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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: 48/ 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: 109The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Connecticut. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the CT Dept. of Public Health (DPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Southmayd Home for Women
AL
RESC
Waterbury (Hillside Historic District)
34
Facility 34
CT AVG 109
Rank #83 / 94
Yes
39
Facility 39
CT AVG 48
Rank #149 / 237
Private Rooms
19
Facility 19
CT AVG 16
Rank #24 / 115
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
CT AVG 83.3%
Rank #75 / 81
-3
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 19
Rank #57 / 102
5.0
Facility 5.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #89 / 102
The Village at Brookfield Common
AL
MC
RC
Brookfield
-Yes
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 48
Rank #207 / 237
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 16
Rank #8 / 115
-C-4
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 102
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #16 / 102
The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods
AL
IL
MC
RC
Darien
102
Facility 102
CT AVG 109
Rank #46 / 94
No
49
Facility 49
CT AVG 48
Rank #114 / 237
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
CT AVG 16
Rank #82 / 115
--6
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 19
Rank #40 / 102
1.0
Facility 1.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #35 / 102
Atria Stamford
AL
IL
MC
RC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)
-Yes
76
Facility 76
CT AVG 48
Rank #41 / 237
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 16
Rank #58 / 115
--1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 102
The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Ellington
79
Facility 79
CT AVG 109
Rank #59 / 94
Yes
34
Facility 34
CT AVG 48
Rank #162 / 237
1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 16
Rank #79 / 115
--7
5
Facility 5
CT AVG 19
Rank #37 / 102
0.7
Facility 0.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #29 / 102
Brookdale West Hartford
AL
MC
West Hartford
-Yes
40
Facility 40
CT AVG 48
Rank #146 / 237
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
CT AVG 16
Rank #2 / 115
-A+6
16
Facility 16
CT AVG 19
Rank #60 / 102
2.7
Facility 2.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #64 / 102
Pomperaug Woods
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Southbury
37
Facility 37
CT AVG 109
Rank #81 / 94
No
34
Facility 34
CT AVG 48
Rank #162 / 237
Semi-Private / Private Suite / Studio
16
Facility 16
CT AVG 16
Rank #55 / 115
81.1%
Facility 81.1%
CT AVG 83.3%
Rank #59 / 81
-22
90
Facility 90
CT AVG 19
Rank #88 / 102
4.1
Facility 4.1
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #83 / 102
Just Like Home Residential Care Homes LLC
AL
MC
RESC
Shelton
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 109
Rank #94 / 94
No
4
Facility 4
CT AVG 48
Rank #233 / 237
Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 16
Rank #105 / 115
--1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 102
Ridgefield Station Senior Living
AL
MC
Ridgefield
-Yes
63
Facility 63
CT AVG 48
Rank #74 / 237
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
CT AVG 16
Rank #94 / 115
--1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 102
Brookdale Chatfield
AL
IL
MC
West Hartford (Corbin's Corner)
-Yes
58
Facility 58
CT AVG 48
Rank #86 / 237
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
CT AVG 16
Rank #75 / 115
--7
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 102
0.1
Facility 0.1
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #15 / 102

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Overview of Southmayd Home for Women

Southmayd Home for Women offers a unique blend of residential living and assisted care within its charming premises. The home boasts a warm and modest ambiance, and its dedicated staff members are truly exceptional in their daily interactions with the residents. Operating independently from Medicare, Southmayd is run by local community members, ensuring that all decisions are made with the best interests of the residents in mind.

The home upholds a century-long tradition of funding approximately half of the living costs, making it a more affordable option for senior women seeking a family-like experience. With the assurance of dedicated staff and a range of amenities, residents can enjoy the benefits of assisted living without the burdensome costs typically associated with other assisted living homes.

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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 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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Overview of Atria Stamford

Specializing in independent living, Atria Stamford has built one of the finest senior living communities in Stamford– prioritizing its inclusive amenities for the welfare of its 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 Stamford has provided a diverse and inclusive environment, offering a strong sense of community in the heart of Stamford.

The premier community has boasted an elevated lifestyle through the services that they have provided for independent living and assisted living seniors. Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, daily fitness activities with their finest gym equipment, private apartments with an emergency call system, 24-hour resident nurse and podiatrist present, and a primary care physician who visits weekly.

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Overview of The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care

Offering assisted living and memory care, The Ivy at Ellington Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 79-bed community on West Road in Ellington, Connecticut. The three-story building has served older adults for seven years and is located in a neighborhood with a walkability score of 34, where a few nearby destinations can be reached on foot, while most errands and visits require transportation.

Residents receive assistance with daily activities and specialized support for memory-related cognitive decline. Laundry services, scheduled transportation, home-cooked meals with an emphasis on healthy cuisine, social activities, and fitness programs help support daily comfort and overall well-being.

State inspections have identified areas for improvement involving nursing oversight, fall prevention and management, and post-incident documentation.

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Overview of Brookdale West Hartford

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.

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Overview of Pomperaug Woods

Located within the serene town of Southbury, Connecticut, lies Pomperaug Woods. This picturesque haven offers a myriad of living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice care, ensuring that residents’ unique needs are met with utmost care and dedication. Convenience is key at Pomperaug Woods, as its prime location provides easy access to a wealth of recreational opportunities and essential amenities.          

As residents enter this home, they are greeted by the sight of a serene garden, inviting them to indulge in moments of tranquility and reflection. For those seeking entertainment, a captivating theater room awaits, offering delightful movie nights and engaging performances. The community buzzes with life, hosting events like happy hours and art classes, fostering creativity, socialization, and pure delight. Most importantly, accommodations are designed to cater to individual preferences, with residents having the choice of well-appointed studio or one- and two-bedroom apartments. Each living space is thoughtfully crafted to ensure optimal comfort and convenience, allowing seniors to savor their golden years in style and contentment.

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Overview of Just Like Home Residential Care Homes

Located in the serene neighborhood of Shelton, CT, Just Like Home Residential Care Homes is an inviting senior living community that offers assisted living and specialized memory care services to residents dealing with the challenges of memory loss. The community offers an intimate living environment designed to accommodate just six and seven seniors, guaranteeing personalized care and focused attention. Residents have peace of mind knowing that they are provided with round the clock care by dedicated caregivers devoted to deeply knowing and understanding residents’ pain points and needs and providing them the appropriate care.

The community ensures residents live comfortably in their thoughtfully designed residences with en-suite bedrooms, a flat screen TV, linen and housekeeping services for a cozy and maintenance-free living. Residents also enjoy an array of spaces designed to foster connections and relaxation, including inviting community areas, beautifully landscaped grounds, and an expansive backyard deck for birdwatching and fresh air. With an intimate setting and family-like atmosphere, residents enjoy a well-supported and fulfilling retirement experience.

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Overview of Ridgefield Station Senior Living

Ridgefield Station Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care in Ridgefield, CT. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Residences include studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments, giving a single resident, a couple, or someone who wants a companion different layout options.

Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when they move in. A Walk Score of 63 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Brookdale Chatfield

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. 

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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 122 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.