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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 130 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
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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: 114The 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.

Edgehill
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Stamford (West Side)
46
Facility 46
CT AVG 114
Rank #101 / 120
Yes
25
Facility 25
CT AVG 47
Rank #197 / 264
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
Rank #9 / 132
88.9% C----
The Suffield House
AL
NH
Suffield
128
Facility 128
CT AVG 114
Rank #44 / 120
No
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 47
Rank #261 / 264
Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 15
Rank #120 / 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
Evergreen Woods
AL
IL
NH
SNF
North Branford
50
Facility 50
CT AVG 114
Rank #100 / 120
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 #79 / 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
StoneRidge Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Mystic
40
Facility 40
CT AVG 114
Rank #104 / 120
Yes
24
Facility 24
CT AVG 47
Rank #199 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 86.8% ----
Essex Meadows
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Essex (Ivoryton)
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 114
Rank #102 / 120
No
24
Facility 24
CT AVG 47
Rank #199 / 264
-
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 15
Rank #120 / 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 114
Rank #115 / 120
No
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 47
Rank #143 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
CT AVG 15
Rank #25 / 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
Filosa Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center
AL
NH
Danbury (Beckettville)
64
Facility 64
CT AVG 114
Rank #92 / 120
No
50
Facility 50
CT AVG 47
Rank #117 / 264
-- 88.4% A+3
32
Facility 32
CT AVG 19
Rank #69 / 103
10.7
Facility 10.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #100 / 103
Leeway
AL
NH
PC
RESC
SNF
New Haven (East Rock)
30
Facility 30
CT AVG 114
Rank #111 / 120
No
23
Facility 23
CT AVG 47
Rank #201 / 264
-
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 15
Rank #45 / 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
Waveny LifeCare Network
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
New Canaan (Farm Road)
106
Facility 106
CT AVG 114
Rank #60 / 120
No
12
Facility 12
CT AVG 47
Rank #242 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed- 65.8% ----
Meadow Ridge
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
West Redding
59
Facility 59
CT AVG 114
Rank #96 / 120
Yes
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 47
Rank #263 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
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
Brookdale Gables Farmington
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Farmington
-Yes
22
Facility 22
CT AVG 47
Rank #204 / 264
Private Rooms
48
Facility 48
CT AVG 15
Rank #2 / 132
-A+---
Academy Point at Mystic
AL
MC
RC
Mystic
77
Facility 77
CT AVG 114
Rank #82 / 120
Yes
64
Facility 64
CT AVG 47
Rank #78 / 264
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
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
Bradley Home & Pavilion
AL
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Meriden
30
Facility 30
CT AVG 114
Rank #111 / 120
No
56
Facility 56
CT AVG 47
Rank #99 / 264
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
18
Facility 18
CT AVG 15
Rank #30 / 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
Benchmark at Stamford
AL
MC
RC
Stamford (Turn Of River-Newfield)
-Yes
55
Facility 55
CT AVG 47
Rank #102 / 264
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
Rank #9 / 132
-C----
The Cascades Assisted Living
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Bethel (Stony Hill)
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 114
Rank #119 / 120
No
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 47
Rank #249 / 264
1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 15
Rank #45 / 132
78.6% -2
-
Facility -
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 103
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 103
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Overview of Brookdale Gables Farmington

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Gables Farmington provides exceptional service for independent living and assisted living seniors. The home strives to offer a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors needing quality assistance by providing options that cater to each individual’s needs while maintaining independence and individuality. The community is guaranteed to give a resident-centered atmosphere for its seniors, promoting a comfortable and secure living situation.

The lifestyle at Brookdale Gables Farmington is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone. All-inclusive amenities and services include spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, and transportation services; management pride itself on its approach to modern assisted living care, unparalleled by its remarkable care staff that offers compassionate care with their service. 

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Overview of Academy Point at Mystic

Burrowed in the beautiful neighborhood of Mystic, CT, the Academy Point at Mystic is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Spacious and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom, one-bedroom deluxe, memory care studio, and memory care companion suite are available for its residents. As for memory care, residents with cognitive conditions can receive personalized sensory-based enrichment programs and other specialized care and support. In terms of respite care, short-term stays with extra care services.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy an inspired dining experience with delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals and concierge services like weekly housekeeping and transportation assistance. Meet new companions and build lasting connections within its beautiful shared spaces. Join a full calendar of events for active living prepared and coordinated by a professional team. At Academy Point at Mystic, seniors are guaranteed the utmost care and support.

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Overview of Bradley Home & Pavilion

Bradley Home & Pavilion is a highly recognized nursing home in Meriden, CT, that offers long-term care and rehabilitation for those 65+. The community continuously promotes a home-like environment, ensuring older adults’ comfort and healing. Respite care, monthly activities, and dietitian-approved meals are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Here, residents’ needs and preferences are prioritized with personalized care plans crafted.

Cooking classes, exciting trips, and exercises provide residents with more opportunities to learn and maintain social connections. Transportation to medical appointments is also provided, so residents can travel with ease. The Connecticut State Police Museum and Midstate Medical Center Emergency Room are also set nearby, ensuring accessibility and convenience. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Connecticut, this nursing home has high-quality services dedicated to helping older adults live comfortably in their later years.

