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The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.
| The Suffield House | AL NH | Suffield | 128
Facility
128
CT AVG
113
Rank
#43 / 119 | No |
2
Facility
2
CT AVG
47
Rank
#261 / 264 | Private Rooms | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
12
Rank
#118 / 132 | 96.1% | - | 3 | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
19
Rank
#24 / 103 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#34 / 103 |
| Edgehill | AL IL MC NH SNF | Stamford (West Side) | 46
Facility
46
CT AVG
113
Rank
#100 / 119 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
CT AVG
47
Rank
#197 / 264 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
CT AVG
12
Rank
#67 / 132 | 88.9% | C- | - | - | - |
| Essex Meadows | AL HOS IL NH SNF | Essex (Ivoryton) | 45
Facility
45
CT AVG
113
Rank
#101 / 119 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
CT AVG
47
Rank
#199 / 264 | - | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
12
Rank
#118 / 132 | 86.7% | - | 6 | 8
Facility
8
CT AVG
19
Rank
#45 / 103 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#55 / 103 |
| 3030 Park by Senior Living Hospitality | AL IL MC NH SNF | Bridgeport (Brooklawn/St. Vincent) | 23
Facility
23
CT AVG
113
Rank
#114 / 119 | No |
45
Facility
45
CT AVG
47
Rank
#143 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
CT AVG
12
Rank
#76 / 132 | 88.7% | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
19
Rank
#15 / 103 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#30 / 103 |
| Evergreen Woods | AL IL NH SNF | North Branford | 50
Facility
50
CT AVG
113
Rank
#99 / 119 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
CT AVG
47
Rank
#249 / 264 | Private Rooms / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 10
Facility
10
CT AVG
12
Rank
#76 / 132 | 74.0% | A+ | 15 | 40
Facility
40
CT AVG
19
Rank
#71 / 103 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#70 / 103 |
| Leeway | AL NH PC RESC SNF | New Haven (East Rock) | 30
Facility
30
CT AVG
113
Rank
#110 / 119 | No |
23
Facility
23
CT AVG
47
Rank
#201 / 264 | - | 17
Facility
17
CT AVG
12
Rank
#35 / 132 | 93.3% | - | 11 | 81
Facility
81
CT AVG
19
Rank
#87 / 103 | 7.4
Facility
7.4
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#95 / 103 |
| StoneRidge Senior Living | AL IL MC NH SNF | Mystic | 40
Facility
40
CT AVG
113
Rank
#103 / 119 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
CT AVG
47
Rank
#199 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 86.8% | - | - | - | - |
| Meadow Ridge | AL IL MC NH SNF | West Redding | 59
Facility
59
CT AVG
113
Rank
#95 / 119 | Yes |
1
Facility
1
CT AVG
47
Rank
#263 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
CT AVG
12
Rank
#9 / 132 | 79.7% | C- | 16 | 43
Facility
43
CT AVG
19
Rank
#73 / 103 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#70 / 103 |
| Bradley Home & Pavilion | AL NH RESC RC SNF | Meriden | 30
Facility
30
CT AVG
113
Rank
#110 / 119 | No |
56
Facility
56
CT AVG
47
Rank
#99 / 264 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 18
Facility
18
CT AVG
12
Rank
#9 / 132 | 96.7% | - | 11 | 18
Facility
18
CT AVG
19
Rank
#64 / 103 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#60 / 103 |
| Waveny LifeCare Network | AL HC HOS IL MC NH RC SNF | New Canaan (Farm Road) | 106
Facility
106
CT AVG
113
Rank
#59 / 119 | No |
12
Facility
12
CT AVG
47
Rank
#242 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | 65.8% | - | - | - | - |
| Academy Point at Mystic | AL MC RC | Mystic | 77
Facility
77
CT AVG
113
Rank
#81 / 119 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
CT AVG
47
Rank
#78 / 264 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 18
Facility
18
CT AVG
12
Rank
#9 / 132 | 94.8% | C- | 9 | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
19
Rank
#24 / 103 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#17 / 103 |
| Sturges Ridge of Fairfield | AL MC RC | Fairfield (Mill Plain) | 100
Facility
100
CT AVG
113
Rank
#62 / 119 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
CT AVG
47
Rank
#115 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
12
Rank
#118 / 132 | 96.0% | C- | 2 | 5
Facility
5
CT AVG
19
Rank
#37 / 103 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#68 / 103 |
| The Guilford House | AL NH SNF | Guilford | 75
Facility
75
CT AVG
113
Rank
#82 / 119 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
