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Assisted living costs in West Hartford average about $10,119 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 37 communities in West Hartford. Our detailed directory has 825 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At the very base of Cedar Mountain, surrounded by fresh air and a beautiful natural landscape, you'll find Cedar Mountain Commons. This is an extraordinary senior living community - a meeting place of spirited people, family traditions and fond memories. Living here, in the assisted or...
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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Jefferson House, a department of Hartford Hospital since 1873, offers a continuum of care on its campus to meet the needs of the aged and infirm. Accommodations and services include an Independent and assisted living complex, sub acute, palliative and long term skilled nursing beds, a rest home...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
It is our mission to provide our residents and their families with superior care delivered by staff dedicated in the principles of kindness, compassion, service and excellence in an environment where the individuality, dignity and value of those who are served, as well as those who serve, is...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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.
Our sprawling 5.5-acre campus has something for everyone with a wide array of activities for energetic adults, as well as those with medical needs. Our casual elegance will make you feel welcome and comfortable.  Jerome Home provides a full service continuum and is here to meet your needs today...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in West Hartford, CT

The average cost of senior living in West Hartford is $10,119 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $5,905 per month.

Assisted living costs in West Hartford, CT, vs. nearby cities

West Hartford, CT
$10,119/mo
$10,011/mo
$10,142/mo

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

West Hartford, CT
$10,119/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in West Hartford, CT, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$10,119/mo
$10,218/mo

Assisted living costs in West Hartford, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,181/mo
Studio
$5,976/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,910/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,883/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,525/mo

Senior living costs in West Hartford 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: West Hartford, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Hartford, CTConnecticutU.S.
Assisted Living$10,119/mo$8,789/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$10,218/mo$8,873/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$5,955/mo$6,344/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
West Hartford, CT:$10,119/mo
Connecticut:$8,789/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
West Hartford, CT:$10,218/mo
Connecticut:$8,873/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
West Hartford, CT:$5,955/mo
Connecticut:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in West Hartford, CT, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in West Hartford 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 median 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
West Hartford, CT$6,374/mo$5,816/mo+9.6%
Connecticut$6,375/mo$6,376/mo-0.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
West Hartford, CT
2024 average cost:$6,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,816/mo
Percent change:+9.6%
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2024 average cost:$6,375/mo
2023 average cost:$6,376/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
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2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in West Hartford, 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 West Hartford.

What families are saying about assisted living in West Hartford

Recent reviews for assisted living in West Hartford

The Atrium at Rocky Hill

4.4
My dad liked being at the atrium. I thought he would have received better health care, but I guess that's not what they do. My dad contracted shingles on his face, and it took a while to be treated correctly. Overall, it was a much better place than the nursing home he is in now.

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

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

Great communication with staff and families. Several reviews mention the clear and consistent communication between staff and families at communities like Aviva West Hartford and The Residence at Ferry Park, keeping everyone informed of care needs and updates.
Attractive and well-maintained facilities. Residents and families express appreciation for the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities, such as those at Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence and River Ridge at Avon, making for a pleasant living environment.
Flexible and accommodating staff. Many reviews highlight the accommodating nature of staff at various communities, like Riverbend at Farmington and Discovery Village Farmington, making daily living easier for residents and their families.
Excellent and varied dining experiences. Reviews consistently praise the quality of food and dining experiences at communities like The Residence at Brookside and Riverbend at Farmington, with meals that are both delicious and accommodating to individual preferences.
Engaging and diverse activities. Residents and families note the wide range of activities offered at communities, such as Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence and The Residence at Ferry Park, keeping residents engaged and active.
Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Reviews frequently mention the warm and friendly atmosphere at communities, like The Residence at Ferry Park and Middlewoods of Newington, where residents feel at home and supported.
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West Hartford review score based on 228 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 228 reviews of 33 West Hartford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Hartford 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

West Hartford review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
West Hartford, CT33 facilities
8.7
Hartford, CT45 facilities
8.7
New Britain, CT41 facilities

Review subcategories for West Hartford 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 228 reviews of 33 West Hartford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare West Hartford resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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West Hartford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Hartford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Hartford, 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 West Hartford 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 West Hartford 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%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.7%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in West Hartford 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 West Hartford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Hartford, CTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Hartford 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 West Hartford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Hartford, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
60.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in West Hartford 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 West Hartford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Hartford, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
60.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Hartford 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 West Hartford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Hartford, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
54.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Hartford

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale West Hartford, Brookdale Chatfield and Arden Courts Avon, A Memory Care Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near West Hartford, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 37 assisted living facilities near West Hartford, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in West Hartford, Connecticut are Colebrook Village at Hebron, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks and Arden Courts Farmington, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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