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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Lyme, CT

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 14 independent living facilities in East Lyme, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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My daughters helped me find Elmbrook and it has been amazing. Whenever I have any issues with anything, everyone here tells me the truth and gets it fixed right away. I appreciate that. I love that everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Now doing in person tours!Elmbrook Village at Bozrah opened in September 2019. Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Elmbrook Village was designed to maximize the amount of natural light available and has 115 apartments with a variety of styles. We have some of the largest...
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My mother recently moved into this facility. I was concerned that she would not leave her apartment but she has made several friends and is attending activities. I surprised her brought my children to a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Exciting NEW enhancements are now complete at Atria Crossroads Place! Extensive renovations include refurbished common spaces, an upgraded salon, a modern bistro, redesigned restaurant and private dining room with outdoor canopy, library, custom fitness center, additional outdoor green space and...
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The kitchen staff sometimes complained that the residents are a little unhappy or rude with how they are not getting the right food but they have a right to complain because we are paying eight or...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the calming, wooded Long Island Sound, Solstice Senior Living at Groton is where our residents enjoy easy access to attractions, museums and entertainment. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care professionals and our proximity to the...
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Crescent point is awesome. My mother who is beyond picky, really loves the staff and the place. I cant say how much this place is wonderful! They even allow her old cat which has made a huge difference.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Exceptional assisted living services in a residential living environment is the cornerstone of Crescent Point at Niantic. Crescent Point captures the spirit of village convenience and accessibility while embracing the neighborhood feel of a front porch and good friends. While the environment is...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located just outside the charming rural Connecticut Village of Essex, Meadowbrook Manor is a wonderful residential care home with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and a professional caring staff. The fully air-conditioned home features private and semi-private rooms, 24 hour care, three home cooked...

Cost of independent living in East Lyme, CT

The average cost of senior living in East Lyme is $5,579 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mashantucket, CT with an average of $3,826 per month.

Independent living costs in East Lyme, CT, vs. nearby cities

East Lyme, CT
$5,579/mo

Independent living costs in East Lyme, CT, vs. state and national averages

East Lyme, CT
$5,579/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in East Lyme, CT, vs. other senior living options

$5,675/mo
Independent Living
$5,579/mo

Independent living costs in East Lyme, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,050/mo
Studio
$5,457/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,368/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,340/mo

Senior living costs in East Lyme vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: East Lyme, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Lyme, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$5,579/mo$6,439/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,675/mo$8,586/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,675/mo$8,586/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
East Lyme, CT:$5,579/mo
Connecticut:$6,439/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
East Lyme, CT:$5,675/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
East Lyme, CT:$5,675/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in East Lyme, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Lyme and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in East Lyme, CT

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Lyme have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Lyme, CT$2,740/mo$2,207/mo+24.2%
Connecticut$3,870/mo$3,639/mo+6.3%
National$3,194/mo$3,045/mo+4.9%
East Lyme, CT
2024 average cost:$2,740/mo
2023 average cost:$2,207/mo
Percent change:+24.2%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$3,870/mo
2023 average cost:$3,639/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,194/mo
2023 average cost:$3,045/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in East Lyme

Recent reviews for independent living in East Lyme

Solstice Senior Living at Groton

4.0
We feel like our loved one is in a good environment! When it comes to the cleanliness, the service is not often provided even though we pay for it! Our loved one had to be transported to the hospital and his alert system he pays for really worked. Our loved one (and others) complain about many ...
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Crescent Point At Niantic

4.3
I'm pleased with the responsiveness of staff and think the pieces are in place for my aunt to have a good experience. I picked this community because of proximity to family and where my aunt used to live.

Colebrook Village at Hebron

5.0
Colebrook is a well designed, beautiful facility. The residents are friendly and care about each other. Our fabulous staff members work tirelessly to keep us involved, safe and cared for.

East Lyme independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Lyme independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Lyme, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Lyme independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Lyme partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Lyme, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in East Lyme independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Lyme communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Lyme, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Lyme independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in East Lyme offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
47%
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