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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Stafford Springs, CT

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The cost of independent living in Stafford Springs is about $4,333 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 181 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 Colebrook Village at HebronCommunity card badge
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Colebrook Village is amazing. We are so blessed to have this community for my mother. The staff is very attentive and polite! Thank you!
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.
Ask about our Rare Memory Care Opening!Colebrook Village at Hebron opened in May of 2018. We offer independent living, assisted living, and memory care. We have 113 units and are located in a quaint small town in Eastern CT. Surrounded by flora and fauna, our building was designed to maximize the...
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9.8
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24 reviews
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24 reviews
5 star
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This is a very alive place. It is easy living: no food to buy or cook, no responsibilities about a house or lawn, no property taxes. One can be active in the community, or local senior center or there are...
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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Photo of The Reserve at East Longmeadow
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62 reviews
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62 reviews
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My Dad has been a resident in the Reserve’s memory care unit for [date removed]. He is benefiting greatly from the caring staff that provides regular medication management, meals and housekeeping. The...
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 Reserve at East Longmeadow is a new and exceptional assisted living and memory care community in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. East Longmeadow is a beautiful city just outside of Springfield, one of the 'greenest' cities in the country with over 2,400 acres of parks. Springfield is also the...
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Photo of Ruth's House
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9.2
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27 reviews
9.2
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27 reviews
5 star
58%
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I love Ruth's house everyone nice, it was clean. And lots of activities all day!! My mom passed away and I still go volunteer there!
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.
In 2012, JGS will celebrate 100 years of caring for the elderly in our community. When JGS was first established, the founders made a promise to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services - based upon Jewish traditions and values - to those facing the challenges of aging. Jewish...
Photo of The Ivy at Ellington
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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12 reviews
9.0
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12 reviews
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The place is clean and the staff is friendly and most of all they treat the residents with respect. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
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 Ivy at Ellington is the newest assisted living residential community from The Arbors Assisted Living Residential Communities. Ellington has its roots as an agricultural community as well as a resort community with Crystal Lake within its boundaries. Conveniently located in Ellington,...
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33 Floor plans available
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8.9
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8.9
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41 reviews
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My mom loves it at Bluebird Estates. It's a great place for her, instead of living alone in her house. No need for a car or cooking. Lots of activities. Hair and nails place there. People to socialize...
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.
Bluebird Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in Old Bluebird Acres, our grounds were once a thriving apple orchard and Bluebird Estates' scenic landscaping reflects the picturesque beauty of bygone days. You'll love the quiet serenity of our...
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Photo of All American at Enfield Assisted Living
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12 reviews
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The overall experience was a life saver. We could visit her anytime yet it wasn't as stressful for everyone, and it was getting way too much for my father in law to handle. Most of the time the facility was...
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.
Find the level of care you deserve at All American Assisted Living in Enfield. With the help of our personalized lifestyles and a broad selection of services and amenities, you will live in comfort, ease, and grace.We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.Our goal is to have...
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26 reviews
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Great care in memory unit. Clean, attractive facility with excellent food. My husband has dementia and it's his 1st time in a facility. He was apprehensive about it but with encouragement from staff,...
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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again.  Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a...
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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
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.
Photo of Mark Twain Congregate Living
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.
Hillcrest of South Windsor, Connecticut is a comfortable and convenient apartment community designed to meet the needs of seniors 62 and over, offering independent living at a rent you can afford. Ideally located within walking distance of shops and restaurants, Hillcrest is just a short drive...
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.
Photo of Glenmeadow, a CCRC
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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.
In 1884, Glenmeadow was the first organization in Western Massachusetts to provide a safe place for seniors to live out their retirement years with dignity. Today, we continue to redefine retirement living by providing whatever people need to live a worry-free retirement. We provide the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Stafford Springs, CT

The average cost of senior living in Stafford Springs is $4,333 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old Saybrook Center, CT with an average of $3,503 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Stafford Springs, CT vs. nearby cities

Stafford Springs, CT
$4,333/mo
$3,942/mo
$5,309/mo

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

Stafford Springs, CT
$4,333/mo
U.S. national average
$4,050/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Stafford Springs vs. other types of senior living

$5,687/mo
Independent Living
$4,333/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Stafford Springs, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$5,750/mo
Studio
$5,761/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,725/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,025/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Stafford Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Stafford Springs

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.

Cedarbrook Village at Ware

4.9
Welcoming front desk staff. Executive Director and marketing staff all pleasant and helpful. Answered all of our questions. Provided lots of details for us to consider. All the staff have smiles on their faces when they are working! Very helpful to residents and their families. Extremely clean ...
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Creamery Brook Village in Brooklyn, CT

5.0
My Dad just loves living at Creamery Brook Village!! Everyone is so nice and helpful. There are so many activities to keep him busy if he wants to participate. He loves the food, the Chefs and staff go out of their way to make sure he is happy and satisfied. His apartment is perfect for him ...
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Stafford Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stafford Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stafford Springs, 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 Stafford Springs 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 Stafford Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stafford Springs, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.7%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
33.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Stafford Springs 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 Stafford Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stafford Springs, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stafford Springs 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 Stafford Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stafford Springs, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Colebrook Village at Hebron, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stafford Springs, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Stafford Springs, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Stafford Springs, Connecticut are Colebrook Village at Hebron, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and The Holiday Retirement. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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