Canterbury

Overview of Canterbury

Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of West Hartford, CT, Canterbury Retirement Community is a blissful 55+ community that offers independent living. With fully furnished and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can rest assured of finding the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community also provides weekly housekeeping and linen services, alongside 24/7 security and an emergency medical response, to ensure convenience and safety.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a fun-filled calendar of activities and exciting events is conducted. With fully furnished kitchens, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community has a library, a beauty parlor, and an activities room, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their retirement with ease.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #88 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th out of 262 homes we track in Connecticut for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Connecticut facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
60 / 100

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24/7 Security, Fire and Emergency Medical response

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaCan someone under 55 years of age own the unit, as long as someone 55 and older lives in it?
Minimum Age55+
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Spa
Dining
Transportation
Housekeeping
ActivitiesActivities include field trips every Wednesday, holiday events, birthday parties, and exercise sessions Monday through Friday

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Parking Available

Places of interest near Canterbury

Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from West Hartford's city center to Canterbury's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around West Hartford

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.

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. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
The Court of Saint James
IL
West Hartford
66
Facility 66
CT AVG 113
Rank #89 / 119
No
71
Facility 71
CT AVG 48
Rank #60 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
The McAuley
IL
West Hartford
38
Facility 38
CT AVG 113
Rank #105 / 119
Yes
20
Facility 20
CT AVG 48
Rank #211 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 15
Rank #66 / 132
52.6%
Facility 52.6%
CT AVG 84.2%
Rank #99 / 104
3
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 102
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #16 / 102
Canterbury
IL
West Hartford-No
60
Facility 60
CT AVG 48
Rank #88 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
AVIVA West Hartford
IL
AL
MC
RC
West Hartford (West Hill Historic District)-Yes
35
Facility 35
CT AVG 48
Rank #175 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 15
Rank #113 / 132
-1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 102
The McAuley at The Mercy Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
West Hartford-No
20
Facility 20
CT AVG 48
Rank #211 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 15
Rank #66 / 132
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Connecticut

Canterbury is located in West Hartford, Connecticut.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Connecticut.

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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+
General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).
CT

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age
General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
CT

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+
General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.
Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.
CT

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Benefits
Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.
Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.
CT

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Benefits
Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

Frequently Asked Questions about Canterbury

Is Canterbury in a walkable area?

Canterbury has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Canterbury?

No, Canterbury has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Canterbury?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Canterbury in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Canterbury?

Canterbury is located at 45 Highland St, West Hartford, CT 06119.

What is the phone number of Canterbury?

(860) 232-4833 will put you in contact with the team at Canterbury.

Does Canterbury provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Canterbury is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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