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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Norfolk, CT

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The cost of independent living in South Norfolk is about $5,802 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 311 options. Read 4387 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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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Perhaps the greatest joy in retiring is knowing you can live life to its fullest.Maintaining your independence and helping you enjoy your life is our main goal at Carmel Ridge and Teresian Towers. Located on the grounds of St. Joseph’s Center, our unique independent senior communities provide the...
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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.
St. Joseph’s Center strives to offer quality senior care while maintaining our Catholic identity and mission. Located in desirable Trumbull, CT our residents enjoy a high quality of life with access to all that Trumbull that has to offer. Voted as one of the “Best Town for Families” by Family...
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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: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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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
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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.
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...
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
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.

Cost of independent living in South Norfolk, CT

The average cost of senior living in South Norfolk is $5,802 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $3,967 per month.

Independent living costs in South Norfolk, CT, vs. nearby cities

South Norfolk, CT
$5,802/mo

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

South Norfolk, CT
$5,802/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

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

$8,064/mo
Independent Living
$5,802/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,966/mo
Studio
$6,159/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,442/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,311/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,591/mo

Senior living costs in South Norfolk 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 Norfolk, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Norfolk, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$5,802/mo$6,386/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$7,972/mo$8,845/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$8,064/mo$8,930/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
South Norfolk, CT:$5,802/mo
Connecticut:$6,386/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
South Norfolk, CT:$7,972/mo
Connecticut:$8,845/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
South Norfolk, CT:$8,064/mo
Connecticut:$8,930/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in South Norfolk, CT, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Norfolk 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
South Norfolk, CT$3,777/mo$4,043/mo-6.6%
Connecticut$3,754/mo$3,855/mo-2.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
South Norfolk, CT
2024 average cost:$3,777/mo
2023 average cost:$4,043/mo
Percent change:-6.6%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$3,754/mo
2023 average cost:$3,855/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in South Norfolk

Recent reviews for independent living in South Norfolk

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

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.

The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY

4.0
Mom seems to be doing well here. She has settled in nicely. She does what activities she can due to her dementia. As far as I know, she likes the food I haven't heard any complaints about it. The staff has been friendly and good-natured very professional. The community appears clean and well ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at different communities, such as at Cedar Woods, where the management goes above and beyond to provide excellent care and make loved ones feel at home.
Variety of activities to accommodate diverse interests. Residents appreciate the wide range of activities offered at various communities, like Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, that cater to different interests and preferences, allowing them to stay engaged and active.
Cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with some, like Heritage Commons, going as far as mentioning the pristine bathrooms and beautifully maintained grounds.
Communication between families and staff. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is highly valued, with many communities, like Holiday White Oaks, setting regular meetings to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met.
Customized care plans to accommodate individual needs. Reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, such as The Ivy at Watertown, which makes daily tasks easier and safer for residents and their families.
High-quality, delicious meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For instance, at Benchmark at South Farms, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes a highlight of the day for re ...
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South Norfolk independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Norfolk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Norfolk, 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Norfolk, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.5%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.5%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Norfolk 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 Norfolk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Norfolk 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 Norfolk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Norfolk, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.5%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.8%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.2%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.8%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.1%
46.5%
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Colebrook Village at Hebron, Spring Village at Danbury and River Valley Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Norfolk, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 311 independent living facilities near South Norfolk, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Norfolk, Connecticut are Colebrook Village at Hebron, Spring Village at Danbury and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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