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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 122 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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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: 113The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Connecticut. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Connecticut

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The Suffield House
AL
NH
Suffield
128
Facility 128
CT AVG 113
Rank #43 / 119
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 / 102
0.7
Facility 0.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #34 / 102
Edgehill
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Stamford (West Side)
46
Facility 46
CT AVG 113
Rank #100 / 119
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----
Essex Meadows
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Essex (Ivoryton)
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 113
Rank #101 / 119
Yes
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 / 102
1.3
Facility 1.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #55 / 102
3030 Park by Senior Living Hospitality
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bridgeport (Brooklawn/St. Vincent)
23
Facility 23
CT AVG 113
Rank #114 / 119
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 / 102
0.5
Facility 0.5
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #30 / 102
Evergreen Woods
AL
IL
NH
SNF
North Branford
50
Facility 50
CT AVG 113
Rank #99 / 119
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 #70 / 102
2.7
Facility 2.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #70 / 102
Leeway
AL
NH
PC
RESC
SNF
New Haven (East Rock)
30
Facility 30
CT AVG 113
Rank #110 / 119
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 #86 / 102
7.4
Facility 7.4
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #95 / 102
StoneRidge Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Mystic
40
Facility 40
CT AVG 113
Rank #103 / 119
Yes
24
Facility 24
CT AVG 47
Rank #199 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 86.8% ----
Meadow Ridge
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
West Redding
59
Facility 59
CT AVG 113
Rank #95 / 119
Yes
-
Facility -
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 #72 / 102
2.7
Facility 2.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #70 / 102
Bradley Home & Pavilion
AL
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Meriden
30
Facility 30
CT AVG 113
Rank #110 / 119
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 / 102
1.6
Facility 1.6
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #60 / 102
Waveny LifeCare Network
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
New Canaan (Farm Road)
106
Facility 106
CT AVG 113
Rank #59 / 119
No
12
Facility 12
CT AVG 47
Rank #242 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed- 65.8% ----
Academy Point at Mystic
AL
MC
RC
Mystic
77
Facility 77
CT AVG 113
Rank #81 / 119
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 / 102
0.2
Facility 0.2
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #17 / 102
Sturges Ridge of Fairfield
AL
MC
RC
Fairfield (Mill Plain)
100
Facility 100
CT AVG 113
Rank #62 / 119
Yes
52
Facility 52
CT AVG 47
Rank #115 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
CT AVG 15
Rank #9 / 132
96.0% C-2
5
Facility 5
CT AVG 19
Rank #37 / 102
2.5
Facility 2.5
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #68 / 102
The Guilford House
AL
NH
SNF
Guilford
75
Facility 75
CT AVG 113
Rank #82 / 119
Yes
32
Facility 32
CT AVG 47
Rank #186 / 264
-
18
Facility 18
CT AVG 15
Rank #30 / 132
94.7% A+37
129
Facility 129
CT AVG 19
Rank #96 / 102
3.5
Facility 3.5
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #83 / 102
Atria Stamford
AL
IL
MC
RC
Stamford (Ridgeway-Bulls Head)
-Yes
76
Facility 76
CT AVG 47
Rank #43 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 15
Rank #66 / 132
--1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 102
Brookdale Wilton
AL
MC
Wilton (South Wilton)
64
Facility 64
CT AVG 113
Rank #91 / 119
Yes
32
Facility 32
CT AVG 47
Rank #186 / 264
1 Bed
48
Facility 48
CT AVG 15
Rank #2 / 132
93.8% A+8
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 19
Rank #40 / 102
0.8
Facility 0.8
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #37 / 102
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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 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 Whitney Center

Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Hamden, CT, Whitney Center is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community also provides assisted living, memory support, rehabilitation services, and skilled nursing to meet residents’ healthcare needs. With especially designed and spacious floor plans, residents can find the right accommodation according to their preferences.

Residents will not run out of things to do, with plenty of recreational events and engaging programs. Delightful restaurants and shops are also available nearby, ensuring residents can easily access their needs and leisure. With its vibrant and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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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.

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AVIVA West Hartford

1 Hamilton Heights Dr, West Hartford, CT 06119
Overview of Aviva West Hartford

Operating for 3 years, Aviva West Hartford is a 3-story building at 1 Hamilton Heights Drive in West Hartford, Connecticut. It provides a breadth of housing options spanning studio and one and two-bedroom units to cater to different preferences and needs.

The area around Aviva West Hartford has a Walk Score of 35, meaning it’s somewhat walkable. While a few nearby services may be accessible on foot, most trips demand transportation. This setting may charm occupants and families preferring a quieter neighborhood environment over a busier commercial area.

Aviva West Hartford underwent a state licensure process that resulted in a Change of Ownership Consent Order. Key operational areas were addressed: staffing, medication management, abuse prevention, infection control, and quality assurance. The facility was approved to operate.

To see the room options and daily environment, the best way is for families considering Aviva West Hartford to tour it in person.

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Overview of The Residence at Westport

Five years into its run, The Residence at Westport occupies a three-story building at 1141 Post Rd E in Westport, Connecticut. It covers a wide range of care: assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, all under one roof, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to choose from. The Walk Score here is 58, moderately walkable, so some errands work on foot while others still need a car.

Rehabilitation services, nursing services, and 24-hour staffing cover the medical side, while medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry handle the day-to-day. Respite care is available too, for families who need short-term coverage rather than a permanent move.

The Engagement Program builds in continuing education, cultural activities, physical wellness, and recreational time, giving residents more than a loose activities calendar to work with.

Connecticut’s Department of Public Health, through its Facility Licensing and Investigations Section, handles the state inspections here. Past reviews have tended to center on resident rights and protections and how care gets documented.

Between the range of care types, the rehabilitation and nursing services layered on top of daily support, and a named engagement program, The Residence at Westport is built for residents who may need to shift between care levels over time, without needing to leave the building to do it.

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Overview of Marbridge Retirement Center

Marbridge Retirement Center is a cutting-edge assisted living and memory care facility offering beautifully designed assisted living apartments and specialized memory care facilities. With an impressive 30 years of experience, their dedication to exceptional care is evident, making them a trusted choice in the Cheshire community. What sets them apart is their all-inclusive pricing, ensuring simplicity and transparency for residents and their families. Emphasizing a warm and inviting atmosphere, Marbridge exudes a true sense of home, providing fully furnished accommodations upon request, along with tailored diets, housekeeping and laundry services, and expert medication administration.

At Marbridge, they understand the unique needs of their residents, offering respite care options to provide families with peace of mind. Within their thoughtfully designed memory care facilities, they provide specialized care and support to individuals with cognitive challenges. From its comprehensive care services to their state-of-the-art amenities, Marbridge Retirement Center remains at the forefront of compassionate senior living.

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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 Lutheran Home of Southbury

Lutheran Home of Southbury. is a trusted nursing home in Southbury, CT, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults can feel at ease during their stay. 24-hour care, therapy services, and nutritious meals are among the exceptional services provided to improve residents’ living experiences. With its wellness-centered approach, the community doubles its efforts to meet residents’ healthcare needs to help them recover and return to their routines with ease.

Here, residents have more opportunities to try new interests and maintain social connections, through a variety of activities and exercise programs. Cozy living spaces and state-of-the-art rehabilitation amenities are also provided to ensure residents’ healing and relaxation. Surrounded by lush trees and local amenities, the community guarantees a laid-back retirement. This nursing home is one of the finest options for senior living in Connecticut, as it has a wide range of care options and dedicated services.

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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.

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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.