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The cost of independent living in Bethel is about $6,636 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 581 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Maplewood at Stony Hill
1616 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.7
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61 reviews
9.7
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61 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
18%
3 star
3%
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0%
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7%
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Warm staff; everything is under control; felt like they were very gentle and really caring; ALL trained in dementia care/all residents have dementia diagnosis
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 Stony Hill in Bethel is the only assisted living community in Northern Fairfield County that is fully dedicated to those living with Alzheimer's and dementia. Memory care is our singular focus. Maplewood at Stony Hill is an innovative, purposefully built assisted living and memory...
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2727 Photos available
9.9
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32 reviews
9.9
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32 reviews
5 star
81%
4 star
16%
3 star
3%
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An easy place to call home. Clean, Comfortable, secure. A world of activities if you want it. A restful relaxing place if you don't. Food preparation is very good. The staff is professional and friendly and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
River Valley, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, has just opened, this Spring of 2021! River Valley offers a luxurious, all-inclusive resort-style community is designed for adults 55 and over. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of modern day living without the hassle of upkeep!River...
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2626 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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89 reviews
9.8
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89 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
17%
3 star
4%
2 star
1%
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2%
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Thank you for all the care and compassion you show my uncle. He receives great care and has everything he needs everything he needs everyday.
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.
Spring Village at DanburySpring Village at Danbury in Danbury, Connecticut is a senior living community offering older adults assisted living and memory care lifestyle options. Established under the WoodBine Senior Living Community brand, it is our mission to provide the highest quality of care,...
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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90 reviews
9.8
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90 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
27%
3 star
6%
2 star
1%
1 star
2%
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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.
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 Village at Brookfield Common
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
44 reviews
9.4
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44 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
34%
3 star
9%
2 star
2%
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5 for each. They are attentive to the residents and create a family like feeling for visitors. The staff extremely kind and gentle!
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 Brookfield Common is a haven of tradition and elegance nestled within a community of shops, services, and amenities available to meet your every need, with exceptional convenience. The hillside setting affords a panoramic view from the cathedral-ceilinged dining room, English tea...
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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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87 reviews
9.4
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87 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
24%
3 star
8%
2 star
2%
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1%
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We picked this community because of the, staff and the benchmark Brand. Plus Best in class activities and beautiful residences.
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.
Residents of Ridgefield Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided for by a caring...
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99 Photos available
9.1
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12 reviews
9.1
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12 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
17%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
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The place is beautifully decorated and that makes my mom feel special. They had a new "fall recognition system" put in to all of the apartments and we really liked that.
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....
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55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
14 reviews
8.9
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14 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
14%
3 star
0%
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Glenn Crest has been exactly what my parent needs. It's been a good fit. It is independent living with one meal included. They check up on her.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our beautiful and spacious independent living community is located in Danbury, CT near the Danbury Hospital, world class shopping, and about an hour from all the luxuries of New York City. We offer all the conveniences of large city living, with the home feel of a rural setting. Our residents...
Photo of Monarch Spring Meadows
2525 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.8
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48 reviews
8.8
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48 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
33%
3 star
13%
2 star
4%
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I had to move my mom quickly from a rehab facility directly to assisted living and they provided seamless support. Staff and residents were very welcoming, and my mother became acclimated in a very short...
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.
Life is all about balance. That is why our community is strategically located in a small, suburban New England town in the well-regarded Fairfield County area. This means you have a small community feeling while still being close to major attractions and mass transit to New York City.Connections...
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Photo of Ridgefield Station
1414 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
24%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
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Although everything has been great, it is quite expensive and was recently notified of an increase. The facility is very nice and very clean. Staff is wonderful and quite friendly/helpful!
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 all-new Ridgefield Station offers local seniors service-enriched Independent and Assisted Living and a residential Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences,...
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Photo of Meadow Ridge
1111 Photos available
8.0
Review score
7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
14%
3 star
0%
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Amazing place. It is clear that the staff's primary concerns are the residents' well being, safety, and enjoyment of their life at Meadow Ridge. All facilities are generous, lovely, and well...
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.
Meadow Ridge is a continuing care retirement community located in Redding, CT. Our community includes Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, 24-hour Skilled Nursing services and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a distinctivelifestyle on our campus nestled among 136 acres of...
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Photo of Keystone Place at Wooster Heights
1010 Photos available
7.5
Review score
8 reviews
7.5
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
13%
4 star
61%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
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There has been tremendous turnover in administration which impacted our experience greatly at the beginning. Not a good start. But things are improving and the memory care area has been consistently good.
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.
Keystone Place at Wooster Heights is an aging in place Senior community in Danbury, CT. As one of Danbury's newest community we offer Independant, Assisted and Memory Care apartments. Our Independent apartments have large kitchens complete with stove, refrigerator and large cabinets with quartz...
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Photo of Maplewood at Newtown
1919 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
Review score
79 reviews
7.5
Review score
79 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
11%
3 star
6%
2 star
3%
1 star
5%
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All 5s except activities maybe a 4: more variety would be good or more field trips. What we like the most about Maplewood is the caring welcoming people (both staff and residents). Yes, we would recommend...
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 Newtown has much to offer residents and families -- from the sunlit lobby and resort-style couryard to the helpful concierge service and family-friendly country store. Thoughtfully laid-out apartments, designed specifically for older adults, are beautifully appointed and feature...
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1919 Photos available
1.0
Review score
5 reviews
1.0
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5 reviews
5 star
20%
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0%
3 star
0%
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1 star
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Great staff and good food. Actually gained weight.
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.
Can you please add in a link to our virtual tour somewhere? It is located here: https://youtu.be/ZgPRyT3LfAM
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1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.0
Review score
16 reviews
7.0
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
19%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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I love the independence and the fact that I can be friends with everyone. I have a lot of friends here. Everyone is kind, friendly and talkative. I couldn't ask for better.
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.
Newtown seniors and their families can discover a vibrant, refreshing option for upscale senior living in Church Hill Village. This community is built with modern seniors in mind, creating the active, social atmosphere they need to thrive. Our community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care to...
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66 Photos available
8.5
Review score
0 reviews
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
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.

