Overview of Connect55+ Manchester

Enjoy your best years with Connect55+ Manchester, a distinguished 55+ community in Manchester, CT, offering independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can maintain their independence without hassles with on-site maintenance and a property manager.

A variety of engaging activities and fun programs are conducted, ensuring residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. With fully furnished kitchens, residents enjoy meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to spend retirement independently, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 54 / 100 Rank #106 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsFitness Center, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Clubhouse, WiFi, Grill, Maintenance on Site, Property Manager on Site, Hair Salon, Game Room, Billiards Room, Craft Room, Computer Room, Movie Theater, Gym, Serenity Room, Community Room with Kitchen, Library, Mail Room

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$1,995 per month

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Places of interest near Connect55+ Manchester

Address 2.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Manchester's city center to Connect55+ Manchester's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around Manchester

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.

Type of Care 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.
Bennet Apartments
IL
Manchester (West Side)
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 113
Rank #101 / 119
Yes
85
Facility 85
CT AVG 48
Rank #18 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Connect55+ Manchester
IL
Manchester-Yes
54
Facility 54
CT AVG 48
Rank #106 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Holiday White Oaks
IL
Manchester-Yes
35
Facility 35
CT AVG 48
Rank #175 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Krause Gardens Senior Living
IL
Manchester-No
59
Facility 59
CT AVG 48
Rank #89 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Crockett Fields Senior Apartments
IL
Manchester-No
53
Facility 53
CT AVG 48
Rank #113 / 262
1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Connecticut

Connect55+ Manchester is located in Manchester, 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 Connect55+ Manchester

Is Connect55+ Manchester in a walkable area?

Connect55+ Manchester has a walk score of 54. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Connect55+ Manchester?

Yes, Connect55+ Manchester allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Connect55+ Manchester?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Connect55+ Manchester in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Connect55+ Manchester?

Connect55+ Manchester is located at 140 Spencer St, Manchester, CT 06040.

What is the phone number of Connect55+ Manchester?

(860) 397-6692 will put you in contact with the team at Connect55+ Manchester.

Does Connect55+ Manchester provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Connect55+ Manchester 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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