Best Assisted Living in Connecticut

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 131 assisted living communities in Connecticut using Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CT

Reviewed by

Dr. Jordan Weiss

Last updated

Jun 2026

We analyzed

131 homes

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Avg Monthly Cost: $9,497The average monthly cost across facilities in Connecticut. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: $5,600

Avg Walk Score: 47/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Connecticut. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 50/ 100

Avg No. of Beds: 111The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Connecticut. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.


Sturges Ridge of Fairfield	AL MC RC	Fairfield (Mill Plain)	100 Facility 100 CT AVG 111 Rank #61 / 123	Yes	52 Facility 52 CT AVG 47 Rank #115 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	29 Facility 29 CT AVG 15 Rank #10 / 132	96.0% Facility 96.0% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #23 / 101	C	2	5 Facility 5 CT AVG 19 Rank #40 / 111	2.5 Facility 2.5 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #71 / 111
Seacrest Retirement Center	AL MC RC	West Haven (Ocean Avenue)	75 Facility 75 CT AVG 111 Rank #83 / 123	Yes	22 Facility 22 CT AVG 47 Rank #204 / 264	Private Rooms	23 Facility 23 CT AVG 15 Rank #24 / 132	80.0% Facility 80.0% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #72 / 101	A+	4	6 Facility 6 CT AVG 19 Rank #42 / 111	1.5 Facility 1.5 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #61 / 111
Edgehill	AL IL MC NH	Stamford (West Side)	46 Facility 46 CT AVG 111 Rank #102 / 123	No	25 Facility 25 CT AVG 47 Rank #197 / 264	1 Bed / 2 Bed	29 Facility 29 CT AVG 15 Rank #10 / 132	77.3% Facility 77.3% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #80 / 101	C	-	-	-
Brookdale South Windsor	AL MC	South Windsor (Wapping)	100 Facility 100 CT AVG 111 Rank #61 / 123	No	49 Facility 49 CT AVG 47 Rank #124 / 264	Studio / 2 Bed	48 Facility 48 CT AVG 15 Rank #2 / 132	50.0% Facility 50.0% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #97 / 101	A+	5	6 Facility 6 CT AVG 19 Rank #42 / 111	1.2 Facility 1.2 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #57 / 111
Brookdale Wilton	AL MC	Wilton (South Wilton)	64 Facility 64 CT AVG 111 Rank #118 / 123	Yes	32 Facility 32 CT AVG 47 Rank #186 / 264	1 Bed	48 Facility 48 CT AVG 15 Rank #2 / 132	93.8% Facility 93.8% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #1 / 101	A+	8	6 Facility 6 CT AVG 19 Rank #42 / 111	0.8 Facility 0.8 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #39 / 111
Crescent Point at Niantic	AL MC RC	Niantic	57 Facility 57 CT AVG 111 Rank #97 / 123	Yes	67 Facility 67 CT AVG 47 Rank #69 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	29 Facility 29 CT AVG 15 Rank #9 / 132	86.0% Facility 86.0% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #58 / 101	A+	9	40 Facility 40 CT AVG 19 Rank #75 / 111	4.4 Facility 4.4 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #91 / 111
The Atrium at Rocky Hill	AL MC RC	Rocky Hill	120 Facility 120 CT AVG 111 Rank #46 / 123	Yes	55 Facility 55 CT AVG 47 Rank #102 / 264	Studio / Suite	18 Facility 18 CT AVG 15 Rank #29 / 132	70.8% Facility 70.8% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #86 / 101	A+	22	130 Facility 130 CT AVG 19 Rank #101 / 111	5.9 Facility 5.9 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #99 / 111
Academy Point at Mystic	AL MC RC	Mystic	77 Facility 77 CT AVG 111 Rank #80 / 123	Yes	64 Facility 64 CT AVG 47 Rank #78 / 264	Studio / Suite / 1 Bed	29 Facility 29 CT AVG 15 Rank #10 / 132	94.8% Facility 94.8% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #28 / 101	C	9	2 Facility 2 CT AVG 19 Rank #27 / 111	0.2 Facility 0.2 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #20 / 111
