Marbridge Retirement Center
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Waterbury, CT

Marbridge Retirement Center

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Waterbury, CT

Overview of Marbridge Retirement Center

Marbridge Retirement Center is a cutting-edge assisted living and memory care facility offering beautifully designed assisted living apartments and specialized memory care facilities. With an impressive 30 years of experience, their dedication to exceptional care is evident, making them a trusted choice in the Cheshire community. What sets them apart is their all-inclusive pricing, ensuring simplicity and transparency for residents and their families. Emphasizing a warm and inviting atmosphere, Marbridge exudes a true sense of home, providing fully furnished accommodations upon request, along with tailored diets, housekeeping and laundry services, and expert medication administration.

At Marbridge, they understand the unique needs of their residents, offering respite care options to provide families with peace of mind. Within their thoughtfully designed memory care facilities, they provide specialized care and support to individuals with cognitive challenges. From its comprehensive care services to their state-of-the-art amenities, Marbridge Retirement Center remains at the forefront of compassionate senior living.

(203) 272-2902
Years in operation
19 years in operation Rank #25 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 132 homes in Connecticut. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #158 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 158th out of 264 homes in Connecticut. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Connecticut SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
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BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
76%
Lower than the Connecticut average: 84%
Occupied beds
19 / 25
Average occupied beds in Connecticut homes 102 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2007
ExpirationJune 30, 2028
License Number1692RC

Room costs

Private Room (1 rooms) $300 per day
Semi-Private Room (12 rooms) $113 per day

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Languages Spoken

Italian Polish Portuguese Spanish

Leadership

ContactMr. Lewis Bower, Executive Director

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
1 FTE
Recreation
1 FTE
Dietary
3 FTE
Other Staff
8 FTE

Additional Policies & Features

Religious AffiliationNo Affiliation
Religious ServicesCatholic, Congregational

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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 2019 · 7 years of data 3 deficiencies 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2019 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Connecticut average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (at CT avg)
3 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (84% below)
• Deficiencies per year (85% below)
• Total inspections (85% below)
Latest Inspection August 19, 2025

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. 319 This facility has 84% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (3 vs. CT avg 19).↓ 84% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2019. 0.42.7 This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CT avg 2.7).↓ 85% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.51.5 This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Connecticut average (1.5 vs. CT avg 1.5).— At avg

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 213 This facility has 85% fewer total inspections than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (2 vs. CT avg 13).↓ 85% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The June 25, 2025 renewal inspection found no violations or deficiencies in the facility’s compliance with Connecticut regulations.
  • The June 10, 2019 inspection identified three deficiencies including poor housekeeping, missing staff training documentation, and improper infection control during dishwashing.
  • The February 10, 2023 renewal inspection also found no violations and cleared complaint investigations without deficiencies.

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 9.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cheshire's city center to Marbridge Retirement Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.16 miles to nearest hospital (Gaylord Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

Marbridge Retirement Center is located in Cheshire, Connecticut.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marbridge Retirement Center

What neighborhood is Marbridge Retirement Center in?

Marbridge Retirement Center is in the West Cheshire neighborhood of Cheshire.

What languages are spoken at Marbridge Retirement Center?

The team at Marbridge Retirement Center speaks Italian, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Is Marbridge Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Marbridge Retirement Center has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Marbridge Retirement Center?

According to CT state health department records, Marbridge Retirement Center's license number is 1692RC.

When does Marbridge Retirement Center's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, Marbridge Retirement Center's license expires on June 30, 2028.

What is the occupancy rate at Marbridge Retirement Center?

Marbridge Retirement Center's occupancy is 76%.

Are there photos of Marbridge Retirement Center?

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