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The cost of independent living in Welles Village is about $3,832 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 52 options. Read 706 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: 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.
Our April Time Residential Care Home is conveniently located in the classic Manchester, Connecticut. Nestled among New England's picturesque scenery and quiet community, we pride ourselves on having an array of well-maintained apartments as part of our beautiful living community. We are known for...
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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, Memory Care
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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.
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Jefferson House, a department of Hartford Hospital since 1873, offers a continuum of care on its campus to meet the needs of the aged and infirm. Accommodations and services include an Independent and assisted living complex, sub acute, palliative and long term skilled nursing beds, a rest home...
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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.
At the very base of Cedar Mountain, surrounded by fresh air and a beautiful natural landscape, you'll find Cedar Mountain Commons. This is an extraordinary senior living community - a meeting place of spirited people, family traditions and fond memories. Living here, in the assisted or...
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I am happy and doing okay here. I like that it is nice and quiet. All the people are good to you. I feel that I am safe and cared for. The staff keep the community nice and neat. The grounds are clear, the...
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.
CanterburyCanterbury is an independent living community nestled in beautiful, pristine West Hartford in Hartford County, CT. Being friendly and compassionate toward others is what makes the community such a great place to live. Seniors aged 55 and older who are looking to live an independent...
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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.
Watson Farm is a delightful community of apartment rentals for seniors 55 and over, offering independent living at a price you can afford in South Windsor, Connecticut. This age-restricted 72-unit community is centrally located east of the Connecticut River, with restaurants, medical services and...
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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.
Berry Patch is a senior living apartment community for adults 62 and over, at a price you can afford in South Windsor, Connecticut. This age-restricted community is centrally located east of the Connecticut River, where restaurants, medical services and shopping—the Shoppes at Buckland Hills and...
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: 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.
Imagine an apartment community designed for seniors 55 and over in a beautiful Berlin, Connecticut setting at a price that works with your budget. Welcome to Orchard Ridge, a Metro Prime senior living community convenient to great shopping, restaurants and medical facilities. Conveniently located...
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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.
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...
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The care is great and they have excellent activities. I can't think of any ways they could improve. What we like most about Seabury is the staff. They're always very upbeat and attentive. I'm not there all...
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.
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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: 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.
Worthington Manor in East Berlin, Hartford County, Connecticut is an assisted living residence built on tradition and dedication to community. This quiet and serene little town has many delicious restaurants and local businesses to haunt on a Saturday shopping spree. East Berlin is a gorgeous...
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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.
A Pleasant Home Alternative for the ElderlyToday’s challenge in the long-term care business is to create suitable shelter and care solutions to meet the steadily increasing needs of an elderly community of people who can no longer remain totally independent but who do not require nursing care.The...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Welles Village, CT

The average cost of senior living in Welles Village is $3,832 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 Welles Village, CT vs. nearby cities

Welles Village, CT
$3,832/mo
$3,947/mo

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

Welles Village, CT
$3,832/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Welles Village vs. other types of senior living

$6,620/mo
Independent Living
$3,832/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Welles Village, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$6,100/mo
Studio
$5,775/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,366/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,750/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,455/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Welles Village over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Welles Village

Recent reviews for independent living in Welles Village

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.

Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks

5.0
The vilage is a good place to live. Transition was a lot easier than expected because management and the staff go out of their way to help you adjust. Large apartments, very clean facility, many activities to choose from. Visited 3 other places in the area and Stonebrook had the best apartments ...
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Colebrook Village at Hebron

5.0
Colebrook is a well designed, beautiful facility. The residents are friendly and care about each other. Our fabulous staff members work tirelessly to keep us involved, safe and cared for.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Chef-prepared meals and excellent dining experiences. Several reviews praise the quality of the food and meals in communities, with mentions of professional chefs preparing meals and accommodating dietary restrictions. At Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, for example, visitors can enjoy chef-prepared meals for only $5 during the week and ...
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of community staff members, with many expressing gratitude for their attentiveness and willingness to make adjustments. For instance, at Holiday White Oaks, staff members even fixed a shower door for a resident the same day instead of waiti ...
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Modern and spacious apartments. Reviews highlight the modernity and size of apartments in communities, making residents feel at home and not in a nursing home. At Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, apartments come with washers and dryers, adding to the convenience and comfort. The modern design and nice living spaces ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Communities offer various activities and opportunities for socializing, as mentioned in several reviews. Residents at Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring, for instance, enjoy plentiful activities and being introduced to newcomers to make them feel welcome. The engaging activities help residents s ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Some reviews highlight the thoughtful and accommodating nature of community management. At Holiday White Oaks, the geriatric care manager advises families to speak with current residents and mentions how the staff goes above and beyond their expected duties to cater to residents' needs. Manage ...
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Renovated facilities and up-to-date spaces. Reviews mention the renovated facilities and up-to-date spaces in communities, creating a modern and clean environment for residents. For example, at Holiday White Oaks, residents look forward to the renovations when they are completed and the new spaces that will be available for socializing ...
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Welles Village independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Welles Village independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Welles Village, 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 Welles Village 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 Welles Village 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
20%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.2%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.8%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Welles Village 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 Welles Village communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.2%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.2%
43%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Welles Village 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 Welles Village offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.2%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.9%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.2%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.2%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.8%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.7%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.1%
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Colebrook Village at Hebron, Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community and The Holiday Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Welles Village, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 52 independent living facilities near Welles Village, Connecticut. See the full list.

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

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