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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 | No | 50 | - | - | 93.5% | A+ | 3 | 16 |
| Hancock Hall |
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.
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). | Danbury | 96 | No | 20 | - | 2 | 95.8% | - | 2 | 21 |
| 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 | No | 23 | - | 17 | 46.7% | - | 11 | 60 |
| 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 | No | 32 | - | 18 | 94.7% | A+ | 37 | 94 |
| 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 | No | 63 | - | - | 86.6% | - | 0 | 0 |
| 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 | No | 48 | - | - | 95.5% | - | 0 | 0 |
| 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 | No | 15 | - | 11 | 94.4% | - | 21 | 61 |
| 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 | No | 24 | - | 2 | 86.7% | - | 6 | 8 |
| Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks |
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 | - | No | 10 | - | 2 | - | - | 1 | 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) | - | No | 29 | - | 10 | - | - | 16 | 11 |
| 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) | - | Yes | 62 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| 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) | - | No | 49 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7 | - | - | 8 | 6 |
| Maplewood at Strawberry Hill |
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) | - | Yes | 61 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Maplewood at Southport |
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. | Southport | - | Yes | 38 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 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) | - | Yes | 50 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 bed | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
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.
Cheshire House is a distinguished facility that has earned a prestigious five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. As a family-owned and operated establishment, it takes pride in offering exceptional services for short-term rehab that prioritizes individual care and attention, making it an excellent choice for nursing home care needs. At Cheshire House, residents can benefit from a wide range of specialized services, including pulmonary care, aquatic therapy, outpatient rehabilitation, and short-term transitional care.
Moreover, Cheshire House understands the importance of financial security for its residents and their families. They accept nursing home insurance plans, providing peace of mind and easing the financial burden of care. Families can focus on the well-being of their loved ones, knowing that they are in capable and caring hands. In addition to its expert care and cutting-edge therapies, Cheshire House also prioritizes creating an unparalleled dining experience for residents. With restaurant-style dining, residents can savor delicious and thoughtfully prepared meals in an inviting and social setting.
Riverside Health and Rehabilitation has been one of the trusted nursing homes in Hartford. Focusing on short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, residents and families can expect only the upscale professional and compassionate service they seek. Riverside ensures a place of motivation and cultivation for a fulfilling life.
The beautiful community is built with a list of amenities residents can take advantage of: common areas, lounges, a library, restaurant-style dining, and a fitness center. Personalized care for specialty services is provided, such as housekeeping, 24/7 care staff, stimulating programs, and scheduled activities offered.
Northbridge Health Care Center is a haven for seniors in Bridgeport, Connecticut. They provide top notch senior living experience through exceptional healthcare, support, and assistance, and they have been recognized with multiple awards and certifications from Medicare and Medicaid. They provide a comprehensive range of senior housing and healthcare options, including skilled nursing care, post-hospital care and recovery, assisted living, and hospice care.
Their memory care community is focused on enhancing the day-to-day experiences and quality of life for residents with memory impairments, with a strong emphasis on social engagement, nutrition, and relaxation, in addition to providing round-the-clock care assistance. For assisted living residents, Northbridge offers private apartments and structured daily programs, with medication management and accompanied excursions. They aim to create a home-like environment, with three daily meals and a range of integrated community activities.
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Waterbury Gardens is a renowned residential care home in Waterbury, CT, that offers assistance with daily living activities. Fostering comfort and familiarity, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. 24-hour security, recreational activities, and household services are also offered to ensure a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community’s passion for improving residents’ quality of life is fueled by its high-quality services.
Interest groups and fitness programs accompany residents during their stay, promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement. With its spacious rooms and lively gathering spaces, residents can relax and connect with friends easily. The community is also set in a quiet residential area, ensuring residents have a laid-back retirement. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost attention and care they deserve with the community’s exceptional standards of care.
Advanced Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in New Haven sets the bar high with its exceptional community that surpasses first-class standards, providing residents with a superior quality of life. Specializing in nursing and rehabilitation services, this center offers a wide range of expertise, including on-site care for orthopedic, neurological, pain management, and stroke recovery, as well as occupational and speech therapies. Their expertise extends to vascular care, dementia treatment, cancer care, stroke rehabilitation, spinal cord injuries, and much more, making them a comprehensive destination for nursing home care.
The center’s commitment to excellence extends beyond just the services they provide, as they prioritize nursing home quality measures to ensure the best possible care outcomes for their residents. With a personalized and tailored approach to rehabilitation, their methods are highly effective, with the ultimate goal of helping residents regain their maximum functionality. With a nurturing atmosphere and state-of-the-art treatments, this community is a top choice for seniors.
Civita Care Center at Danbury offers a definite solution to all your needs, prioritizing comfort and relaxation. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitation, the nursing home creates a stimulating atmosphere supported by a team of patient and caring professionals. Civita Care offers its seniors a nurturing environment, ensuring they are treated like family.
Seniors can expect a list of essential and helpful services such as personal care, a team of staff available 24/7, inpatient care, supportive living, exercise programs, an on-call nurse, scheduled activities, and home-cooked meals served daily.
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.
Nestled in the heart of Waterbury, Connecticut, Abbott Terrace Health Center takes great pride in providing top-notch healthcare support and assistance to seniors. With a full spectrum of senior housing and healthcare options, they offer a comprehensive range of services, including skilled nursing care, post-hospital care and recovery, assisted living levels of care, home health care, hospice services, and more.
At Abbott Terrace, seniors can find the support they need to thrive in a nurturing and compassionate environment, all while adhering to nursing home rules and regulations that ensure their safety and well-being. With a dedicated team of professionals, the home’s skilled nursing care and post-hospital care services are tailored to aid in recovery and enhance the overall health and vitality of seniors. Experience the warmth and dedication of Abbott Terrace Health Center, where seniors can truly thrive and find peace in a community that cares.
Sunshine Senior Residence seniors are empowered to create a care plan that satisfies their holistic wellness; they are supported by a team of dedicated professionals who have only their best interests at heart. The home-like environment strives in making a safe and secure atmosphere for seniors to live their best life. At Sunshine Senior Residence, families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones receive nothing but quality care.
Seniors can live independently and pursue more interests because they can trust that they are supported by a 24/7 care team who assist with daily activities such as: housekeeping and laundry, scheduled transportation, on-site theater, and salon services.
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities
Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize Most
Balancing Additional FactorsThe largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.
An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:
These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.
The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.
These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.
The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
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- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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