Southmayd Home

02/24/2026

There is currently residential availability at Southmayd Home.

Southmayd is a nonprofit residential care home for women age 60+ in Waterbury, Connecticut. It offers private rooms, daily meals served in a shared dining room, medication administration, assistance with bathing, housekeeping, laundry, and a full calendar of activities — all in a supportive, community-centered setting.

It is designed for women who are largely independent but benefit from structure, safety, and daily support. It is also an option for families who want affordability, transparency, and a licensed alternative to franchise assisted living.

Southmayd’s Foundation subsidizes a significant portion of the true cost of care, making it a rare and financially accessible model of residential living.

If you or someone you love is exploring next steps in aging, the best place to start is with the Residency Questionnaire, linked below.

You can also call 203-754-0360 or visit southmayd.com to learn more or schedule a tour.

Please share this with anyone who may be quietly beginning this conversation.

https://www.southmayd.com/contact-us/residency-questionnaire

02/22/2026

We’re expecting significant snow and strong winds. Storms like this can be especially challenging for older neighbors and loved ones. A quick check-in can make a real difference.

If you’re preparing, consider:

• Picking up extra groceries or prescriptions for them
• Confirming they have working heat, electricity, and charged phones
• Making sure flashlights, batteries, and blankets are easy to access
• Bringing over a few ready-to-heat meals
• Clearing walkways and not letting them shovel
• Checking that carbon monoxide detectors are working
• Helping them set up a plan in case power goes out

Sometimes safety is simply knowing someone is paying

Stay safe, Waterbury. And please check in on the people who may not ask for help. 💛

02/19/2026

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women — and risk increases with age. That makes heart health especially important in the later chapters of life.

Simple, consistent habits matter: regular movement, balanced meals, staying socially connected, and having a daily routine that supports both physical and emotional well-being. These aren’t quick fixes, they’re the foundations of long-term health.

At Southmayd, heart health is woven quietly into daily life. Gentle exercise and movement, nutritious home-cooked meals, shared dining, and opportunities for connection are part of the rhythm here and the support that makes healthy choices easier to maintain.

To learn more about Southmayd, visit the link in our bio, call (203) 754-0360, or email info@southmayd.com

02/17/2026

Senior care conversations often begin with services and end with cost.

In our latest article, we take a closer look at how Southmayd’s nonprofit structure and subsidy model create a different financial framework for aging — one that has been in place for more than a century.

It’s an informational piece about how senior care is built, why structure matters, and what families should understand before making decisions.

If you are navigating options for yourself, a loved one, or a client, this perspective may be helpful.

👉 Click below to read the full article.

A Different Way to Think About Paying for Care At some point, nearly every family arrives at the same quiet realization. Love and practicality eventually meet.

02/16/2026

There have already been so many meaningful activities this month — with many more still to come.

Live music, exercise, crafts, gardening, outings, religious services, movies, games, and more. Each month offers opportunities for connection, movement, creativity, and shared experience.

Southmayd Home is a nonprofit residential care home for women age 60+ in Waterbury, Connecticut, offering affordable, supported housing in a small, home-like setting. Residents enjoy daily meals, routine, and oversight, along with a steady sense of community. Through the support of the Southmayd Foundation, a significant portion of the true cost of living is subsidized — helping make care more accessible.

If you or someone you love is exploring supportive housing options, we invite you to learn more.

👉 Visit the link in our bio, call (203) 754-0360, or email info@southmayd.com to schedule a tour.

02/12/2026

A sweet Valentine lunch celebration with the lovely ladies of Southmayd today!

02/11/2026

Welcome to Southmayd Home,
where women age 60+ live in a supportive, residential setting designed to feel steady, familiar, and grounded.

Located in Waterbury, Connecticut, Southmayd is a nonprofit residential care home offering daily meals, oversight, routine, and community — all within a smaller, home-like environment. Through the support of the Southmayd Foundation, a meaningful portion of the true cost of living is subsidized, helping make care more accessible for women and their families.

If you’d like to learn more or schedule a tour, visit the link in our bio, call (203) 754-0360, or email info@southmayd.com.

Please take a moment to follow and share so more families know this unique option is out there.

02/10/2026

Sarah Donaldson founded what would become Southmayd Home after recognizing a clear need: older women deserved a suitable place to live. With limited resources and a strong sense of responsibility, she began building an organization that has served women for more than a century.

Today, Southmayd Home is a nonprofit residential care home for women 60+ in Waterbury, Connecticut, providing daily support in a small, home-like setting — continuing the practical, community-centered work she set in motion.

Please like and follow to help keep Sarah Donaldson’s vision alive and support the continuation of this work for future generations of women.

02/06/2026

Interested in learning whether Southmayd might be the right fit for you or someone you love?

The next step is simple:
• Fill out the residency questionnaire https://www.southmayd.com/contact-us/residency-questionnaire
• Learn more at www.southmayd.com
• Call (203) 754-0360 or email info@southmayd.com
with questions

Please follow and share so more women and families who may need Southmayd know it exists.