CT AVG
47
Rank
#186 / 264 | - | 18
Facility
18
CT AVG
12
Rank
#9 / 132 | 94.7% | A+ | 37 | 129
Facility
129
CT AVG
19
Rank
#97 / 103 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#83 / 103 |
| Atria Stamford | AL IL MC RC | Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head) | - | Yes |
76
Facility
76
CT AVG
47
Rank
#43 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 15
Facility
15
CT AVG
12
Rank
#62 / 132 | - | - | 1 | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
19
Rank
#1 / 103 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#1 / 103 |
| Brookdale Wilton | AL MC | Wilton (South Wilton) | 64
Facility
64
CT AVG
113
Rank
#91 / 119 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
CT AVG
47
Rank
#186 / 264 | 1 Bed | 16
Facility
16
CT AVG
12
Rank
#54 / 132 | 93.8% | A+ | 8 | 6
Facility
6
CT AVG
19
Rank
#40 / 103 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#37 / 103 |
Hughes Health and Rehabilitation places importance on enriching and empowering the lives of its seniors. With an emphasis on skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care, their care staff are profoundly inclusive and compassionate when attending to any need a resident may have. Hughes Healthcare boasts its approach to senior recovery: treating and caring for residents like family.
All residents receive essential services such as concierge, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, and linen services, housekeeping. One of its specialties is rehabilitation services, focusing on occupational, speech, physical, neurological, palliative, orthopedic, and long-term care, including memory support, stroke rehabilitation, amputation, and congestive heart failure.
Situated in the charming neighborhood of South Windsor, TC, The Village at Buckland Court is a prominent senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can choose among well-appointed and cozy accommodations ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom and memory care studio. On the other hand, those with cognitive conditions are served based on their needs for different stages of memory loss through a professional team of certified dementia practitioners.
As a nationally-awarded community, it offers above-and-beyond amenities and services including chef-prepared delightful and nutritious meals, weekly housekeeping, laundry, linen services, and transportation assistance to appointments. Explore its beautifully created shared spaces like the patios with grills and landscaped gardens. Spend time socializing with new companions at the 24-hour Snack Bar and Billiards Room. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed a blissful retirement with The Village at Buckland Court.
Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Newington, CT, Masonicare at Middlewoods of Newington is a one-of-a-kind community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Beautifully furnished and cozy apartments and cottages are available in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay. With a compassionate and well-trained team, residents receive exceptional care for their unique needs.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging programs and exciting events is conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Residents also delight in delectable and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. With its continuum of care services and state-of-the-art amenities, residents will surely thrive in retirement.
Anthology of Farmington combines independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, with the former essentially called assisted living. The memory care home proudly provides a lifestyle centered around activities, promoting independence. The luxurious community aims to gain a lifestyle that promotes holistic wellness for every resident. The senior living community gives off a friendly and resort-like atmosphere, there’s always something appropriate for everyone. Anthology of Farmington ensures a vibrant and inclusive social community for seniors to help nurture each senior’s individuality.
The team of professional staff guarantees only the highest quality of service. Community amenities include five-star dining offering a 4-course dinner, a fully equipped fitness center offering fitness and wellness classes, and a list of engaging recreational programs and activities.
