The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overview of The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care

The Ivy at Ellington in Connecticut is one of the trusted assisted senior living and memory care homes for seniors. Residents of the community are encouraged to have a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance. At The Ellington, residents can expect a balanced lifestyle of comfort and calmness to be met with full support.

The community’s extensive services allow residents to live fulfilling everyday lives. These amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory home-cooked meals, social activities, and fitness activities.

(860) 281-2973

7 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 34 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

StatusActive

IssuanceJune 28, 2018

ExpirationMarch 31, 2026

License Number199

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

Building Type: 3-storey

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care

Assisted Living Memory Care

Breakdown by inspection type

1 renewal/recertification inspection
2 complaint investigations
4 plans of correction

Results

4 with issues

0 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

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Latest inspection

Date October 30, 2025

Inspection history

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6 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Connecticut average: 19 deficiencies

1.5 deficiencies per inspection

Connecticut average: 1.5 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care

Ellington Assisted Living Services had a substantiated complaint investigation on February 16, 2024, citing three deficiencies related to incomplete client records, inconsistent hourly safety checks, and delayed nursing reassessments after a fall with injury. Previous investigations in 2023 also found violations involving failure to follow fall policies and inadequate oversight of nursing and aide care. The facility’s record is mixed, showing repeated issues with client safety monitoring and care documentation despite some inspections without violations.

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).

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

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.

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.

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)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

52.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Ellington's city center to The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.41 miles to nearest hospital (Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital)

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What neighborhood is The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care in?

The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the Ellington neighborhood of Ellington.

Is The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care in a walkable area?

The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care?

According to CT state health department records, The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care's license number is 199.

When does The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care's license expires on March 31, 2026.

What is the phone number of The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care?

(860) 281-2973 will put you in contact with the team at The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care.

Is The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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