The Residence at Summer Street offers memory care in Stamford, CT. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers independent living and respite care. ALM Inspection Grade: A+.
Compare Memory Care around Stamford (Metro Area)
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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| The Residence at Summer Street | MC AL IL RC | Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head) | 113
Facility
113
CT AVG
125
Rank
#10 / 71 | A+ | Yes |
84
Facility
84
CT AVG
40
Rank
#3 / 126 | - | 8
Facility
8
CT AVG
15
Rank
#58 / 91 | - | - | 4 | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
18
Rank
#13 / 83 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
CT AVG
1.4
Rank
#14 / 83 |
| Atria Stamford | MC AL IL RC | Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head) | - | ? | Yes |
76
Facility
76
CT AVG
40
Rank
#6 / 126 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 15
Facility
15
CT AVG
15
Rank
#42 / 91 | - | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
CT AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 83 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
CT AVG
1.4
Rank
#1 / 83 |
| The Villa at Stamford | MC HOS NH PC RC SNF | Stamford (North Stamford) | 128
Facility
128
CT AVG
125
Rank
#31 / 71 | A- | No |
7
Facility
7
CT AVG
40
Rank
#120 / 126 | - | 10
Facility
10
CT AVG
15
Rank
#51 / 91 |
93.0%
Facility
93.0%
CT AVG
83.5%
Rank
#20 / 66 | - | 18 | 26
Facility
26
CT AVG
18
Rank
#67 / 83 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
CT AVG
1.4
Rank
#57 / 83 |
| Edgehill | MC AL CCRC IL NH SNF | Stamford (West Side) | 46
Facility
46
CT AVG
125
Rank
#64 / 71 | A+ | Yes |
25
Facility
25
CT AVG
40
Rank
#89 / 126 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
CT AVG
15
Rank
#6 / 91 |
90.2%
Facility
90.2%
CT AVG
83.5%
Rank
#40 / 66 | A | - | - | - |
| Brighton Gardens of Stamford | MC AL | Stamford (Turn Of River-Newfield) | - | D+ | Yes |
17
Facility
17
CT AVG
40
Rank
#100 / 126 | Suite | 17
Facility
17
CT AVG
15
Rank
#33 / 91 | - | - | 8 | 23
Facility
23
CT AVG
18
Rank
#55 / 83 | 2.9
Facility
2.9
CT AVG
1.4
Rank
#57 / 83 |
| Benchmark at Stamford | MC AL RC | Stamford (Turn Of River-Newfield) | - | - | Yes |
55
Facility
55
CT AVG
40
Rank
#28 / 126 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 29
Facility
29
CT AVG
15
Rank
#6 / 91 | - | A | - | - | - |
| Waterstone on High Ridge | MC AL IL | Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head) | - | - | Yes |
65
Facility
65
CT AVG
40
Rank
#13 / 126 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Inn | MC AL HC HOS IL NH PC RC SNF | New Canaan | - | - | Yes |
54
Facility
54
CT AVG
40
Rank
#30 / 126 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Maplewood at Darien | MC AL | Darien | - | - | Yes |
62
Facility
62
CT AVG
40
Rank
#19 / 126 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Mozaic Concierge Living | MC AL CCRC NH SNF | Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head) | - | - | No |
62
Facility
62
CT AVG
40
Rank
#19 / 126 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other CT memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 10 analyzed for Stamford. See how we rank facilities
Atria Stamford offers memory care in Stamford, CT. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers independent living and respite care.
The Villa at Stamford offers memory care in Stamford, CT. Its primary service is nursing home care; it also offers hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. ALM Inspection Grade: A-.
Edgehill offers memory care in Stamford, CT. Its primary service is nursing home care; it also offers assisted living, independent living, and continuing care. ALM Inspection Grade: A+.
Brighton Gardens of Stamford offers memory care in Stamford, CT. Its primary service is assisted living. ALM Inspection Grade: D+.
Benchmark at Stamford offers memory care in Stamford, CT. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers respite care.
Waterstone on High Ridge offers memory care in Stamford, CT. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers independent living.
The Inn offers memory care in New Canaan, CT. It also offers assisted living, independent living, home care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care.
Maplewood at Darien offers memory care in Darien, CT. Its primary service is assisted living.
Mozaic Concierge Living offers memory care in Stamford, CT. It also offers assisted living and continuing care.
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other memory care communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Stamford, CT
What is the average cost of memory care in Stamford, CT?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Stamford, CT is approximately $6,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Stamford, CT?
Memory care in Stamford, CT typically ranges from $4,500–$7,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Stamford, CT?
Memory care communities in Stamford, CT typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
What is the primary service of the memory care communities in this guide for Stamford, CT?
By primary service, 6 are assisted living communities and 2 nursing homes, among others. Each one offers memory care.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Connecticut?
Assisted living in Connecticut supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
Does Connecticut Medicaid cover memory care?
Connecticut Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Connecticut) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.









