Page 7 of Best Assisted Living in Connecticut

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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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. 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.
Brookdale Chatfield
AL
IL
MC
West Hartford (Corbin's Corner)
-Yes
58
Facility 58
CT AVG 39
Rank #23 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
CT AVG 17
Rank #54 / 84
-7
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 76
0.1
Facility 0.1
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #15 / 76
Essex Meadows
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Essex (Ivoryton)
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 89
Rank #49 / 64
Yes
24
Facility 24
CT AVG 39
Rank #82 / 120
-
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 17
Rank #79 / 84
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
CT AVG 83.5%
Rank #31 / 56
5
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 19
Rank #43 / 76
1.6
Facility 1.6
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #49 / 76
Brookdale West Hartford
AL
MC
West Hartford
-Yes
40
Facility 40
CT AVG 39
Rank #60 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
CT AVG 17
Rank #2 / 84
-6
16
Facility 16
CT AVG 19
Rank #58 / 76
2.7
Facility 2.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #62 / 76
Spring Village at Stratford
AL
MC
RC
Stratford (Oronoque)
-Yes
44
Facility 44
CT AVG 39
Rank #55 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 17
Rank #72 / 84
-1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 76
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 76
AVIVA West Hartford
AL
IL
MC
RC
West Hartford (West Hill Historic District)
-Yes
35
Facility 35
CT AVG 39
Rank #67 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
CT AVG 17
Rank #67 / 84
-1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 76
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 76
Leeway
AL
NH
PC
RESC
SNF
New Haven (East Rock)
30
Facility 30
CT AVG 89
Rank #56 / 64
No
23
Facility 23
CT AVG 39
Rank #84 / 120
-
17
Facility 17
CT AVG 17
Rank #38 / 84
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
CT AVG 83.5%
Rank #19 / 56
9
81
Facility 81
CT AVG 19
Rank #72 / 76
9.0
Facility 9.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #75 / 76
Charter Senior Living of Orange
AL
IL
MC
RC
Orange
-Yes
46
Facility 46
CT AVG 39
Rank #50 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 17
Rank #72 / 84
-1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 76
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 76
KindCare Assisted Living at Bristol
AL
MC
RC
Bristol
-Yes
75
Facility 75
CT AVG 39
Rank #10 / 120
Suite
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 17
Rank #72 / 84
-3
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 19
Rank #23 / 76
0.7
Facility 0.7
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #28 / 76
All American Assisted Living at Enfield
AL
MC
RC
Enfield (Hazardville)
-No
46
Facility 46
CT AVG 39
Rank #50 / 120
Shared / Private Studio
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 17
Rank #72 / 84
-4
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 76
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #16 / 76
The Residence at Westport
AL
IL
MC
RC
Westport (Staples)
-No
58
Facility 58
CT AVG 39
Rank #23 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 17
Rank #63 / 84
-4
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 19
Rank #28 / 76
0.8
Facility 0.8
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #30 / 76

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CT assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 121 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Brookdale Chatfield

Brookdale Chatfield offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in West Hartford, CT. Independent living means having a private residence with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another care level can happen within the same community. Housing includes studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences, with layouts that can work for someone who wants a companion. The starting price is $4,405 per month, giving families a baseline for budgeting.

Respite care is available for short stays when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community. Residents can use the pool, salon, spa, landscaped grounds, and walking paths for recreation and personal care. Chef prepared meals are served, and menu chats give residents a way to share food preferences and dietary needs. In Corbin’s Corner, the area has a Walk Score of 58 out of 100, meaning some errands can be completed on foot, while transportation is available for trips that require another option.

Starting Price $4,405/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Essex Meadows

30 Bokum Rd, Essex, CT 06426
Overview of Essex Meadows

Situated in Essex, CT, Essex Meadows offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, hospice care, and independent living. With 24-hour staffing, residents have access to services at all times. Rehabilitation services also provide recovery support to improve residents’ ability to function.