Cost of independent living in Bethel, CT

The average cost of senior living in Bethel is $6,636 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Torrington, CT with an average of $5,814 per month.

Independent living costs in Bethel, CT, vs. nearby cities

Bethel, CT
$6,636/mo
$6,844/mo

Independent living costs in Bethel, CT, vs. state and national averages

Bethel, CT
$6,636/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Bethel, CT, vs. other senior living options

$7,401/mo
Independent Living
$6,636/mo

Independent living costs in Bethel, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,292/mo
Studio
$7,001/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,825/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,568/mo

Senior living costs in Bethel 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: Bethel, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBethel, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$6,636/mo$6,345/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$7,401/mo$8,789/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,401/mo$8,873/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Bethel, CT:$6,636/mo
Connecticut:$6,345/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Bethel, CT:$7,401/mo
Connecticut:$8,789/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Bethel, CT:$7,401/mo
Connecticut:$8,873/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Bethel, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bethel 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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Independent living cost trends in Bethel, CT

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bethel 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
Bethel, CT$6,585/mo$4,620/mo+42.5%
Connecticut$3,666/mo$3,574/mo+2.6%
National$3,144/mo$2,953/mo+6.5%
Bethel, CT
2024 average cost:$6,585/mo
2023 average cost:$4,620/mo
Percent change:+42.5%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$3,666/mo
2023 average cost:$3,574/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,144/mo
2023 average cost:$2,953/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bethel

Recent reviews for independent living in Bethel

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 Ivy at Watertown

4.5
The Ivy at Watertown is beautiful, we have no problems there at all, the services are fine and the rooms are beautiful. We have had a few meals there ourselves and they are really good. The activities also seem to be fine. The staff also are really good about bringing our loved one his ...
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Wesley Village in Shelton, CT

5.0
My mom is doing great at Lifestyle Transitions. She loves living there and is doing very well.

Bethel independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bethel independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bethel, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bethel independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bethel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bethel, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bethel independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bethel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bethel, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
86.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
73.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bethel independent 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 independent living communities in Bethel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bethel, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
86.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
93.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
86.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
93.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
86.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
86.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
86.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
86.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Maplewood at Stony Hill, River Valley Retirement Community and Spring Village at Danbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bethel, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Bethel, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bethel, Connecticut are 3030 Park, a CCRC, Spring Village at Danbury and Atria Stamford. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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