Shady Oaks Assisted Living
344 Stevens St, Bristol, CT, 06010
Assisted living facilities in Bristol charge $5,753 per month, which is significantly higher than the national average and moderately more affordable than other parts of the state. These residential facilities provide meals, accommodations, recreational activities and skilled services, such as physical therapy. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who can live independently most of the time but may require occasional help with daily activities.
This guide features pricing information, a directory of local assisted living facilities and details about support services available to seniors and their families. Learn more about your options below.
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344 Stevens St, Bristol, CT, 06010
20 Devonwood Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032
4.4
(33 reviews)
"We went to look at Brookdale Gables Farmington. They showed us around the dining hall and where the activities are. In assisted living, they have appliances in the apartments. They invited me in for a meal, and it was delicious. The staff was very fr..."
READ MORE101 Bickford Extension, Avon, CT, 06001
4.3
(28 reviews)
"River Ridge at Avon was very nice. They took us through everything. They took us to all the rooms. They showed us what goes on from day to day. It was a very good experience. The building was nice. The rooms were clean. It was top-notch. The amenitie..."
READ MORE180 Scott Road, Waterbury, CT, 06705
"The Village at East Farms was very nice. I liked it very much. The only thing was that it was pricey and I wanted something with a little bit more room. When I walked in there, it reminded me of a nursing home and I'm not quite ready for that. The pl..."
READ MORE511 Kensington Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451
4.4
(19 reviews)
"My mother-in-law was at The Village at Kensington Place in Meriden for 3 months and the care and attention that she got there was good. She was in their assisted living and the staff was fantastic and caring. She, of course, needed help and assistanc..."
READ MOREOne Chatfield Drive, West Hartford, CT, 06110
4.1
(17 reviews)
"Brookdale Chatfield was a very nice location. The biggest drawback was just its distance. It's not convenient for us. We have looked at both a studio and a one-bedroom. They didn't have an open one-bedroom for us to see, but we visited one that was c..."
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1 Bridgewater Road, Farmington, CT, 06032
3.8
(12 reviews)
"I am the daughter of a current resident who we moved from another facility about 7 mos ago. The staff is the best we have experienced. My mother has wonderful care and is thriving. The BEST choice we have made. She loves the food, she is involved wit..."
READ MORE117 Simsbury Road, Avon, CT, 06001
4.3
(7 reviews)
"The Residence at Brookside was very nice. It was very regal looking when you drive up and very well-kept. You walk in, and everyone was very nice. It was just beautiful inside because they have the big stone fireplaces. People were friendly, and the ..."
READ MORE142 Cooper Avenue, Weatogue, CT, 06089
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Tucked between two panoramic ridges, the river valley of Simsbury, Connecticut, features a charming downtown, renowned local attractions, hi..."
READ MORE250 Columbia Boulevard, Waterbury, CT, 06710
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is at Southmayde Homes. They have choices of rooms, i.e., a smaller room, a mid-sized room or a large room. All of them are perfectly able to live in because they're not in the room all day. They are very caring and very interested in each ind..."
READ MORE550 Avery Heights, Hartford, CT, 06106
4.0
(1 reviews)
"For over 60 years, Avery Heights has earned a solid reputation for providing seniors with seamless care, convenient living, and extraordinar..."
READ MORE122 East Main Street, Plainville, CT, 06062
"There really is no place like home. At Victorian Gardens, we strive to provide every resident with the most homelike environment possible. F..."
READ MORE211 Woodbury Rd, Watertown, CT, 06795
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Old Glory Days was wonderful. It was beautiful. It was very clean. I liked it because it was open. I didn't like it because there were a lot of stairs. They were very expensive, too. The staff was very down-to-earth and neat. It's a converted old hou..."
READ MORE58 Mulberry Street, Plantsville, CT, 06479
4.4
(15 reviews)
"I went to Mulberry Gardens of Southington. It's very nice. People seemed very friendly. We were there when they were having an ice cream social, and then we went outside because they don't want outsiders exposed to the people living there particularl..."
READ MORE975 Corbin Avenue, New Britain, CT, 06052
4.9
(8 reviews)
"My mother is in Jerome Home & Arbor Rose. There are two sections. She is in the Attwood section, which is considered residential life. They are taking very good care of her, and it is a very nice setting. It is very clean. The people are very accommo..."
READ MORE2125 Main Street¾, Newington, CT, 06111
4.8
(8 reviews)
"My dad has been a resident at Middlewoods in Newington since August 2015. Since my mom passed, my sister & I were looking for a place where he could maintain his independence while being under a watchful eye. We are beyond pleased with the administra..."
