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Independent Living in Connecticut

Overview of Independent Living in Connecticut

The southernmost state in New England, Connecticut is a popular destination for residents of the New York metropolitan area looking for a scenic getaway — particularly during October, when fall colors are most vibrant. Known as the “Constitution State” for its nation-building contributions following the Revolutionary War, Connecticut is rich with historic Colonial landmarks in cities like Hartford and New London. The southern coastline along the Long Island Sound includes Hammonasset Beach State Park, as well as New Haven, the state’s second-largest city. Here you’ll find Yale University, the antique carousel at Lighthouse Point Park, and the famous New Haven-style thin crust pizza. Although Connecticut can be a bit more expensive than other states, you’ll find it to be a serene, picturesque escape from the big city and an excellent retirement destination.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 90 independent living communities in Connecticut.

The median monthly cost of independent living in Connecticut is about $3,000.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Connecticut

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Maplewood at Orange

245 Indian River Road, Orange, CT 06477
10
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49 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Terri M - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I struggled with in home care for my Mom who has dementia. I felt such guilt to have to move her out of her home. Moving her to Maplewood at Orange is the best decision my family and I could have made. She...

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Atria Darien

50 Ledge Road, Darien, CT 06820
10
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33 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Julie C - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The entire team at Atria Darien, especially [name removed], went out of their way to make our mother’s transition from home to assisted living a great experience. [name removed] attention to detail, patience...

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The Ivy at Watertown

655 Straits Turnpike, Watertown, CT 06795
9.9
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19 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

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...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Greenwich

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The Mews

1/2 Bolling Place, Greenwich, CT 06830
9.2
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16 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Arlene - I live or lived in this community

I picked this community, because this was the first and only facility I looked at and fell in love with it at first sight. It is in a most desirable neighborhood. It is close to highways. It was immaculate...

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Yorktown Assisted Living Residence

2276 Catherine Street, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
10
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25 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Cheryl N. - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Our loved one has been a resident in memory care at Yorktown Assisted Living (YAL) for almost 2 years. Making the decision to move him from home to Yorktown was very difficult and emotional but he needed...

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Atria Darien

50 Ledge Road, Darien, CT 06820
10
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33 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Julie C - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The entire team at Atria Darien, especially [name removed], went out of their way to make our mother’s transition from home to assisted living a great experience. [name removed] attention to detail, patience...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Stamford

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Atria Stamford

77 3rd Street, Stamford, CT 06905
9.7
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64 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Freida L - I'm a current/former resident or client

I have live here for two years and I love it here. I get all my meals taken care of. The staff is great, excercise classes are wonderful. The PT staff is here daily and they are all very helpful. I have no...

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Brighton Gardens of Stamford

59 Roxbury Road, Stamford, CT 06902
9.2
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41 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I like Brighton Gardens of Stamford community. My friends is safe and now interacting with others. The staff is spectacular and the food is very good and well balanced. However, there is always room for...

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The Residence at Summer Street

14 Second Street, Stamford, CT 06905
9.0
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11 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
TR - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I picked this place because, the executive staff that I meet with were so engaging and helpful and are still to this day. Also it was new so it looked so homey and inviting. The rooms, we've have a studio,...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Hartford

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Avery Heights

550 Avery Heights, Hartford, CT 06106
9.9
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15 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My mom is a resident at Avery Heights and the experience has been great. Mom says most of the food is very good. They were giving her two big meals a day. At our family meeting we asked if she could have a...

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Southwick Village

802 College Hwy, Southwick, MA 01077
9.9
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27 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anne S - I'm a current/former resident or client

I have has lived at Southwick Village for several years. The community is set in a beautifully maintained campus with all the amenities I need as I age. Activities, food and most importantly, the staff are...

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Colebrook Village at Hebron

55 John E. Horton Blvd, Hebron, CT 06248
9.8
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33 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Shannon - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Our mom has lived at Colebrook for five years now. We are extremely impressed with how much the staff care! The activities are outstanding and they work hard to find something everyone will enjoy. ...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in West Hartford

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The Holiday Retirement

39 Highland Street, West Hartford, CT 06119
9.7
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10 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Bill S - I'm a current/former resident or client

I have lived at the Holiday since March of 2023. Moving from a larger facility to a homelike environment has been a welcome change. Not one for large gatherings, I would recommend the Holiday for a feel at...

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Brookdale Chatfield

One Chatfield Drive, West Hartford, CT 06110
8.8
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33 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Kearney - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The entire intake process was excellent, from them doing a pre admission assessment to giving us recommendations for movers and utility hookups like phone and cable. We met with staff from executive to...

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Brookdale West Hartford

22 Simsbury Road, West Hartford, CT 06117
8.5
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43 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I get calls from the nursing staff very frequently. My loved one likes the food-loves the ice cream! Housekeeping appears to be good. When I visit, which is frequently, his room and bathroom are clean and...

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