Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Connecticut average: 84%Shady Oaks Assisted Living
Shady Oaks Assisted Living
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.
40-bed community Rank #105 / 123Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 123 homes in Connecticut. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
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 facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 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 facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Connecticut average: 84%Occupied beds
40 / 40
Average occupied beds in Connecticut homes
102 beds
Best 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
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2009
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2027
License NumberAL0002
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactDr. Tyson Belanger, Executive Director
Does not accept Medicaid
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Minimum Age62
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
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
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)
• 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
| This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
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
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 |
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Deficiencies per inspection
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
| This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
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
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on July 3, 2025 found no violations or deficiencies in licensing renewal.
- The November 26, 2018 inspection identified five deficiencies related to medication management, narcotics storage, missing drug investigations, and complaint log maintenance.
- The January 16, 2019 plan of correction required hiring an Independent Nurse Consultant and implementing new policies to address medication and complaint handling issues.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Shady Oaks Assisted Living
4.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bristol's city center to Shady Oaks Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.
| Village Green of Bristol Rehabilitation and Health Center | AL HC MC NH | Bristol (Forestville) | 120
Facility
120
CT AVG
111
Rank
#46 / 123 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
CT AVG
47
Rank
#148 / 264 | Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
15
Rank
#129 / 132 |
63.3%
Facility
63.3%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#72 / 101 | - | 2 | 44
Facility
44
CT AVG
19
Rank
#79 / 111 | 22.0
Facility
22.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#111 / 111 |
| Countryside Manor of Bristol | AL HC NH | Bristol | 90
Facility
90
CT AVG
111
Rank
#71 / 123 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
CT AVG
47
Rank
#239 / 264 | Private Rooms | - |
88.5%
Facility
88.5%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#50 / 101 | - | - | - | - |
| Shady Oaks Assisted Living | AL | Bristol (Stevens Street) | 40
Facility
40
CT AVG
111
Rank
#105 / 123 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
CT AVG
47
Rank
#224 / 264 | - | 49
Facility
49
CT AVG
15
Rank
#1 / 132 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#1 / 101 | A+ | 5 | 5
Facility
5
CT AVG
19
Rank
#40 / 111 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#48 / 111 |
| KindCare Assisted Living at Bristol | AL MC RC | Bristol | - | No |
75
Facility
75
CT AVG
47
Rank
#46 / 264 | Suite | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
15
Rank
#120 / 132 | - | - | 5 | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
19
Rank
#27 / 111 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#29 / 111 |
Financial Assistance for
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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 10 photos of Shady Oaks Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Shady Oaks Assisted Living?
Shady Oaks Assisted Living is located at 344 Stevens St, Bristol, CT 06010.
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