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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Tolland County, CT

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Tolland County 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 Tolland County. 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 27 independent living facilities in Tolland County, 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 West End, Upper Albany and Elizabeth Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Springfield, Hartford and Glastonbury.

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I put n/a for some of the categories. This is not a nursing home. There's no food served. This is an apartment complex for 55 and over seniors. Like I said, it's not a nursing home. It's just folks and...
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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I put n/a for some of the categories. This is not a nursing home. There's no food served. This is an apartment complex for 55 and over seniors. Like I said, it's not a nursing home. It's just folks and...
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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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I have nothing but glowing things to say! By The River is a small facility in Marlborough Ct. it is run by a very wonderful and caring staff. They keep the facility very clean The meals are family style at a...
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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I gave it to them 5+. The experience so far so good, this place is well maintained and clean, people are friendly and respectful so does there administrator staff, they have different type of activities, for...
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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I gave it to them 5+. The experience so far so good, this place is well maintained and clean, people are friendly and respectful so does there administrator staff, they have different type of activities, for...
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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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Cost of independent living in Tolland County, CT

The average cost of senior living in Tolland County is $4,523 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mashantucket, CT with an average of $3,815 per month.

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

Tolland County, CT
$4,523/mo
$5,815/mo
$5,280/mo

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

Tolland County, CT
$4,523/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$8,117/mo
Independent Living
$4,523/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,174/mo
Studio
$6,485/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,046/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,520/mo

Senior living costs in Tolland 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: Tolland County, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTolland County, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$4,523/mo$6,504/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$8,117/mo$9,316/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$8,117/mo$9,316/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Tolland County, CT:$4,523/mo
Connecticut:$6,504/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Tolland County, CT:$8,117/mo
Connecticut:$9,316/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Tolland County, CT:$8,117/mo
Connecticut:$9,316/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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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 Tolland County

Recent reviews for independent living in Tolland 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 South Windsor Farms

5.0
They were very friendly and caring-my father enjoyed it while he was there!!! Always willing to answer any questions I had!! We have a great experience there

Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks

5.0
Just moved in a week ago. The staff has been excellent. They are courteous, pleasant and helpful. The residence itself is clean and well maintained. The few apartment issues were addressed immediately and well. The dining facilities are excellent and dining staff top flight.

Tolland County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tolland County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tolland 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 Tolland 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 Tolland County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tolland County, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Tolland 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 Tolland County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tolland County, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tolland 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 Tolland County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tolland County, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.4%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Colebrook Village at Hebron, Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community and Arbors of Hop Brook are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tolland County, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 27 independent living facilities near Tolland County, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Tolland County, Connecticut are Colebrook Village at Hebron, Arbors of Hop Brook and The Holiday Retirement. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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