Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Connecticut average: 84%Shady Oaks Assisted Living
Assisted Living · Bristol, CT
Shady Oaks Assisted Living
Assisted Living · Bristol, CT
Overview of Shady Oaks Assisted Living
Shady Oaks boasts an elegant and welcoming assisted living atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect for 62+ seniors. The vibrant assisted senior living home performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff. For over 15 years, Shady Oaks has continued to treat its residents like family in a nurturing, home-like environment.
The lifestyle at Shady Oaks includes help services, such as medication management, 24-hour availability of caregivers, transportation and housekeeping, home-cooked meals, specialized programs, engaging activities, and wellness programs.
17 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 15 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Connecticut average: 84%Occupied beds
40 / 40
Average residents per home in Connecticut
102 per day
AwardsBest Assisted Living 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022; CT Family Business of the Year 2024; Great Place to Work Certified 2025-2026; Humanitarian Home of the Year 2021; BBB A+ Rating
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2009
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2027
License NumberAL0002
Does not accept Medicaid
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Minimum Age62
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Shady Oaks Assisted Living
Assisted Living
Inspection History
In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.
Since 2018 · 8 years of data
5 deficiencies
3 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Connecticut state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2018 vs. Connecticut state average
Latest Inspection
July 31, 2025
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 5 | 19 | This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (5 vs. CT avg 19). Click this badge to view the full Connecticut ranking.↓ 74% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2018.
| 0.6 | 2.4 | This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CT avg 2.4). Click this badge to view the full Connecticut ranking.↓ 75% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.7 | 1.5 | This facility has 13% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1.7 vs. CT avg 1.5). Click this badge to view the full Connecticut ranking.↑ 13% worse |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | CT Average | vs. CT Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 3 | 13 | This facility has 77% fewer total inspections than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (3 vs. CT avg 13). Click this badge to view the full Connecticut ranking.↓ 77% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Shady Oaks ALSA’s inspection record has been mostly clean since late 2018, with no deficiencies found in the three most recent renewal inspections, including the latest on July 3, 2025. The facility corrected five medication management and complaint documentation deficiencies identified in November 2018, as confirmed by a January 2019 plan of correction involving an independent nurse consultant. No complaints were substantiated or cited in any inspections from 2019 through 2025, indicating consistent compliance with state regulations.
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Assisted Living in Connecticut
Shady Oaks Assisted Living is located in Bristol, Connecticut.
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4.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bristol's city center to Shady Oaks Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6.09 miles to nearest hospital (Hospital for Special Care)
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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| Shady Oaks Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bristol (Stevens Street) | - | Yes | 15 | - | 17 | - | A+ | 5 | 5 | 1.0 |
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MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bristol | - | No | 75 | Suite | 2 | - | - | 5 | 2 | 0.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shady Oaks Assisted Living
What neighborhood is Shady Oaks Assisted Living in?
Shady Oaks Assisted Living is in the Stevens Street neighborhood of Bristol.
Is Shady Oaks Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Shady Oaks Assisted Living has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Shady Oaks Assisted Living?
According to CT state health department records, Shady Oaks Assisted Living's license number is AL0002.
When does Shady Oaks Assisted Living's license expire?
According to CT state health department records, Shady Oaks Assisted Living's license expires on September 30, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Shady Oaks Assisted Living?
Shady Oaks Assisted Living's occupancy is 100%.
Are there photos of Shady Oaks Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Shady Oaks Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Shady Oaks Assisted Living?
(860) 583-1526 will put you in contact with the team at Shady Oaks Assisted Living.
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