23 Assisted Living Facilities near Bridgeport, CT
There are 23 Assisted Living Facilities in the Bridgeport area, with 1 in Bridgeport and 22 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Bridgeport is $5,950 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Stratford with an average starting cost of $5,000.
To help you with your search, browse the 120 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Bridgeport. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Bridgeport 3.8 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Stratford with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Bridgeport, CT
The Watermark At 3030 Park
Spring Meadows Trumbull
Carriage Green at Milford
Benchmark at Split Rock
Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull
Maplewood at Orange
Brookdale Wilton
Just Like Home's Dogwood Home
The Greens at Cannondale
Spring Village at Stratford
Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
Maplewood at Southport
Lord Chamberlain Nursing & Rehabilita...
Connecticut Health Of Southport
Brightview on New Canaan
Sunrise of Wilton
Sunrise of Fairfield
Sturges Ridge of Fairfield
Wesley Heights - Wesley Village
Seacrest
Bishop Wicke Health & Rehabilitation ...
Soundview Center
Palouse Country Assisted Living
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Bridgeport
Bridgeport, Connecticut is known as "The Park City" with good reason — from Seaside Park to Pleasure Beach, the city boasts over 1,300 acres of public outdoor spaces. Bridgeport is also a diverse city where seniors make up a growing percentage of the population.
For those seniors interested in assisted living, the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section, licenses and oversees Assisted Living Services Agencies (ALSAs) and Residential Care Homes (RCHs). Seventeen of these facilities are in the Bridgeport area, including one within city limits and 16 more close by in towns such as Trumbull and West Haven.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Bridgeport
- Bridgeport's weather may put a damper on activities that seniors enjoy doing outdoors. The city's precipitation levels are higher than the national average. Summers are often rainy, while winters tend to be cold and wet, with lows in the 20s and around 32 inches of snow annually.
- Overall, living costs in Bridgeport are 14.9 percent higher than the national average. Groceries, healthcare and transportation all cost more in Bridgeport than in the average U.S. city. Seniors living on a tight budget might notice a bite taken out of their disposable income.
- Connecticut's tax policies don't offer any breaks for seniors. From Social Security benefits to pensions, the state taxes all kinds of retirement income.
- Bridgeport offers residents of local assisted living communities many options for outings and day trips. Seniors can enjoy strolling through any of the city's hundreds of acres of public parks or taking in a live show at the Downtown Cabaret Theater. History buffs can explore one of the city's many museums, including the Barnum Museum, which is dedicated to the showman P.T. Barnum, who was one of Bridgeport's most famous residents and its onetime mayor.
- Crime may be a real concern for the city's residents, including seniors. Both violent and property crime rates in Bridgeport remain higher than national and state averages. According to one report, Bridgeport is less safe than 82 percent of U.S. cities.
- Public transportation is available by bus. The Greater Bridgeport Transit Authority (GBTA) serves Bridgeport and surrounding areas. Seniors can use the system at a discounted rate with proper identification, such as a Medicare card.
Paying for Assisted Living in Bridgeport
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Connecticut
Assisted Living costs in Bridgeport start around $5,950 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 Bridgeport 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bridgeport
Bridgeport seniors age 65 or older who meet certain criteria may qualify for assistance through Connecticut's Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE). The state also offers an optional state supplement (OSS) that may help pay for room and board at licensed facilities.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Bridgeport
Bridgeport and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Bridgeport, please visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Bridgeport
Bridgeport-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.
Other Options in Bridgeport, CT
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Bridgeport
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Review of The Watermark At 3030 Park
Everything I saw at The Watermark At 3030 Park was a five. The place is nice and new. It has been refurbished and it is completely renovated. It is very nice. I was showed a couple of rooms, and th... Read more
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Review of The Watermark At 3030 Park
My loved one was in Assisted Living at Watermark 3030 Park for approx. 10 months. During that time he spent almost 1/2 of it in the rehab area( The Springs) or in the Hospital from pneumonia or f... Read more
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Review of The Watermark At 3030 Park
Our mom lived here in assisted living for one month before we had to move her out. Facility is beautiful, but don't be fooled. Care was substandard: missed med administrations, forgetting to put he... Read more
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