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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 121 assisted living communities in CT using CT Dept. of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CT
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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Residence at Summer Street
AL
IL
MC
RC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)
200
Facility 200
CT AVG 91
Rank #4 / 64
Yes
84
Facility 84
CT AVG 39
Rank #5 / 121
-
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 16
Rank #55 / 84
-4
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 76
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #16 / 76
The Guilford House
AL
NH
SNF
Guilford
75
Facility 75
CT AVG 91
Rank #37 / 64
Yes
32
Facility 32
CT AVG 39
Rank #74 / 121
-
18
Facility 18
CT AVG 16
Rank #27 / 84
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
CT AVG 82.1%
Rank #16 / 57
29
129
Facility 129
CT AVG 19
Rank #76 / 76
4.4
Facility 4.4
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #69 / 76
Connecticut Baptist Homes
AL
IL
NH
RESC
SNF
Meriden
60
Facility 60
CT AVG 91
Rank #44 / 64
No
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 39
Rank #100 / 121
1 Bed
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 16
Rank #38 / 84
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
CT AVG 82.1%
Rank #11 / 57
12
31
Facility 31
CT AVG 19
Rank #65 / 76
2.6
Facility 2.6
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #60 / 76
Addison Place at Glastonbury
AL
MC
RC
Glastonbury
81
Facility 81
CT AVG 91
Rank #34 / 64
Yes
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 39
Rank #100 / 121
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 16
Rank #65 / 84
91.4%
Facility 91.4%
CT AVG 82.1%
Rank #25 / 57
6
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 19
Rank #43 / 76
1.3
Facility 1.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #42 / 76
Mary Wade Home
AL
ADC
HOS
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
New Haven (Fair Haven)
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 91
Rank #29 / 64
No
84
Facility 84
CT AVG 39
Rank #5 / 121
-
18
Facility 18
CT AVG 16
Rank #27 / 84
-13
104
Facility 104
CT AVG 19
Rank #74 / 76
8.0
Facility 8.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #74 / 76
Masonic Healthcare Center
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wallingford
260
Facility 260
CT AVG 91
Rank #1 / 64
Yes
33
Facility 33
CT AVG 39
Rank #71 / 121
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
16
Facility 16
CT AVG 16
Rank #42 / 84
87.3%
Facility 87.3%
CT AVG 82.1%
Rank #46 / 57
26
62
Facility 62
CT AVG 19
Rank #70 / 76
2.4
Facility 2.4
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #58 / 76
Brandywine Litchfield
AL
MC
RC
Litchfield
34
Facility 34
CT AVG 91
Rank #54 / 64
Yes
48
Facility 48
CT AVG 39
Rank #46 / 121
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
CT AVG 16
Rank #58 / 84
88.2%
Facility 88.2%
CT AVG 82.1%
Rank #28 / 57
7
10
Facility 10
CT AVG 19
Rank #49 / 76
1.4
Facility 1.4
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #46 / 76
Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
AL
MC
Farmington
134
Facility 134
CT AVG 91
Rank #10 / 64
Yes
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 39
Rank #100 / 121
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 16
Rank #63 / 84
65.7%
Facility 65.7%
CT AVG 82.1%
Rank #48 / 57
12
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 19
Rank #60 / 76
1.4
Facility 1.4
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #46 / 76
Tracy Manor
AL
RESC
West Hartford
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 91
Rank #61 / 64
Yes
79
Facility 79
CT AVG 39
Rank #8 / 121
-
18
Facility 18
CT AVG 16
Rank #27 / 84
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CT AVG 82.1%
Rank #1 / 57
1
9
Facility 9
CT AVG 19
Rank #47 / 76
9.0
Facility 9.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #75 / 76
The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods
AL
IL
MC
RC
Darien
102
Facility 102
CT AVG 91
Rank #22 / 64
No
49
Facility 49
CT AVG 39
Rank #40 / 121
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
CT AVG 16
Rank #58 / 84
-6
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 19
Rank #38 / 76
1.0
Facility 1.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #34 / 76

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Overview of The Residence at Summer Street

Located in the Ridgeway-Bulls Head neighborhood of Stamford, Connecticut, The Residence at Summer Street is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Stamford Hospital is about 0.8 miles away, providing residents and families with convenient access to nearby medical care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 84, which is highly walkable. Most everyday errands are within walking distance.

The 200-bed community has served residents for 7 years, making it one of the larger senior living communities in the Stamford area. Residents receive help with activities of daily living, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry. They also receive support through the home’s assisted living, memory care, and respite care programs.

State inspections over the past several years have mainly focused on incident documentation and compliance with community policies. More recent licensing renewal reviews found that the community meets Connecticut’s regulatory requirements.

Families considering memory care or respite care alongside assisted living may want to ask how The Residence at Summer Street coordinates services across its different levels of care.

Contact The Residence at Summer Street

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.

$255/Day

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Overview of Connecticut Baptist Homes

Connecticut Baptist Homes offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, residential care, and skilled nursing in Meriden, CT. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Residential care offers another supportive living arrangement. With several care types available in one community, Connecticut Baptist Homes can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The home has 60 beds. Its one-bed housing option gives one resident a room rather than a shared arrangement. The starting price is $557 per day for a private room.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 20 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of daily nurse staffing assigned per resident.

