Waterbury Gardens
Waterbury Gardens
Waterbury Gardens accepts Medicaid.
Waterbury Gardens is a 72-bed senior care facility located on Cedar Avenue in Waterbury, Connecticut, about three miles from both the city center and UConn Health Waterbury Hospital. Set in a residential area, the community provides daily assistance with personal care and household tasks.
The home, which has been in operation for about a year, offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with 24-hour security and supportive household services. Daily life features scheduled fitness programs, recreational activities, and interest groups designed to keep residents socially connected. The physical layout includes private rooms and shared common areas for socializing with family and neighbors.
The surrounding neighborhood has a walk score of 50, indicating a moderately walkable location where some errands can be completed on foot, though most trips will require a vehicle. The community accepts Medicaid, providing an eligibility pathway to assist families with the cost of daily care.
Families looking for a moderately sized care option with Medicaid coverage in the New Haven County area can reach out directly to discuss room availability and care planning.
72-bed community Rank #87 / 119Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 119 homes we track in Connecticut for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Connecticut facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation Rank #129 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th out of 132 homes we track in Connecticut for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 50 / 100 Rank #117 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 262 homes 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 cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusOp
IssuanceMarch 4, 2025
ExpirationMarch 31, 2028
CountyCowlitz
License Number1930
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Admin
1 FTE
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2.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Waterbury's city center to Waterbury Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.32 miles to nearest hospital (UConn Health Waterbury Hospital)
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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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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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 Village at East Farms | AL MC RC | Waterbury | 164
Facility
164
CT AVG
113
Rank
#18 / 119 | No |
33
Facility
33
CT AVG
48
Rank
#181 / 262 | - | 29
Facility
29
CT AVG
15
Rank
#9 / 132 | 86.0% | C- | 13 | 21
Facility
21
CT AVG
19
Rank
#66 / 102 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#51 / 102 |
| Elton Residential Care Home | AL RESC | Waterbury | 96
Facility
96
CT AVG
113
Rank
#68 / 119 | No |
86
Facility
86
CT AVG
48
Rank
#15 / 262 | Single / Double Rooms | 4
Facility
4
CT AVG
15
Rank
#108 / 132 | 91.7% | - | 3 | 3
Facility
3
CT AVG
19
Rank
#29 / 102 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#35 / 102 |
| Waterbury Gardens | AL | Waterbury | 72
Facility
72
CT AVG
113
Rank
#87 / 119 | No |
50
Facility
50
CT AVG
48
Rank
#117 / 262 | - | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
15
Rank
#129 / 132 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Southmayd Home for Women | AL RESC | Waterbury (Hillside Historic District) | 34
Facility
34
CT AVG
113
Rank
#108 / 119 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
CT AVG
48
Rank
#161 / 262 | Private Rooms | 19
Facility
19
CT AVG
15
Rank
#25 / 132 | 58.8% | - | 3 | 15
Facility
15
CT AVG
19
Rank
#57 / 102 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#89 / 102 |
| Marbridge Retirement Center | AL IL MC RC | Cheshire (West Cheshire) | 25
Facility
25
CT AVG
113
Rank
#113 / 119 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
CT AVG
48
Rank
#158 / 262 | - | 19
Facility
19
CT AVG
15
Rank
#25 / 132 | 76.0% | A+ | 3 | 3
Facility
3
CT AVG
19
Rank
#29 / 102 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#35 / 102 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterbury Gardens
Is Waterbury Gardens in a walkable area?
Waterbury Gardens has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Waterbury Gardens?
According to CT state health department records, Waterbury Gardens's license number is 1930.
When does Waterbury Gardens's license expire?
According to CT state health department records, Waterbury Gardens's license expires on March 31, 2028.
How long has Waterbury Gardens been in business?
Waterbury Gardens has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Waterbury Gardens?
No, Waterbury Gardens has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Waterbury Gardens have?
Waterbury Gardens has 72 beds.
Are there photos of Waterbury Gardens?
Yes — there is 1 photo of Waterbury Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.
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