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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hartford, CT
The cost of independent living in Hartford is about $5,804 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 69 options. Read 1120 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 East Longmeadow, Glastonbury and Wallingford.
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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: 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.
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...
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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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.
An attractive apartment community in Avon, Connecticut, Peachtree Village offers seniors 62 and over independent living for a rent that makes sense. Ideally located in the heart of prestigious Avon, this senior living community is easily accessible to restaurants, medical services and shopping by...
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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...
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.
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Our sprawling 5.5-acre campus has something for everyone with a wide array of activities for energetic adults, as well as those with medical needs. Our casual elegance will make you feel welcome and comfortable. Jerome Home provides a full service continuum and is here to meet your needs today...
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.
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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...
Cost of independent living in Hartford, CT
The average cost of senior living in Hartford is $5,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Simsbury Center, CT with an average of $3,866 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hartford, CT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hartford, CT vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Hartford
Recent reviews for independent living in Hartford
Middlewoods of Farmington
4.6
I have been a resident (independent) for 17 1/12 years. The community is just the right size (# of residents). The staff is welcoming and friendly, although I do not need care services, it's important to know it 's available. A resident can be as involved in the community as they whish to be. I ...
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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.
Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
5.0
The food is very good the staff is premium level of caring they go above and beyond to make sure their residents feel like home and try to create a family culture.
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Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff at various communities, such as Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Holiday White Oaks, and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks. Residents and their families appreciate the helpfulness and kindness of the staff, ...
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Variety of activities tailored to residents' interests. Communities like Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Holiday Farmington, and The Residence at Brookside offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. Whether it's knitting clubs, gardening, or off-site trips, there's something for everyone.
Chef-prepared meals. Residents at communities like Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring, and Holiday White Oaks rave about the quality of the meals provided. With chef-prepared options and accommodations for dietary restrictions and preferences, mealtimes are a highlight f ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews for Holiday Farmington, Arbors of Hop Brook, and The Residence at South Windsor Farms mention the cleanliness and thoughtful design of the living spaces. Residents appreciate the attention to detail, ensuring their apartments feel like home.
Engaging social atmosphere. Communities like Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, The Residence at Brookside, and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks foster a friendly and social atmosphere, with residents making new friends and staying engaged in activities. This helps create a sense of community and belonging. ...
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Helpful and communicative staff. Reviews for communities like Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring, and Holiday White Oaks praise the openness and responsiveness of the staff. Clear communication and a willingness to address concerns help ensure residents and their families feel infor ...
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Hartford independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hartford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 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 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
24.6%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.9%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.3%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in 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 Hartford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
45.9%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.9%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
42.6%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in 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 Hartford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.8%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.6%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.9%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.9%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.3%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
41%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
45.6%
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Colebrook Village at Hebron, Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community and Southwick Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hartford, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
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