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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ridgewood, CT

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The cost of independent living in Ridgewood is about $3,450 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 138 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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Photo of Solstice at Guilford
2828 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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41 reviews
9.6
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41 reviews
5 star
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4 star
22%
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I recently visited Solstice and was so impressed with the facility. It is clean, bright, and welcoming. The residents were interacting in small groups and there were many activities posted. One of my...
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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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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35 reviews
9.6
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35 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
48%
3 star
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2 star
3%
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They have very friendly staff - they are attentive, caring and personal. I would absolutely recommend it to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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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98%
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2%
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I was a daily visitor in the Health Center for over 2 years. Without question, the staff at the health center are caring professionals who embraced my husband as if he was truly a part of their family....
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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18 reviews
1.0
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18 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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6%
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It was expensive but my loved one received excellent care. We picked this community because, they had avalability,it was beautiful like a hotel, and I felt that my loved one would feel comfortable . I was...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Haddam is a warm and gracious assisted living and retirement community with 72 bright and spacious one- and two- bedroom apartments, located in the Connecticut River Valley.A terrific value for independent seniors, we offer chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Maintaining independence is wonderful-but living independently doesn't have to mean living alone and contending with everyday tasks and responsibilities that can become overwhelming.The Homestead provides everything needed to enjoy independent living that is not only comfortable and safe, but...
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.
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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.
Located just outside the charming rural Connecticut Village of Essex, Meadowbrook Manor is a wonderful residential care home with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and a professional caring staff. The fully air-conditioned home features private and semi-private rooms, 24 hour care, three home cooked...
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.
The town of Killingworth CT is equidistant from Middletown and Long Island Sound. You may have driven past it on Route 81 going to one of your favorite beaches in Clinton, Madison or Westbrook. We are easy to find from Route 9 and just a mile north of the Killingworth traffic circle. Come see why...
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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.
Chester Village West is a continuing care retirement community located in the picturesque lower Connecticut River Valley offering small town charm and special attention to service. Often tired of home upkeep, residents find that Chester Village West provides the services they need to maintain...
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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.
Green Grove provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community to call home. Located in Guilford, CT, this assisted living community provides a beautiful location for its residents. Guilford is a part of New Haven County, and guests of our residents will enjoy checking out all that the city...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Ridgewood, CT

The average cost of senior living in Ridgewood is $3,450 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old Saybrook Center, CT with an average of $3,648 per month.

Independent living costs in Ridgewood, CT, vs. nearby cities

Ridgewood, CT
$3,450/mo

Independent living costs in Ridgewood, CT, vs. state and national averages

Ridgewood, CT
$3,450/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Ridgewood, CT, vs. other senior living options

$6,396/mo
Independent Living
$3,450/mo

Independent living costs in Ridgewood, CT, by floor plan type

Studio
$7,091/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,094/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,288/mo

Senior living costs in Ridgewood vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ridgewood, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRidgewood, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$3,450/mo$6,345/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,396/mo$8,789/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,396/mo$8,873/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Ridgewood, CT:$3,450/mo
Connecticut:$6,345/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Ridgewood, CT:$6,396/mo
Connecticut:$8,789/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Ridgewood, CT:$6,396/mo
Connecticut:$8,873/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Ridgewood, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ridgewood and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Ridgewood, CT

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ridgewood have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ridgewood, CT$3,878/mo$3,554/mo+9.1%
Connecticut$3,788/mo$3,609/mo+5.0%
National$3,151/mo$3,004/mo+4.9%
Ridgewood, CT
2024 average cost:$3,878/mo
2023 average cost:$3,554/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$3,788/mo
2023 average cost:$3,609/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,151/mo
2023 average cost:$3,004/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Ridgewood

Recent reviews for independent living in Ridgewood

Crescent Point At Niantic

4.3
I'm pleased with the responsiveness of staff and think the pieces are in place for my aunt to have a good experience. I picked this community because of proximity to family and where my aunt used to live.

Seacrest Retirement Center in West Haven, CT

4.0
After visiting many "retirement homes", Seacrest definitely feels more homey than all of the other more institution style residencies. It's beautiful water view setting adds tremendously to its value as well as a strong sense of family amongst its attendants and workers and residents. Our ...
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Benchmark at South Farms in Middletown, CT

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility. The staff are very caring and kind. The folks that will be interacting and caring for your loved ones are crucial to making the transition to a retirement home as painless as possible for all. I have dined with my Mother on several occasions and the food ...
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Ridgewood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridgewood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ridgewood, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ridgewood, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ridgewood, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.4%
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