READ MORE1058 Litchfield Street, Torrington, CT, 06790
5.0
(5 reviews)
"My aunts went to Keystone Place at Newbury Brook. They're wonderful. They're very clean and friendly. Their room is very clean. They treat them with respect and whenever they call them, they give them whatever they need. The food is wonderful and the..."
READ MORE111 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington, CT, 06032
4.6
(8 reviews)
"We are leaning towards Farmington Station Senior Living. The gentleman that runs the facility was great. I like the way he interacts with the residents that were there. He seems genuinely concerned for the well-being of those individuals. The place i..."
READ MORE665 West Main Street, Cheshire, CT, 06410
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My husband stayed at Marbridge Retirement Center. It was upscale. The building was fabulous. The staff was fabulous. I can't speak highly enough. I wish my husband could stay there, but he has two diseases and it didn't work for us. If you're lucky e..."
READ MORE655 Straits Turnpike, Watertown, CT, 06795
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The Ivy at Watertown looked new, and it was very clean. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. We've signed in for my mom to go there. They have plenty of activities like physical activities, and arts and crafts. They have a room where they have b..."
READ MOREThe Connecticut Department of Health licenses assisted living service agencies and residential care homes in Bristol. The Facilities Licensure Processing Unit is responsible for accepting applications and inspecting long-term care facilities to ensure that they comply with state regulations.
According to research from Genworth Financial, assisted living facilities in Bristol and the greater Hartford area charge $5,753 per month, which is $1,423 higher than the national average and about $550 lower than other parts of the state.
Bristol is one of the most affordable cities for assisted living in the state. Bridgeport residents pay $7,838 per month, an increase of $2,085, and seniors in New Haven pay $6,445, about $700 more per month for care. Assisted living prices are comparable in Norwich, Connecticut, and Springfield, Massachusetts, where median rates range from $5,700 to $5,750 per month.
Bristol
$5,753
Connecticut
$6,300
The United States
$4,300
Bridgeport
$7,838
New Haven
$6,445
Norwich
$5,700
Springfield, MA
$5,750
Assisted living facilities in Bristol typically charge $5,753 per month. This is slightly higher than the cost of home health agencies, which charge $4,528 to $4,767 depending on the level of care provided. Adult day health care offers seniors a limited amount of daytime support at an average cost of $1,896 per month. Skilled nursing facilities charge more than $13,000 per month, which is 2.8 times more than the cost of assisted living.
Home care
$4,528
Home health care
$4,767
Adult day health care
$1,896
Assisted living
$5,753
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$13,079
Nursing home (private room)
$13,992
Note: Data for Bristol was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Hartford, was used instead.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
Seniors who are considering assisted living in Bristol can contact the North Central Area Aging on Aging, the long-term care ombudsman or the city’s senior center for assistance. Local nonprofits and veterans groups also offer helpful services for those who need long-term care and similar supports.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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North Central Area Agency on Aging | (800) 994-9422 | The North Central Area Agency on Aging serves more than 20,000 seniors in Bristol and dozens of neighboring communities. It’s a one-stop shop for services covered by CT CHOICES, including Medicare insurance counseling, government benefits screenings, information and referrals. It also offers person-centered long-term care consultations and respite care grants for family caregivers who need time off. |
Bristol Senior Center | (860) 584-7895 | The City of Bristol operates a full-service senior center for residents aged 55 and older. It offers a busy calendar of recreational activities, including crafts, fitness classes, pickle ball and card games. Trained volunteers provide Medicare insurance counseling and benefits checkups for seniors who need help paying for medications or insurance premiums. The center offers low-cost health and wellness services, including dental cleanings, podiatry and classes on reiki and reflexology. |
Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs | (860) 594-6604 | The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs helps veterans and their dependents apply for state and federal benefits, including Aid & Attendance stipends designed to help with the cost of personal care. This state agency operates two long-term care communities. The Hartford Regional Office is also home to the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman North Central Region | (860) 424-5221 | The state’s Long-term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for assisted living and nursing home residents, informs them of their rights and helps them access quality care. Seniors in Bristol are served by the ombudsman for the state’s North Central Region. Services are free and confidential, and the ombudsman is dedicated to ensuring that seniors and their families are treated with respect. |
Human Resources Agency of New Britain | (860) 225-8601 | The HRA of New Britain is a multiservice nonprofit serving seniors in New Britain, Bristol and surrounding towns. It operates five divisions that assist seniors and families by promoting independence and economic self-sufficiency. HRA of New Britain offers income tax preparation assistance, financial counseling, limited transportation and help accessing senior housing and social services. |
New Haven-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Connecticut are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page for more information about these laws.