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.
Moving your parents Into an assisted/independent living facility is never an easy decision. That said, When dealing with a place as lovingly and impeccably managed as the Atria Darien, You immediately gain...
I’m glad I placed my mother here. She is well cared for and close by. As a former librarian she seems comfortable with their interactive classes and activities. The people interaction is most important and...
My loved one is a resident at The Watermark at 3030 Park and overall the experience has been great. Even though we love the facility, the cost does seem high each month with the buy in. We do love the PT...
The Mews is the perfect place for our mom. The staff is friendly and attentive and its small size makes it easy for her to get acquainted with all of the residents. The food is excellent and she is enjoying...
Moving your parents Into an assisted/independent living facility is never an easy decision. That said, When dealing with a place as lovingly and impeccably managed as the Atria Darien, You immediately gain...
Yorktown Assisted Living has all of the best aspects of a warm, loving and caring home. Residents' rave about the incredible quality of the cuisine. The list of activities is too long to list here but it...
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...
Staff is super friendly and always treat the residents with kindness and respect even when they are difficult at times or agitated. I'm always amazed at how calm and kind the staff remains I would and...
What I like the most about The Residence at Summer Street are the staff members and other residents living here. They are exceptional!! {name removed] explanation's and introductions were very impressive and...
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...
She's happy at Colebrook Village . She's made a lot of friends and loves the activity . It's very clean and pleasant atmosphere. The food isn't as good as it should be . Some meals are very good though....
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...
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...
Everyone is very nice and, in general, responsive. The aides are lovely, and that is a big plus. The nurses are also kind. Communication with the family is adequate and I would recommend the facility. For...
Wonderful people, very helpful and knowledgeable at Brookdale. All questions were answered and the staff was friendly and always willing to help.
Connecticut independent living communities don’t have to be licensed or inspected unless they provide assisted living services. In these cases, the independent living community or Managed Residential Community must be licensed as an Assisted Living Services Agency (ALSA) by the Department of Public Health’s Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.[01]
Managed Residential Communities, or stand-alone independent living communities, can provide the following basic services to residents:[01]
Many of our Connecticut partner independent living communities also provide assisted living services, and these communities are allowed to provide care services once they’re licensed as an ALSA. Visit our Connecticut assisted living laws and regulations page to learn more about this care type.
Other than a typical age minimum of 55 or 62 years, independent living communities don’t usually have resident requirements. However, since you’re looking into renting an independent living apartment, it may be helpful to understand your rights as a renter in Connecticut.
Because independent living units are rented similarly to traditional apartments, you have certain rights under the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).[02]
You also have rights as a renter in Connecticut. These rights include your responsibilities, such as paying rent on time and respecting your neighbors, as well as what your landlord is responsible for. In Connecticut, landlords are responsible for the areas below:[03]
Connecticut State Department of Public Health
410 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06134
Phone: 860-509-8000
Email: askdph@ct.gov
Our free tool provides options, advice, and next steps based on your unique situation.
If the independent living community you’re interested in also provides assisted living services, you can view their inspection reports and license status. The Facility Licensing and Investigations Section of the Department of Public Health inspects Assisted Living Service Agencies (ALSAs) once every two years and makes the reports available to the public.[01]
To view inspection reports for your prospective community, visit the State of Connecticut License Lookup site. Choose Assisted Living Service Agency from the “License Type” menu, and type the name of a specific community in the “Business Name/DBA” textbox. Then, choose Connecticut from the “State” menu, click the “Submit” button, and click the blue “Details” button to view a report.
Connecticut Compendium of Residential Care and Assisted Living Regulations and Policy. 2015 ed. Assisted Living Services Agency, Residential Care Homes.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Reasonable accommodations and modifications.
CTLawHelp. Renters have legal rights.
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