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| Filosa Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Danbury (Beckettville) | 64
Facility
64
CT AVG
121
Rank
#64 / 80 | No |
50
Facility
50
CT AVG
38
Rank
#118 / 266 | - | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
— | 93.5% | A+ | 3 | 16 | 5.3 |
| Hancock Hall |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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. | Danbury | 96
Facility
96
CT AVG
121
Rank
#49 / 80 | No |
20
Facility
20
CT AVG
38
Rank
#213 / 266 | - | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
—
Rank
#109 / 124 | 95.8% | - | 2 | 21 | 10.5 |
| Leeway |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | New Haven (East Rock) | 60
Facility
60
CT AVG
121
Rank
#67 / 80 | No |
23
Facility
23
CT AVG
38
Rank
#203 / 266 | - | 17
Facility
17
CT AVG
—
Rank
#31 / 124 | 46.7% | - | 11 | 60 | 5.5 |
| The Guilford House |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Guilford | 75
Facility
75
CT AVG
121
Rank
#59 / 80 | No |
32
Facility
32
CT AVG
38
Rank
#188 / 266 | - | 18
Facility
18
CT AVG
—
Rank
#5 / 124 | 94.7% | A+ | 37 | 94 | 2.5 |
| Glen Hill Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Danbury (Hayestown) | 100
Facility
100
CT AVG
121
Rank
#47 / 80 | No |
63
Facility
63
CT AVG
38
Rank
#82 / 266 | - | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
— | 86.6% | - | - | - | - |
| The Willows |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Woodbridge | 90
Facility
90
CT AVG
121
Rank
#52 / 80 | No |
48
Facility
48
CT AVG
38
Rank
#131 / 266 | - | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
— | 95.5% | - | - | - | - |
| Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Waterbury | 90
Facility
90
CT AVG
121
Rank
#52 / 80 | No |
15
Facility
15
CT AVG
38
Rank
#226 / 266 | - | 11
Facility
11
CT AVG
—
Rank
#67 / 124 | 94.4% | - | 21 | 61 | 2.9 |
| Essex Meadows |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Essex (Ivoryton) | 45
Facility
45
CT AVG
121
Rank
#74 / 80 | No |
24
Facility
24
CT AVG
38
Rank
#201 / 266 | - | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
—
Rank
#109 / 124 | 86.7% | - | 6 | 8 | 1.3 |
| Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks |
SC Senior Communitie
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. | Windsor Locks | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
121 | No |
10
Facility
10
CT AVG
38
Rank
#247 / 266 | - | 3
Facility
3
CT AVG
—
Rank
#102 / 124 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Bridges® by Epoch at Trumbull |
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. | Trumbull (Trumbull Center) | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
121 | No |
29
Facility
29
CT AVG
38
Rank
#193 / 266 | - | 10
Facility
10
CT AVG
—
Rank
#70 / 124 | - | - | 16 | 11 | 0.7 |
| Maplewood at Darien |
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. | Darien (Darien Downtown) | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
121 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
CT AVG
38
Rank
#85 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
— | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods |
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. | Darien (Darien Downtown) | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
121 | No |
49
Facility
49
CT AVG
38
Rank
#125 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
CT AVG
—
Rank
#82 / 124 | - | - | 8 | 3 | 0.4 |
| Maplewood at Strawberry Hill |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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. | Norwalk (Strawberry Hill Avenue) | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
121 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
CT AVG
38
Rank
#87 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
— | - | - | - | - | - |
| Maplewood at Southport |
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.
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Southport | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
121 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
CT AVG
38
Rank
#169 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
— | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Sunrise of Fairfield |
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. | Fairfield (Stratfield) | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
121 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
CT AVG
38
Rank
#118 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 bed | -
Facility
-
CT AVG
— | - | - | - | - | - |
Complete Care Groton Regency stands as a beacon of clinical excellence, proudly serving the senior community in Connecticut. With a deep-rooted commitment to compassion, they offer an array of specialized services including memory care, respiratory support, orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiovascular care, and more. Guided by a team of skilled nursing professionals, this facility ensures round-the-clock availability of physicians, therapists, and specialists, empowering residents with comprehensive medical care.
Every room is equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi and cable TV, allowing residents to stay connected and entertained. Additional amenities include access to professional stylist services, enabling residents to maintain their personal grooming preferences with ease. To enhance the overall quality of life, a diverse calendar of engaging activities is offered, allowing residents to explore their interests and socialize. Whether it’s finding solace in the serene courtyard gardens or mingling in inviting lounges, residents have ample spaces to enjoy meaningful interactions. The dining experience at Complete Care Groton Regency is also elevated with restaurant and café-style options, serving delicious meals tailored to individual preferences and dietary requirements.
Experience the best of your golden years at Forest Hills Residential Care Home, a welcoming community in West Haven, CT, offering assisted living. Top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs is provided around the clock, ensuring their comfort and safety. Purposely built and spacious accommodations are available, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.
