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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ridgewood, CT

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Assisted living costs in Ridgewood average about $7,199 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 193 communities in Ridgewood. Our detailed directory has 4702 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Hamden, Middletown and Wallingford.

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
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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.
The Bove Health Center at Jefferson’s Ferry, a not-for-profit community sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, offers the highest level of independence possible for residents needing daily assistance. The 60 private enriched housing apartments are available for both short and...
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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.
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.
We are a 240 bed skilled nursing facility located on Long Island's South Shore. We offer subacute rehab services which offer residents the opportunity to optimize their daily functioning. We also offer long term care.  We have a specialized Young Adult Unit and an Alzheimer's...
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The care is great and they have excellent activities. I can't think of any ways they could improve. What we like most about Seabury is the staff. They're always very upbeat and attentive. I'm not there all...
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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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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[name removed] is an angel. The people there are all cared for and it was nice for mom to have other women to chat with. Food was good but mom was t eating much. She did like her snacks though. With the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Sophia's Care Services is a residential care home that is located in Lake Ronkonkoma, New York in Suffolk County. Our community overlooks the magnificent Lake Ronkonkoma. The scene of the two-mile freshwater lake from our residence is out of this world. Living or visiting Lake Ronkonkoma is a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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I'm still transitioning and adjusting but the community is great and I like it here. I am very happy
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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Licence # 700Q193 Adult Day Services, Residential care home Alzheimer's memory care. Fontaine Family type for adults is located in a warm street and safe residential setting in Suffolk County NY. Our home is certified by New York State office of Children and family Services, through its bureau...
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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, 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.
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They're doing a good job taking care of my Dad here. It's a nice place, not overcrowded at all, and it has a nice homey feel. Dad complains about the people there being "too old", so they could use more...
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.
Olsen Rest Home is an assisted living community located in Nesconset, NY. Nesconset is a hamlet located in Long Island, an area that is widely known for its unique culture, delicious seafood and Italian cuisine and distinctive music. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy catching one of the region's many...
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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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I was looking for a place for my Mom who has dementia. She has no medical issues other than that so I was hesitant to put her in a large nursing facility as she gets fretful if there is too much activity. ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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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...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Ridgewood, CT

The average cost of senior living in Ridgewood is $7,199 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Woodmont, CT with an average of $7,195 per month.

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

Ridgewood, CT
$7,199/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Ridgewood, CT, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,199/mo
$9,616/mo

Assisted living costs in Ridgewood, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,865/mo
Studio
$5,303/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,423/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,441/mo

Senior living costs in Ridgewood 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: Ridgewood, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRidgewood, CTConnecticutU.S.
Assisted Living$7,199/mo$7,821/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,616/mo$9,388/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,427/mo$4,243/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ridgewood, CT:$7,199/mo
Connecticut:$7,821/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ridgewood, CT:$9,616/mo
Connecticut:$9,388/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ridgewood, CT:$4,427/mo
Connecticut:$4,243/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ridgewood, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood, CT

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ridgewood 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
Ridgewood, CT$6,154/mo$6,109/mo+0.7%
Connecticut$6,707/mo$6,445/mo+4.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Ridgewood, CT
2024 average cost:$6,154/mo
2023 average cost:$6,109/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$6,707/mo
2023 average cost:$6,445/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ridgewood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ridgewood

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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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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Ridgewood review score based on 830 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 830 reviews of 193 Ridgewood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ridgewood 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

Ridgewood review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Ridgewood, CT193 facilities
8.3
New Haven, CT66 facilities
8.5
Groton, CT156 facilities

Review subcategories for Ridgewood 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 830 reviews of 193 Ridgewood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ridgewood 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.
Ridgewood, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.1
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
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Activities
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Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Ridgewood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridgewood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood 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
60.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.1%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.2%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ridgewood, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.6%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ridgewood, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
49.7%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ridgewood, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.9%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.4%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.5%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
56%
48%
Dances
Dances
42%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ridgewood

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 Ridgewood protect seniors.
Learn about Connecticut assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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