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| Brightview Shelton | IL AL MC | Shelton | 270
Facility
270
CT AVG
111
Rank
#6 / 123 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
CT AVG
47
Rank
#181 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
CT AVG
15
Rank
#92 / 132 |
82.2%
Facility
82.2%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#67 / 101 | 6 | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
19
Rank
#27 / 111 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#25 / 111 |
| The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods | IL AL MC RC | Darien (Darien Downtown) | 102
Facility
102
CT AVG
111
Rank
#60 / 123 | No |
49
Facility
49
CT AVG
47
Rank
#124 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
CT AVG
15
Rank
#92 / 132 | - | 8 | 6
Facility
6
CT AVG
19
Rank
#42 / 111 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#39 / 111 |
| Spring Meadows | IL AL MC | Trumbull (Tashua) | 99
Facility
99
CT AVG
111
Rank
#66 / 123 | No |
20
Facility
20
CT AVG
47
Rank
#211 / 264 | studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 4
Facility
4
CT AVG
15
Rank
#105 / 132 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#1 / 101 | 6 | 2
Facility
2
CT AVG
19
Rank
#27 / 111 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#25 / 111 |
| Atria Crossroads Place | IL AL MC | Waterford | 76
Facility
76
CT AVG
111
Rank
#82 / 123 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
CT AVG
47
Rank
#219 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
CT AVG
15
Rank
#67 / 132 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#1 / 101 | 8 | 3
Facility
3
CT AVG
19
Rank
#32 / 111 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#29 / 111 |
| Edgehill | IL AL MC NH | Stamford (West Side) | 46
Facility
46
CT AVG
111
Rank
#102 / 123 | No |
25
Facility
25
CT AVG
47
Rank
#197 / 264 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
CT AVG
15
Rank
#10 / 132 |
77.3%
Facility
77.3%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#80 / 101 | - | - | - |
| Brookdale Chatfield | IL AL MC | West Hartford (Corbin's Corner) | 84
Facility
84
CT AVG
111
Rank
#76 / 123 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
CT AVG
47
Rank
#94 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
CT AVG
15
Rank
#83 / 132 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#1 / 101 | 9 | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
19
Rank
#18 / 111 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#18 / 111 |
| The Residence at Ferry Park | IL AL MC | Rocky Hill | 75
Facility
75
CT AVG
111
Rank
#83 / 123 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
CT AVG
47
Rank
#130 / 264 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed | 7
Facility
7
CT AVG
15
Rank
#92 / 132 |
64.0%
Facility
64.0%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#92 / 101 | 5 | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
19
Rank
#18 / 111 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#20 / 111 |
| Connecticut Baptist Homes | IL AL NH RC | Meriden | 60
Facility
60
CT AVG
111
Rank
#93 / 123 | No |
14
Facility
14
CT AVG
47
Rank
#230 / 264 | 1 Bed | 17
Facility
17
CT AVG
15
Rank
#45 / 132 |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#22 / 101 | 13 | 31
Facility
31
CT AVG
19
Rank
#71 / 111 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#70 / 111 |
| Atria Larson Place | IL AL MC RC | Hamden (Whitneyville) | 54
Facility
54
CT AVG
111
Rank
#98 / 123 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
CT AVG
47
Rank
#117 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
CT AVG
15
Rank
#67 / 132 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#1 / 101 | 8 | 3
Facility
3
CT AVG
19
Rank
#32 / 111 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#29 / 111 |
| 3030 Park by Senior Living Hospitality | IL AL MC NH | Bridgeport (Brooklawn/St. Vincent) | 23
Facility
23
CT AVG
111
Rank
#117 / 123 | No |
45
Facility
45
CT AVG
47
Rank
#143 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
CT AVG
15
Rank
#29 / 132 |
78.4%
Facility
78.4%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#78 / 101 | 2 | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
19
Rank
#18 / 111 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#33 / 111 |
| Evergreen Woods | IL AL NH | North Branford | 50
Facility
50
CT AVG
111
Rank
#101 / 123 | 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
#83 / 132 |
74.0%
Facility
74.0%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#83 / 101 | 15 | 40
Facility
40
CT AVG
19
Rank
#75 / 111 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#73 / 111 |
| The McAuley | IL | West Hartford | 38
Facility
38
CT AVG
111
Rank
#107 / 123 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
CT AVG
47
Rank
#211 / 264 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
CT AVG
15
Rank
#67 / 132 |
52.6%
Facility
52.6%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#96 / 101 | 3 | 1
Facility
1
CT AVG
19
Rank
#18 / 111 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#25 / 111 |
| Pomperaug Woods | IL AL HC MC NH RC | Southbury (Southbury Historic District No. 1) | 37
Facility
37
CT AVG
111
Rank
#108 / 123 | No |
34
Facility
34
CT AVG
47
Rank
#178 / 264 | Semi-Private / Private Suite / Studio | 16
Facility
16
CT AVG
15
Rank
#60 / 132 |
81.1%
Facility
81.1%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#71 / 101 | 28 | 90
Facility
90
CT AVG
19
Rank
#94 / 111 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#82 / 111 |
| Jewish Senior Services | IL NH AL MC | Bridgeport (North End) | 294
Facility
294
CT AVG
111
Rank
#3 / 123 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
CT AVG
47
Rank
#173 / 264 | Private Rooms | 9
Facility
9
CT AVG
15
Rank
#83 / 132 |
97.6%
Facility
97.6%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#20 / 101 | 37 | 126
Facility
126
CT AVG
19
Rank
#99 / 111 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#83 / 111 |
| Masonicare At Ashlar Village | IL AL MC | Wallingford | 82
Facility
82
CT AVG
111
Rank
#78 / 123 | No |
15
Facility
15
CT AVG
47
Rank
#224 / 264 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 18
Facility
18
CT AVG
15
Rank
#29 / 132 |
92.7%
Facility
92.7%
CT AVG
84.6%
Rank
#38 / 101 | 8 | 4
Facility
4
CT AVG
19
Rank
#39 / 111 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
CT AVG
1.5
Rank
#33 / 111 |
Surrounded by thriving amenities in Waterbury, CT, Enterprise Apartments and Abbott Towers is an astounding community that offers independent living. With purposely built and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community strives to maintain affordability with income-based rents, ensuring those with low incomes can downsize without hassles.
