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10 Best Nursing Homes in Washington, CT

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Washington nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Washington, CT may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Washington or another care type is right for you. Browse 32 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Washington.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Newberry Corner, West Torrington and Torringford.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Stormville, Woodville and Sandy Beach.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Washington, CT

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2828 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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89 reviews
9.8
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89 reviews
5 star
76%
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Thank you for all the care and compassion you show my uncle. He receives great care and has everything he needs everything he needs everyday.
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.
Spring Village at Danbury is a boutique, affordable assisted living community specializing in enhanced care, located in the heart of Danbury, CT. We offer a safe option for people who wish to live independently with minimal assistance and for those who need an individualized approach to care. We...
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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90 reviews
9.8
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90 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
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3 star
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What we like the most about the community is that they seem to be very invested in the quality of life for the residents. If we have had any concerns they address them fairly quickly.
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.
Maplewood at Danbury has the unique feeling of a country inn, carefully blending a comfortable yet elegant decor, an enthusiastic staff, engaging social enrichment and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients to create a unqiely special memory care and assisted living community. ...
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2222 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.6
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35 reviews
9.6
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35 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
11%
3 star
3%
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I have many friends that have lived in this community. The way they are treated and taken care of is out of this world. The employees show so much care and attention to detail its amazing. The food is...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
Photo of Monarch Southbury
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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56 reviews
9.1
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56 reviews
5 star
71%
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We are in the early stages of this transition for our folks, so far we believe the staff there, aids and RN's alike have gone above and beyond for us. We are very Thankful and Grateful for how our parents...
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.
Monarch Southbury, formerly known as Motif by Monarch, is located in the Southbury area, which is full of natural beauty, and our community makes the most of Mother Nature's finest. Located on Main Street South in Southbury, Connecticut, Motif is set against rolling green hills, with several...
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99 Photos available
9.1
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12 reviews
9.1
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12 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
17%
3 star
8%
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The place is beautifully decorated and that makes my mom feel special. They had a new "fall recognition system" put in to all of the apartments and we really liked that.
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.
Welcome to The Linden at Brookfield. Here, you and your family will find a strong and true community with personal care services that inspire and delight. Our unique focus on wellness partners with our high-end amenities allows residents to go from ‘let’s dance!” to “let’s relax,” as they want....
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1818 Photos available
9.1
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40 reviews
9.1
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40 reviews
5 star
59%
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she is higher functioning than others in her wing (just AL) and i would like them to encourage her more to spend time with IL and other areas of the facility
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.
Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with choice. Great restaurants, brain and body fitness courses, fantastic events and assisted living,...
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1818 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.5
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21 reviews
8.5
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21 reviews
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The staff is all wonderful, very positive, and always helpful. They have a new Culinary Institute of America trained chef who has upped the menu. Apartments are great with new finishes (carpet, appliances...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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2020 Photos available
8.5
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23 reviews
8.5
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23 reviews
5 star
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They were great with mom, but limited to what she needed, she needs 24hr care, I really thought they were a great fit, but mom needed more. The staff was great especially nurse [name removed], when she...
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.
Families who want for their loved one a more personalized residential care experience than the typical franchise facility have long seen Southmayd Home as a local jewel. For well over a century, Southmayd has provided ladies around greater Waterbury residential living with assisted care- at a...
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1717 Photos available
8.0
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9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
67%
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It was very homey and everyone was very friendly. I saw other places that were very impressive, opulent almost, but they didn't feel like home. Also, the apartments are really spacious, well appointed and...
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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22 Photos available
7.7
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23 reviews
7.7
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23 reviews
5 star
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They're top notch! Friendly, caring and communicative. I think they're great! My mom coming from a house feels the apartments are small, but after seeing other options, I think they're have a beautiful...
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 The Cottage at Litchfield Hills
99 Photos available
7.1
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30 reviews
7.1
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30 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
23%
3 star
10%
2 star
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1 star
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The staff at this establishment are exceptionall friendly and compassionate, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Their genuine care and attentiveness make all the difference, ensuring everyone feels...
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.
The Cottage at Litchfield Hills, located in the heart of Litchfield County close to Routes 8 and 202, is owned by New England-based Northbridge Communities and their first property in Connecticut and 18th Senior Living Community.The Cottage offers all of the benefits of community living -...
9.8
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47 reviews
9.8
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47 reviews
5 star
85%
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Putnam Ridge exceeded expectations with its rehab programs and friendly staff. My mother’s therapist was motivating and truly cared about her progress. The attention provided by the staff was excellent.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The staff has been extremely attentive. When she was at the cottage, they would ask her if she wanted to do something if she said no they would just leave her watching TV. At Lunabrook they don't ask. They...
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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44 Photos available
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of nursing homes in Washington, CT

The average cost of senior living in Washington is $13,113 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $5,945 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Washington, CT, vs. nearby cities

Washington, CT
$13,113/mo
$7,887/mo

Nursing homes costs in Washington, CT, vs. state and national averages

Washington, CT
$13,113/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Washington, CT, vs. other senior living options

$13,734/mo
$13,734/mo
Nursing Homes
$13,113/mo

Nursing homes costs in Washington, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,565/mo
Studio
$5,511/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,178/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,122/mo

Senior living costs in Washington vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Washington, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWashington, CTConnecticutU.S.
Nursing Homes$13,113/mo$8,586/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$13,734/mo$8,586/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$13,734/mo$8,586/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$12,075/mo$6,439/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Washington, CT:$13,113/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Washington, CT:$13,734/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Washington, CT:$13,734/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Washington, CT:$12,075/mo
Connecticut:$6,439/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Washington, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Washington 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.

Washington, CTCT stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Washington, CT

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Washington 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
Washington, CT$5,850/mo$5,033/mo+16.2%
Connecticut$6,828/mo$6,760/mo+1.0%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Washington, CT
2024 average cost:$5,850/mo
2023 average cost:$5,033/mo
Percent change:+16.2%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$6,828/mo
2023 average cost:$6,760/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Washington

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Washington

The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY

4.0
Mom seems to be doing well here. She has settled in nicely. She does what activities she can due to her dementia. As far as I know, she likes the food I haven't heard any complaints about it. The staff has been friendly and good-natured very professional. The community appears clean and well ...
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Maplewood at Newtown

5.0
Facility offers many activities, food is excellent, very clean, aides very helpful, transportation to Church. I would absolutely recommend Maplewood at Newtown to others!

Church Hill Village in Newtown, CT

4.1
The Church Hill Village community is a spectacular place and the staff members there are so friendly and great. Their dining halls are nice but according to our loved one sometimes the meals are spectacular and other times not so much - it depends on the chef who is cooking that day.

Washington nursing homes services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Washington nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Washington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Washington, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.6%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.6%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.6%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Washington nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Washington Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Washington, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.6%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
64.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Washington nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Washington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Washington, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
64.3%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Washington nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Washington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Washington, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
64.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
0.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Washington nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Washington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Washington, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
64.3%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.3%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
64.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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