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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Britain, CT

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The cost of independent living in South Britain is about $5,093 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 387 options.

Read 7656 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Fairfield, Wallingford and New Haven.

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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.
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
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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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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 like the care here from the great staff at this clean community. The meals are good and they have a great chief. They have a room with a beautiful view over lookng the ocean. I would recommend this...
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.
Seacrest Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the historic and scenic West Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut. West Haven has been an established township since 1648 and sits right along the shoreline, hosting a beautiful and relaxing beach. Our gorgeous senior living...
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Yes, staff goes out of their way to be helpful. As a family member they allow me to be able to know Mom is cared for 24/7 when I'm not with her which gives me the freedom to do the things I still need to do....
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.
Located in Southington, Connecticut, The Orchards provides easy access to shopping, medical services and other services offered in downtown Southington. Each resident enjoys the privacy of their own studio, one or two bedroom apartment with all the benefits of a full service community. The...
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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.
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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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
Cedar Springs is actually two distinct communities we call Cedar Springs East and Cedar Springs West. Cedar Springs East is easily found at the end of Aircraft Road (off of Route 10 by Dunkin Donuts). The Quinnipiac River separates Cedar Springs West which is located right off West Queen Street...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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: 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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in South Britain, CT

The average cost of senior living in South Britain is $5,093 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Britain, CT with an average of $3,766 per month.

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

South Britain, CT
$5,093/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in South Britain, CT, vs. other senior living options

$8,275/mo
Independent Living
$5,093/mo

Independent living costs in South Britain, CT, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,659/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,252/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,183/mo

Senior living costs in South Britain 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: South Britain, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Britain, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$5,093/mo$4,243/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,195/mo$7,821/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,275/mo$9,388/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
South Britain, CT:$5,093/mo
Connecticut:$4,243/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
South Britain, CT:$7,195/mo
Connecticut:$7,821/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
South Britain, CT:$8,275/mo
Connecticut:$9,388/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in South Britain, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in South Britain 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 South Britain, CT

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Britain 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 average 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
South Britain, CT$4,248/mo$4,431/mo-4.1%
Connecticut$4,028/mo$3,746/mo+7.5%
National$3,243/mo$3,029/mo+7.1%
South Britain, CT
2024 average cost:$4,248/mo
2023 average cost:$4,431/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$4,028/mo
2023 average cost:$3,746/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,243/mo
2023 average cost:$3,029/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in South Britain

Recent reviews for independent living in South Britain

Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program 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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Heritage Pointe Apartments in Staatsburg, NY

4.0
The community is very friendly and everyone seems very good. I would recommend this community to others

South Britain independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Britain independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Britain, 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 South Britain 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 South Britain 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
26.4%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.3%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Britain 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 South Britain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
36.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Britain 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 South Britain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31.5%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.4%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Pomperaug Woods a CCRC, Monarch Southbury and East Hill are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Britain, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 387 independent living facilities near South Britain, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Britain, Connecticut are Atria Rye Brook, Atria Stamford and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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