Residents can make new friends and gain meaningful experiences with cozy communal spaces and clubhouse. Several recreation sites and shops are also available nearby, allowing residents to easily access their necessities and leisure opportunities. The community creates the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.
Live a blissful retirement at Josephine Towers, a distinguished community located near St. Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury, CT, offering independent living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community’s beautifully furnished and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans, designed for their comfort and safety. On-site maintenance and laundry spaces are also available for residents’ convenience.
Residents will not feel lonely with a variety of fun recreational activities and cozy communal spaces. With convenient apartment features, residents can prepare delightful meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its friendly setting and state-of-the-art amenities.
Surrounded by thriving local amenities in New Haven, CT, Matthew Ruoppolo Manor is a blissful haven that offers independent living. Dedicated to those 62+, the community has 116 thoughtfully designed and spacious accommodations. Residents can maintain their independence without hassles with supportive services for those with mental disabilities.
Residents are encouraged to participate in exciting activities for their leisure and wellness. With delightful restaurants and recreation sites nearby, residents can easily access their needs and preferences. The community also features on-site supportive housing programs and a food bank for residents’ convenience. Residents make the most of their independence amidst the community’s warm and welcoming environment.
Spend a blissful retirement at Tivoli Gardens, a distinguished community in East Haven, CT, offering independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious one-bedroom apartments, residents are guaranteed comfort and convenience. Residents can keep their peace of mind with on-site maintenance services and a security system.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. With fully furnished kitchens, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents will surely thrive in retirement with the community’s vibrant and friendly environment.
Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Hartford, CT, Marshall Apartments is a distinct community that offers independent living. The community features beautifully designed and spacious accommodations, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents maintain their independence without hassles with the community’s dedicated services.
Residents can spend their days as they please, with delightful local amenities and recreation sites nearby. With convenient apartment features, residents enjoy hassle-free living. The community is ideal for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.
Enjoy the best of your golden years at Faith Manor Apartments, a welcoming 55+ community that offers independent living. Specially designed and spacious one-bedroom apartments are available in a vibrant and friendly setting, ensuring residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay. With on-site maintenance and laundry spaces, residents have a worry-free lifestyle.
Residents have easy access to their needs and various recreational opportunities, with plenty of delightful restaurants and leisure sites nearby. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and top-notch services.
Augustuna Home Glenbrook is a distinct 62+ community in Stamford, CT, offering independent living. Beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations are provided in a warm and nurturing setting, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents enjoy hassle-free living with on-site maintenance and laundry spaces.
With a variety of recreational spaces and thriving local amenities nearby, residents can easily access their necessities and leisure. Residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences with convenient apartment features. The community is great for those looking to live a blissful retirement, especially with its cozy communal spaces and state-of-the-art amenities.
Ideally situated in the quiet setting of Bridgeport, CT, Stratfield I Apartments is a dedicated community that offers independent living. With purposely designed and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, residents enjoy the utmost comfort and convenience. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a on-site management and laundry spaces.
Delightful local amenities and serene recreation sites are available nearby, ensuring residents have easy access to their needs and leisure. With convenient apartment features, residents prepare meals according to their dietary needs. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently, especially with its vibrant and friendly environment.
Experience unparalleled care and comfort with the outstanding senior living community of Masonicare at Mystic in Clara Drive, Mystic, CT, providing a variety of residential care and health and wellness services including assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and palliative care. With its commitment to improving the well-being of adults aged 55 and over, the community features purposely built amenities and 24-hour care to ensure they are well-cared for. Seniors keep thriving with the community’s comprehensive care and support in every phase of their retirement.
A lot of wellness classes are conducted, alongside scenic trails, encouraging residents to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. There is no need to worry about meal preparation with nutritious and delicious meals served to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Masonicare at Mystic also provides various support groups to better enhance seniors’ quality of living in its serene campus.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Independent Living in Connecticut
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 129 independent living communities in Connecticut. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.













