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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Franklin, CT
The cost of independent living in Franklin is about $3,816 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 69 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as New London, Glastonbury and Mystic.
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Colebrook Village is amazing. We are so blessed to have this community for my mother. The staff is very attentive and polite! Thank you!
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.
Now doing in person tours!Colebrook Village at Hebron opened in May of 2018. We offer independent living, assisted living, and memory care. We have 112 units and are located in a quaint small town in Eastern CT. Surrounded by flora and fauna, our building was designed to maximize the amount of...
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28 reviews
I love everything about living at Elmbrook. My apartment is so nice and beautiful and I love to show it off. I moved in after one of my friends did and it was the best decision I could have made. I've made a...
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.
Now doing in person tours!Elmbrook Village at Bozrah opened in September 2019. Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Elmbrook Village was designed to maximize the amount of natural light available and has 115 apartments with a variety of styles. We have some of the largest...
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THANK YOU to [name removed] for being such a personable and helpful Manager at AHEPA! My 70 yo sister is delighted to live in that community! I am thankful that my sister has such caregivers and friends in...
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.
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.
Sheltering Arms is a retirement care residence for men and women 60 years of age and older which offers a less restrictive but dignified alternative for seniors who could benefit from supervised living. Residents spend their “golden years” in comfort enjoying companionship, home style meals,...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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 independent living in Franklin, CT
The average cost of senior living in Franklin is $3,816 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old Saybrook Center, CT with an average of $3,433 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Franklin, CT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Franklin, CT vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Franklin, CT by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Franklin
Recent reviews for independent living in Franklin
Academy Point at Mystic
5.0
Overall, it's been a great experience. My dad seems to be very happy there. The most appealing part is the being in a New England home feel. Not a nursing home environment. Dad is just on a vacation!
Creamery Brook Village in Brooklyn, CT
5.0
My Dad just loves living at Creamery Brook Village!! Everyone is so nice and helpful. There are so many activities to keep him busy if he wants to participate. He loves the food, the Chefs and staff go out of their way to make sure he is happy and satisfied. His apartment is perfect for him ...
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Solstice Senior Living at Groton
4.6
I'm speaking as an outsider. Going on my mother's opinion.
We chose Solstice because of the cleanliness, friendliness of everyone, and cooking her meals, etc. But rent is very high for being understaffed I think. My sister and I have been helping to pay her rent for about a year.
They usually ...
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Franklin independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Franklin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Franklin, 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 Franklin 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 Franklin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Franklin 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 Franklin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Franklin, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Franklin 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 Franklin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Colebrook Village at Hebron, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Arbors of Hop Brook are the top-rated independent living facilities near Franklin, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Franklin, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Franklin, Connecticut are Colebrook Village at Hebron, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Arbors of Hop Brook. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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