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10 Best Independent Living Communities in New Canaan, CT
The cost of independent living in New Canaan is about $6,472 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 27 options. Read 454 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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4 reviews
What we like the most about The Inn is that it is smaller and it is like having another family. I love the music that they bring in as well as the local school children singing and other good musical groups....
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.
Just a stone's throw from New Canaan's bustling town center, The Inn is Waveny's charming residence for seniors who can appreciate the benefits of independent living in a supportive, intimate retirement community. Like all of Waveny, The Inn welcomes residents from all areas.Nestled in a scenic...
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9.9
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52 reviews
They do a great job welcoming and introducing new residents into the community. They could digitize the events though, they just have a newsletter and bulletin board, a digital reminder through phone or...
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.
Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with choice. Great restaurants, brain and body fitness courses, a Health Care Center with assisted...
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9.8
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48 reviews
What we like the most about Maplewood at Southport is the lovely environment, nice, caring people who seemed to truly care. They have great activities and a high degree of care, if needed.
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.
Leasing Gallery Now Open. Visit us at 1720 Post Road (next to Starbucks), Fairfield. Now accepting reservations. Maplewood at Southport is a luxury senior living community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care. The community is situated on 27-acres of beautifully...
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9.7
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55 reviews
I would recommend Maplewood at Strawberry Hill. My only reason for rating some of the items on your checklist a 4 and not a 5 was due to some of the actions/attitudes of some of the aides and repeated errors...
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.
Maplewood at Strawberry Hill is the sparkling new assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in a friendly neighborhood close to the Norwalk-Westport line, just minutes to major highways and trains. We are part of an innovative, locally based company and not part of a large...
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9.7
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66 reviews
Overall Maplewood at Darien has been a very good experience and our loved one is quite happy. They could have a little more staff communication when things arise so that everyone is better directed and knows...
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.
Maplewood at Darien is an assisted living and memory care residents for the most discerning seniors. Exquisite interior desgin, an enthusiastic and experienced staff of associates, engaging social and cultural enrichments opportunities, and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients...
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9.6
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75 reviews
My mom has been at Atria for several years. The Atria has a wonderful and welcoming community and the staff couldn’t be nicer. She enjoys many of the daily activities and the daily variety they offer. ...
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.
Atria Stamford has served the families of Fairfield County since 2007. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation and expansion to enhance beauty and functionality. Once complete, residents will enjoy a host of exciting new spaces and amenities,...
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9.5
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38 reviews
Moving your parents Into an assisted/independent living facility is never an easy decision. That said, When dealing with a place as lovingly and impeccably managed as the Atria Darien, You immediately gain...
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.
Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.
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9.3
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47 reviews
We looked into Brighton Gardens and when my family took the tour with mom we could tell right away from mom's reaction it's the place where she belonged. It was clean, pleasant atmosphere and most important,...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Stamford is a Sunrise Senior Living community located just minutes from downtown Stamford. Our community is nestled in a beautiful, rural, ten-acre setting surrounded by trees and lovely courtyards. We pride ourselves in our caring, compassionate and experienced support staff,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
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32 reviews
It has definitely been a good fit for my family. The staff is very responsive and helpful. My dad seems to be very happy at the facility and it has been a good fit for him. There doesn't seem to be many...
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 Wilton is now open for visits, Please call us today to schedule a visit.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
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14 reviews
The representatives from Residence at Summer Street reached out to us when we were scrambling to figure things out, and they were very helpful with accommodating needs when I and my brother were not...
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.
WelcomeThe Residence at Summer Street is a premier luxury, and boutique-style Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, in downtown Stamford, CT. When you join our family, you’ll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the...
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8.9
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8 reviews
My wife and I are very happy here at Sunrise Wilton. The staff make it. They know each resident, and they go out of the way to be certain your needs—and wants—are met. My wife has special health...
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.
Located in western Connecticut’s beautiful Norwalk River Valley, just 55 miles from New York City, Sunrise of Wilton provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our ideal location in Fairfield County off...
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8.7
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21 reviews
Although everything has been great, it is quite expensive and was recently notified of an increase. The facility is very nice and very clean. Staff is wonderful and quite friendly/helpful!
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 all-new Ridgefield Station offers local seniors service-enriched Independent and Assisted Living and a residential Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences,...
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8.5
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4 reviews
Mom has found her niche and is very happy and I think busier than she thought she would be. She also had a fall and broke a hip, recovering and doing PT at Edgehill was really a huge plus. She was up 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.
Edgehill, a lifecare community by Benchmark Senior Living is conveniently located on the border of Stamford and Greenwich. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Nursing Care. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and...
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8.4
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9 reviews
I moved my 98 year ok father here several months ago after losing his wife of 64 years last year and then a debilitating fall in another assisted living facility and then a month in a short term rehab...
