Madison House in Madison, CT

Madison House is a memory care community in Madison, CT.

Information last verified: June 18, 2026

34 Wildwood Avenue, Madison, CT 06443

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

4.6 from 123 reviews

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Overall Review of Madison House

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Staff responsiveness and professionalism

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, attentive, and professional.

Many reviews highlight courteous, friendly caregivers and notes that staff stay on top of needs and keep families informed about care. Several specifically mention nurses and aides being attentive, helpful, and easy to work with during rehab or long-term stays. A smaller set of reviews contrasts that by describing missed calls, delayed attention, or staffing gaps that required families to push for follow-up.

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Clean, bright environment

Residents frequently describe the facility as clean and pleasant to be in.

Cleanliness shows up often, with reviews calling out a clean, organized, and comfortable environment for visits and stays. Some comments also describe the setting as bright, open, and quiet. However, a few reviews directly disagree, saying the facility felt dirty, smelly, or left residents in soiled conditions for hours.

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Rehab therapy support stands out

Rehabilitation staff, including PT/OT/speech therapy, is a frequent point of praise.

A number of reviews discuss rehab progress and describe therapy teams as thorough, supportive, and encouraging. Several mention positive experiences with physical and occupational therapy, and some specifically include speech therapy in the rehab mix. A few reviews raise concerns about therapy not being provided as expected or care requiring frequent monitoring from family members.

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Food quality and timing vary

Dining feedback is mixed, with both praise and complaints about meal quality.

Some reviewers say residents enjoy the food and describe it as good with variety, including references to special meals and birthday accommodations. Other reviews report meals arriving cold and describe dissatisfaction with dietary attention. Taken together, food seems to be an area where experiences can differ by unit or timing.

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Memory care programming and supports

Families describe memory-care units as focused on safety and engagement.

Reviews from families of residents with memory-related needs mention staff attention to comfort and safety, along with communication that helps caregivers feel involved. A couple of comments describe activities used for engagement, including music and singalongs, and references to dementia-related needs being understood. At the same time, a few reviews express serious concerns about care quality on the memory-care side.

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Plenty of scheduled activities

Residents and visitors often note that there are regular activities to join.

Multiple reviews mention ongoing activities at different times, including bingo and social events that help residents stay engaged. Some families also describe day-to-day opportunities like patio time and group-style outings or celebrations. There are also a few complaints that activities can be limited when staffing and scheduling fall short.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

Connecticut Pediatric Otolaryngology (0.6 miles)
Connecticut Orthopaedic Spec (1.4 miles)
Leon A. Goldstein, MD (1.7 miles)
Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Connecticut (1.7 miles)
Karen S Ablow (1.7 miles)
Alicia R. Guidone, D.P.M. (1.7 miles)
Dr Serle Epstein (1.7 miles)

Restaurants

McDonald's (1.7 miles)
Christy's Madison Inne (1.8 miles)
Guilford Mooring (1.9 miles)
Guilford Lobster Pou (1.9 miles)
Steamed (2.1 miles)
Cafe Allegre (2.2 miles)
Jia Mei Asian Kitchen (2.2 miles)

Parks

Madison Surf Club (1.8 miles)
Rollwood Park (2.2 miles)
Guilford Town Green (2.4 miles)
Nut Plains Park (2.8 miles)
Hammonasset Beach State Park (4.4 miles)
Chatfield Hollow State Park (6.1 miles)
Foote Memorial Park (9.1 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
Walgreens (2.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.8 miles)
Killingworth Family Pharmacy (5.9 miles)
Walgreens (6.8 miles)
Bluepoint Wellness Of CT (7.2 miles)

Transportation

Shore Line East - Guilford Train Station (2.1 miles)

Cafes

Cilantro Specialty Foods (2.4 miles)
Panera Bread (3.8 miles)
Turtle Cafe (9.8 miles)
Starbucks (10 miles)

Hospitals

Middlesex Hospital Madison Outpatient Blood Drawing Facility (4.2 miles)
Yale New Haven Hospital Blood Drawing Station (9.2 miles)
Harbor House (9.3 miles)
Hospital of Saint Raphael (9.6 miles)

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