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Photo of Brookdale West Hartford
1212 Photos available
9.1
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61 reviews
9.1
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61 reviews
5 star
39%
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40%
3 star
16%
2 star
3%
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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.
Live The Life You WantNo one deserves to spend their golden years worrying about being alone in the event of an emergency or caring the heavy burden of family care alone. That’s why our assisted living and memory care community is here to provide personalized care plans, spacious and comfortable...
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Photo of Brookdale Chatfield
1212 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.5
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44 reviews
8.5
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44 reviews
5 star
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We felt very sure and comfortable that mom was being taken care of kindly and properly. We were informed of everything that was happening with mom immediately. The staff is knowledgeable and kind. They...
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.
From the moment you walk through the door of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in West Hartford, you will feel peace and comfort. To be honest, you might even feel a little bit giddy. It may have something to do with the beautiful common areas, private...
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Photo of Hoffman Summerwood Community
2121 Photos available
8.0
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9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
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Operations Manager had her eye on the ball and is very communicative and helpful in marketing the property and answering questions. Everyone from the Activities Director, Food Service Manager, and ...
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.
Hoffman SummerWood Community is a national award-winning senior living rental community located in the quiet northeast corner of West Hartford. Our members enjoy their own beautiful apartment, featuring a fully applianced kitchen, living room, bedroom, and handicap accessible bathroom. We...
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9.9
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29 reviews
9.9
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29 reviews
5 star
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I moved here five years ago and quickly felt right at home. Both residents and staff are relaxed and friendly. Residents are treated with caring and respect, and staff go out of their way to meet our needs. ...
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.
Evergreen Crossings offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Evergreen Crossings top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities will include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one monthly rent payment and no...
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9.5
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28 reviews
9.5
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28 reviews
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The administrator is wonderful. Activities are fabulous. My Aunt is very happy there, and the staff is happy to help the whole family.
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.
Located minutes from historic downtown Avon, our brand new community is nestled on beautiful farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.Our dining room offers "Anytime Dining" from 7am-7pm, a...
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1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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50 reviews
9.4
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50 reviews
5 star
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The Residence at Glastonbury surpassed my expectations in care, nutrition, services, lodging and meaningful activities. Great staff. We went from independent living to memory care and hospice in place.
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.
The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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Photo of Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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39 reviews
9.3
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39 reviews
5 star
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We would give everything a 5 except for the food. The food could use some variation according to a few residents. However, my loved one loves it there and he has made several acquaintances since he began his...
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.
The Lodge at Cold Spring provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within beautiful grounds in the heart of Rocky Hills, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities and the convenience of living near all the things that make life great. We're just...
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Photo of Middlewoods of Farmington
1111 Photos available
9.2
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25 reviews
9.2
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25 reviews
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The food is why I gave it a 4. My mother in law is having problems with the gluten free options. I think the apartment size and location of the community is all good. I would definitely recommend it, my...
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.
You can feel it the minute you walk through the front door, something is different at Middlewoods of Farmington! Perhaps it is the smell of home-made cookies baked by residents wafting from the Country Kitchen. Or maybe it is the warm greeting from the Receptionist. Or could it be the friendly...
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Photo of Middlewoods of Newington
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55 Floor plans available
9.2
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16 reviews
9.2
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16 reviews
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Would give every category of five. Middlewoods has proved to be the perfect placement for [name removed]. We are extremely pleased with the staff, the size, and the friendliness of the staff and clients. I...
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.
Are you looking for Award-Winning Assisted and Independent Living? If so, Middlewoods of Newington is the place for you! Within the last year the community was awarded the following: • Assisted Living Federation of America’s "Champion for Seniors"; • Connecticut Assisted Living Association's...
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Photo of Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
66 Photos available
9.2
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75 reviews
9.2
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75 reviews
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My husband loved his 2 respite care stays at Farmington Station. He had absolutely no complaints and neither we did I. I would have to give them a 5 for all 7 categories.
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.
Farmington Station offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences, features 89 assisted...
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Photo of Holiday Farmington
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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111 reviews
9.2
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111 reviews
5 star
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My niece is the one who was at the facility . They were very kind to her. They were very helpful. They were very informative. Even the residents were very nice. My brother in law made friends immediately and...
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.
Village Gate of Farmington provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within beautiful, scenic grounds just outside of Hartford, you'll love the elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of the nearby town. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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Photo of Brookdale Gables Farmington
11 Photo available
9.1
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68 reviews
9.1
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68 reviews
5 star
43%
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They have friendly staff, great activities, fair food and dining, apartment is adequate size with new floors and carpet and new appliances, but old cabinets . It was easily the best deal of the three places...
