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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Canaan, CT
If you’re looking for independent living in the East Canaan area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in East Canaan. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 256 independent living facilities in East Canaan, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Newberry Corner, West Torrington and Drakeville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Litchfield, Lenox and Granby.
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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.
Our April Time Residential Care Home is conveniently located in the classic Manchester, Connecticut. Nestled among New England's picturesque scenery and quiet community, we pride ourselves on having an array of well-maintained apartments as part of our beautiful living community. We are known for...
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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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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.
Assisted Living at Luther Ridge means affordability, comfort, security, and community. Brand new private studio apartments have a separate bedroom area, modern kitchen, emergency pull cord, and 24-hour concierge for security and response. Each has a large bathroom with walk-in shower and bench....
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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A Pleasant Home Alternative for the ElderlyToday’s challenge in the long-term care business is to create suitable shelter and care solutions to meet the steadily increasing needs of an elderly community of people who can no longer remain totally independent but who do not require nursing care.The...
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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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Cost of independent living in East Canaan, CT
The average cost of senior living in East Canaan is $6,890 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $3,798 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Canaan, CT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Canaan, CT vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Canaan vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in East Canaan
Recent reviews for independent living in East Canaan
Maplewood at Danbury
4.3
What our family likes the most about Maplewood at Danbury is that they reach out to us and keep us informed of concerns/issues as well as positive news about my parent's adaptation to their new environment and social activity.
Middlewoods of Farmington
4.6
I have been a resident (independent) for 17 1/12 years. The community is just the right size (# of residents). The staff is welcoming and friendly, although I do not need care services, it's important to know it 's available. A resident can be as involved in the community as they whish to be. I ...
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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
East Canaan independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Canaan independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East 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 East 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 East Canaan 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
21.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in East 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 East Canaan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East 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 East Canaan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
26.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence, Maplewood at Danbury and Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Canaan, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 256 independent living facilities near East Canaan, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in East Canaan, Connecticut are Maplewood at Danbury, Arbors of Hop Brook and Southwick Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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