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Assisted living costs in River Glen average about $7,406 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 183 communities in River Glen. Our detailed directory has 4367 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as West Hartford, Hamden and Manchester.

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 River Ridge at Avon
2121 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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67 reviews
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At this point we would give 4 stars. The Care is good. The Food is good. The Activities are very good. We wish they would clean her room more often, but not a huge deal. But, overall entire facility,...
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.
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We are conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the...
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Photo of Skybrook at Simsbury
11 Photo available
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9.2
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Bright and clean, friendly staff, responsive when you have questions. Some exceptional people here, for the very difficult job. Many activities and encouragement to partake.
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.
Photo of Arbors of Hop Brook
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The staff is first rate all around. I had a two bedroom apt which was 1000 sq ft. Well laid out. There are a lot of activities and if you would like to you can start one. They have a varied menu every dinner
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.
Arbors, a Nationally Accredited, Continuing Care Retirement Community in Manchester, Connecticut. Arbors offers Independent,Assisted and Continuing Care in a stress-free lifestyle with security, companionship, services and access to our award Health Care Center long term and rehab health care. At...
Photo of Pomperaug Woods a CCRC
1818 Photos available
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9.2
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Pomperaug Woods was very involved in making sure that my mom's move was as painless as possible. Now, over a month after her move, they are still checking on her to make sure things are going smoothly.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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 MiddleBrook Farms at Trumbull
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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[name removed] gets constant attention from staff. His day is full. He has already gained five (needed)pounds so I assume the food is good. Staff responds to his needs, for instance, recommending PT and OT,...
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.
Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood within the charming town of Trumbull. We are convenient to shops and amenities and just a short distance from the theater as well as Sacred Heart and Fairfield Universities. Our superb location complements the quality...
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Photo of HarborChase of Madison
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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They have very friendly staff - they are attentive, caring and personal. I would absolutely recommend it to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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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Photo of The Village at Kensington Place
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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The staff are kind and competent. Had to leave her apartment shortly after moving in to go to the locked memory care unit, and they made the transition as easy as possible. Highly recommended.
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 Village at Kensington Place is an elegant country estate nestled among the scenic Hanging Hills of Meriden, CT. Our beautifully manicured campus surrounded by woodlands provides comfortable outdoor sitting areas and the setting for fitness, arts, and leisure activities. A terrace off the main...
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Photo of Rivermere Senior Living of Brookfield
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Every thing and every one has either lived up to or exceeded our expectations. My dad is calling regularly to rave about the fitness activities, the meals and the kindness and consideration of the staff....
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.
Welcome to The Linden at Brookfield. Here, you and your family will find a strong and true community with personal care services that inspire and delight. Our unique focus on wellness partners with our high-end amenities allows residents to go from ‘let’s dance!” to “let’s relax,” as they want....
Photo of Lunabrook Village at Torrington and Litchfield
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So far it's been really great for [name removed] They understand his needs and treat him with great care and respect. I would recommend to others.
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.
Lunabrook Village at Torrington is a memory-focused senior living community located in Litchfield County, in the Foothills of the Berkshires. We are one of seven Everbrook Senior Living Communities and are scheduled to open in the late spring of 2025.Our Egis Neighborhood offers specialized...
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Photo of Rivermere Senior Living of Orange
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The staff was very helpful always available to answer any questions and help with solutions The nurses were very attentive to my mom's needs
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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Photo of Christopher Heights Of Belchertown
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The upfront costs are higher and they expect rent even after someone dies. I would still recommend them, it is a nice place overall.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our Premier Assisted Living Community is located in the beautiful Carriage Grove neighborhood that features walking paths and a common green. Our community has options that accommodate an individual's personal and financial needs allowing every resident to remain in a private apartment to live...
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Photo of The Atrium at Rocky Hill
55 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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The staff from the Director to the Support staff have all been extraordinarily kind, patient and thoroughly knowledgeable about what needs to be done to help Mom continue with her adjustment at the...
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.
The Atrium at Rocky Hill is an assisted living residence designed exclusively to serving the needs of individuals with memory loss. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling.Each detail of our unique, single story residence...
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Photo of Maplewood at Orange
1818 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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I thought Maplewood at Orange was very attractive, in fact it felt cozy and welcoming. The foyer/common LR was lovely with a fireplace too. The dining room was inviting, staff we encountered were pleasant...
