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The cost of independent living in Canterbury is about $5,824 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 346 options. Read 5439 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 Middlewoods of Newington
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Would give every category of five. Middlewoods has proved to be the perfect placement for [name removed]. We are extremely pleased with the staff, the size, and the friendliness of the staff and clients. I...
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.
Are you looking for Award-Winning Assisted and Independent Living? If so, Middlewoods of Newington is the place for you! Within the last year the community was awarded the following: • Assisted Living Federation of America’s "Champion for Seniors"; • Connecticut Assisted Living Association's...
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I love Ruth's house everyone nice, it was clean. And lots of activities all day!! My mom passed away and I still go volunteer there!
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.
In 2012, JGS will celebrate 100 years of caring for the elderly in our community. When JGS was first established, the founders made a promise to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services - based upon Jewish traditions and values - to those facing the challenges of aging. Jewish...
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I found everyone very friendly, residents and staff both. As for things they could improve on, I really can't think of anything. However, if your loved one is someone who needs a lot of care, Swan Brook...
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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Excellent hospice care and activities for the dementia ward of Notre Dame assisted living. Very limited activities at the long term care, dementia care ward, due to ratio of ND staff to residents. Many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The peaceful, serene, scenic location and beautiful structure that was originally built in 1900 to serve as the convent for the Sisters of Notre Dame, today houses the vibrant du Lac Assisted Living community.Our mission remains deeply committed to that of Saint Julie Billiart, founder of the...
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The Residence at Charles Meadow has been a great place for my Mom. All of the staff are friendly and compassionate. They seem to truly care about the residents they are taking care of. There are a lot of...
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.
Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being...
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Definitely a 5 my sister seems very happy she says everyone is so nice I only wish they had more of a variety of activities she enjoyed "field" trips at her previous home. We would absolutely recommend...
Provides: Independent Living
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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 decision to explore retirement communities is complex, involving different considerations for you, your spouse, your children, or your advisers.Since 1915, Doolittle Home has been providing exceptional care and peace of mind for residents and their families. Frequently described as a bed and...
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I would advise people to use your service. You made it very easy to schedule multiple visits, which is important, look at as many places as you can. Specifically Alto Evergreen, so far we are very happy with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Located in South Windsor, Connecticut, Alto Evergreen Walk offers premier assisted living and memory care services designed to enhance the lives of our residents. Our community embodies the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and compassionate care, ensuring that each resident enjoys an enriching...
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Academy Point is the perfect place for our 95yo mom. She enjoys the activities provided, socializing at meal times and having visitors. The staff is very friendly and everyone knows her name. They check in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Overlooking downtown Mystic Connecticut, Academy Point is a thoughtful, historic renovation of the former Mystic Academy. Much of the original building has been preserved to offer an environment rich in local history and fond memories. As an assisted living community, Academy point provides its...
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I like the friendliness of the staff and residents and the facility itself. We are having problems with him getting help he needs from the aides on a daily basis and being able to get a hold of the director...
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.
Located minutes from historic downtown Avon, our brand new community is nestled on beautiful farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.Our dining room offers "Anytime Dining" from 7am-7pm, a...
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Great care and nurses. Communication with me could be better though. Very nice modern apartment. She likes the food. I 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.
The Village at Buckland Court is a charming 'country estate' nestled amidst beautiful farm land, with expansive lawns and gardens. Inspiring outdoor sitting areas, a gazebo, and an herb garden provide the setting for arts, leisure, and fitness activities. Private walking paths and gazebos grace...
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Photo of Wingate Residences on the East Side
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My brother especially complimented the dining services, food was exceptional. They provided a great respite care for my brother while his children were away. I would recommend to others
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and surrounding yourself with familiar furnishings in the privacy of your own home. Wingate Residences on the East Side is the area's premiere assisted living community...
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They're not inclined to raise the rent here. I live in the smallest apartment that they have available and it works for me, it is 640 square feet. I would recommend Suffield Commons to others looking for...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Suffield Commons is located in downtown historic Suffield, Connecticut. With a great location, everything you need is in walking distance; the shops, church, and even the library. Enjoy local festivals and events? You won't miss the action here! Our apartments feature: wall to wall carpeting, a...