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.
Quality Care and Peace of MindIf you want to exchange the humdrum senior living experience for one that offers you personalized care plans, a warm and welcoming atmosphere with resort-like amenities and endless opportunities to engage in activities, programs and events, look no further. Our...
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Photo of Connect55 Plus Manchester
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9.1
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11 reviews
9.1
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11 reviews
5 star
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I put n/a for some of the categories. This is not a nursing home. There's no food served. This is an apartment complex for 55 and over seniors. Like I said, it's not a nursing home. It's just folks and...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of River Ridge at Avon
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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58 reviews
9.1
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58 reviews
5 star
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We were very pleased with our uncle's care while he was there. He passed away a few days ago. We would recommend River Ridge to others. Thanks.
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.
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We are conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the...
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Photo of Avery Heights
1515 Photos available
8.9
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23 reviews
8.9
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23 reviews
5 star
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Staff is warm, very helpful, and competent. The activities are wonderful. My father has come into his own there. He is encouraged to participate and feel a part of the community. The facilities are amazing....
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.
For over 60 years, Avery Heights has earned a solid reputation for providing seniors with seamless care, convenient living, and extraordinary value. As a rental-only community, you won’t have to deal with the burden of paying entrance fees or negotiating complex contracts—yet you’ll still have...
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Photo of Anthology of Simsbury
11 Photo available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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29 reviews
8.9
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29 reviews
5 star
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Mom was at [community removed] (Now Skybrook) for several months. The facility is newer and inviting. More importantly, the people are amazing - professional, caring, comforting. Mgmt, staff, chefs, they...
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.
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Photo of Boulder Ridge
44 Photos available
8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
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It's awesome!! Beautiful facility and property. Mom is extremely happy with living there. There are no activities at this complex. Mom wishes there was!! It's all independent living. We picked this...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you're 55 or over with an eye toward quality, in search of a senior living community, you'll find what you want, at the price you want at Boulder Ridge in Canton, Connecticut. Conveniently located on the Canton-Avon line, this age-restricted Metro Prime senior living community is just a short...
Photo of The Residence at Ferry ParkCommunity card badge
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8.2
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68 reviews
8.2
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68 reviews
5 star
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Even though my mom was only to experience a short stay, her and our experience was top notch. The room and size of it were excellent and very clean!! [names removed] handled all our questions with...
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.
Our assisted and memory care community is nestled on ten beautiful acres in Connecticut, providing a warm and inviting background for the perfect senior living experience. With spacious and comfortable accommodations that feel like home, events and activities that nourish that soul and...
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Photo of Shady Oaks Assisted Living
1111 Photos available
8.2
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11 reviews
8.2
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11 reviews
5 star
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I give them all a 5 as Shady Oaks is a very well run facility. They sent me an update on my mother's recent visits from their doctor and changes in her medication just today. The staff onsite is very nice...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Shady Oaks provides strong nursing in a cozy and loyal home. Bristol Press readers voted us Best of Bristol in 2022, 2021, & 2020. We average 4.9/5 stars in 70+ online reviews. We are a smart alternative to 24hr. home care and nursing homes.Strong Nursing: We excel at high end nursing,...
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Photo of Anthology of Farmington
1919 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.7
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30 reviews
7.7
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30 reviews
5 star
43%
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We never thought we would find an assistant living facility which combines a staff that genuinely cares for its elder clients, having an almost new facility, serving food that compares with a 4-star...
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.
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Photo of Atria Greenridge Place
1313 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
7.2
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40 reviews
7.2
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40 reviews
5 star
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Atria Greenridge Place for the memory care is just what we were looking for. They are very attentive to all the residents. They keep them engaged unlike some of the other facilities just sitting and watching...
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.
At Atria Greenridge Place, you'll enjoy all the comforts of home and just the right amount of discreet support to help you live independently. This inviting community is situated in a residential neighborhood in Rocky Hill, next to Wethersfield and Newington. You'll find warm, friendly neighbors...
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I would highly recommend it. It is very nice, clean, the people are friendly and it's quiet. If I had to downsize again, this would be the place to look into. I have told friends already and recommended it...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome Home The Court of Saint James is a unique retirement community with amenities for living a good life. The location is less than one mile from the Center of West Hartford, Connecticut which boasts exceptional shopping and delightful dining. The Court of Saint James is an affordable,...
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Although founded by the Sisters of Mercy, residents have diversity of faiths (Christian & Jewish) as well as non-practicing. Most residents live independently and there is one floor dedicated to assisted...
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.
Located on a 40-acre campus in West Hartford, CT adjacent to Saint Joseph College, The McAuley features beautifully landscaped grounds and lovely views of Avon Mountain.  Best of all, when you live at The McAuley, you're just minutes away from the area's most popular attractions -- the...
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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.
If you're 55 and over, there's no better choice for active adults than Stonebridge, an apartment community that's designed with you in mind. Discover spacious apartments ideal for senior living in a great location, at a price you can live with. Conveniently located off the Berlin Turnpike in...
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Whispering Pines II is a beautiful development, carefully maintained by a thoughtful staff. I have been a resident here for about 3 years, and found the neighbors are just friendly enough, the grounds are...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Whispering Pines II, a beautiful apartment community that offers seniors independent living at rents that make sense. Set in the heart of prestigious Avon, Connecticut this age-restricted community is designed for those 62 and over, with easy access to restaurants, medical services and...