A thoughtfully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy home-cooked meals are served, striving to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health and a member of the Connecticut Association of Residential Care Homes, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Social and Recreational Activities
The Sister community of the Parkville Care Center, expect Chelsea Place Center to maintain elegance and professionalism for its residents, promoting mutual respect and trust. Specializing in skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, residents maintain an active, supportive, and stimulating lifestyle. The team of dedicated professionals aims to fulfill each resident’s holistic wellness through the continuum of care services. Chelsea Place Center helps seniors have a speedy recovery.
Chelsea Place’s center of excellence includes 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities and programs; therapy services that include speech, occupational, and physical; wound care, behavioral health services, and diabetes management, cardiac recovery– among many others.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: 3-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Countryside Manor of Bristol offers the highest quality of senior living care. Athena Health Care Systems proudly manages this assisted living community. It is focused on their continuum of care philosophy, ensuring residents can breathe easily, knowing they will not have to move as their care needs change. Countryside Manor is designed to provide all residents with a compassionate, safe, and dignified environment for seniors in hospice, rehabilitation, and memory care living.
With spacious private and semi-private rooms, a large dining area, comfortable lounges, a beautiful outdoor landscape, and top-notch healthcare, this community is committed to improving the quality of life of its residents.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Sister community of the Parkville Care Center, expect Trinity Hill Care Center to maintain elegance and professionalism for its residents, promoting mutual respect and trust. Specializing in skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, residents maintain an active, supportive, and stimulating lifestyle. The team of dedicated professionals aims to fulfill each resident’s holistic wellness through the continuum of care services. Trinity Hill Care Center helps seniors have a speedy recovery.
Trinity Hill’s center of excellence includes 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities and programs, therapy services that include speech, occupational, and physical, wound care, HIV care unit, and diabetes management, cardiac recovery– among many others.
Conveniently situated near local amenities in Joan Ct, San Diego, CA, Noble Living LLC is an exceptional community that offers assisted living and memory care. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, the community features purposely built and cozy accommodations, accompanied by top-notch care and assistance around the clock. Ease your worries and live your life to the fullest with the community’s personalized care plans that aim to retain residents’ independence.
Empowering residents to live actively and remain socially engaged, the community conducts fun activities and stimulating programs tailored to their enjoyment and wellness. Nutritious and delicious home-cooked meals are also served to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking for an alternative to nursing homes with its warm and welcoming environment dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Transportation Services
Waterbury Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Waterbury, CT, specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing. Dedicated to older adults’ healing, the community continuously promotes a nurturing and supportive environment. Excellent services, including nutritious meals, respite services, and an amputee rehab program, are also provided to meet residents’ special needs and preferences. Along with a comprehensive clinical program, personalized care plans are also provided to help residents recover.
Exercises and fun gatherings ensure residents can stay active and gain meaningful experiences. With state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and spacious shared areas, residents can socialize and focus on their rehabilitation. Waterbury Hospital, Mistate Hospital, shops, and public transportation are also located nearby, providing residents with quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Connecticut, this nursing home has a wide range of care dedicated to older adults’ welfare.
New Haven Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation upholds its commitment to providing top-quality care while also being mindful of nursing home cost and insurance options. This compassionate community, known for its warm atmosphere, extends its services to the New Haven community, offering outstanding nursing care and short-term rehabilitation. With highly regarded professionals on staff, they excel in diverse clinical areas such as IV therapy, wound care, speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and bariatric care. As part of their dedication to comprehensive care, they also accept various health insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care, ensuring accessibility to their exceptional services.
A notable feature of this center is their specialized rehabilitation program designed for amputees, showcasing their commitment to meeting residents’ unique needs. Additionally, they have incorporated a dedicated rehabilitation harness that assists in restoring balance and walking capabilities, empowering seniors to regain independence and functionality. The inclusion of mobility aids further exemplifies their dedication to providing comprehensive support and ensuring that achieving greater mobility is both attainable and meaningful for their residents.
Avery Heights is a tightly-knit senior living community with quality service in Hartford. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, they bring an elevated lifestyle into their elegant and gracious approach to modern-day senior living. Avery Heights is a resident-driven community that strives to put the needs of its residents first since 1957.
Avery Heights offers a range of services for its residents, such as scheduled local transportation available upon request; a calendar of activities is given to each resident with a list of scheduled classes, outings, and other events; and delicious meals served at the dining room.
Ensconced in the picturesque town of Trumbull, Connecticut, Maefair Health Care Center stands as a beacon of professional care and compassion for seniors. Their team of dedicated professionals delivers expert skilled nursing care, post-hospital recovery, and assisted senior living, ensuring that residents receive the highest level of attention and support. Moreover, they understand that preserving dignity and respect is paramount, treating each individual with the utmost care and consideration. Maefair also offers hospice care and home health services, ensuring that residents receive the necessary support for their ever-changing needs.
Designed with both comfort and privacy in mind, Maefair features a range of inviting accommodations, including private and semi-private rooms, as well as cozy lounges where residents can relax and unwind. But it’s the breathtaking outdoor landscape that truly captivates, providing a serene backdrop for residents to embrace the beauty of nature and indulge in social opportunities.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 4 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.
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