The Ivy at Watertown

Overview of The Ivy at Watertown

The Ivy at Watertown promotes independence and individuality for its residents by ensuring each senior gets to do things with flexibility and comfortability. With an emphasis in independent, assisted, and memory care living– the senior living home ensures residents cultivate their holistic wellness. The Ivy at Watertown has gotten the trust of families with the service and compassionate care that the community has devoted itself to doing.
The Ivy at Watertown in Bridgeport aims to help residents live a meaningful life everyday, which is why their comprehensive amenities and services allow each individual to grow and enjoy their golden years. From creating arts and crafts projects to receiving transportation to events and appointments, these amenities and services help residents with their daily activities to live a life of ease.

(860) 782-6069

Walk Score: 48 / 100

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

Types of Care at The Ivy at Watertown

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Ivy at Watertown

The Ivy At Watertown 1Br

The Ivy At Watertown 2Br

The Ivy At Watertown Studio

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)

33.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Watertown's city center to The Ivy at Watertown's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.29 miles to nearest hospital (UConn Health Waterbury Hospital)

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What neighborhood is The Ivy at Watertown in?

The Ivy at Watertown is in the Oakville neighborhood.

Is The Ivy at Watertown in a walkable area?

The Ivy at Watertown has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the phone number of The Ivy at Watertown?

(860) 782-6069 will put you in contact with the team at The Ivy at Watertown.

Is The Ivy at Watertown Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Ivy at Watertown is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.