Overview of Cedar Woods

Cedar Woods has built one of the finest independent senior living communities in Branford– prioritizing its inclusive amenities for the welfare of its residents. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while being engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle; they ensure that their residents are healthy and active. Cedar Woods has provided a diverse and inclusive environment, offering a strong sense of family.

The premier community has boasted an elevated lifestyle through the high service they have provided, the independent living lifestyle for seniors. Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and everyday fitness activities with their finest gym equipment. They also provide every private apartment with an emergency call system.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 73 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Amenities & Lifestyle

Three Freshly Prepared Meals Daily
Scheduled Transportation
Weekly Housekeeping
Pet-Friendly Environment
Specific Programsa full calendar of engaging events, a pet-friendly environment.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree freshly prepared meals daily.

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 622 - 636 / 856 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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Dining Services

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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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Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Cedar Woods

Independent Living

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Connecticut

Cedar Woods is located in Branford, 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
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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.
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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.
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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)

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Address 0.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Branford's city center to Cedar Woods's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.97 miles to nearest hospital (Yale Medicine Digestive Diseases)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Woods

What neighborhood is Cedar Woods in?

Cedar Woods is in the Branford Center neighborhood.

Is Cedar Woods in a walkable area?

Cedar Woods has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the address of Cedar Woods?

Cedar Woods is located at 80 Cedar St, Branford, CT 06405.

What is the phone number of Cedar Woods?

(203) 481-6028 will put you in contact with the team at Cedar Woods.

Is Cedar Woods Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Cedar Woods is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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