$557/Day

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Overview of Addison Place at Glastonbury

Addison Place at Glastonbury offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Glastonbury, CT. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to live in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care supports a short term stay when a primary caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Having multiple care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time. Respite care can suit a family seeking temporary support. The community has 81 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A studio is a single private space, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The starting price is $1,773 per month, giving families an initial monthly figure for planning. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. The Signature Dining Program and Signature Social Programming provide organized dining and social activities for residents.

Starting Price $1,773/Month

Contact Addison Place at Glastonbury

Overview of Mary Wade Home

Mary Wade Home offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, adult day care, hospice care, residential care, and respite care in New Haven, CT. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Adult day care provides daytime care for someone who lives elsewhere, hospice care supports a resident at the end of life, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Residential care provides ongoing living arrangements with support available in the setting.

The combination of assisted living, nursing home, and skilled nursing can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Mary Wade Home also provides rehabilitation services, including short term rehab for someone who needs a temporary period of rehabilitation. The home has 45 beds, placing it in the smaller-community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 4 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

A private room starts at $183 per day, and payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Mary Wade Home is in the Fair Haven neighborhood, and its Walk Score is 84, meaning the area is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby errands independently, while community transportation provides an option when a ride is needed. Mary Wade Home may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could change over time and who may benefit from several care settings in one community.

$183/Day

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Overview of Masonic Healthcare Center

Masonic Healthcare Center is a trusted nursing home in Wallingford, CT, offering short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost comfort with its supportive and welcoming environment. Outpatient therapy, 24-hour nursing care, and nutritious meals are also offered to help residents maintain their independence with ease. Through personalized care plans, residents do not have to worry about their healthcare needs.

Recreational games, fitness programs, and social events provide residents with a variety of ways to spend their days happily. A barbershop, a gift shop, and cozy communal spaces are also available for residents’ wellness. The Quinnipiac River Linear Trail, Gaylord Hospital, and public transportation are located nearby, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is a great choice for nursing care in Connecticut, especially with its wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities.

$643/Day

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Overview of Brandywine Litchfield

Brandywine Litchfield offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Litchfield, CT. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. Several care levels are available, which may allow a resident’s needs to change over time without requiring a move to another community.

With 34 beds, Brandywine Litchfield is a smaller community where residents and staff have the opportunity to know one another. Housing includes studios, one bedroom homes, and two bedroom homes, giving residents and couples choices for living alone or sharing a home. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them.

Assisted living starts at $6,450 per month, and memory care starts at $8,000 per month. The memory care area has a secure wing with a kitchen, lounge, and courtyard, combining supervision with shared indoor and outdoor spaces. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are available for residents who need therapy during a temporary recovery stay.

Residents can use a beauty salon, formal and private dining rooms, a pub, an aquarium lounge, and a grand piano area. Culinary staff prepare meals with seasonal ingredients often sourced from nearby farms and markets, while live performances, guided fitness, trivia nights, art classes, and outings to nearby parks and cultural events provide organized activities. Transportation is available for residents who need a ride to participate in activities or manage trips beyond the community.

The area has a Walk Score of 48, making it car dependent, with most errands requiring a car or a ride. For a resident who no longer drives, independent trips for everyday errands generally require transportation support. The community may be a good fit for someone who wants assisted living, memory care, or a temporary respite stay, especially if having several care levels in one community matters as needs change.

$6,450/Month

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Overview of Farmington Station, a Senior Living Residence

In Farmington, CT, Farmington Station, a Senior Living Residence, has two levels of care, memory care and assisted living. Supervision in a secure setting is the basis of memory care, meant for anyone at risk of wandering.

Staff in assisted living step in for bathing, dressing, and medication, and residents live in studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom units. Residents may bring their pets, and there are 134 beds in the community.

Contact Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence

Overview of Tracy Manor

Tracy Manor, located in the peaceful residential neighborhood of West Hartford, Connecticut, is an exemplary senior living community that offers a range of senior services. As a family-owned and operated establishment, Tracy Manor is dedicated to maintaining a higher standard of care. This commitment extends to simplifying the transition for residents, ensuring their comfort and sense of belonging within the community.

With 24/7 care and medication assistance, it caters to seniors at various assisted living levels of care. Alongside these essential services, the home provides convenient transportation options, engaging social events, and efficient housekeeping and laundry services too. Its excellent facilities are conveniently situated near various local amenities as well. Tracy Manor prioritizes resident engagement and a pristine living environment, making it a standout among assisted living homes.

$121/Day

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Overview of The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods

Offering 102 apartments, The Residence at Selleck’s Woods is a two-story assisted living community in Darien, Connecticut. It provides studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to suit different preferences and care needs. The residence has developed into an established choice in Darien in its seven years of operation.

The location on Parklands Drive scores 49 for walkability, so some errands and services are walkable, though most trips need a quick drive. This setting fits residents and families preferring a quieter residential environment.

Connecticut’s Department of Social Services conducts the facility’s regular inspections. Inspections have focused attention on client safety during transportation and drop-off procedures, timeliness in identifying care changes and notifying physicians, emergency response documentation practices, and care team coordination. It’s encouraged that families considering the residence discuss these areas directly when touring.

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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 121 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.

Assisted Living in Connecticut at a glance

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: 39/ 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: 91The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Connecticut. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90