Whitney Center	AL HC MC NH RC	Hamden (Whitneyville)	59 Facility 59 CT AVG 111 Rank #95 / 123	No	31 Facility 31 CT AVG 47 Rank #188 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	47 Facility 47 CT AVG 15 Rank #6 / 132	33.9% Facility 33.9% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #89 / 101	A+	12	70 Facility 70 CT AVG 19 Rank #86 / 111	5.8 Facility 5.8 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #98 / 111
The Village at Mariner‘s Point	AL MC RC	East Haven (Momauguin)	136 Facility 136 CT AVG 111 Rank #33 / 123	Yes	19 Facility 19 CT AVG 47 Rank #217 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	18 Facility 18 CT AVG 15 Rank #29 / 132	100.0% Facility 100.0% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #1 / 101	A+	11	17 Facility 17 CT AVG 19 Rank #65 / 111	1.5 Facility 1.5 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #61 / 111
Evergreen Woods	AL IL NH	North Branford	50 Facility 50 CT AVG 111 Rank #101 / 123	Yes	8 Facility 8 CT AVG 47 Rank #249 / 264	Private Rooms / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed	10 Facility 10 CT AVG 15 Rank #83 / 132	74.0% Facility 74.0% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #83 / 101	A+	15	40 Facility 40 CT AVG 19 Rank #75 / 111	2.7 Facility 2.7 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #73 / 111
The Village at Kensington Place	AL MC RC	Meriden	134 Facility 134 CT AVG 111 Rank #35 / 123	Yes	42 Facility 42 CT AVG 47 Rank #153 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	18 Facility 18 CT AVG 15 Rank #29 / 132	82.1% Facility 82.1% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #68 / 101	A+	13	15 Facility 15 CT AVG 19 Rank #59 / 111	1.2 Facility 1.2 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #43 / 111
Meadow Ridge	AL IL MC NH	West Redding	59 Facility 59 CT AVG 111 Rank #95 / 123	Yes	1 Facility 1 CT AVG 47 Rank #263 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	29 Facility 29 CT AVG 15 Rank #10 / 132	79.7% Facility 79.7% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #82 / 101	C	16	43 Facility 43 CT AVG 19 Rank #78 / 111	2.7 Facility 2.7 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #73 / 111
Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings	AL MC RC	Ridgefield (Route 7 Gateway)	129 Facility 129 CT AVG 111 Rank #57 / 123	Yes	42 Facility 42 CT AVG 47 Rank #153 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed	29 Facility 29 CT AVG 15 Rank #10 / 132	0	C	5	1 Facility 1 CT AVG 19 Rank #18 / 111	0.2 Facility 0.2 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #20 / 111
Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull	AL MC RC	Trumbull (Trumbull Center)	114 Facility 114 CT AVG 111 Rank #55 / 123	Yes	14 Facility 14 CT AVG 47 Rank #230 / 264	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	18 Facility 18 CT AVG 15 Rank #29 / 132	85.1% Facility 85.1% CT AVG 84.6% Rank #60 / 101	A+	11	8 Facility 8 CT AVG 19 Rank #48 / 111	0.7 Facility 0.7 CT AVG 1.5 Rank #36 / 111

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Overview of Masonicare at Mystic

Experience unparalleled care and comfort with the outstanding senior living community of Masonicare at Mystic in Clara Drive, Mystic, CT, providing a variety of residential care and health and wellness services including assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and palliative care. With its commitment to improving the well-being of adults aged 55 and over, the community features purposely built amenities and 24-hour care to ensure they are well-cared for. Seniors keep thriving with the community’s comprehensive care and support in every phase of their retirement.

A lot of wellness classes are conducted, alongside scenic trails, encouraging residents to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. There is no need to worry about meal preparation with nutritious and delicious meals served to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Masonicare at Mystic also provides various support groups to better enhance seniors’ quality of living in its serene campus.

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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.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 131 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.