Cost of independent living in West Hartford, CT

The average cost of senior living in West Hartford is $5,849 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $3,798 per month.

Independent living costs in West Hartford, CT, vs. nearby cities

West Hartford, CT
$5,849/mo
$5,815/mo

Independent living costs in West Hartford, CT, vs. state and national averages

West Hartford, CT
$5,849/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in West Hartford, CT, vs. other senior living options

$9,959/mo
Independent Living
$5,849/mo

Independent living costs in West Hartford, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,514/mo
Studio
$5,349/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,190/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,090/mo

Senior living costs in West Hartford 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: West Hartford, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Hartford, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$5,849/mo$6,439/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$9,959/mo$8,586/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$9,959/mo$8,586/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
West Hartford, CT:$5,849/mo
Connecticut:$6,439/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
West Hartford, CT:$9,959/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
West Hartford, CT:$9,959/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in West Hartford, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in West Hartford 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.

West Hartford, CTCT stateNational

Independent living cost trends in West Hartford, CT

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in West Hartford 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
West Hartford, CT$3,099/mo$3,522/mo-12.0%
Connecticut$3,754/mo$3,855/mo-2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
West Hartford, CT
2024 average cost:$3,099/mo
2023 average cost:$3,522/mo
Percent change:-12.0%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$3,754/mo
2023 average cost:$3,855/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in West Hartford

Recent reviews for independent living in West Hartford

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

The Ivy at Watertown

4.5
The Ivy at Watertown is beautiful, we have no problems there at all, the services are fine and the rooms are beautiful. We have had a few meals there ourselves and they are really good. The activities also seem to be fine. The staff also are really good about bringing our loved one his ...
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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.

West Hartford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Hartford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Hartford, 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 West Hartford 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 West Hartford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Hartford, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in West Hartford 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 West Hartford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Hartford, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Hartford 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 West Hartford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Hartford, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale West Hartford, Brookdale Chatfield and Hoffman Summerwood Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Hartford, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 62 independent living facilities near West Hartford, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in West Hartford, Connecticut are Colebrook Village at Hebron, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks and Southwick Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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