Overview of Edith Johnson Towers

Live a vibrant lifestyle at Edith Johnson Towers, an esteemed community in New Haven, CT, offering independent living. Purposely built and spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments are available for residents’ comfort and convenience. With round-the-clock emergency maintenance and laundry suites, residents can keep their peace of mind.

With its proximity to shopping malls and convenient amenities, residents have easy access to various leisure and wellness opportunities. The community also features a grill and picnic area, promoting social interactions over delectable meals. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s nurturing and friendly setting.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 86 / 100 Rank #15 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 264 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Connecticut that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Laundry
Picnic Area
Shopping
Banking
Touring HoursMonday: 9 AM to 5 PM, Tuesday: 9 AM to 5 PM, Wednesday: 9 AM to 1 PM, Thursday: 9 AM to 3 PM, Friday: 9 AM to 1 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 522 / 917 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Compare Independent Living around New Haven

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.

Edith Johnson Towers
IL
New Haven (Dixwell)-Yes
86
Facility 86
CT AVG 47
Rank #15 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed--
The Towers at Tower Lane
IL
AL
New Haven (The Hill)-No
96
Facility 96
CT AVG 47
Rank #1 / 264
Private Rooms--
Saint Luke’s Senior Housing
IL
New Haven (Dixwell)-Yes
89
Facility 89
CT AVG 47
Rank #7 / 264
Apartment--
The Landing of North Haven
IL
AL
MC
North Haven-Yes
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 47
Rank #224 / 264
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3
Facility 3
CT AVG 15
Rank #113 / 132
1
Matthew Ruoppolo Manor
IL
New Haven (Fair Haven)-No
88
Facility 88
CT AVG 47
Rank #10 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed--

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Connecticut

Edith Johnson Towers is located in New Haven, 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 Edith Johnson Towers

What neighborhood is Edith Johnson Towers in?

Edith Johnson Towers is in the Dixwell neighborhood of New Haven.

Is Edith Johnson Towers in a walkable area?

Edith Johnson Towers has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Edith Johnson Towers?

Yes, Edith Johnson Towers allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Edith Johnson Towers?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Edith Johnson Towers in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Edith Johnson Towers?

Edith Johnson Towers is located at 114 Bristol St, New Haven, CT 06511.

What is the phone number of Edith Johnson Towers?

(203) 772-4646 will put you in contact with the team at Edith Johnson Towers.

Does Edith Johnson Towers provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Edith Johnson Towers 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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