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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: 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: 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: 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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I was looking for a place for my Mom who has dementia. She has no medical issues other than that so I was hesitant to put her in a large nursing facility as she gets fretful if there is too much activity. ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Dawn Hill ManorThe Dawn Hill Manor assisted living community lies quietly on a magnificent estate in beautiful Northport Village, New York. The expansive grounds, replete with a waterfall feature, gardens and plenty of walking space are a perfect complement for the central mansion. Dressed in...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Cost of assisted living in East River, CT

The average cost of senior living in East River is $7,792 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New London, CT with an average of $5,764 per month.

Assisted living costs in East River, CT, vs. nearby cities

East River, CT
$7,792/mo

Assisted living costs in East River, CT, vs. state and national averages

East River, CT
$7,792/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in East River, CT, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,792/mo
$7,906/mo

Assisted living costs in East River, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,361/mo
Private
$4,700/mo
Studio
$6,409/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,776/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,669/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,128/mo

Senior living costs in East River 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: East River, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast River, CTConnecticutU.S.
Assisted Living$7,792/mo$8,586/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$7,906/mo$8,586/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$8,508/mo$6,439/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
East River, CT:$7,792/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
East River, CT:$7,906/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
East River, CT:$8,508/mo
Connecticut:$6,439/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in East River, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in East River 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in East River, CT

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in East River 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
East River, CT$6,446/mo$6,405/mo+0.6%
Connecticut$6,367/mo$6,373/mo-0.1%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
East River, CT
2024 average cost:$6,446/mo
2023 average cost:$6,405/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$6,367/mo
2023 average cost:$6,373/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East River, CT

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in East River.

What families are saying about assisted living in East River

Recent reviews for assisted living in East River

The Atrium at Rocky Hill

4.4
My dad liked being at the atrium. I thought he would have received better health care, but I guess that's not what they do. My dad contracted shingles on his face, and it took a while to be treated correctly. Overall, it was a much better place than the nursing home he is in now.

The Bristal at East Northport

4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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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.

East River review score based on 1,041 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1041 reviews of 207 East River assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East River review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

East River review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
East River, CT207 facilities
8.6
8.3
Madison Center, CT221 facilities

Review subcategories for East River assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,041 reviews of 207 East River assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East River resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
East River, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.7
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.6
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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East River assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East River assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East River, 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 East River assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in East River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East River, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.9%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East River assisted living

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 East River Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East River, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East River assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East River, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
55.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in East River assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East River, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
51.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East River assisted 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 assisted living communities in East River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East River, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
63.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
46.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in East River

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Connecticut assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in East River protect seniors.
Learn about Connecticut assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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