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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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My mother has been a resident of split rock for a little over a year. She is considered an independent living with no personal aid care. She does get some minimal house keeping. I have had issues regarding...
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.
Set at the heart of it all, Benchmark at Split Rock welcomes you to connect — with friends, with nature, with your passions and your talents. Our brand new, state-of-the-art community will be a place where innovation and tradition meet.Nestled among the shops and restaurants at Split Rock, we are...
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I would tell them that it's a beautiful facility, staff seems to be very caring and attentive, safety measures are in place, the cost is reasonable compared to others we'd visited. Mom seems happy. We picked...
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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Photo of Brookdale Chatfield
1212 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.9
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40 reviews
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I rate Brookdale Chatford a 5 for all categories stated. The staff, the facility, the programs, all quite professional. The environment felt like home, staff made bit feel like family. 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.
From the moment you walk through the door of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in West Hartford, you will feel peace and comfort. To be honest, you might even feel a little bit giddy. It may have something to do with the beautiful common areas, private...
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Photo of Holiday Bluebird Estates
2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.9
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My mom loves it at Bluebird Estates. It's a great place for her, instead of living alone in her house. No need for a car or cooking. Lots of activities. Hair and nails place there. People to socialize...
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.
Bluebird Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in Old Bluebird Acres, our grounds were once a thriving apple orchard and Bluebird Estates' scenic landscaping reflects the picturesque beauty of bygone days. You'll love the quiet serenity of our...
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What we like the most about the Southmayd Home for Women, is that we feel that our loved one is in a safe place. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Southmayd Home to other...
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.
ALL TOURS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH SOUTHMAYD HOME.
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Photo of Keystone Place at Newbury Brook
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It was very homey and everyone was very friendly. I saw other places that were very impressive, opulent almost, but they didn't feel like home. Also, the apartments are really spacious, well appointed and...
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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Photo of Christopher Heights Of Belchertown
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Mom spent the winter of '23-24 at this assisted living home - on the social plan. She was treated with dignity and respect by the loving and caring staff. "CLEAN" has always been an extremely high priority...
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.
Our Premier Assisted Living Community is located in the beautiful Carriage Grove neighborhood that features walking paths and a common green. Our community has options that accommodate an individual's personal and financial needs allowing every resident to remain in a private apartment to live...
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Photo of The Arbors at Amherst
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8.9
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The staff at The Arbors at Amherst are professional and caring. The food is excellent tasting, well prepared and very appealing. Everyone who works at the facility greets you with a smile. We arrived one day...
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.
Photo of Holiday Farmington
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2222 Floor plans available
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Friendly staff and residents. The renovations made. Monthly rent is affordable Lacking staff. Facility definitely needs to hire more people Seems like they can't retain a decent chef/cook for long enough. I...
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.
Village Gate of Farmington provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within beautiful, scenic grounds just outside of Hartford, you'll love the elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of the nearby town. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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Photo of Brookdale West Hartford
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The director [name removed] was very pleasant to work with . He made the move in process easy and quick . All the staff is very friendly /seems to know who you are . The building itself is very nice /clean.
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.
Live The Life You WantNo one deserves to spend their golden years worrying about being alone in the event of an emergency or caring the heavy burden of family care alone. That’s why our assisted living and memory care community is here to provide personalized care plans, spacious and comfortable...
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Photo of Monarch Southbury
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.8
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49 reviews
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It has truly been a very good experience. The staff is very attentive and has been great with my MIL. Only complaint would be the variety of activities and the fact there have been changes to staff a bit....
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.
Monarch Southbury, formerly known as Motif by Monarch, is located in the Southbury area, which is full of natural beauty, and our community makes the most of Mother Nature's finest. Located on Main Street South in Southbury, Connecticut, Motif is set against rolling green hills, with several...
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Photo of The Ivy at Watertown
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They're top notch! Friendly, caring and communicative. I think they're great! My mom coming from a house feels the apartments are small, but after seeing other options, I think they're have a beautiful...
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.
Photo of Brookdale Eddy Pond East
55 Photos available
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I have already recommended Eddy Pond East to someone .By the way, my mother was also at Eddy Pond West, I would also recommend them
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.
Brookdale Eddy Pond East is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts. Our community has an ideal location off Route 20 and convenient to I-395 just minutes from grocery stores, banks, restaurants, shopping and three world-class hospitals. Auburn is a historic...
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Photo of Atria Crossroads Place
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8.7
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Tuesday my friend and I went to visit my mother in law at Atria. When we arrived my mother in law was not there. Atria had taken everyone from Memory Care out on a bus ride! How wonderful! They were so...
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.
Exciting NEW enhancements are now complete at Atria Crossroads Place! Extensive renovations include refurbished common spaces, an upgraded salon, a modern bistro, redesigned restaurant and private dining room with outdoor canopy, library, custom fitness center, additional outdoor green space and...
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Photo of Keystone Commons
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The bedrooms are bigger than the average in the industry. Handyman available to help with work within the apartment. Staff is very responsive to needs and questions.
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 Commons provides Independent, Assisted, Alzheimer's and Memory Care residential living in Ludlow, MA.  Keystone Commons is a rental community that offers people over the age of 55 years a delightful way to live.  Independent Living (44 apartments) provides 31 meals per month,...
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Photo of Armbrook Village
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We chose Armbrook Village because of the convenient location and the solid reputation that they have around town. Everyone there is extremely friendly and helpful. Mom is very happy there!
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.
Armbrook Village offers seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted living options as well as a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood featuring innovative, research-based programming for those with memory loss...
Photo of Brookdale Eddy Pond West
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only negative is her room is not the cleanest and the wash should be done separately for each person and sometimes it's not. The staff at least on the third floor Eddy pond west is extremely caring and...
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.
Freedom to Live WellGet ready to exchange cooking, cleaning and laundry for a rich and full retirement experience. At our assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts, we handle the household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. With cozy private...
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Photo of Brookdale South Windsor
1717 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.7
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My mother moved in a few months ago and we have since seen such beautiful changes in her. When we toured we explained mom wasn’t the most social and would likely want to be up in her room often, we just...
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.
Brookdale South Windsor is now open for in person visits and move ins!!! Such exciting news - we can now share our family like community with you and your loved one in person ( with safety precautions of course) but you all can see the apartment of your choice. We can also move new resident in...
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Photo of Anthology of Simsbury
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A pleasant place to live with various activities: exercises, films, documentaries. Immediate response to medical problems. Food - variable. Entertainment - good music programs. Overall experience is 4 stars.
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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Photo of The Residence at South Windsor FarmsCommunity card badge
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I can’t say enough about the exceptional care my father has received since moving into the Memory Care neighborhood, Reflections at The Residence at South Windsor Farms. The entire team, thoughtfully led...
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.
The Residence at South Windsor, our beautiful, new community is nestled on spectacular farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, Wapping Park, I-84 and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.We offer 80 apartments; a combination of 31...
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Photo of Benchmark at Orchard Valley
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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The facility itself is fairly old so climate control can be an issue at times. The food in dining room is fair but not great. Service can be difficult as they are only allowed 2 servers. Space is limited...
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.
Orchard Valley at Wilbraham blends the best of assisted living with a small town atmosphere. Known for its working farms and annual peach festival, our community embodies close family ties, fond memories and lasting traditions. Just a short drive from Main Street in Wilbraham, MA, Orchard Valley...
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Photo of Addison Place at Glastonbury
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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
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.
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...
Photo of Holiday Quail Run Estates
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My mom has had to move from Holiday Quail Run back in [date removed] because she needed assisted living instead of independent living so we moved her to [community name removed]. While at Holiday Quail Run...
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.
Quail Run Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Springfield, you'll love the comfortable facilities, our friendly staff and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from...
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Photo of Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
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[Name removed] explained without selling, food is well balanced and good, move in went smoothly with 7 friends and two professional movers. The front office staff, including [name removed], are very...
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.
Located in the heart of Guilford, Connecticut, our beautiful New England community boasts multiple social activities and a relaxing lifestyle. Our 80-acre nature preserve offers a tranquil, country setting not too far away from lively New Haven. Solstice Senior Living at Guilford is close to...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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I would recommend. Mother has accepted and appears happy and content. We were attracted by the location. 12 minutes from my home.
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.
Majestic ocean views from a breathtaking seaside hilltop greet residents daily at The Village at Mariner's Point. Lavish gardens provide a setting for leisure, art, and fitness activities. Private walking paths and gazebos grace beautifully manicured gardens, while the 68-seat movie theater,...
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Cost of independent living in Gilead, CT

