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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Kent, CT

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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Connecticut is $7,821, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the South Kent area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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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.
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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
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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
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.
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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.
Green Grove provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community to call home. Located in Guilford, CT, this assisted living community provides a beautiful location for its residents. Guilford is a part of New Haven County, and guests of our residents will enjoy checking out all that the city...
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Provides: 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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Cost of assisted living in South Kent, CT

The average cost of senior living in Connecticut is $7,821 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Connecticut vs. 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 state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeConnecticutU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$7,821/mo$5,830/mo34.2% above national median
Memory Care$9,388/mo$6,999/mo34.1% above national median
Independent Living$4,243/mo$3,520/mo20.5% above national median
Assisted Living
Connecticut:$7,821/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:34.2% above national median
Memory Care
Connecticut:$9,388/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:34.1% above national median
Independent Living
Connecticut:$4,243/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:20.5% above national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South 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 South Kent.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Kent

Recent reviews for assisted living in South 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

Compassionate and attentive staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and care shown by the staff towards residents at various communities, such as Maplewood at Stony Hill, Maplewood at Danbury, and Maplewood at Newtown. Families express appreciation for the emotional support provided to both residents and themselves ...
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Consistent communication between families and staff. Families value the frequent and detailed updates they receive from community staff, ensuring they are informed and able to support their loved ones effectively. For example, at Maplewood at Danbury, staff set regular meetings with families to discuss their loved ones' care and progress.
Thoughtfully planned activities for residents. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests, such as gardening classes, movie nights, and games, creating opportunities for engagement and socialization. Reviews for Maplewood at Stony Hill, Maplewood at Newtown, and The Ivy at Watertown highlight the positive im ...
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Quality dining experiences. Residents and families alike praise the high-quality meals and dining experiences at their communities, with reviews for Maplewood at Newtown, Maplewood at Stony Hill, and Maplewood at Danbury expressing appreciation for the chef's accommodations to dietary restrictions and individual pref ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces. Residents and families at Monarch Southbury, Maplewood at Stony Hill, and Maplewood at Danbury all comment on the well-maintained facilities and high-end f ...
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Personalized care to accommodate residents' needs. Staff at various communities adapt to residents' changing needs and preferences, ensuring they receive proper care and support. For example, at Maplewood at Danbury, staff adjust care levels based on residents' conditions and offer customized meal plans.
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South Kent review score based on 858 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 858 reviews of 206 South Kent assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South 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

South Kent review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
South Kent, CT206 facilities
8.6
Hartford, CT88 facilities
8.3
New Haven, CT66 facilities

Review subcategories for South 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 858 reviews of 206 South Kent assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South 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.
South Kent, CT averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
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*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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South Kent assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Kent assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South 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 South 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 South Kent that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Kent, CTNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South 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 South Kent Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Kent, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.4%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South 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 South Kent partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Kent, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.3%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.7%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in South 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 South Kent communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Kent, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.2%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
53.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South 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 South Kent offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Kent, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.2%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.7%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.2%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.2%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
62.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
43.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.7%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.1%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in South 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 South Kent protect seniors.
Learn about Connecticut assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts Avon, A Memory Care Community, Spring Village at Danbury and New Windsor Country Inn are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Kent, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 206 assisted living facilities near South Kent, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Kent, Connecticut are Atria Stamford, 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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