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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Northford, CT
Assisted living costs in Northford average about $12,170 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 18 communities in Northford. Our detailed directory has 168 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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I would give fives across-the-board on all questions. I am exceptionally happy with the choice that was made. I have been singing your praises ever since I've gone on the initial interviews and tours of the...
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.
Maplewood at Orange has carefully blended a comfortable yet elegant decor, an enthusiastic staff, engaging social enrichment and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients to create a unqiely special memory care and assisted living community. Just in the heart of the shopping and...
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My mom was very happy there. It was a very positive experience. My only complaint was that we were facing a big increase in cost after only 9 months. Be diligent about signing contacts. Sit down and go over...
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.
Maple Woods at Hamden is located south of Sleeping Giant State Park on a hilltop overlooking the town center of Hamden, CT. This community boasts skyline views of New Haven and picturesque views of Long Island Sound. We are convenient to shops, cultural, and business attractions. Our superb...
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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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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
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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.
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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43 reviews
Staff is very professional, courteous, and friendly. The interactions that I have observed between staff and residents is appropriately pleasant and familiar. Residents are greeted by name. The facility is...
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.
Atria Larson Place is a warm, welcoming community with all the comforts of home. Socialize in our bright, large common areas and enjoy diverse activities that allow you to pursue your interests and discover new ones. Located directly across from beautiful Lake Whitney, Atria Larson Place is close...
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7.9
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12 reviews
My aunt is no longer in Chatham place where she needed additional care but it is still in the Mary Wade complex. I would rate everything of five other than activities I would rate a three. It seems that they...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.1
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32 reviews
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
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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.
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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This is the place thing that ever happened. I do not have to worry about my loved one anymore. They are taking great care of him. This is the third place my loved one has been. We are very very pleased with...
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.
Meadow Mills, Providing exceptional care for all levels of Memory impairment and Dementia, helping to create a better quality of life for you and your family. At Meadow Mills Memory Care we have set everything in place to ensure the safety of those with impacted memory loss, cognitive decline,...
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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Northford, CT
The average cost of senior living in Northford is $12,170 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old Saybrook Center, CT with an average of $5,909 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Northford, CT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Northford, CT vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Northford vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Northford, CT by room type
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What families are saying about assisted living in Northford
Recent reviews for assisted living in Northford
The Village at South Farms in Middletown, CT
4.6
I would recommend The Village at South Farms to others looking.
Brookdale Gables Farmington
4.0
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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Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
5.0
The food is very good the staff is premium level of caring they go above and beyond to make sure their residents feel like home and try to create a family culture.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and friendly staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, including Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, Maplewood at Orange, and The Landing of North Haven, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for residents and their families.
Variety of activities and engaging social events. Residents express appreciation for the diverse range of activities offered at their communities, such as music and movie nights, gardening classes, and outdoor excursions, at places like Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, Maplewood at Orange, and HarborChase of Branford.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Families praise the quality of meals and the ability of chefs to cater to individual dietary needs and preferences at communities like Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, Maplewood at Orange, and Chatham Place at Mary Wade.
Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Several reviews mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, highlighting the meticulously maintained interiors and exteriors of communities such as Atria Larson Place, The Landing of North Haven, and Maplewood at Orange.
Personalized care and attentiveness. Families value the individualized attention provided by caregivers at various senior living communities, including HarborChase of Branford, Maplewood at Orange, and Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, which helps ensure their loved ones' specific needs are met.
Strong sense of community. Reviews consistently mention the strong sense of camaraderie among both residents and staff at communities like Maplewood at Orange, The Landing of North Haven, and Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, which contributes to a welcoming and supportive environment.
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Northford review score based on 53 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 53 reviews of 17 Northford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Northford 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
Northford review score compared against nearby cities
6.7
Northford, CT17 facilities
6.7
Wallingford Center, CT15 facilities
8.5
Branford Center, CT17 facilities
Review subcategories for Northford 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 53 reviews of 17 Northford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Northford 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.Northford, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.1
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Northford assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northford, 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 Northford 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 Northford 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
52.9%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.1%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.6%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Northford 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 Northford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Northford, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.1%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.3%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.8%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Northford 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 Northford 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
35.3%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
41.2%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.9%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Northford 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 Northford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northford 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 Northford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.9%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
47.1%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Northford
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 Northford protect seniors.
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Spring Village at Stratford, Maplewood at Orange and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Farmington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Northford, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 18 assisted living facilities near Northford, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Northford, 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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