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Overview of Benchmark at Stamford

Set in the vibrant community of Stamford, CT, the Benchmark at Stamford (Formerly Sunrise of Stamford) is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Spacious and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom, companion suite, memory care studio, memory care one-bedroom, and memory care companion suite are available for its residents. As for memory care, residents with cognitive conditions can receive personalized 24/7 needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment and other specialized programs. In terms of respite care, short-term stays with extra care services.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy an inspired dining experience with delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals and concierge services like weekly housekeeping and transportation assistance. Meet new companions and build lasting connections within its beautiful shared spaces. Join a full calendar of events for active living prepared and coordinated by a professional team. At Benchmark at Stamford, seniors are guaranteed the utmost care and support.

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Overview of The Cascades Assisted Living

The Cascades Assisted Living near Danbury offers exceptional personal care for assisted living seniors in Bethel. The residents can expect the senior living experience to perform nothing less than outstanding service provided by its professional and compassionate staff. The home-like setting practices a resident-centered approach to senior living so seniors can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Residential living at The Cascades focuses on fulfilling holistic wellness through extensive community services. These all-inclusive features include ADLs, medication management, apartments, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.

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Overview of Brookdale Wilton

Nestled in the serene neighborhood of Danbury Road, Wilton, CT, Brookdale Wilton is a remarkable senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring diverse one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures comfort and familiarity. Maximize freedom and independence and ease the burdens of housekeeping with support from a compassionate and dedicated team.

The community promotes a bright and welcoming environment, orchestrating purposely chosen activities. The community’s exclusive Clare Bridge Training and Solace program meets the special needs of memory care residents. Create new art projects or discover new reads at the library; alongside Brookdale Wilton’s mesmerizing amenities including a beauty and barbershop, a porch, a courtyard and garden, a fireside living room, meeting rooms, and landscaped grounds.

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Overview of The Village at Brookfield Common

Part of the Benchmark Senior Living group, The Village at Brookfield Common is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community on Federal Road in Brookfield, Connecticut, a short drive from Danbury. The community has served residents for 29 years. It is housed in a two-story building with one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Residents must be at least 55 years old to live in the community.

Residents have access to transportation, housekeeping, laundry services, fitness programs, and recreation activities. A dedicated memory care program provides additional support for residents living with memory-related conditions. The community also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

Chef-prepared meals are served using seasonal menus that take residents’ dietary needs into account. Landscaped gardens, outdoor patios, and raised garden beds provide space to relax outdoors. Inside, residents can enjoy a billiards room and other shared gathering areas. Regular outings and community events help them stay active and connected.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 14, making it a car-dependent area where most errands and outings require a vehicle. Danbury Hospital is about 1.5 miles away, so residents and families can conveniently access nearby hospital care.

State inspections by the Connecticut Department of Public Health have generally found the community meeting licensing requirements. Some complaint investigations have identified gaps in documentation, including how certain resident incidents were recorded and reviewed. Families touring The Village at Brookfield Common may want to ask how these documentation practices are managed today.

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Overview of Brookdale South Windsor

Basking in the warmth of the cozy neighborhood of Ellington Road, South Windsor, CT, Brookdale South Windsor is a blissful senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care. Offering various floor plans ranging from studio to two-bedroom apartments, the community promises a comfortable and safe residence. Live life to the fullest without worrying about mundane chores and maintenance.

Brookdale South Windsor prioritizes seniors’ well-being, delivering 24/7 care and assistance personalized to meet their specific needs. With its exclusive Clare Bridge Training, residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia receive the utmost attention to meet their needs. Bond with friends over exquisite dining with delicious and healthy meals served three times a day at the community dining. Brookdale South Windsor is equipped with a barber and beauty salon, an arts and crafts studio, a game room, a library, an ice cream parlor, a porch, a piano, a cafe, beautifully landscaped grounds, and walking paths for its residents’ convenience and comfort.

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Overview of Sturges Ridge of Fairfield

Settled in the beautiful neighborhood of Fairfield, CT, the Sturges Ridge of Fairfield is a welcoming senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. 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 care and services 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 Sturges Ridge of Fairfield.

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The Guilford House

109 W Lake Ave, Guilford, CT 06437
Overview of The Guilford House

Located in the serene neighborhood of West Lake Avenue, Guilford, CT, The Guilford House is an exceptional senior living community that focuses on short-term rehabilitation services and long-term care. As a family-owned community, The Guilford House ensures quality care for its residents. The community features various floor plans including studio and studio deluxe and one-bedroom apartments.

The Guilford House boasts a skilled department of registered nurses, practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants to ensure that all the clinical needs of the seniors are met. The community also provides physical, occupational, speech, and massage therapy every day for the seniors’ welfare. Believing that food is necessary for success, the community serves healthy and hearty meals to satisfy its residents. The different departmental teams of The Guilford House work together to create a safe and comfortable community for its residents, considering their choices along the process.

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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 130 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.