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Photo of The Village at Brookfield Common
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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43 reviews
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They have treated my sister very well only problem is they don't accept Medicaid and my sister money is running out it's too bad the nice places won't accept people when they don't have any money left.
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 Village at Brookfield Common is a haven of tradition and elegance nestled within a community of shops, services, and amenities available to meet your every need, with exceptional convenience. The hillside setting affords a panoramic view from the cathedral-ceilinged dining room, English tea...
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Photo of Holiday Bluebird Estates
2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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44 reviews
9.2
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The place is clean and [name removed] and [name removed] ARE ARE EXCELLENT. Could not ask for nicer. My mom on the other hand is struggling she doesn't really like the food and she has no money for an...
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.
Bluebird Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in Old Bluebird Acres, our grounds were once a thriving apple orchard and Bluebird Estates' scenic landscaping reflects the picturesque beauty of bygone days. You'll love the quiet serenity of our...
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Photo of Heritage Commons
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9.2
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8 reviews
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I would definitely recommend this place, it has been VERY good for me..It's comfy staff, great people, and it's very nice & respectful. There is no complaints.
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.
Heritage Commons offers residents 55 years and older an active, rewarding lifestyle in a warm, friendly community environment. Rental includes a spacious one and two-bedroom or studio unit with full kitchen, utilities, fine dining, housekeeping and linen service, transportation, 24-hour security,...
Photo of Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
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9.2
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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...
Photo of Benchmark at Orchard Valley
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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36 reviews
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The staff is very caring, and friendly makes you feel right at home like you are part of their family! The facility is on the smaller size which is perfect, much more individual attention . The food is...
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.
Orchard Valley at Wilbraham blends the best of assisted living with a small town atmosphere. Known for its working farms and annual peach festival, our community embodies close family ties, fond memories and lasting traditions. Just a short drive from Main Street in Wilbraham, MA, Orchard Valley...
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Photo of Monarch Southbury
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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53 reviews
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What stood out the most is how friendly the staff and residents are to everyone. And how clean everything is. There are many activities daily.
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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Photo of The Ivy at Ellington
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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13 reviews
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Staff is very welcoming and pleasant. They also encourage residents to get involved in the activities. And they have a great number and variety of activities, including shopping trips, parties, and outings...
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 Ivy at Ellington is the newest assisted living residential community from The Arbors Assisted Living Residential Communities. Ellington has its roots as an agricultural community as well as a resort community with Crystal Lake within its boundaries. Conveniently located in Ellington,...
Photo of The Residence at South Windsor Farms
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Clean, Caring attentive staff, on site dr visits, nurses, aids, dining room, activities, hair salon/barber shop. We check 3 other facilities within walking distance and by fair we were and are VERY happy...
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 Residence at South Windsor, our beautiful, new community is nestled on spectacular farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, Wapping Park, I-84 and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.We offer 80 apartments; a combination of 31...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Brookfield
99 Photos available
9.0
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8 reviews
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They staff really cares. They are gentle and genuine. I'm so happy my mom is there. Definitely recommend this community based on the experience we have had so far
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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Photo of Holiday White Oaks
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9.0
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72 reviews
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Friendly helpful and caring staff. Clean facility. Planned activities. Easy to make friends. Varied diet. Well prepared meals. Readily available laundry machines. Meticulous housekeeping staff....
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.
White Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in the charming community of Manchester, you'll love the elegant beauty of White Oaks while enjoying the conveniences of the nearby town. If you're in the mood to explore, you'll...
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Photo of Sweetwood of Williamstown
1212 Photos available
9.0
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5 reviews
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5 reviews
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What we like the most about Sweetwood of Williamstown is the coordination and communication with the family members. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so...
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.
Sweetwood of Williamstown is a vibrant independent living community located in Williamstown, Massachusetts, facing the beautiful mountains of the Berkshires. With its wide range of multigenerational events, educational offerings, fitness, and cultural activities, it attracts and engages a...
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Photo of The Village at Kensington Place
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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46 reviews
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46 reviews
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The activities is unknown she does not participate. She is from Meriden and met people she knew, food is very good. Staff is friendly professional and yes, we would recommend this community to other families...
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 Village at Kensington Place is an elegant country estate nestled among the scenic Hanging Hills of Meriden, CT. Our beautifully manicured campus surrounded by woodlands provides comfortable outdoor sitting areas and the setting for fitness, arts, and leisure activities. A terrace off the main...
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Photo of Avery Heights
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We are liking the Staff and the Facility for Memory care at Avery heights( Burnham home), is bright and clean. They try not to call unless absolutely necessary, but at times we have felt out of the loop on...
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 Brookdale South Windsor
1717 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.9
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54 reviews
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54 reviews
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The first 5 I would give a 5 my mom does not like the food but that goes for every where she's been she is on a mechanical diet I would guess a 4 for the food I would give the activities a 5 there is many...
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.
Brookdale South Windsor is now open for in person visits and move ins!!! Such exciting news - we can now share our family like community with you and your loved one in person ( with safety precautions of course) but you all can see the apartment of your choice. We can also move new resident in...
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Photo of River Ridge at Avon
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Very impressed with the cleanliness. I just checked with my sister and her number one thing that has made it a great experience is that "the staff is kind". I can't put my finger on it but it's just the...
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 Holiday Quail Run Estates
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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We honestly have no complaints. They keep us informed of what's going on, staff is great. The best part is that my brother calls it home.
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.
Quail Run Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Springfield, you'll love the comfortable facilities, our friendly staff and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from...
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Photo of Day Brook Village Senior Living
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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The staff is outstanding. There are plenty of group activities, including area outings. The food is always excellent. The campus is pleasant.
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.
Day Brook Village Senior Living is an accredited, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering a range of housing, healthcare and service options to meet residents’ changing needs. Residents enjoy a retirement lifestyle offering independent living, assistance in living and skilled...
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I never knew about Vassar Warner until I called APFM. This was all new to me and I had no help and no clue. Then APFM told me about this quaint, very personal home and I called immediately. My mom didn’t...
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.
Vassar-Warner Home fills the need for senior adults who require a facility that provides comfort, safety and assistance with activities of daily living in a home-like environment. Seniors who become Adult Home residents of our facility are able to age-in-place while transitioning into our...
Photo of Ruth's House
77 Photos available
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I love Ruth's house everyone nice, it was clean. And lots of activities all day!! My mom passed away and I still go volunteer there!
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.
In 2012, JGS will celebrate 100 years of caring for the elderly in our community. When JGS was first established, the founders made a promise to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services - based upon Jewish traditions and values - to those facing the challenges of aging. Jewish...
Photo of Middlewoods of Newington
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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They make you feel like family. Everyone who works there is accommodating, friendly and professional. Truly a wonderful place!
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 Brookdale West Hartford
1212 Photos available
8.9
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Brookdale has been a great experience for us. My best advice would be to ask tons of questions. They're very knowledgeable. They're very willing to share and they want you to feel comfortable with your...
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 Holiday Farmington
1616 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.9
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104 reviews
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Only the restaurant. I do not like that if a resident is not in the restaurant by 8am, 12noon or 5pm, they might not be served. Also, I was there for 10 days and maybe 2 of those days what was on the daily...
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 Skybrook at Simsbury
11 Photo available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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28 reviews
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It does not feel like Mom is in an institutional place. Yes, I would definitely recommend the place to others. My one little disappointment is that when it moved from Anthologyto Skybrook, they discontinued...
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.
Photo of Armbrook Village
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Very lovely place that tries hard. Compassionate care; outstanding food in memory care; a little expensive; access to the nurses that run the place was somewhat problematic for me (direct communication...
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.
Armbrook Village offers seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted living options as well as a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood featuring innovative, research-based programming for those with memory loss...
Photo of Holiday Manor at Woodside
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8.6
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124 reviews
8.6
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Everyone there is very friendly and helpful. They all made great efforts to make my mom feel at home. I would recommend to others.
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 Manor at Woodside provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. By choosing to call The Manor at Woodside home, residents will experience a warm and distinct senior living lifestyle in the historic Hudson Valley. From the lush green landscaped entrance to the...
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Cost of independent living in Canaan, CT

