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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Windham County, CT

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 393 independent living facilities in Windham County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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This place is like living in a residential hotel. There are many varied programs--fitness, entertainment and intellectual. The people are welcoming and pleasant because we are all owners in this cooperative...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Laurelmead on Blackstone Boulevard has combined luxurious living accommodations, through individual home ownership, with quality services and amenities since 1994. Designed in the traditional New England style, Laurelmead is situated on 23 acres of wooded, rolling hills overlooking the Seekonk...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Very caring staff. Home like environment and my dad made lots of friends he loved being at Autumn Villa.
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.
We are a private family owned assisted living situated in a country setting in the Town of Cumberland Rhode Island. Our peaceful location makes Autumn Villa an experience to remember for residents and family. On a quiet country road, residents can be free to enjoy the natural setting. Either...
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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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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Great care in memory unit. Clean, attractive facility with excellent food. My husband has dementia and it's his 1st time in a facility. He was apprehensive about it but with encouragement from staff,...
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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again.  Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a...
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
In 1884, Glenmeadow was the first organization in Western Massachusetts to provide a safe place for seniors to live out their retirement years with dignity. Today, we continue to redefine retirement living by providing whatever people need to live a worry-free retirement. We provide 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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This is an older building so I would give the look of it a 3. They offer daily activities such as Karaoke, daily exercise and my mom has taken advantage of the bingo. My parents attitude is now more...
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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.
Delamere WoodsSituated in a picturesque country setting right off route 159 in Hartford County, Delamere Woods in Windsor, CT is an independent living community for those who want to enjoy their golden years in a tranquil environment. While the greenery and scenic landscapes are peaceful, they...
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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.
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Reeds Landing Retirement Community is a member of the Loomis Communities, a not-for-profit organization which has served seniors for over 100 years. The only community in Western Massachusetts offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care under one roof, Reeds Landing...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Windham County, CT

The average cost of senior living in Windham County is $4,950 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pomfret Landing, CT with an average of $3,749 per month.

Independent living costs in Windham County, CT, vs. nearby counties

Windham County, CT
$4,950/mo
$5,286/mo

Independent living costs in Windham County, CT, vs. state and national averages

Windham County, CT
$4,950/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Windham County, CT, vs. other senior living options

$6,128/mo
Independent Living
$4,950/mo

Independent living costs in Windham County, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,899/mo
Studio
$5,969/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,176/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,868/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,240/mo

Senior living costs in Windham County 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: Windham County, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWindham County, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$4,950/mo$6,439/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$6,128/mo$8,586/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,128/mo$8,586/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Windham County, CT:$4,950/mo
Connecticut:$6,439/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Windham County, CT:$6,128/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Windham County, CT:$6,128/mo
Connecticut:$8,586/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Windham County, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Windham County 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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Independent living cost trends in Windham County, CT

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Windham County 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
Windham County, CT$3,426/mo$3,368/mo+1.7%
Connecticut$3,754/mo$3,855/mo-2.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Windham County, CT
2024 average cost:$3,426/mo
2023 average cost:$3,368/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$3,754/mo
2023 average cost:$3,855/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Windham County

Recent reviews for independent living in Windham County

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 Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.

Capitol Ridge at Providence

5.0
I love it here more than you can imagine. The staff is really good and friendly, the food is good and I have a life again. I have one of the largest apartments with a back door and patio which is great because I have a little dog so I can just let her out and watch her from inside. And I love ...
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Windham County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Windham County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Windham County, 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 Windham County 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 Windham County 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
25.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Windham County 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 Windham County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Windham County, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Windham County 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 Windham County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.2%
47%
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