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Assisted living costs in North Kent average about $7,544 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 194 communities in North Kent. Our detailed directory has 4521 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Southbury, Brookfield and Waterbury.

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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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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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: 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.
Photo of Brightview on New Canaan
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.
Photo of Scofield Manor
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.
Photo of Teresa Rest Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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This is very difficult to answer. [name removed] goes from wheelchair to bed with a lift. He does not interact with other residents or family. Bridges is fine. No place is perfect. No complaints.
Provides: Memory 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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk, a memory care assisted living community in Fairfield County, has been developed exclusively to offer highly individualized, expert care and 24/7 licensed nursing support, along with an engaging lifestyle that enhances quality of life for those with Alzheimer’s...
Photo of Alterra Clare Bridge of Glastonbury
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.
Photo of Holiday Manor
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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We love living at Waterstone on High Ridge. The facility is beautiful & the people are great. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Photo of Side By Side, LLC
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.
Our home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection...
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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living is situated in Pittsfield, MA, a city that is the heart of Berkshire County. This historic area offers much to those who are visiting their family members in the area, and it is a great place for residents to move to and call home. With lush, beautiful landscapes,...
Photo of Beaven Kelly Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Westside Manor
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of St Luke's Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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The facility is amazing! It's in an inner city neighborhood, but they have security and it is safe. The building is amazing! Once she runs out of private pay, she is eligible for state help. There is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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 assisted living in North Kent, CT

The average cost of senior living in North Kent is $7,544 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, CT with an average of $6,696 per month.

Assisted living costs in North Kent, CT, vs. state and national averages

North Kent, CT
$7,544/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in North Kent, CT, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,544/mo
$8,728/mo

Assisted living costs in North Kent, CT, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,786/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,901/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,236/mo

Senior living costs in North Kent 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: North Kent, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Kent, CTConnecticutU.S.
Assisted Living$7,544/mo$7,821/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,728/mo$9,388/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,712/mo$4,243/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
North Kent, CT:$7,544/mo
Connecticut:$7,821/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
North Kent, CT:$8,728/mo
Connecticut:$9,388/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
North Kent, CT:$4,712/mo
Connecticut:$4,243/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in North Kent, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Kent 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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Assisted living cost trends in North Kent, CT

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in North Kent 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 average 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
North Kent, CT$7,000/mo$6,390/mo+9.5%
Connecticut$6,532/mo$6,370/mo+2.5%
National$5,374/mo$5,210/mo+3.1%
North Kent, CT
2024 average cost:$7,000/mo
2023 average cost:$6,390/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$6,532/mo
2023 average cost:$6,370/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,210/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Kent, 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 North Kent.

What families are saying about assisted living in North Kent

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Kent

3030 Park, a CCRC in Bridgeport, CT

5.0
My mom moved into assisted living at the Watermark after nearly 60 years living in her home, the last 36 years by herself. While it was a major life event for my mom, the Watermark made it an exceptionally smooth transition. They arranged and paid for the move, the movers were efficient and ...
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The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY

4.0
Mom seems to be doing well here. She has settled in nicely. She does what activities she can due to her dementia. As far as I know, she likes the food I haven't heard any complaints about it. The staff has been friendly and good-natured very professional. The community appears clean and well ...
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The Cottage at Litchfield Hills in Torrington, CT

5.0
It's a very nice, comfortable place where they try to cater to the patient and there family, as [name removed] did last week for my wife's birthday party, she was very helpful. I'm just happy we were able to get her back from Arkansas to a place close to home that she is comfortable at and we ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Many reviews express appreciation for the warm and caring nature of the staff in various communities. For instance, at Maplewood at Strawberry Hill, one resident's family was impressed by the staff's support during their loved one's recovery process. At Atria On The Hudson, residents and the ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Families and residents frequently highlight the range of activities offered in senior living communities, which help residents stay active and socially engaged. For example, at Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, some residents enjoy morning exercise and participating in Bingo games. At Suff ...
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Personalized care plans. Personalized care plans tailored to the unique needs of each resident are valued in several reviews. At The Residence at South Windsor Farms, a resident's family was pleased with the accommodations made for their mother's depression, OCD, and anxiety. At Armbrook Village, the team at Armbrook ...
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Thoughtfully designed facilities. Numerous reviews mention the cleanliness, beauty, and well-maintained facilities in various communities. For instance, at Middlewoods of Newington, residents appreciate the large apartments and spacious common areas. At Brandywine Litchfield by Monarch, a resident's family praises the luxuri ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a common theme in many reviews, with residents and their families expressing satisfaction with the meals offered at their communities. For example, at The Landing of Poughkeepsie, a resident's family notes that their mother loves the food and appreciates the accommodations made ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is crucial in maintaining peace of mind for both parties. At Maplewood at Darien, a father noted that despite communication challenges, the team at Atria did their best to meet expectations and work collaboratively with the family t ...
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North Kent review score based on 804 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 804 reviews of 194 North Kent assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Kent 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

North Kent review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
North Kent, CT194 facilities
8.6
Hartford, CT87 facilities
8.4
New Haven, CT66 facilities

Review subcategories for North Kent 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 804 reviews of 194 North Kent assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Kent 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
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
2.9
3.2
Staff
3.1
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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North Kent assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Kent assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Kent, 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 North Kent 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 North Kent that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
62.4%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.3%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.6%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.5%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in North Kent 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 North Kent Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.8%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Kent 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 North Kent 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
38.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.8%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
56.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.2%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.7%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in North Kent 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 North Kent communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
59.8%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
54.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Kent 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 North Kent offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Kent, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.9%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.5%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.8%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.5%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
63.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
42.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.3%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.4%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Kent

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Connecticut assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in North Kent protect seniors.
Learn about Connecticut assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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