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The cost of independent living in North Westchester is about $6,290 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 312 options. Read 3613 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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I’m glad I placed my mother here. She is well cared for and close by. As a former librarian she seems comfortable with their interactive classes and activities. The people interaction is most important 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.
At Spring Village, you'll find a dedicated staff who understand the importance of balancing individual care with your independence. Whether you enjoy watching a movie in our theater, reading a novel in our library, or taking an excursion to nearby local shops, we are dedicated to helping you live...
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77 Floor plans available
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I would give fives across-the-board on all questions. I am exceptionally happy with the choice that was made. I have been singing your praises ever since I've gone on the initial interviews and tours of 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.
Maplewood at Orange has carefully blended a comfortable yet elegant decor, an enthusiastic staff, engaging social enrichment and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients to create a unqiely special memory care and assisted living community. Just in the heart of the shopping and...
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She's happy at Colebrook Village . She's made a lot of friends and loves the activity . It's very clean and pleasant atmosphere. The food isn't as good as it should be . Some meals are very good though....
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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I love this place and the staff are very helpful. The nicest thing at River Valley is the friendly residents and staff members. Within a few weeks/months I felt like I was in the middle of family. And 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.
River Valley, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, has just opened, this Spring of 2021! River Valley offers a luxurious, all-inclusive resort-style community is designed for adults 55 and over. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of modern day living without the hassle of upkeep!River...
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When we took my dad to look at Cedarbrook Village. He was very apprehensive about the move. He’s 95 years old and he lived in his home for over 58 years. He finally made the decision to move in and in one...
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!Tucked into the verdant hills of the Pioneer Valley is the town of Ware, Massachusetts. Named the “Manour of Peace” in 1716 by its founder, John Read, Ware remains to this day a quiet town that embraces commercial and recreational growth without allowing it to impose on...
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I have has lived at Southwick Village for several years. The community is set in a beautifully maintained campus with all the amenities I need as I age. Activities, food and most importantly, the staff are...
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.
Southwick Village is a 55+ retirement community, located in the historic town of Southwick, MA. Nestled on 46 acres of towering trees and nature in a park-like setting, close to golf courses, hiking trails and quaint town amenities. Our spacious one and two bedroom cottages have plenty of room...
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The staff gets familiar with the residents and their families in a very positive way. They are very accessible and accommodating. They tried to provide a variety of activities that encourage the residents...
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.
Evergreen Crossings offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Evergreen Crossings top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities will include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one monthly rent payment and no...
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I moved into Elmbrook in June. I love my apartment and it is immaculate. I'm typically a loner and have been most of my life. I've started going to activities recently though and have enjoyed them. Overall I...
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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Very friendly staff, very approachable. Only one meal per day covered in monthly "rent", but that keeps the cost down somewhat. I've only seen my dad's apartment, which is a studio. But it's bigger than...
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.
Arbors, a Nationally Accredited, Continuing Care Retirement Community in Manchester, Connecticut. Arbors offers Independent,Assisted and Continuing Care in a stress-free lifestyle with security, companionship, services and access to our award Health Care Center long term and rehab health care. At...
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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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Fantastic caring staff. Lots of appropriate activities. Love having a driver for my mom's eye dr appointments as part of their service.
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 Village at East Farms is a cozy country estate situated on a picturesque, 34-acre wooded hilltop. An authentic covered bridge, lavish gardens, and rolling panoramas provide the staging for a nine-hole putting green. At East Farms you will find private walking paths and gazebos that grace...
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Photo of The Ivy at Watertown
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The Ivy provides a loving & caring environment for its residents & families. Our initial tour of this community convinced me that this would be a good place for mom. Mom moved in with a great deal of...
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 love the staff, my Aunt is so happy there and we all are pleased with the support and communication. I would highly recommend.
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.
Located minutes from historic downtown Avon, our brand new community is nestled on beautiful farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.Our dining room offers "Anytime Dining" from 7am-7pm, a...
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The staff is amazing and helpful. The food is not great and they run out often before everyone has a chance to get a meal. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have...
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.
White Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in the charming community of Manchester, you'll love the elegant beauty of White Oaks while enjoying the conveniences of the nearby town. If you're in the mood to explore, you'll...
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I have many friends that have lived in this community. The way they are treated and taken care of is out of this world. The employees show so much care and attention to detail its amazing. The food is...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Litchfield. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.
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Beautiful well-maintained facilities and grounds. Friendly staff that are eager to make your stay comfortable. Price has increased nine percent in each of the last two years which will draw down savings...
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.
Farmington Station offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences, features 89 assisted...
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It doesn’t really feel like living in a facility, feels more like a hotel. Decent dining, beautiful grounds, very accessible, great staff, and a multitude of activities available every day including several...
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.
Suffield by the River offers everything you could possibly want in senior residential living: - Independent living in beautifully appointed, spacious apartments with a full array of services and amenities. - Assisted living services offering as little or as much assistance as needed. - River's...
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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 say my father seems to be very happy there. He was able to adapt very well. It is a very nice place to live. I would recommend it to anyone.
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.
Our assisted and memory care community is nestled on ten beautiful acres in Connecticut, providing a warm and inviting background for the perfect senior living experience. With spacious and comfortable accommodations that feel like home, events and activities that nourish that soul and...
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5 stars across the board. We chose The Watermark at East Hill because of the attentiveness of the staff showed how much they care The care has been excellent. The staff is very caring and takes excellent...
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, fantastic events and assisted living,...
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The whole team at HarborChase has been so wonderful to my dad and our whole family - they truly demonstrate a level of care and thoughtfulness that I did not expect to be able to find anywhere. Our whole...
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 Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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The experience had been good since the new company took over last year. At first it was a bit rough. They lost a lot of staff. But they seem to have recovered well under the new director. It's very clean....
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 Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...
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The staff is great. They take great care of the residents and some of them go above and beyond. The facility is a little run down in places but nothing excessive. It's just that the building has been there...
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 progressive, award-winning community is ready and waiting to welcome you to your next home. Located in stunning Agawam, MA our community is the first stand-alone assisted living community in the country to be awarded the Step II Quality Award from the American Healthcare Association and...
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I was getting stale after 23 years of retirement but very active volunteer work. We are in our early 80s ans in good health, but it was time to move into a CCC. SoneRidge has been excellent - staff, fellow...
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.
StoneRidge is a senior living community of over 300 residents and 220 employees. Set on 32 beautiful acres less than three miles from downtown Mystic, StoneRidge offers residents the best of both worlds: a fulfilling lifestyle in one of the most attractive spots on the Connecticut coast. Here,...
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Very impressed with the cleanliness. I just checked with my sister and her number one thing that has made it a great experience is that "the staff is kind". I can't put my finger on it but it's just 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.
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We are conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the...
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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
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.
ALL TOURS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH SOUTHMAYD HOME.
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Cost of independent living in North Westchester, CT