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.
WelcomeThe Residence at Selleck's Woods is a premier luxury, and boutique-style Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, in beautiful Darien, CT. When you join our family, you’ll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
Review score
29 reviews
The staff at the Benchmark at Stamford has been outstanding. They care for their patients and it shows. We are very happy with all staff and how they are taking care of my mother in law. I would highly...
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.
Conveniently located off Merritt Parkway next to the High Ridge Shopping Center, just minutes from the Stamford JCC, downtown and the beach, Benchmark at Stamford – formerly Sunrise of Stamford – offers nationally award-winning assisted living and memory care. Easy access to downtown Stamford’s...
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My mom has been in the Wellspring residence at Brightview since October 2017. We are very pleased with the cleanliness, the incredible caring staff and the number of activities that are arranged for the...
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.
At Brightview on New Canaan, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking available at our location. All meals are provided to residents. We offer dining options such as vegetarian food and Kosher fare. Residents enjoy regular...
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I absolutely LOVE it!! I'm trying to get settled. All three children were here from California, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C. to move me.
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.
Wilton Commons is a beautiful newly constructed elderly development located in Wilton, CT. The amenities include central air, gazebo, on-site storage, on-site laundry, community room, activity room, a meditation room, convenience store, salon, monthly blood pressure screenings, and weekly...
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We chose The Greens because they did paperwork to put a lean on her home until it was sold so they were very accommodating with that whole process. The room sizes at the facility are very nice, perfect for...
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.
At The Greens At Cannondale, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care,...
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I would recommend because the people there are happy for life, they want to enjoy the time they have remaining and it is a very welcoming and friendly community
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.
Westport's Only Senior Living Community is Now Open!Welcome to The Residence at Westport, a luxury, boutique-style community for area seniors seeking beautiful independent, assisted and memory care living accommodations.This breathtaking community offers a choice of studio, one- and two-bedroom...
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Our hope was always that our Mom, age 95, would be able to remain living with family for her whole life. After 3 hospitalizations in a 7 week time frame, we could no longer provide the skilled nursing care...
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.
Meadow Ridge is a continuing care retirement community located in Redding, CT. Our community includes Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, 24-hour Skilled Nursing services and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a distinctivelifestyle on our campus nestled among 136 acres of...
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We love living at Waterstone on High Ridge. The facility is beautiful & the people are great. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.
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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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.
New Canaan Inn is a charming residence that is ideal for seniors who can appreciate the personal benefits of living independently in a thriving, yet intimate retirement community. We welcome seniors from any geographic location.Our mission is to provide you with a caring and supportive...
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: 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.
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.
Cost of independent living in New Canaan, CT
The average cost of senior living in New Canaan is $6,472 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bristol, CT with an average of $3,952 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in New Canaan, CT vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in New Canaan
Recent reviews for independent living in New Canaan
The Fountains at RiverVue in Tuckahoe, NY
4.5
They have some very nice people who have some tenure. Pretty facility inside and out. Also a pretty good restaurant very close - where you can take your spouse and meet your friends. hey were very supportive. Not just for my wife but also for me.
Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY
4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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The Bristal at East Northport
4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and compassionate staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at the communities. For instance, at The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC, the staff go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and provide excellent care. Residents and their families express gratitude for the long-term fr ...
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Variety of social activities. Residents appreciate the wide range of social activities offered at their communities, such as games, exercises, and group events. For example, at Atria Stamford, residents enjoy participating in daily activities and making new friends. The Atria Stamford community even offers cultural, educat ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces. Residents of The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC appreciate the beautiful grounds and the meticulously maintained buildings, while Atria Stamford res ...
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Attentive and supportive care. Reviews contain many mentions of the staff's attention to residents' needs, both in independent living and assisted living settings. For instance, at The Residence at Summer Street, staff members are always available and responsive to residents and their families. The Watermark community even ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at Waterstone on High Ridge, the dining staff is a strong area of the entire building, and the Atria Stamford community even offers dietary accommodations and cat ...
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Engaging and stimulating environment. Reviews often mention the importance of engaging and stimulating environments for seniors. For instance, at Atria Darien, residents take advantage of the many daily activities and find joy in socializing with their fellow residents. The Atria Darien community also offers cultural, educational, ...
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New Canaan independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Canaan independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan 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 New Canaan 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
40%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56%
33.5%
No sugar
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Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28%
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Availability of select dining options in New Canaan 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 New Canaan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
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Room service
Room service
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36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Canaan 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 New Canaan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
36%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Village at Stratford, Yorktown Assisted Living Residence and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near New Canaan, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 27 independent living facilities near New Canaan, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in New Canaan, Connecticut are Spring Village at Stratford, Yorktown Assisted Living Residence and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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