Shady Oaks Assisted Living
Assisted Living · Bristol, CT

Overview of Shady Oaks Assisted Living

Shady Oaks boasts an elegant and welcoming assisted living atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect for 62+ seniors. The vibrant assisted senior living home performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff. For over 15 years, Shady Oaks has continued to treat its residents like family in a nurturing, home-like environment.

The lifestyle at Shady Oaks includes help services, such as medication management, 24-hour availability of caregivers, transportation and housekeeping, home-cooked meals, specialized programs, engaging activities, and wellness programs.

Types of Care at Shady Oaks Assisted Living

Assisted Living
Years in operation
49 years in operation Rank #1 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 132 homes in Connecticut. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #224 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 224th out of 264 homes in Connecticut. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Connecticut SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Connecticut average: 84%
Occupied beds
40 / 40
Average occupied beds in Connecticut homes 102 beds

Awards

AwardsBest Assisted Living 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022; CT Family Business of the Year 2024; Great Place to Work Certified 2025-2026; Humanitarian Home of the Year 2021; BBB A+ Rating

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2009
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2027
License NumberAL0002

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactDr. Tyson Belanger, Executive Director

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Does not accept Medicaid

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62

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Inspection History

In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 5 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Connecticut state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2018 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Connecticut average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (13% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (74% below)
• Deficiencies per year (75% below)
• Total inspections (77% below)
Latest Inspection July 31, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility CT Average vs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 5 19 This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (5 vs. CT avg 19).↓ 74% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2018. 0.6 2.4 This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CT avg 2.4).↓ 75% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.7 1.5 This facility has 13% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1.7 vs. CT avg 1.5).↑ 13% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility CT Average vs. CT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 3 13 This facility has 77% fewer total inspections than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (3 vs. CT avg 13).↓ 77% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • Shady Oaks ALSA’s inspection record has been mostly clean since late 2018, with no deficiencies found in the three most recent renewal inspections, including the latest on July 3, 2025. The facility corrected five medication management and complaint documentation deficiencies identified in November 2018, as confirmed by a January 2019 plan of correction involving an independent nurse consultant. No complaints were substantiated or cited in any inspections from 2019 through 2025, indicating consistent compliance with state regulations.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bristol's city center to Shady Oaks Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.09 miles to nearest hospital (Hospital for Special Care)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

Shady Oaks Assisted Living is located in Bristol, Connecticut.
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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+
General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).
CT

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age
General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
CT

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+
General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.
Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.
CT

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Benefits
Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.
Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.
CT

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Benefits
Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

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HC

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Shady Oaks Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bristol (Stevens Street) 40 Yes 15 -
49
Facility 49
CT AVG 15
Rank #1 / 132
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CT AVG 84.4%
Rank #1 / 99
A+ 5
5
Facility 5
CT AVG 26.4
Rank #44 / 111
1.0
Facility 1.0
CT AVG 1.6
Rank #56 / 111
KindCare Assisted Living at Bristol
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shady Oaks Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Shady Oaks Assisted Living in?

Shady Oaks Assisted Living is in the Stevens Street neighborhood of Bristol.

Is Shady Oaks Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Shady Oaks Assisted Living has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Shady Oaks Assisted Living?

According to CT state health department records, Shady Oaks Assisted Living's license number is AL0002.

When does Shady Oaks Assisted Living's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, Shady Oaks Assisted Living's license expires on September 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Shady Oaks Assisted Living?

Shady Oaks Assisted Living's occupancy is 100%.

Are there photos of Shady Oaks Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 12 photos of Shady Oaks Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Shady Oaks Assisted Living?

(860) 583-1526 will put you in contact with the team at Shady Oaks Assisted Living.

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