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The cost of independent living in East Hartford is about $3,795 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 56 options. Read 898 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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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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.
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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.
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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.
Our April Time Residential Care Home is conveniently located in the classic Manchester, Connecticut. Nestled among New England's picturesque scenery and quiet community, we pride ourselves on having an array of well-maintained apartments as part of our beautiful living community. We are known for...
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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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I am happy and doing okay here. I like that it is nice and quiet. All the people are good to you. I feel that I am safe and cared for. The staff keep the community nice and neat. The grounds are clear, the...
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.
CanterburyCanterbury is an independent living community nestled in beautiful, pristine West Hartford in Hartford County, CT. Being friendly and compassionate toward others is what makes the community such a great place to live. Seniors aged 55 and older who are looking to live an independent...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Berry Patch is a senior living apartment community for adults 62 and over, at a price you can afford in South Windsor, Connecticut. This age-restricted community is centrally located east of the Connecticut River, where restaurants, medical services and shopping—the Shoppes at Buckland Hills and...
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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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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.
Watson Farm is a delightful community of apartment rentals for seniors 55 and over, offering independent living at a price you can afford in South Windsor, Connecticut. This age-restricted 72-unit community is centrally located east of the Connecticut River, with restaurants, medical services and...
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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.
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.
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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: 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.
Hillcrest of South Windsor, Connecticut is a comfortable and convenient apartment community designed to meet the needs of seniors 62 and over, offering independent living at a rent you can afford. Ideally located within walking distance of shops and restaurants, Hillcrest is just a short drive...
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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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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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This is an older building so I would give the look of it a 3. They offer daily activities such as Karaoke, daily exercise and my mom has taken advantage of the bingo. My parents attitude is now more...
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.
Delamere WoodsSituated in a picturesque country setting right off route 159 in Hartford County, Delamere Woods in Windsor, CT is an independent living community for those who want to enjoy their golden years in a tranquil environment. While the greenery and scenic landscapes are peaceful, they...
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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.
Imagine an apartment community designed for seniors 55 and over in a beautiful Berlin, Connecticut setting at a price that works with your budget. Welcome to Orchard Ridge, a Metro Prime senior living community convenient to great shopping, restaurants and medical facilities. Conveniently located...

Cost of independent living in East Hartford, CT

The average cost of senior living in East Hartford is $3,795 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $3,929 per month.

Independent living costs in East Hartford, CT, vs. nearby cities

East Hartford, CT
$3,795/mo
$5,905/mo

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

East Hartford, CT
$3,795/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in East Hartford, CT, vs. other senior living options

$6,540/mo
Independent Living
$3,795/mo

Independent living costs in East Hartford, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,092/mo
Studio
$5,819/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,846/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,008/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,525/mo

Senior living costs in East 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: East Hartford, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Hartford, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$3,795/mo$6,345/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,487/mo$8,789/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,540/mo$8,873/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
East Hartford, CT:$3,795/mo
Connecticut:$6,345/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
East Hartford, CT:$6,487/mo
Connecticut:$8,789/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
East Hartford, CT:$6,540/mo
Connecticut:$8,873/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in East Hartford, CT, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Hartford, CT$3,592/mo$3,641/mo-1.3%
Connecticut$3,754/mo$3,855/mo-2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
East Hartford, CT
2024 average cost:$3,592/mo
2023 average cost:$3,641/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$3,754/mo
2023 average cost:$3,855/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in East Hartford

Recent reviews for independent living in East Hartford

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.

Colebrook Village at Hebron

5.0
Colebrook is a well designed, beautiful facility. The residents are friendly and care about each other. Our fabulous staff members work tirelessly to keep us involved, safe and cared for.

Brookdale Chatfield in West Hartford, CT

4.9
The overall quality of the meals has been great, but the coordination of making sure our loved one is getting the right meals has been difficult. They activities are fine and based off our experience so far we would recommend Brookdale Chatfield to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, the sales and concierge teams, as well as the managers, are described as sharp, helpful, and fun. At Arbors of Hop Brook, staff members are no ...
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Diverse activities for socialization. Several reviews praise the variety of activities offered at communities. For example, at Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, there are numerous options for residents to choose from, both in-house and on outings. At Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring, residents engage in a range of activities ...
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Chef-prepared meals with options. Throughout the reviews, high-quality meals stand out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, meals are chef-prepared and residents can enjoy them in the dining room or in their own apartments. At Arbors of Hop Brook, food is de ...
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Modern and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of community facilities. For example, at Holiday White Oaks, residents praise the cleanliness and the modern appearance of their apartments. At Arbors of Hop Brook, the Arbors are described as well-run and well-maintained.
Attentive care for residents' needs. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of staff in addressing residents' needs. For instance, at The Residence at South Windsor Farms, the staff members are described as helpful and responsive. At Colebrook Village at Hebron, the care and support provided to residents is appreciated ...
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Community atmosphere and friendliness of residents. Many reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of residents at communities. For example, at Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, residents look out for one another and make new friends. At Colebrook Village at Hebron, residents describe the warmth and friendliness of their com ...
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East Hartford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Hartford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Hartford, 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 East Hartford 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 East Hartford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Hartford 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 East Hartford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Hartford 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 East Hartford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Colebrook Village at Hebron and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Hartford, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 56 independent living facilities near East Hartford, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in East Hartford, Connecticut are Colebrook Village at Hebron, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks and Southwick Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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