The average cost of senior living in North Westchester is $6,290 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mashantucket, CT with an average of $3,837 per month.

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

North Westchester, CT
$6,397/mo

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

North Westchester, CT
$6,397/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$8,577/mo
Independent Living
$6,397/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,685/mo
Studio
$5,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,631/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,624/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,007/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in North Westchester over time

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What families are saying about independent living in North Westchester

Recent reviews for independent living in North Westchester

The Residence at Ferry Park in Rocky Hill, CT

5.0
My aunt moved into ferry park a few months ago!!! We as a family are thrilled that she is engaged each day with fun activities and exercise classes! She has made some lovely new friends and we sleep better each night knowing a caring staff is there for her!

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtfully selected activities for residents. Residents at various communities express their appreciation for the diverse range of activities that cater to their interests. For example, at Holiday Cedar Woods, residents enjoy activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, and movie nights. At Keystone Commons, there are options for staying ...
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Well-maintained and clean facilities. Many reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private living spaces or communal areas. Residents at Spring Meadows by Monarch and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks particularly comment on the cleanliness, while those at Southwick Village mention ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several residents praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at their communities. Families and residents at Suffield by the River and Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring note the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff, who go above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome and c ...
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Variety of apartment sizes and amenities. Reviews highlight the range of apartment sizes and offerings, allowing residents to choose living spaces that suit their preferences. At Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, residents have access to large two-bedroom apartments, while those at Colebrook Village at Hebron appreciate the small ...
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High-quality and delicious meals. Throughout the reviews, residents consistently mention the excellent food quality and tantalizing meal options in their communities. At Heritage Commons, residents look forward to their meals every day, while those at River Valley Retirement Community note the delicious options and the accom ...
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Engaging social environments. Residents at various communities enjoy the opportunity to socialize and make new friends. At Arbors of Hop Brook, there are ample opportunities for residents to connect with one another, while those at Elmbrook Village at Bozrah appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and the sense of community
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North Westchester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Westchester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Westchester, 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 North Westchester 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 North Westchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Westchester, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.7%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.4%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
34.3%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.9%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.1%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in North Westchester 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 North Westchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Westchester, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
35.4%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.1%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Westchester 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 North Westchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Westchester, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.2%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.6%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.8%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.7%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
27.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43%
45.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Stratford, Maplewood at Orange and Colebrook Village at Hebron are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Westchester, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 312 independent living facilities near North Westchester, Connecticut. See the full list.

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