Bristol, CT, is a midsize city with 60,600 residents and an average number of seniors who represent about 17% of the population. The community is just 20 miles south of Hartford and in reach of several major cities, including New York City and Boston. Several top-performing medical facilities are in the area, including the Hospital of Central Connecticut and the UConn John Dempsey Hospital. The city is safer than other parts of the state and the nation, which makes it a smart choice for seniors.
Although the area’s cost of living is on par with the national average, long-term care is more expensive than other communities. The median cost of a semiprivate nursing home room is $13,247 per month, which is well above the national average. Seniors who don’t require around-the-clock medical monitoring or physician-supervised care may be good candidates for assisted living, in-home care or community-based services.
This guide takes a closer look at nursing home costs in Bristol as well as Medicare benefits and financial assistance programs. Families will also find information to help them make informed decisions about long-term care.
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61 Bellevue Avenue, Bristol, CT, 06010
2.1
(8 reviews)
"I can't say enough about this facility. The aides and nursing staff are so caring and work so hard to see that all the residents are happy. My dad has been there for 2 1/2 years and is thriving! There are daily activities with a wonderful recreati..."
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321 Stonecrest Drive, Bristol, CT, 06010
3.5
(2 reviews)
"Sheriden Woods has rehab and an Alzheimer's section. Their dining room is very clean and very nice. They have a game room where they play bingo, a singer comes in once a week, and they even have painting lessons. A woman does exercises with them ever..."
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975 Corbin Avenue, New Britain, CT, 06052
4.9
(8 reviews)
"Jerome Home is not a brand-new place, but it seems to provide a great deal of care. Monthly fees for private rooms are between $15,000 and $16,000 a month. The residents seem to be well cared for. It's just too far away. ..."
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1261 South Main Street, Southington, CT, 06479
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My father was at an assisted living facility, but we kept him going at the day program of the Alzheimer’s Resource Center because it was much higher quality. When they did have an apartment open, we moved him from next door to there. Everyday they ha..."
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20 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington, CT, 06032
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We chose Touchpoints at Farmington because it was clean, didn’t smell of urine, and had a 5-star rating. The staff is very good at notifying me about any event or falls or anything of that nature. I don't have any complains about them. My client is e..."
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154 Kensington Rd, Kensington, CT, 06037
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Ledgecrest Health Care is old, but the staff is outstanding. I like the people the most. They do activities mostly during the day. Overall, they've been great...."
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1261 South Main Street Plantsville CT 6479, Plantsville, CT, 06479
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Everybody at Livewell Connecticut has been very helpful, they've been very kind to my mother, and she seems happy there. If I want to talk to her, they would set up a FaceTime for me. They have a salon and some sort of a religious area. They have act..."
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705 NEW BRITAIN AVE, Hartford, CT, 06106
4.4
(5 reviews)
"The care is excellent, and the staffs are excellent at Avery Heights. Everybody is caring and attentive. It is very clean and updated. My mom went to a nice music activity the other day that she really enjoyed. They do a lot of music therapy there. ..."
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652 West Avon Rd, Avon, CT, 06001
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Staff are energetic and caring, the food is fresh and healthy, entertainment activities are fun, facility is clean, patients are clean and seem well cared for. A blessing to have my mom here. ..."
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416 Colt Highway, Farmington, CT, 06032
3.2
(17 reviews)
"Amberwoods Nursing Home in Connecticut has been outstanding in caring for my father. The staff's professionalism and warmth are remarkable, ensuring he is comfortable, well-cared for, and happy. The facilities are excellent, with clean, spacious room..."
READ MORE1 John Stewart Dr, Newington, CT, 06111
3.9
(7 reviews)
"Jefferson House is fairly modern and up to date. The residents had their own, semi-private rooms and a very nice dining room. One drawback was that the monthly fee was $14,000. Many of the residents were confined to wheelchairs. Some of them were wel..."
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215 Forest Street, Torrington, CT, 06790
3.9
(7 reviews)
"Very strong rehab employees. Meredith was wonderful when working with my brother. Food was better than expected. Facility was older but well kept. If my brother needs I will bring him back to wolcott Hall for therapy..."
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128 Cedar Avenue, Waterbury, CT, 06705
4.0
(2 reviews)
"Right now, my brother is in a nursing home at Village Green of Waterbury. We were there before, and then he was out for a couple of weeks, but now he is back there to get strength. My brother is still weak, but he is getting physical and occupational..."
