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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
— | - | - | - | - | - |
River Ridge at Avon by the Benchmark Senior Living Community boasts a visually stunning open-concept design, with modern aesthetics that immediately catch the eye. This remarkable independent living, assisted living and memory care, and skilled nursing home is ideally located within a short drive from Worcester, boasting picturesque surroundings, thanks to beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that imbue the space with a calming, peaceful ambiance.
Their residents can participate in an eclectic mix of local events and relish in chef-prepared seasonal menus and diverse dining options catering to their dietary needs. With a resident art gallery, hair salon, and pet-friendly environment, there’s always something to do and see. On top of that, residents enjoy the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, and groundskeeping.
Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Chatfield provides exceptional service for independent living, assisted living, and memory care 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 Chatfield 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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 565 / 571 / 587 / 607 - 1,360 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale West Hartford provides exceptional service for memory care 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 West Hartford 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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 264 - 400 / 399 - 511 / 451 - 601 / 582 - 704 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 302 / 432 / 541 / 624 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Atria Darien has built one of the finest senior living communities in Norwalk– prioritizing its inclusive amenities for the welfare of its independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while being engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle; they ensure that their residents are healthy and active. Atria Darien has ensured a diverse and inclusive environment, offering a strong sense of community in Norwalk.
The premier community has boasted an elevated lifestyle through the elevated service they have provided for independent living, and assisted living for seniors has raised the standard of living. Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef; weekly housekeeping and laundry, and daily fitness activities with their finest gym equipment.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 410 / 520 - 963 / 925 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Set in the stunning neighborhood of Niantic, CT, the Crescent Point at Niantic is a vibrant 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. In terms of memory care, the community provides innovative cognitive therapies and companion services along with other specialized programs from a highly equipped and empathetic team.
Explore its exceptional amenities and other services including chef-prepared meals to satisfy your 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 Crescent Point at Niantic.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Make every moment count at The Mercy Community, an idyllic retreat in West Hartford, CT, offering independent living. Purposely built and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans are provided in a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence without hassles, helping them with chores and maintenance.
Residents can spend their days as they please with fun recreational activities and engaging programs that aim to keep them active and socially connected. With plenty of convenient local amenities nearby, residents have easy access to their needs. The community also provides shuttle services for residents’ convenience. With its extensive amenities and top-notch services, residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Take in the beauty of the natural landscapes in Torrington, CT, with the blissful senior living community of The Cottage at Litchfield Hills that offers assisted living and memory care. With its vibrant and friendly environment, the community strives to provide a safe place for seniors to thrive and live their best life. Seniors receive the highest quality of care and assistance from a team of kind and reliable professionals attending to their needs and aspirations 24/7.
Explore new hobbies and rekindle passions with a jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs. Featuring nutritious and delectable meals catering to dietary needs and tastes, residents have a delightful dining experience without hassles. The Cottage at Litchfield Hills is a haven for seniors to spend their golden years blissfully surrounded by breathtaking views.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Three Meals Per Day
KindCare at Bristol is a senior living community providing a range of services in Bristol, CT. As its name suggests, kindness is at the heart of this community’s mission, ensuring that each resident is treated with respect, dignity, and warmth. Specializing in assisted living services, Kindcare at Bristol also provides top-notch therapy services, respite care, and memory care services to those with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other cognitive conditions. Residents are guaranteed to feel a sense of belonging at KindCare as the dedicated team goes above and beyond to foster strong relationships and trust with and amongst residents. KindCare is a community where residents seek to thrive and enrich their lives and are adequately supported to do so. The recently renovated community is built on comfort, connection, and kindness; its fully equipped amenities help with the resident’s holistic wellness and maintain an elevated lifestyle. Accommodations include an art studio, a library, common areas, lounge areas, and an elegant dining room. The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs– on top of the services they offer: housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning, specialized memory care training, and transportation, among others.
Offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing– Brighton Gardens of Stamford, by the Sunrise Senior Living Group, is one of the best senior living facilities in the city. The assisted living place boasts an exquisite environment offering personalized care for residents of assisted living and memory. Brighton Gardens ensures residents get the best of a vibrant lifestyle balanced by attending to individual needs while enjoying independence.
Life at Brighton Gardens provides opportunity and inspiration along with exceptional service and care that is branded as a Sunrise service– services include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years; outings and activities to stimulate their mental, physical, and emotional needs; and their committed nurse staff who are willingly and compassionately attending to any need a resident may have.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: 3-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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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