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Atria Crossroads Place in Waterford, CT

Atria Crossroads Place is an assisted living and memory care community in Waterford, CT.

Information last verified: March 19, 2026

One Beechwood Drive, Waterford, CT 06385

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 103 reviews

5 stars

65

4 stars

21

3 stars

7

2 stars

3

1 stars

7

Atria Crossroads Place Costs & Pricing

Atria Crossroads Place offers competitive pricing for its various room types when compared to the broader market in New London County and across Connecticut. For instance, the monthly cost for a studio apartment at Atria is $4,095, significantly lower than the county average of $12,712 and also more economical than the state average of $5,919. The semi-private room option at Atria is priced at $5,295, which exceeds the New London County cost slightly but remains an attractive alternative to Connecticut's higher average of $5,829. One-bedroom accommodations are available for $5,595 at Atria, which is notably less than both local and state averages - $11,336 and $6,383 respectively. On the higher end, two-bedroom units are priced at $8,895; while this reflects a premium compared to New London County's average of $3,779 and Connecticut's average of $5,070. Overall, Atria Crossroads Place presents a diverse range of living options that provide value in comparison to regional benchmarks.

Floor plans	Atria Crossroads Place	New London County	Connecticut
Studio	$4,095	$12,712	$5,919
Semi-Private	$5,295	$5,155	$5,829
1 Bedroom	$5,595	$11,336	$6,383
2 Bedrooms	$8,895	$3,779	$5,070

Overall Review of Atria Crossroads Place

common 28 reviews mention this

Care feels personal and attentive

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who are kind, helpful, and responsive.

Across the reviews, families describe staff as attentive and considerate, and several mention that the team treats residents like family. Multiple reviewers also point to help with transitions—such as moving in, settling a loved one, or managing day-to-day needs—as something that made a difference. Residents and families often tie that attention to peace of mind and feeling safe in the community.

common 18 reviews mention this

Dining is a consistent highlight

Food and dining service come up often, with many residents enjoying the meals.

Many reviews single out the dining experience, describing it as enjoyable and better than what they expected. Several reviewers also discuss accommodating diets, and one notes that dietary ordering became easier after a chef change. A few others mention meal dissatisfaction in memory care, including trouble finding options or inconsistency at times.

common 14 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Families describe a packed schedule of programs, outings, and entertainment.

Reviewers repeatedly mention music, games, exercise, and community-sponsored events as regular parts of life. Some families add that outings and transportation help residents get out beyond the building, and others describe resident engagement—like going out on trips or having visitors and friends over. A small number of comments suggest activities may not always match specific needs or memory care expectations, but overall activity is a frequent point of pride.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Memory care: mixed fit

Memory care reviews are not uniformly positive about care delivery and fit.

Some reviews praise memory care as a supportive environment, describing staff knowledge and residents being engaged in daily life. However, there are also sharper negative comments that criticize staffing or call attention to specific care concerns. There are also a couple of fit-related cautions—such as feeling the memory care setup did not match expectations—so families appear to weigh memory care suitability carefully.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some

A recurring concern is that pricing can feel expensive for the level of service received.

Several reviews describe the community as costly, with some stating it was not comparable to the service provided. Others mention affordability as a reason they did or did not move forward, even when they liked the facility itself. At the same time, a few families say the pricing feels reasonable for the care their loved one needed, so reactions vary.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

52 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care

Pets

Cats allowed
Dogs allowed

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Cafe
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
General store
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor patio
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Private cleaning services
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Spa
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Meals provided
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Special dining programs
Vegetarian

Activities

Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Cooking club
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Jewish services
Live musical performances
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Visiting Rabbi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Waterford, Connecticut, offers a variety of amenities and services that may appeal to seniors looking for a convenient and well-equipped location. With several medical practices such as Thames River Orthopedic Association and Eastern Connecticut Cardiology Group nearby, access to healthcare is easily accessible. In terms of dining options, there are restaurants like Illiano's Real Italian Pizzeria and When Pigs Fly within a short distance. Additionally, there are pharmacies like Target Pharmacy and CVS Pharmacy in the vicinity for easy medication pickups. For leisure activities, seniors can visit parks like Leary Park or Fort Trumbull State Park for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment. Overall, this part of Waterford provides a mix of healthcare services, dining establishments, recreational spaces, and transportation options such as New London Union Station, making it a potentially suitable location for senior living.

Physicians

Thames River Orthopedic Association (0.2 miles)
Eastern Connecticut Cardiology Group PC (0.3 miles)
Crossroads Orthopaedic Sub Specialists (0.3 miles)
Kierstein & Di Francesca (0.3 miles)
New London Cancer Center (0.3 miles)
Smith Eye Associates (0.8 miles)
Cohen's Fashion Optical (0.9 miles)

Theaters

Regal Cinemas Waterford 9 (0.5 miles)

Pharmacies

Target Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Medicine Shoppe (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)

Cafes

Panera Bread (1 miles)
Starbucks (2.9 miles)
Washington Street Coffee House (3.1 miles)
Muddy Waters Cafe (3.4 miles)
Cafe Sol (3.7 miles)
Broken Yolk Cafe (4.5 miles)
Starbucks (5.8 miles)

Places of Worship

Temple Emanu-El (1.2 miles)

Restaurants

Cowlick's Creamery (1.4 miles)
Illiano's Real Italian Pizzeria (1.6 miles)
Chili's Grill & Bar (1.9 miles)
Denny's (2 miles)
When Pigs Fly (2 miles)
McDonald's (2.1 miles)
Taco Bell (2.1 miles)

Parks

Leary Park (1.7 miles)
Fort Trumbull State Park (3.6 miles)
Toby May Park (3.8 miles)
The Park 2 (3.9 miles)
Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park (4 miles)
Washington Park (4.4 miles)
Harkness Memorial State Park (4.6 miles)

Hospitals

Flanders Health Center (2.7 miles)
Charter Oak Walk-In Medical Center PC (2.8 miles)
Joshua Center-Montville (5.3 miles)
Lawrence Memorial Hospital (6.8 miles)
Pequot Health Center (6.8 miles)

Transportation

New London Union Station (3.4 miles)

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