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Shady Oaks Assisted Living
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Shady Oaks Assisted Living

344 Stevens St, Bristol, CT 06010 View map
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Overview of Shady Oaks Assisted Living

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Shady Oaks Assisted Living in Bristol, Connecticut, provides supportive care for residents needing help with daily tasks. Care plans focus on managing condition-specific needs, including dementia, heart disease, stroke recovery, Parkinson’s disease, mobility challenges, and end-of-life care.

Housing 40 beds total, the residence maintains a smaller capacity where staff members and residents build familiar connections. Staffing remains available 24 hours a day to handle daytime assistance and overnight needs. Pets are also welcome to live on site with residents.

Families interested in exploring care arrangements or viewing the property can reach out to Shady Oaks Assisted Living to schedule a visit to view the facility.

Facility Direct Line (860) 583-1526
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 40 Rank #51 / 64Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 51st out of 64 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #1 / 84Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 1st out of 84 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
50 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #95 / 121Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 95th out of 121 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
15 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited. Rank #1 / 57Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 1st out of 57 assisted living communities we track in Connecticut for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Connecticut average, with its Statewide rank out of 57. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
100% This home is often near full

Based on 40 residents and 40 beds. Source: state inspection report (Jul 2025)

Higher than the Connecticut average: 82.1%
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Accredited
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About This Community

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2009
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2027
License NumberAL0002

Awards

U.S. News & World Report Best Senior Living (2025)U.S. News rates communities from independent surveys of residents and their families (the 2025 edition analyzed ~450,000 responses across 3,800+ communities) covering safety, caregiving, activities, dining, management and value. Only communities meeting its data thresholds earn a Best designation for that year.

Certifications & Programs

Great Place to Work Certification — Great Place to Work, 2025An employer certification based on confidential employee surveys about workplace culture. It reflects staff experience rather than resident care directly - though stable, satisfied staff is a meaningful signal in senior care.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Does not accept Medicaid

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
End-Of-Life Care

Additional Services

2 services
VA & CT Aid Coordination (Up To $5K/Month)
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Backyard
Bird Feeder
Activities
Oldies Music Programs

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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 data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 5 deficiencies 5 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. 2 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (89% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (64% 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. 544.0 This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (5 vs. CT avg 44).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.02.8 This facility has 64% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1 vs. CT avg 2.8).↓ 64% 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. 513.0 This facility has had 62% fewer total inspections than the Connecticut average (5 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 62% fewer
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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.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
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.
Shady Oaks Assisted Living
AL
Bristol
40
Facility 40
CT AVG 91
Rank #51 / 64
Yes
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 39
Rank #95 / 121
-
50
Facility 50
CT AVG 16
Rank #1 / 84
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CT AVG 82.1%
Rank #1 / 57
A+5
5
Facility 5
CT AVG 19
Rank #35 / 76
1.0
Facility 1.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #34 / 76
KindCare Assisted Living at Bristol
AL
MC
RC
Bristol-Yes
75
Facility 75
CT AVG 39
Rank #10 / 121
Suite
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 16
Rank #77 / 84
--3
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 19
Rank #23 / 76
0.7
Facility 0.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #28 / 76

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CT assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

Shady Oaks Assisted Living is located in Bristol, Connecticut.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Shady Oaks Assisted Living

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%.

How long has Shady Oaks Assisted Living been in business?

Shady Oaks Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 50 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Shady Oaks Assisted Living?

Yes, Shady Oaks Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Shady Oaks Assisted Living?

The team at Shady Oaks Assisted Living can be reached at info@shadyoaksassistedliving.com.

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