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It's an over 62 with a nice common area, it's clean, only a few years old and they have a nice outdoor patio with a gas fire when the weather permits. It's not assisted living but more like senior housing....
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
62 Plus Income EligibleA Brand New 62+ Apartment Community!Independent Living! The Ledges in Ashland, Massachusetts offers the comfort and ease of apartment living with all of the thoughtful finishing touches that make this a glorious place to call home. Located in this quaint tree lined...
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The manager and activities staff was very good. The only issue I had was that his hygiene was totally ignored. His clothes were never changed; no showers at all.
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.
Built in 1923 and prominently overlooking the city of West Springfield, Our Lady of Sorrows Monastery was renovated in 1999 to become Landmark at Monastery Heights, Senior Living Community. The beautiful building overlooks 18 spectacular acres of lawns, walking paths, and gardens and house 105...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
If you’ve ever dreamed of living in one of Connecticut’s delightful shoreline towns, you must come see Masonicare at Mystic. This brand new community from one of the state’s most trusted providers of senior services is located on Clara Drive, not far from the Aquarium, and next to a beautiful...
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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.
Habor Side Care Home is located in the heart of Mystic, CT in a beautiful harbor setting. This boutique assisted living facility is nestled in the historical district of Mystic. This twenty-five-bed facility offers five private rooms and ten semi-private rooms, offering assisted living services...
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Very accommodating in getting information to help us make our decision The facility is very nice and the staff are very helpful, knowledgeable and caring Facility is very well maintained Activities are...
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.
Christopher Heights of Webster is strictly a rents community, located in a beautiful rural setting easily accessible to al major routes. Our monthly fee includes all meals, utilities (excluding cable and telephone), 24 hour security and up to one hour and a half of personal care daily. There is...
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[name removed] is the executive director and Andrew is the community relations director. [name removed] and [name removed] have been fantastic and very caring. Staff is very friendly treat the family of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 New England style residence, with covered porches, courtyards, gardens and walking paths, welcome you with the warmth and charm of a gracious home.*Professionals will monitor your medications, health safety and well being every day* Round the clock emergency response* Help with dressing,...
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The facility is great! Additionally, most of the staff are quite wonderful as well. However, I am not a huge fan of most of the CNA's. I find most of them to be pretty rude, and seem quite lazy with their...
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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So far the staff in the dementia unit are very attentive, the place is very clean, the room a good size and she loves the food here. The quality of care seems excellent. They have plenty of activities to...
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.
Exceptional assisted living services in a residential living environment is the cornerstone of Crescent Point at Niantic. Crescent Point captures the spirit of village convenience and accessibility while embracing the neighborhood feel of a front porch and good friends. While the environment is...
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Addison strives to personalize the experience as much as possible to each person's wants and needs . The management is very open to discussions and constructive criticism if something is not working as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Situated just south of East Hartford, bordering Bell-Hebron Linear Park on 14 wooded acres, Addison Place at Glastonbury is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of...
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It was expensive but my loved one received excellent care. We picked this community because, they had avalability,it was beautiful like a hotel, and I felt that my loved one would feel comfortable . I was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Haddam is a warm and gracious assisted living and retirement community with 72 bright and spacious one- and two- bedroom apartments, located in the Connecticut River Valley.A terrific value for independent seniors, we offer chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping...
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The staff has been doing an excellent job with what they do. They all work really hard to make everything work. The food is enjoyable and edible, but they can use work when you order something they don't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Located in a quaint neighborhood village in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, Brightview Commons is the only true retirement living community in the state. Beautifully designed, the community offers Independent Living and Assisted Living residences as well as award-winning Alzheimer's Care known as...
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My brother is doing well since moving into Darlington. The staff seem to know him and talk to him like he was family. This is an older victorian home merged with a home next store. Before he moved in they...
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.
Darlington has four different facilities including 2 traditional assisted living , 2 memory care units and an independent living . Our staff have ongoing education on Dementia care, elder care, communication skills , medications and many more. All of our staff are CPR certified including our...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you're 55 and over, there's no better choice for active adults than Stonebridge, an apartment community that's designed with you in mind. Discover spacious apartments ideal for senior living in a great location, at a price you can live with. Conveniently located off the Berlin Turnpike in...