The average cost of senior living in Gilead is $4,449 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old Saybrook Center, CT with an average of $3,748 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilead, CT vs. nearby cities

Gilead, CT
$4,449/mo
$3,947/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilead, CT vs. the state and national average

Gilead, CT
$4,449/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilead vs. other types of senior living

$6,536/mo
Independent Living
$4,449/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gilead, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$5,731/mo
Studio
$5,738/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,787/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,736/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,334/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gilead over time

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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.

Cedarbrook Village at Ware

4.9
Welcoming front desk staff. Executive Director and marketing staff all pleasant and helpful. Answered all of our questions. Provided lots of details for us to consider. All the staff have smiles on their faces when they are working! Very helpful to residents and their families. Extremely clean ...
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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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Gilead independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilead, 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 Gilead 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 Gilead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilead, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.7%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
39%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.8%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.6%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilead 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 Gilead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilead, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.1%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
39%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilead 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 Gilead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilead, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.5%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.1%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.6%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.3%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.7%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
45.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Stratford, Colebrook Village at Hebron and Cedarbrook Village at Ware are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gilead, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 285 independent living facilities near Gilead, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Gilead, Connecticut are Spring Village at Stratford, Colebrook Village at Hebron and Cedarbrook Village at Ware. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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