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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.
Located just outside the charming rural Connecticut Village of Essex, Meadowbrook Manor is a wonderful residential care home with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and a professional caring staff. The fully air-conditioned home features private and semi-private rooms, 24 hour care, three home cooked...
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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: 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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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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They offer daily activities and they encourage my father in law to participate. He loves the food and the community is clean and well maintained. The staff are nice and are there for you with whatever you...
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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.
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.
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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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.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Water’s Edge Center for Health and Rehabilitation is licensed by the State of Connecticut as a Skilled Nursing Facility, which offers separate and distinct units for Short-Term Subacute Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Hospice Care, Respite Care, as well as traditional Long Term...
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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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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, 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.
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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I like the care here from the great staff at this clean community. The meals are good and they have a great chief. They have a room with a beautiful view over lookng the ocean. I would recommend this...
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.
Seacrest Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the historic and scenic West Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut. West Haven has been an established township since 1648 and sits right along the shoreline, hosting a beautiful and relaxing beach. Our gorgeous senior living...
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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.
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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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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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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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.
Worthington Manor in East Berlin, Hartford County, Connecticut is an assisted living residence built on tradition and dedication to community. This quiet and serene little town has many delicious restaurants and local businesses to haunt on a Saturday shopping spree. East Berlin is a gorgeous...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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: 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: 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: 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, 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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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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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.
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.
Our sprawling 5.5-acre campus has something for everyone with a wide array of activities for energetic adults, as well as those with medical needs. Our casual elegance will make you feel welcome and comfortable.  Jerome Home provides a full service continuum and is here to meet your needs today...

Cost of assisted living in Podunk, CT

The average cost of senior living in Podunk is $8,502 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New London, CT with an average of $5,749 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Podunk, CT vs. nearby cities

Podunk, CT
$8,502/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Podunk, CT vs. the state and national average

Podunk, CT
$8,502/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Podunk vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$8,502/mo
$8,619/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Podunk, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$6,402/mo
Private
$4,625/mo
Studio
$6,384/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,749/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,661/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,128/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Podunk, 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 Podunk.

What families are saying about assisted living in Podunk

Recent reviews for assisted living in Podunk

The Village at South Farms in Middletown, CT

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I would recommend The Village at South Farms to others looking.

Brookdale Gables Farmington

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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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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.

Podunk review score based on 1,165 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1165 reviews of 216 Podunk assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Podunk 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

Podunk review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Podunk 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 1,165 reviews of 216 Podunk assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Podunk 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Podunk assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Podunk assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Podunk, 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 Podunk 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 Podunk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Podunk, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.5%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.3%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.8%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.1%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.2%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Podunk 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 Podunk Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Podunk, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.4%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.8%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Podunk 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 Podunk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Podunk, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.8%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.9%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Podunk 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 Podunk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Podunk, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.6%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.7%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
44.9%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Podunk 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 Podunk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Podunk, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.3%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.9%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.4%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.5%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.2%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.6%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.9%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
56.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
41.9%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Podunk

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 Podunk protect seniors.

Learn about Connecticut Assisted Living regulations

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Spring Village at Stratford, Colebrook Village at Hebron and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Podunk, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 230 assisted living facilities near Podunk, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Podunk, Connecticut are Spring Village at Stratford, Colebrook Village at Hebron and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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