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Overview of Brookdale Gables Farmington

Brookdale Gables Farmington is a continuing care retirement community in Farmington, CT, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels in one community, Brookdale Gables Farmington may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time.

Private rooms give each resident a single personal living space. Pets are allowed, so residents who want to live with a companion animal can do so. A fitness center and therapy room provide dedicated spaces for exercise and therapy activities, and the beauty and barber shop brings personal grooming on site.

Transportation and outings give residents ways to take part in activities beyond the community without arranging every ride themselves. The courtyard, garden, and greenhouse offer places to spend time outdoors and work on gardening.

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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock

Settled in the beautiful community of Shelton, CT, the Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can select from an array of accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and memory care studio. Those with cognitive conditions are given diverse memory care programs including personalized 24/7 needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment and therapeutic experiences like research-based sensory programs.

As an award-winning senior living community, residents can enjoy a wide range of high-quality amenities and services. These include concierge services like weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen service, and transportation assistance. Experience inspired dining with delectable and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories within the shared spaces of this beautiful community like the walking paths and landscaped gardens. Engage in diverse activities and community events such as exercise classes and outings to further enhance wellness and engagement. With Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.

$5,930/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Waveny LifeCare Network

There are nine care types at Waveny LifeCare Network in New Canaan, CT. As a continuing care retirement community, it takes in independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care, plus home care, hospice care, and respite care.

Independent living involves maintaining a private residence while still having access to community services, but without daily assistance. Assisted living includes aides, who manage medications in addition to assisting with bathing and dressing. The memory care area is kept secured, with supervision incorporated. In the skilled nursing area, a licensed nurse is present every hour of the day and night.

Home care happens at the individual’s own home. Hospice care gives support for individuals near the end of life. An exhausted family caregiver can arrange for respite, a short-term stay that gives them a rest. Needs can expand here without relocating, as every level exists within the same community.

Across 106 beds, each resident receives an average of 5 hours and 10 minutes of total nurse staffing a day, representing hands-on nursing time. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay can all be used for payment here.

Housing is available as studios or one-bedroom residences. Studios give one open private space, whereas a one-bedroom separates the bedroom from the living space.

Short-term rehabilitation occurs on site, meaning therapy doesn’t involve scheduling transportation elsewhere. Therapeutic recreation is included in the program as well. Through telemedicine, certain medical consultations can occur remotely.

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Overview of The McAuley at the Mercy Community

The McAuley at the Mercy Community in West Hartford, CT, offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and nursing care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment, independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, and nursing care is for residents who need nursing support.

Several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level of care does not require leaving the community. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences; a studio is one private space, while a two-bedroom can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

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Overview of Anthology of Farmington

Anthology of Farmington offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Farmington, CT. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Housing includes studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences, with choices for a single private living space, a larger individual residence, or a layout suitable for a companion. The starting price is $5,500 per month, giving families a baseline for monthly budgeting.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. A sun filled courtyard provides outdoor space, while fitness classes, gardening, bingo, and trivia offer options for exercise, gardening, and group games. Northbridge Communities owns Anthology of Farmington.

Starting Price $5,500/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge

Powered by highly skilled professionals, Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge (Formerly The Linden at Woodbridge) is a leading senior living community in Woodbridge, CT, offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. A range of living options are offered to residents, ranging from studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, giving residents plenty of options to choose their ideal residence. Nursing care and personal care are available to ensure residents’ care needs, from assistance with daily living to more complex requirements like memory care are met.

Fostering an engaging and lively living environment, the community offers a variety of life enrichment programs and activities. An excellent culinary team is also available to deliver carefully prepared meals tailored to residents’ dietary preferences and requirements. Moreover, amenities like a bistro, library, Main Street common area, full-service salon, and gorgeous outdoor areas, ensure residents never run dry of things to stay engaged.

$3,795/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Waterbury Gardens

Waterbury Gardens is a 72-bed senior care facility located on Cedar Avenue in Waterbury, Connecticut, about three miles from both the city center and UConn Health Waterbury Hospital. Set in a residential area, the community provides daily assistance with personal care and household tasks.

The home, which has been in operation for about a year, offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with 24-hour security and supportive household services. Daily life features scheduled fitness programs, recreational activities, and interest groups designed to keep residents socially connected. The physical layout includes private rooms and shared common areas for socializing with family and neighbors.

The surrounding neighborhood has a walk score of 50, indicating a moderately walkable location where some errands can be completed on foot, though most trips will require a vehicle. The community accepts Medicaid, providing an eligibility pathway to assist families with the cost of daily care.

Families looking for a moderately sized care option with Medicaid coverage in the New Haven County area can reach out directly to discuss room availability and care planning.

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Overview of Carriage Green at Milford

Carriage Green at Milford is an assisted living facility in Connecticut that has earned numerous awards for its outstanding services. They not only offer top-notch assisted living but also provide specialized memory care at dedicated memory care locations. Conveniently situated near a plethora of restaurants, entertainment venues, and shops, residents can enjoy a vibrant and enriching lifestyle with everything at their fingertips. Carriage Green takes great pride in providing tailored care for each resident, ensuring that their needs are met in accordance with assisted living guidelines and memory care best practices.

With thoughtful services like transportation, weekly housekeeping, and groundskeeping, residents can savor their days with ease and comfort. Engaging outings, events, and classes are regularly organized, fostering a sense of community and joy. Residents can indulge in a range of amenities, including a well-equipped fitness center, a welcoming library, and even an ice cream parlor, making every day a delightful adventure. Carriage Green at Milford truly stands as a cherished home where seniors can embrace a life filled with joy and comfort.

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Overview of Benchmark at Newtown

Burrowed in the quiet community of Newtown, CT, Benchmark at Newtown is a tight-knit senior living community that offers exceptional Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short Term Care. Residents experience focused and attentive care with personalized care services perfectly aligned to their every want and need. Settle into welcoming and carefully built accommodations with a wide selection of floor plans to choose from, including spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments.

Make the most of each day, pursuing interests, hobbies, and comfort with a well-curated calendar of activities and inviting amenities. Find relaxation and leisure in thoughtfully designed common spaces, such as an assisted bathing spa, barber & beauty salon, well-equipped exercise studio, and cozy entertainment room. A culinary team creates a joyous dining experience with fresh, delicious meals inspired by residents’ unique dietary preferences and needs.

Starting Price $6,845/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Countryside Manor of Bristol

Countryside Manor of Bristol was a nursing home, assisted living, home care, and hospice care provider in Bristol, Connecticut. It discontinued all services effective March 28, 2025. While it operated, nursing home care provided licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living supported daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Home care brought support to a person’s residence, and hospice care focused on end of life support. The community had 90 beds and private rooms, so each resident had an individual room rather than sharing with another resident. Payment options included Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare may cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help with longer term costs for eligible residents, and private pay uses personal funds. Pets were allowed under the community’s stated policy, giving residents the option to keep a pet while the community operated.

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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: 40/ 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: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Connecticut. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90