Assisted Living Facilities in Canaan, CT

To help you with your search, browse the 66 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Canaan. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Canaan 4.5 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Torrington with an average rating of 4.85 out of 5 stars.

Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Canaan, call (855) 948-3865.

Canaan, which includes the area of Falls Village, is a small town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, with a population of about 1,200 people. The area boasts old-world charm from historic buildings as well as natural scenery along the Appalachian Trail. 

For local senior citizens, Litchfield County has four assisted living facilities, with one in Canaan, two in Torrington and one in the city of Litchfield. Assisted living facilities throughout Connecticut serve people 55 and older in managed residential communities (MRCs), which may be licensed by the state as assisted living service agencies. 

• The climate in Canaan may delight snow-loving seniors, as the area sees an average annual snowfall total of 66 inches. The brisk winter temperatures reach an average low of 13 degrees Fahrenheit, but the summer brings a warm average high of 82 degrees. 
  
  
• Canaan is more affordable for seniors than other parts of Connecticut, with a cost of living 16 percent lower than the state average. The prices are primarily lower for housing, transportation and miscellaneous goods. Compared with the rest of the nation, Canaan costs two percent higher than average.
  
  
• Canaan is one of the safer areas for seniors, as the local crime rate is 67 percent lower than the U.S. average. The odds of experiencing any type of crime in Canaan are one in 108.
  
  
• The air quality may be troublesome for people with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions. Litchfield County was graded F by the American Lung Association for ozone pollution.
  
  
• Dial-A-Ride transportation is provided in Canaan on Tuesdays and Thursdays by the Northwestern Connecticut Transit District bus. NCTD also offers inter-regional curb-to-curb service Monday through Thursday. Seniors can ride free for a suggested donation. 
  
  
• The Litchfield County region contains points of interest for seniors to enjoy arts and culture, such as the Infinity Music Hall & Bistro in Norfolk, the Land of Nod vineyard and winery, live events and celebrations and Beckley Furnace State Park. 

Assisted Living costs in Canaan start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Canaan and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.