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River Ridge at Avon
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Avon, CT
Front exterior of River Ridge at Avon with landscaped entrance Bright common area with seating and natural light Cozy sitting area in a light-filled room Kitchen area with white cabinets and counter space Cozy bedroom with natural light and decorative elements Cozy reading area with bookshelves and fireplace Gazebo surrounded by greenery in a garden setting

River Ridge at Avon

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Avon, CT
101 Bickford Dr, Avon, CT 06001 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of River Ridge at Avon

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River Ridge at Avon is an assisted living community at 101 Bickford Drive in Avon, Connecticut. Operating for 29 years, it provides care in a residential setting with 135 beds. Currently, the home maintains a 60 percent occupancy rate.

Avon’s Walk Score of 43 reflects an average walkable neighborhood where some nearby services may be reachable on foot. Most errands and visits, however, require a car. The community is pet-friendly, which can be valuable for occupants wanting their companions with them.

State inspections in February 2025 saw no deficiencies or violations. The facility’s inspection history reflects prior concerns around staffing training and client care matters, though the latest assessment shows they’ve been addressed.

An in-person tour by families considering River Ridge at Avon will be vital to understand the care approach, room options, daily programming, and services. Talking directly with the community will help you know how well it matches your loved one’s needs and preferences.

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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
81
Bed community size
135-bed community Rank #34 / 119Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 119 homes we track in Connecticut for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Connecticut facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
29 years in operation Rank #9 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 132 homes we track in Connecticut for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 43 / 100 Rank #150 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th out of 262 homes we track in Connecticut for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Connecticut facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: C- (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
60%
Rank #96 / 104Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 104 homes we track in Connecticut for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Connecticut average, with its Statewide rank out of 104. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Connecticut average: 84%
Occupied beds
81 / 135
Average occupied beds in Connecticut homes 102 beds

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 12, 2008
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number135

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 16 deficiencies 14 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (16% below)

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

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1619 This facility has 16% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (16 vs. CT avg 19).↓ 16% better

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

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1413 This facility has had 8% more total inspections than the Connecticut average (14 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 8% more
Inspection breakdown
6routine inspections
3complaint investigations
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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Avon's city center to River Ridge at Avon's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CT Dept. of Public Health (DPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
River Ridge at Avon
AL
MC
RC
Avon (Avon Park North)
135
Facility 135
CT AVG 113
Rank #34 / 119
Yes
43
Facility 43
CT AVG 48
Rank #150 / 262
-
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
Rank #9 / 132
 60.0% C-14
16
Facility 16
CT AVG 19
Rank #60 / 102
1.1
Facility 1.1
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #49 / 102
Regency House Of Wallingford I
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wallingford (Wallingford Center)
130
Facility 130
CT AVG 113
Rank #39 / 119
No
39
Facility 39
CT AVG 48
Rank #161 / 262
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 15
Rank #45 / 132
 93.8% -20
64
Facility 64
CT AVG 19
Rank #78 / 102
3.2
Facility 3.2
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #79 / 102
The Suffield House
AL
NH
Suffield
128
Facility 128
CT AVG 113
Rank #43 / 119
No
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 48
Rank #261 / 262
Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 15
Rank #120 / 132
 96.1% -3
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 19
Rank #24 / 102
0.7
Facility 0.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #34 / 102
Evergreen Woods
AL
IL
NH
SNF
North Branford
50
Facility 50
CT AVG 113
Rank #99 / 119
Yes
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 48
Rank #249 / 262
Private Rooms / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
10
Facility 10
CT AVG 15
Rank #79 / 132
 74.0% A+15
40
Facility 40
CT AVG 19
Rank #70 / 102
2.7
Facility 2.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #70 / 102
Essex Meadows
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Essex (Ivoryton)
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 113
Rank #101 / 119
Yes
24
Facility 24
CT AVG 48
Rank #199 / 262
-
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 15
Rank #120 / 132
 86.7% -6
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 19
Rank #45 / 102
1.3
Facility 1.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #55 / 102
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Frequently Asked Questions about River Ridge at Avon

What neighborhood is River Ridge at Avon in?

River Ridge at Avon is in the Avon Park North neighborhood of Avon.

Is River Ridge at Avon in a walkable area?

River Ridge at Avon has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of River Ridge at Avon?

According to CT state health department records, River Ridge at Avon's license number is 135.

When does River Ridge at Avon's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, River Ridge at Avon's license expires on September 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at River Ridge at Avon?

River Ridge at Avon's occupancy is 60%.

How long has River Ridge at Avon been in business?

River Ridge at Avon has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at River Ridge at Avon?

Yes, River Ridge at Avon allows residents to bring their pets.

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