The Residence at Brookside is a senior living community located in Avon, Connecticut. The facility provides a range of living options, primarily offering assisted living, with additional services for independent living, memory care, and general senior living needs. Residents benefit from individualized care plans, which are tailored to meet unique health, personal, and social requirements. The community is designed to support those who need assistance with activities of daily living, as well as those who prefer a more independent lifestyle. Specialized memory care is available for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia within the Reflections Memory Care neighborhood.

The Residence at Brookside offers a diverse selection of care and medical support services. Residents have access to clubs and community groups to encourage engagement and socialization. Support services include scheduled laundry and dry cleaning, as well as full assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating. For those requiring incontinence care, trained staff members provide discreet and attentive support. The facility houses a barber and beauty salon on-site, catering to grooming and personal care needs in a convenient setting. Hospice care is available for residents who require end-of-life support, delivered in coordination with palliative care professionals. Memory Care at Brookside features secure environments, therapeutic activities, and specially trained staff dedicated to supporting residents with cognitive impairments. Podiatry services are offered, ensuring residents’ foot health is monitored and maintained.

Transportation services offered at The Residence at Brookside include scheduled local transportation. These services are available for both medical and non-medical purposes, such as taking residents to medical appointments, planned community outings, or local errands, providing flexibility and supporting continued engagement with the wider community.

Feedback from residents and families highlights the caring, welcoming, and dedicated staff at Brookside, with individual staff members recognized for their support and efforts during move-in and transitional periods. The attentive and patient care provided by nurses, caregivers, and support staff is noted as a key strength, contributing to a comfortable and supportive environment. Residents describe the community as homelike and adaptable to individual or couple needs, with events and memory care activities that promote well-being and inclusion. While some concerns are raised about consistency in food quality and staff turnover in recent periods, overall impressions reflect high satisfaction with the care received and confidence in the staff’s commitment to resident comfort and adjustment. The facility’s decor, cleanliness, and personalized support contribute to a positive experience for residents and families alike.

Costs at this community start at $5,675 and range up to $10,905. The average price in the community is $8,290, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,521. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.