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2817 N Main Street, Waterbury, CT, 06704
4.0
(1 reviews)
"This facility is well staffed. It's nursing and Re-hab professionals are caring and kind. The food is good. recreation offers a variety of activities on all levels on all days of the week. The facility is clean and is always decorated for all festivi..."
READ MORE81 Hillside Avenue, Plymouth, CT, 06782
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend Jim was at Cook Willow Health and Rehab. It's a good nursing home. They have outings and they have musical people that come to the place and all, and they have a little garden in the back and everything. I like it that it's one of the more ..."
READ MORE177 Whitewood Rd., Waterbury, CT, 06708
"A few months ago my 87 year old grandmother fell injuring both her left shoulder and hip. Based on my personal experience working in the medical field for 18 years-recovering from such a physically traumatic incident usually leads to a very grim outc..."
READ MORE66 Clinic Drive, New Britain, CT, 06051
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Cassena Care at New Britain is not beautiful, but it certainly seemed to have excellent care. My sister had liked it, and she is doing better than she had with another place. It was excellent and the food was pretty good, not as bland as some places...."
READ MORENursing homes in Bristol charge a monthly average rate of $13,247 for a semiprivate room and $14,950 for a private room.
The average cost of nursing home care in Bristol is $517 less than the statewide average of $13,764. However, it’s significantly higher than the national average, costing $5,339 more per month. The city with the most affordable nursing home care in Connecticut is Norwich, with monthly rates nearly $500 less than Bristol. Comparative care in New Haven is $157 less, while in Bridgeport, it’s $3,558 more expensive.
Bristol
$13,247
Connecticut
$13,764
United States
$7,908
New Haven
$13,090
Bridgeport
$16,805
Norwich
$12,821
In Bristol, nursing home care is an expensive option, with charges for a semiprivate room coming in at $13,247, while a private room costs $14,950 per month. Meanwhile, older adults who aren’t in need of around-the-clock care can opt for in-home health care. This option can provide almost $8,000 in monthly savings. Assisted living facilities are also a much more cost-efficient option, costing $5,225 per month, slightly over $8,000 less. In-home personal care is significantly less expensive with a savings of approximately 60%.
In-Home Care
$5,329
Home Health Care
$5,577
Adult Day Health Care
$1,896
Assisted Living Facility
$5,225
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$13,247
Nursing Home (private room)
$14,950
Note: Data for Bristol was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Hartford, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Seniors who are making decisions about long-term care may be unsure of where to start. For individualized assistance, seniors can contact their Area Agency on Aging or one of the following programs. Families and caregivers can also take advantage of these services. Staff are trained to provide information about nursing home care, in-home alternatives, Medicare benefits and financial assistance.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Senior Center | (860) 584-7895 | Seniors aged 55 and older can take advantage of free social and medical services offered at the Bristol Senior Center. It provides insurance counseling and government benefits checkups plus transportation, tax preparation assistance and health clinics. |
| North Central Area Agency on Aging | (800) 994-9422 | This Area Agency on Aging is designed to be a single point of contact for seniors who need more information about resources available in their community, including skilled nursing and in-home alternatives. Staff members can help residents apply for benefits offered by Medicaid and other programs. |
| Connecticut Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (860) 424-5200 | Seniors in Bristol and surrounding communities can reach out to the north-central ombudsman for advice about nursing home selection, admission, transfers and care standards. These impartial advocates visit long-term care facilities and provide confidential assistance to address residents' concerns. |
| Greater Hartford Legal Aid | (860) 541-5000 | GHLA provides free legal assistance to seniors aged 60 and older, low-income families and other vulnerable residents. Attorneys can help with housing, Medicare/Medicaid, government benefits and nursing home rights. |
| Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs | (860) 594-6604 | Veterans in Bristol are served by the regional DVA office for the First District. Officers can help veterans and their families access state and federal benefits, including pensions, veterans' home placement and financial supplements that can be used for long-term care. |
Nursing Homes
lalaprz
1
Review of The Pines at Bristol Center for Health and Rehabilitation
From what my relative has told me the aides can be rough when changing or moving them around. My relative also said the food is not good. There a few aides and nurses that are nice. But other then...
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Phillip
4
Review of The Pines at Bristol Center for Health and Rehabilitation
My mother is at The Pines at Bristol Center for Health and Rehabilitation. I would give them 100. They are pleasant and very friendly. The room was always clean, the entrance was clean, and the...
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vanmol
1
Review of The Pines at Bristol Center for Health and Rehabilitation
My sister is there now she cannot get the nurses to wash her,she calls for the bathroom no response,she's been in the same clothes going on 3 days now her laundry not brought up yet 1 week things...
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