The average cost of senior living in Canaan is $5,625 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $3,899 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Canaan, CT vs. nearby cities

Canaan, CT
$5,625/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Canaan, CT vs. the state and national average

Canaan, CT
$5,625/mo
U.S. national average
$4,133/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Canaan vs. other types of senior living

$8,005/mo
Independent Living
$5,625/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Canaan, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$5,834/mo
Studio
$5,820/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,927/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,968/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,467/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Canaan over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Canaan

Recent reviews for independent living in Canaan

Heritage Pointe Apartments in Staatsburg, NY

4.0
The community is very friendly and everyone seems very good. I would recommend this community to others

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 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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Variety of activities based on residents' interests. Several communities offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests. For instance, at Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, the residents are described as having formed friendships through the offered activities, which include both in-house events and outings to local att ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a key factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Wellington at Springfield, the meals are noted to be tasty and accommodating to individual preferences, while Holiday Quail Run Estates residents appreciate the flexibility of dining options, includi ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Many reviews comment on the cleanliness and comfort of their community's living spaces. For example, at Holiday White Oaks, residents appreciate the cleanliness of both their apartments and common areas, while Holiday Manor at Woodside residents mention the cozy atmosphere of their community ...
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Canaan independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canaan independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canaan, 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 Canaan 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 Canaan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Canaan, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.4%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.9%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.2%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Canaan 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 Canaan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Canaan, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.4%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.2%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
31.9%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canaan 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 Canaan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Canaan, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.5%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
47%
Dances
Dances
26.4%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.1%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.2%
46.6%
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Maplewood at Danbury, Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community and Spring Village at Danbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near Canaan, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 292 independent living facilities near Canaan, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Canaan, Connecticut are Spring Village at Danbury, Suffield by the River and Eddy Hawthorne Ridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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