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.
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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Photo of Maplewood at Danbury
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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While the assisted living floor has many daily activities, the memory care floor is lacking substantially. There's been 3 activity directors in less than 1 yr and residents are basically put in front of the...
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.
Maplewood at Danbury has the unique feeling of a country inn, carefully blending 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. ...
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Photo of The Fountains at Millbrook
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The staff and care is excellent. They let me know if they think anything is "wrong" with my Mom and it is dealt with efficiently and effectively. The activities are plentiful and my Mom participates in all...
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.
The Fountains at Millbrook, located in Millbrook, NY is set on 200 beautiful acres in the Hudson Valley.We offer Independent Living with Cottages with garages and one and two bedroom apartments in our main building that is hotel like. All apartments and cottages have full kitchens. We have 27...
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Photo of Sturges Ridge of Fairfield
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Sturges Ridge is a wonderful place but it is expensive. Overall it is a very good place with a lot of activities, the people are nice and friendly.
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.
A first in Fairfield, Sturges Ridge is proud to bring senior living experiences to the neighborhood. Enjoy the company of good friends, take in the beautiful surroundings, pursue your passions, and explore opportunities to inspire you and further enrich your life. Benchmark Senior Living at...
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Photo of Creamery Brook Village
77 Photos available
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I do not live there but my 91 year old friend is happy and content. Staff at CB are nice and very attentive. People that live there seem happy and CB has many music events and activities for the residents.
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.
Creamery Brook Village is in the historic northeast CT town of Brooklyn - minutes from Interstate 395, routes 6 and 169. We are sponsored by PierceCare, a nonprofit provider of Eldercare Services. Creamery Brook is designed to be a community for those who seek the ease and security of living...
Photo of Sunrise of Wilton
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77 Floor plans available
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The food is not very good at Sunrise and they are short staffed. But the staff that is there is excellent. I'd say it's a corporate management issue. I would recommend Sunrise. The whole industry is a mess...
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.
Located in western Connecticut’s beautiful Norwalk River Valley, just 55 miles from New York City, Sunrise of Wilton provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our ideal location in Fairfield County off...
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Photo of All American at Enfield Assisted Living
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It's a newer modern facility, tastefully done, the staff seems very focused and attentive, wouldn't have chose a place in Connecticut but laws are different from Mass, you can get nursing home care in a nice...
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.
Find the level of care you deserve at All American Assisted Living in Enfield. With the help of our personalized lifestyles and a broad selection of services and amenities, you will live in comfort, ease, and grace.We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.Our goal is to have...
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Photo of The Residence at Glastonbury
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8.9
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My experience is with the Reflections unit only - the aids seem to really know the residents and their individual habits. They are kind and caring and they really seem to understand dementia and how it...
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.
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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Photo of Benchmark at South Farms
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Overall experience is great. Facility is beautiful, staff are great, activities are very good, food is good, single room size is good, shared room is small
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 Village at South Farms is a cozy 'country estate' with a panoramic valley view that our residents enjoy from the southern-style veranda overlooking its expansive lawns. Lavish gardens surround the community and provide the setting for shaded outdoor seating and walking areas. A terrace off...
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Photo of The Village at Mariners Point
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The village has been extremely accommodating to my family. Their nurses and sales folks and all of their staff has been extremely kind to my parents and very helpful to us. Sadly, my mother moved in, but...
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.
Majestic ocean views from a breathtaking seaside hilltop greet residents daily at The Village at Mariner's Point. Lavish gardens provide a setting for leisure, art, and fitness activities. Private walking paths and gazebos grace beautifully manicured gardens, while the 68-seat movie theater,...
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Photo of Brookdale West Hartford
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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.
Live The Life You WantNo one deserves to spend their golden years worrying about being alone in the event of an emergency or caring the heavy burden of family care alone. That’s why our assisted living and memory care community is here to provide personalized care plans, spacious and comfortable...
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Photo of HarborChase of Branford
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33 Floor plans available
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The personnel were very warm and welcoming. The physical facility was suitable with individual apartments activities in the morning and afternoon and community dining room
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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Photo of Heritage Woods
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The room size was more than adequate. Furnishings were acceptable but definitely on the older side. No hangers in closets. No personal hygiene products included. Meals and dining area adequate. Most staff...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our progressive, award-winning community is ready and waiting to welcome you to your next home. Located in stunning Agawam, MA our community is the first stand-alone assisted living community in the country to be awarded the Step II Quality Award from the American Healthcare Association and...
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Cost of assisted living in River Glen, CT

