River Valley Retirement Community

Overview of River Valley Retirement Community

River Valley Retirement Community at 101 Oakview Dr in Trumbull, Connecticut, is an independent living community in a quiet residential neighborhood with a Walk Score of 19. It’s then a car-dependent location where a vehicle is needed for most errands, and nearby walkable choices are limited. This setting captivates residents who value peace and privacy in a suburban setting over urban convenience.

The three-story building offers occupants flexibility in housing choices, with studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartment options to fit varying needs and wants. Pets are welcome, a crucial amenity for residents wanting to bring their companions into their living space. As an independent living community, River Valley Retirement Community is tailored for older adults who are active and healthy enough to live on their own but want community living benefits. Occupants enjoy their own private apartments and maintain full independence, with the option to join community life and activities.

For families contemplating independent living options in Trumbull, the facility offers a residential setting with flexible housing options and a pet-friendly atmosphere suited to people wanting a calmer lifestyle away from busier commercial areas.

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Walk Score: 19 / 100 Rank #217 / 264Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 217th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 566 / 650 / 694 / 706 / 759-1206 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Exercise Programs/Fitness Center

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Safety Systems

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Recreational Activities

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Health Programs

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Security Systems

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Pet-Friendly

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Wi-Fi Access

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Theater Room

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Computer Room

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for River Valley Retirement Community

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Places of interest near River Valley Retirement Community

Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Trumbull's city center to River Valley Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.59 miles to nearest hospital (Bridgeport Hospital)

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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.

Spring Meadows
IL
AL
MC
RC
Trumbull (Tashua)
99
Facility 99
CT AVG 113
Rank #67 / 119
No
20
Facility 20
CT AVG 47
Rank #211 / 264
studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
5
Facility 5
CT AVG 15
Rank #102 / 132
100.0% 6
2
Facility 2
CT AVG 19
Rank #24 / 102
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #22 / 102
3030 Park by Senior Living Hospitality
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Bridgeport (Brooklawn/St. Vincent)
23
Facility 23
CT AVG 113
Rank #114 / 119
No
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 47
Rank #143 / 264
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
CT AVG 15
Rank #25 / 132
88.7% 2
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 102
0.5
Facility 0.5
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #30 / 102
River Valley Retirement Community
IL
Trumbull (Trumbull Center)-Yes
19
Facility 19
CT AVG 47
Rank #217 / 264
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Barnum House
IL
Bridgeport (Downtown)-No
92
Facility 92
CT AVG 47
Rank #2 / 264
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Washington Heights Senior Apartments
IL
Bridgeport (Downtown)-No
87
Facility 87
CT AVG 47
Rank #11 / 264
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Connecticut

River Valley Retirement Community is located in Trumbull, 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).
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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.

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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 River Valley Retirement Community

What neighborhood is River Valley Retirement Community in?

River Valley Retirement Community is in the Trumbull Center neighborhood.

Is River Valley Retirement Community in a walkable area?

River Valley Retirement Community has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at River Valley Retirement Community?

Yes, River Valley Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of River Valley Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 4 photos of River Valley Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of River Valley Retirement Community?

River Valley Retirement Community is located at 101 Oakview Dr, Trumbull, CT 06611.

What is the phone number of River Valley Retirement Community?

(203) 683-6460 will put you in contact with the team at River Valley Retirement Community.

Does River Valley Retirement Community provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — River Valley Retirement Community 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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