Cost of independent living in Canterbury, CT

The average cost of senior living in Canterbury is $5,824 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old Saybrook Center, CT with an average of $3,740 per month.

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

Canterbury, CT
$5,824/mo

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

Canterbury, CT
$5,824/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

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

$5,730/mo
Independent Living
$5,824/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,450/mo
Studio
$4,548/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,581/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,426/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,745/mo

Senior living costs in Canterbury 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: Canterbury, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCanterbury, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$5,824/mo$6,468/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$5,578/mo$8,969/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$5,730/mo$9,055/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Canterbury, CT:$5,824/mo
Connecticut:$6,468/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Canterbury, CT:$5,578/mo
Connecticut:$8,969/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Canterbury, CT:$5,730/mo
Connecticut:$9,055/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
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Independent living costs in Canterbury, CT, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Canterbury 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
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Canterbury, CT$3,420/mo$3,343/mo+2.3%
Connecticut$3,738/mo$3,857/mo-3.1%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Canterbury, CT
2024 average cost:$3,420/mo
2023 average cost:$3,343/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$3,738/mo
2023 average cost:$3,857/mo
Percent change:-3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Canterbury

Recent reviews for independent living in Canterbury

Christopher Heights of Attleboro

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility, especially after seeing other places. The staff is very warm and friendly. They will recommend a mover who is pretty cheap. The housekeeping is great. They do laundry and the facility is immaculate.

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.

Capitol Ridge at Providence

5.0
I love it here more than you can imagine. The staff is really good and friendly, the food is good and I have a life again. I have one of the largest apartments with a back door and patio which is great because I have a little dog so I can just let her out and watch her from inside. And I love ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for residents. Reviews for various senior living communities repeatedly mention the diverse and enjoyable activities offered to residents. For example, at Anchor Bay Pocasset, residents enjoy activities such as artsong, ballroom dancing, bowling, outside bbq and musical performances, new minigolf, monthly th ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews express appreciation for the kind and caring nature of the staff at their community. Families and residents consistently praise the dedication and attentiveness of the staff, such as at Holiday White Oaks where the staff is described as 'very helpful for me to make the adjustme ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Many reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Residents at StoneRidge Senior Care LLC dba StoneRidge, a CCRC mention the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library, while reviews for Brookdale Cushing Park sh ...
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Frequent communication between families and staff. Reviews contain numerous mentions of regular and effective communication between families and community staff to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. For instance, at The Highlands, families praise the openness of the staff and the willingness to listen and address conce ...
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Flexible and accommodating living arrangements. Residents and families find value in the various living arrangements available at different communities. Some, like Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill, provide apartments with different sizes and configurations, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. Others, like Holiday Q ...
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Nutritious and satisfying meals. Meals are an essential part of daily life for senior residents, and quality food is a significant factor in overall satisfaction. At The Residence at Orchard Grove, residents enjoy meals that are 'delicious and satisfying', while at Benchmark at South Farms, the food is described as 'very go ...
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Canterbury independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canterbury independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canterbury, 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Canterbury, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.7%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
38.4%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Canterbury 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 Canterbury communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Canterbury, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.4%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.6%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
36.5%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canterbury 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 Canterbury offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Canterbury, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
44%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.3%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.1%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.7%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.4%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
44.3%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Atria Lincoln Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Canterbury, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 346 independent living facilities near Canterbury, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Canterbury, Connecticut are Atria Draper Place, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Atria Lincoln Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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