The average cost of senior living in River Glen is $7,406 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, CT with an average of $6,696 per month.

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

River Glen, CT
$7,406/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in River Glen, CT, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,406/mo
$9,395/mo

Assisted living costs in River Glen, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,539/mo
Studio
$5,519/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,021/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,763/mo

Senior living costs in River Glen 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: River Glen, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiver Glen, CTConnecticutU.S.
Assisted Living$7,406/mo$7,821/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,395/mo$9,388/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,766/mo$4,243/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
River Glen, CT:$7,406/mo
Connecticut:$7,821/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
River Glen, CT:$9,395/mo
Connecticut:$9,388/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
River Glen, CT:$3,766/mo
Connecticut:$4,243/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in River Glen, CT, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in River Glen 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
River Glen, CT$6,861/mo$6,242/mo+9.9%
Connecticut$6,707/mo$6,445/mo+4.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
River Glen, CT
2024 average cost:$6,861/mo
2023 average cost:$6,242/mo
Percent change:+9.9%
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 River Glen, 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 River Glen.

What families are saying about assisted living in River Glen

Recent reviews for assisted living in River Glen

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Well-maintained buildings and grounds. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Residents of Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence mention the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room, while River Ridge at Avon praises the ...
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Friendly and accommodating staff members are a common theme in the reviews. Residents of Middlewoods of Farmington and Discovery Village Farmington express appreciation for the kindness and support of the staff, with Discovery Village Farmington noting the helpfulness of staff in making th ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. Activities and social opportunities are a popular feature mentioned in the reviews. At The Residence at Brookside, residents enjoy attending exercise classes and making friends, while at Brookdale Chatfield, residents appreciate the wide range of activities and diversity of residents.
Accessible care and health services. Residents and their families value the accessibility of care and health services in the communities. At Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence, staff check on residents frequently and escort them to activities, while Aviva West Hartford notes the caregivers' attention to resident need ...
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Adaptable to changing needs. Reviews highlight the adaptability of the communities to changing resident needs. At Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence, staff accommodated a resident's specific needs, while Discovery Village Farmington mentions the encouragement of residents to find their voice and advocate for ...
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Communication and transparency. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is essential for residents' overall satisfaction. At Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence, families appreciate being kept informed and the availability of staff cell phone numbers and emails, while Riverbend at Farmington ...
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River Glen review score based on 847 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 847 reviews of 183 River Glen assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The River Glen 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

River Glen review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
River Glen, CT183 facilities
8.7
Vernon, CT76 facilities
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Middletown, CT93 facilities

Review subcategories for River Glen 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 847 reviews of 183 River Glen assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare River Glen 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.
River Glen, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

River Glen assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Glen assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Glen, 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 River Glen 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 River Glen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
River Glen, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.5%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.2%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in River Glen 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 River Glen Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
River Glen, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.9%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in River Glen 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 River Glen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Glen, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.5%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.2%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.6%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in River Glen 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 River Glen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Glen, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
52.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Glen 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 River Glen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Glen, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.7%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.9%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.6%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
60.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
43.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.7%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in River Glen

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts Farmington, A Memory Care Community, Middlewoods of Farmington and Discovery Village Farmington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near River Glen, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 183 assisted living facilities near River Glen, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in River Glen, Connecticut are Elmbrook Village at Bozrah, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks and Southwick Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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