Settled in the peaceful neighborhood of Middletown, CT, The Village at South Farms is a welcoming senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. This community is accessible to the scenic view of the Connecticut River Valley. Well-appointed and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and memory care studio are available for its residents. As for memory care, those residents with cognitive conditions are given needs-based services adjusted as needed with an innovative and optimistic approach from a highly equipped and empathetic team.
Explore its exceptional amenities and other services wherein residents can enjoy chef-prepared delectable and healthy meals to satisfy cravings. Avail of their concierge services with weekly housekeeping, laundry and linen services, and transportation assistance. Get to meet new friends by exploring its beautifully created shared spaces or by participating in their active learning activities. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with The Village at South Farms.
A community with unparalleled care for independent living, memory care, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitative care, The Greens at Cannondale is delivered with integrity and respect for its seniors. The resident-focused community focuses on conducting results-driven programs with cutting-edge technologies that specifically cater to the varying needs of the residents. The Greens have been committed to providing seniors a safe and comfortable environment for a transformative experience.
The Greens is an expansive community that awaits endless opportunities to be discovered. The nursing home care services include pain management, diabetes management, restorative nursing, wound care, and a team of 24/7 nurses. Assisted living and memory care services include ADLS, medication management, stimulating activities, and enriching programs.
Peacefully nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Meriden, CT, Connecticut Baptist Homes is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. The community has purposely designed and spacious floor plans, ensuring residents find the right accommodation according to their preferences. With three distinct areas, including long-term care spaces, residents can rest assured of receiving exceptional care when needs arise.
Leisure spaces and convenient local amenities surround the community, providing residents with unending entertainment and leisure opportunities. Residents also enjoy a variety of dining options with delightful restaurants nearby. The community is ideal for those looking to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its vibrant and welcoming setting.
The Ivy at Watertown sits in the Oakville neighborhood of Watertown, Connecticut, and it covers two levels of care at once: assisted living and memory care. If a resident’s needs change over time, there’s a path forward without packing up and moving somewhere new entirely.
Housing comes in three sizes, studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom, so there’s some room to pick based on space needs and budget. Day-to-day life includes arts and crafts projects, which gives residents something hands-on and creative to do rather than just passive activities filling a calendar.
Transportation services are included too so residents who’ve stopped driving can still get to appointments and events without leaning entirely on family members to shuttle them around. That’s a small detail on paper, but it tends to matter a lot in practice, especially for people managing regular medical visits.
Getting around the neighborhood on foot is a mixed bag. The Walk Score lands at 48, somewhat walkable, meaning a few things might be within reach without a car, but most trips are still going to mean driving. Worth knowing before you assume a resident could just walk to the pharmacy down the street.
The Ivy at Watertown reads as a community built around continuity of care, assisted living now with memory care available if needs shift, paired with the kind of practical supports, transportation, engaging activities, that make daily life a little easier to manage.
Settled in the beautiful community of Shelton, CT, the Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can select from an array of accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and memory care studio. Those with cognitive conditions are given diverse memory care programs including personalized 24/7 needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment and therapeutic experiences like research-based sensory programs.
As an award-winning senior living community, residents can enjoy a wide range of high-quality amenities and services. These include concierge services like weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen service, and transportation assistance. Experience inspired dining with delectable and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories within the shared spaces of this beautiful community like the walking paths and landscaped gardens. Engage in diverse activities and community events such as exercise classes and outings to further enhance wellness and engagement. With Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.
The Residence at Brookside provides residents with the highest quality of care for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The Residence prides itself on being a renowned home– enriched by diversity, elevated by accommodations, and enhanced by lifestyle.
The lifestyle at The Residences is an easy and worry-free community; through the community’s extensive services, residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Connecticut
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Connecticut?
Assisted living in Connecticut supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Connecticut?
Assisted living in Connecticut is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Connecticut Medicaid cover assisted living?
Connecticut Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Connecticut) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 126 assisted living facilities in Connecticut. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Connecticut?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Connecticut, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Connecticut?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.













