News & World Report Best Senior LivingU.S. News rates communities from independent surveys of residents and their families (the 2025 edition analyzed ~450,000 responses across 3,800+ communities) covering safety, caregiving, activities, dining, management and value. Only communities meeting its data thresholds earn a Best designation for that year.

Certifications & Programs

Bridges® by EPOCH memory care program — EPOCH Senior LivingA branded memory-care program developed by this community's operator - a structured approach to dementia care, rather than an independent external certification.

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24/7 Telehealth Services via Tembo Health
24/7 Telehealth Services

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Bridges® by EPOCH

Additional Services

4 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
HousekeepingListed as: Weekly housekeeping and linen services
Concierge
TransportationListed as: Scheduled black car transportation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Swimming Pool
Fitness Center
Salon
Movie Theater
Putting Green
Garden
Walking Paths
Mind-Body Studio
Juice Bar
Media Room
Firepit
Dedicated Covered Parking
Designer Kitchens
Dedicated Heated Underground Parking
Nature Path Walking
Activities
Yoga Classes
Gardening
Writing
Stimulating Lectures
Trips To Museums and Concerts
Swimming
Personal Training

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Waterstone on High Ridge.

Anytime / all-day dining.

  • Outdoor dining option.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Types
Apartment
In-Room Features
Walk-In Closets Bathrooms With Walk-In Showers

Contact Waterstone on High Ridge

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1

Managed by Wendy Kaufman

Executive Director

25 years of experience

Wendy Kaufman serves as Executive Director at Waterstone on High Ridge, overseeing daily operations to ensure residents feel healthy, engaged, and secure. With 25 years of senior living experience and a Connecticut Nursing Home Administrators License, she brings deep expertise and local knowledge to the community.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Waterstone on High Ridge

Floor plan 1
Floor plan 2
Floor plan 3
Floor plan 4

Places of interest near Waterstone on High Ridge

Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Stamford's city center to Waterstone on High Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.7 miles to nearest hospital (Stamford Hospital)

Calculate Travel Distance to Waterstone on High Ridge

Add your location

Address

Compare Assisted Living around Stamford

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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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 Residence at Summer Street
AL
IL
MC
RC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)
200
Facility 200
CT AVG 89
Rank #4 / 64
Yes
84
Facility 84
CT AVG 39
Rank #5 / 120
-
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 17
Rank #55 / 84
--4
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 76
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #16 / 76
Edgehill
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Stamford (West Side)
46
Facility 46
CT AVG 89
Rank #48 / 64
Yes
25
Facility 25
CT AVG 39
Rank #81 / 120
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 17
Rank #7 / 84
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
CT AVG 83.5%
Rank #33 / 56
A---
Waterstone on High Ridge
AL
IL
MC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)-Yes
65
Facility 65
CT AVG 39
Rank #13 / 120
1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Atria Stamford
AL
IL
MC
RC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)-Yes
76
Facility 76
CT AVG 39
Rank #9 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 17
Rank #44 / 84
--1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 76
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 76
Brighton Gardens of Stamford
AL
MC
Stamford (Turn Of River-Newfield)-Yes
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 39
Rank #92 / 120
Suite
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 17
Rank #38 / 84
--8
23
Facility 23
CT AVG 19
Rank #64 / 76
2.9
Facility 2.9
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #63 / 76

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CT assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

Waterstone on High Ridge is located in Stamford, Connecticut.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Connecticut.

Get Financial aid guidance

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 Waterstone on High Ridge

What neighborhood is Waterstone on High Ridge in?

Waterstone on High Ridge is in the Ridgeway-Bulls Head neighborhood of Stamford.

Is Waterstone on High Ridge in a walkable area?

Waterstone on High Ridge has a walk score of 65. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Waterstone on High Ridge?

According to CT state health department records, Waterstone on High Ridge's license number is 273.

When does Waterstone on High Ridge's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, Waterstone on High Ridge's license expires on September 30, 2027.

Are pets allowed at Waterstone on High Ridge?

Yes, Waterstone on High Ridge allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Waterstone on High Ridge?

Yes — there are 37 photos of Waterstone on High Ridge in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Waterstone on High Ridge provide?

Waterstone on High Ridge offers Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance