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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in West Cheshire, CT
If you’re looking for assisted living in West Cheshire, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in West Cheshire or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in West Cheshire.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in West Cheshire for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 16 assisted living facilities in the West Cheshire area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Torrington, Torringford and Newberry Corner.
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9.6
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38 reviews
I would tell them to be aware that anything extra has a price. For a nurse to administer meds it costs extra. To have your meal in your room instead of the dining room it costs extra, that was some of 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.
The Village at East Farms is a cozy country estate situated on a picturesque, 34-acre wooded hilltop. An authentic covered bridge, lavish gardens, and rolling panoramas provide the staging for a nine-hole putting green. At East Farms you will find private walking paths and gazebos that grace...
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9.3
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42 reviews
The facility is clean, food is good and the health care workers are great. They help getting my mother to meals and activities.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Maple Woods at Hamden is located south of Sleeping Giant State Park on a hilltop overlooking the town center of Hamden, CT. This community boasts skyline views of New Haven and picturesque views of Long Island Sound. We are convenient to shops, cultural, and business attractions. Our superb...
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13 reviews
The staff is very helpful and very kind. They are very, very good to my mom. It is a little bit expensive, but worth the money. I would and already have recommended The Landing of North Haven to others I...
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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8.9
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42 reviews
It was the only place we looked at based on word of mouth. Also saw that they won many awards for outstanding service. And the location was very convenient.. We love The Village at Kensington Place!
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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21 reviews
What we like the most about the Southmayd Home for Women, is that we feel that our loved one is in a safe place. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Southmayd Home to other...
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.
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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Yes, staff goes out of their way to be helpful. As a family member they allow me to be able to know Mom is cared for 24/7 when I'm not with her which gives me the freedom to do the things I still need to do....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Located in Southington, Connecticut, The Orchards provides easy access to shopping, medical services and other services offered in downtown Southington. Each resident enjoys the privacy of their own studio, one or two bedroom apartment with all the benefits of a full service community. The...
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15 reviews
[name removed] has been several times, and mom is more alert, participating in exercises, engaging in conversations! Much improvement! The place is beautiful open, sunny, all the members are smiling, saying...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Mulberry Gardens of Southington is a not-for-profit residential assisted living community that offers a warm and caring atmosphere with an exemplary health care staff. There are 2 levels of care in our community; assisted living and our secure memory care neighborhood...
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It's a good place, and the people are friendly. I have been pleased with the place itself. I am not sure it's a good fit for my loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Marbridge Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut. Cheshire, which has been ranked among Money magazine's 100 best places to live, is known for its beautiful parks. Roaring Brook Park is a beloved destination for visitors and town...
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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.
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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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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.
East Ridge Manor is an assisted living community located in the historic town of Meriden, CT. Situated in New Haven County, half way between New Haven and Hartford, Meriden is home to some of the most beautiful views in the state. At East Ridge Residential Care, you can be sure that the staff's...
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Cost of assisted living in West Cheshire, CT
The average cost of senior living in West Cheshire is $10,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Torrington, CT with an average of $8,526 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in West Cheshire
Recent reviews for assisted living in West Cheshire
The Village at South Farms in Middletown, CT
4.6
I would recommend The Village at South Farms to others looking.
Brookdale Gables Farmington
4.0
They have a nice location, it is a bigger more active community. Care has been good, wish they offer a bit more of a personal touch, encourage my dad a bit more to do things and offer events that include the families. But my dad likes to keep to himself so....Overall we r happy with this ...
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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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews at Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, The Village at East Farms, and The Village at Kensington Place praise the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, creating a welcoming environment for residents and their families.
Varied activities and engaging socialization. Communities like Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, The Village at East Farms, and Mulberry Gardens of Southington offer a range of activities, including both indoor and outdoor events, catering to various interests and promoting socialization among residents.
safely enclosed outdoor areas. Reviews for Mulberry Gardens of Southington mention the secure fencing around outdoor areas, allowing residents to enjoy the gardens and grounds without the worry of wandering off.
Personalized care and accommodation. Families at The Landing of North Haven and The Ivy at Watertown express their satisfaction with the individualized care and attention provided by staff in accommodating their loved ones' needs and preferences.
Communication and transparency with families. Communities, such as Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, The Village at East Farms, and The Village at Kensington Place, maintain open lines of communication with families, ensuring they are informed about their loved ones' care and well-being.
Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews for Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, The Landing of North Haven, and The Ivy at Watertown consistently mention the cleanliness, upkeep, and overall appeal of the communities' living spaces and common areas.
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West Cheshire review score based on 44 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 14 West Cheshire assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The West Cheshire 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
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Review subcategories for West Cheshire 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 44 reviews of 14 West Cheshire assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare West Cheshire 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.West Cheshire, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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West Cheshire assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Cheshire assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Cheshire, 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 West Cheshire 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 West Cheshire that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in West Cheshire 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 West Cheshire Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Cheshire 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 West Cheshire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in West Cheshire 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 West Cheshire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Cheshire 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 West Cheshire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Cheshire
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Connecticut assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in West Cheshire protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Village at Stratford, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Farmington and Maplewood at Orange are the top-rated assisted living facilities near West Cheshire, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 16 assisted living facilities near West Cheshire, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in West Cheshire, Connecticut are Spring Village at Stratford, Maplewood at Orange and The Residence at Brookside. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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