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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Guilford, CT

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Assisted living costs in Guilford average about $6,648 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Guilford. Our detailed directory has 82 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of HarborChase of Madison
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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27 reviews
9.6
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27 reviews
5 star
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HCM provided my 93 year old mother with a wonderful welcome. Staff and residents have been friendly and warm. Everyone has gone out of their way to love her needs. Thank you.
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 Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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1818 Photos available
9.1
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13 reviews
9.1
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13 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
23%
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23%
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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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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Branford
1515 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.5
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10 reviews
8.5
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During my first tour I was so amazed at how friendly all the employees were, I actually suspected they had been coached to act friendly when they saw someone on tour. My suspicion was totally unfounded! ...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
6.6
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32 reviews
6.6
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My mom spent only 6 weeks in another memory care unit at a higher price facility that sent her to the ED twice for agitation and “medication management”. This resulted in a 2 week hospital stay where she...
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.
You can participate in a variety of activities to keep you physically fit and mentally sharp. Walking clubs, dancing, tai chi, and other physical activities will help you maintain and improve your mobility. You can also partake in mentally stimulating activities like open-ended discussions about...
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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.
Green Grove provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community to call home. Located in Guilford, CT, this assisted living community provides a beautiful location for its residents. Guilford is a part of New Haven County, and guests of our residents will enjoy checking out all that the city...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Guilford, CT

The average cost of senior living in Guilford is $6,648 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old Saybrook Center, CT with an average of $5,674 per month.

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

Guilford, CT
$6,648/mo

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

Guilford, CT
$6,648/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,648/mo
$6,648/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,930/mo
Studio
$6,846/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,949/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,753/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Guilford over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Guilford, 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 Guilford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Guilford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Guilford

The Village at South Farms in Middletown, CT

4.6
I would recommend The Village at South Farms to others looking.

Ocean Meadow Memory Care in Clinton, CT

5.0
They have been great. It is a smaller facility so it feels much homier. The staff seems to be very in tune with all of the residents there. They get really personalized care, we really could not be happier. I looked at 4 different places and this one was by far the best and the least the ...
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Seacrest Retirement Center in West Haven, CT

4.0
After visiting many "retirement homes", Seacrest definitely feels more homey than all of the other more institution style residencies. It's beautiful water view setting adds tremendously to its value as well as a strong sense of family amongst its attendants and workers and residents. Our ...
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Guilford review score based on 32 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 6 Guilford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Guilford 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

Guilford review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Guilford, CT6 facilities
8.4
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Madison Center, CT215 facilities

Review subcategories for Guilford 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 32 reviews of 6 Guilford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Guilford 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.
Guilford, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Guilford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Guilford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Guilford, 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 Guilford 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 Guilford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Guilford, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Guilford 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 Guilford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Guilford, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Guilford 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 Guilford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Guilford, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
66.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Guilford 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 Guilford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Guilford, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Guilford 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 Guilford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Guilford

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 Guilford protect seniors.

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Spring Village at Stratford, Maplewood at Orange and HarborChase of Madison are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Guilford, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 7 assisted living facilities near Guilford, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Guilford, Connecticut are Spring Village at Stratford, Maplewood at Orange and The Residence at Ferry Park. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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