The community has 45 beds, with an occupancy of 86.7%. Moreover, Medicare and private pay are accepted, with private rooms starting at $603 per day, while semi-private rooms start at $517 per day.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 58 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Pets are also allowed, so residents can keep an animal companion in the community.

Starting Price $5,695/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Brookdale West Hartford

Brookdale West Hartford in Connecticut is a senior care facility providing assisted living, secured memory care, and short-term respite stays. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans give residents flexible living options, with larger layouts accommodating couples or companion living. On-site care teams support individuals needing daily personal assistance or specialized cognitive supervision, allowing residents to maintain private apartments while receiving tailored care.

Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks and medication management. Secured memory care delivers continuous supervision for individuals living with cognitive challenges or wandering risks, while temporary respite programs assist primary family caregivers needing short-term relief. On-site features include chef-inspired dining, a salon, walking paths, an outdoor courtyard, creative activities, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Financial coverage operates through private payment arrangements. The community is in a car-dependent neighborhood with a walk score of 40, so off-site errands and medical appointments generally require a personal vehicle or scheduled community transportation.

Interested individuals exploring assisted living or memory care options can contact Brookdale West Hartford to check apartment availability or arrange a tour.

$4,085/Month Info Pricing updated on February 7th, 2026

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Overview of Spring Village at Stratford

Spring Village at Stratford offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Stratford, CT. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia, and respite care supports a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away.

The range of care can suit a resident whose needs may change over time or a family seeking temporary support. Located in the Oronoque neighborhood, the community has a Walk Score of 44, placing it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in, and housing includes studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences for a single resident or a couple moving together.

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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.

Starting Price $3,500/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Leeway

Leeway provides nursing home care, assisted living, palliative care, residential care, and skilled nursing in New Haven, CT. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management, and residential care provides a supported living setting.

Leeway serves individuals with HIV/AIDS and includes community case management to coordinate services around each resident’s care needs. The community opened in 1995 and has 30 beds, creating a smaller setting where residents and staff can become familiar with one another. Located in the East Rock neighborhood, Leeway may be a good fit for a person living with HIV/AIDS whose needs range from residential support to skilled nursing.

Rehabilitation services and short-term rehabilitation are available for someone who needs a time-limited setting for recovery and therapy. A private room starts at $500 per day, with payment options including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 23 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of nursing time allocated to each resident daily, and supportive housing is also part of Leeway’s programs.

$500/Day Info Pricing updated on May 21st, 2026

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Orange

Situated in Orange, CT, Charter Senior Living of Orange is a trusted senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Providing a liberating lifestyle, the community ensures most of its residents’ chores are handled, complemented with personalized care services – including assistance with activities of daily living like dressing and bathing. Residents are guaranteed a welcoming and cozy residence with a wide selection of floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and shared apartments.

Recognized as Best Assisted Living, Best Independent Living, and Best Memory care by U.S. News and World Report, the community proves its excellence in delivering unmatched care and senior living services. With nursing care, and a wellness and fitness center that provides on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapies, residents are guaranteed to receive the support and care they need.

Starting Price $5,995/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of KindCare Assisted Living at Bristol

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.

$3,895/Month Info Pricing updated on March 6th, 2026

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Overview of All American Assisted Living at Enfield

As a newly opened assisted living community in Enfield, All American at Enfield offers a resident-focused retirement experience. All American at Enfield specializes in assisted living, memory care, and respite care services that cultivate growth and independence for seniors. Through its resident-focused approach to retirement, individuals maintain a lifestyle that allows them to live in the moment.

The All American at Enfield’s lifestyle is driven by world-class hospitality, ensuring seniors start a new chapter of their lives in an environment that helps them age with grace and dignity. Featured accommodations include a library, a dining room, multiple lounge areas, outdoor spaces, a full-service salon, and a fireplace.

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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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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: 89The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Connecticut. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90