Assisted Living Communities in New Haven, CT

"I was happy with The Village at Mariner's Point. It was very pleasant, professional, and clean. The director came right out and took me on a tour. I saw the whole facility. I was able to ask a lot of questions, and I didn't feel rushed. It was very nice. I saw the memory care unit for my dad, and then she showed me all the assisted living and the independent living areas. The rooms were really nice because they had like a kitchenette kind of area. They had a balcony that you could put a couple of chairs out on, so I like that. There were a lot of activities, oh my goodness! Just a lot! They have really nice vans to take them places. They had different places to eat. I saw the menus. It was really nice. They had an outdoor garden area to sit and go around, and it's near the water. It's really nice. I also met the gentleman in charge of the memory care unit. They were really helpful and knowledgeable. Another thing is that they followed up with me. The place was very clean. It was not too quiet, but not noisy. The people living there looked happy and pleasant. It was very clean and bright, and there were a lot of windows."

"So very glad to have found Just Like Home! The house is bright, clean and comfortable. My Mom feels very much at home. The staff is amazing; so caring and attentive. The residents enjoy all the musical guests and fitness trainers that come to the house. "

"I thought Carriage Green at Milford presented very beautifully when I drove up, and the inside is beautiful. It's just very much larger than the other two places that I looked at. That would be my only concern -- how big it was. It was probably three or four times the size of the other places. They had a library, a fitness room, and an ice-cream parlor, which was cute. They had offices for physical therapy. The person who took me on the tour did a wonderful job. The dining area was lovely and very nice, but I didn't try any of the food. I saw a list of all the activities."

"In looking for a home for my sister who needs memory care, my son and I interviewed eleven facilities in four states in the Northeast. We visited the six that seemed most promising. The first visit was to Spring Village in Stratford, and we walked away saying that they had set a very high bar for our other visits. The staff was so welcoming and clearly competent, kind, and informative. We had the sense that they loved their work and were very proud of the home. They were genuinely interested in hearing about my sister and talking about how they might personalize her care and treatment. They were also committed to helping us, the family members, through what was a difficult time for us all. We were most impressed with the facilities and the activities available in memory care. There are music therapy classes and art therapy classes, exercise classes -- in addition to lovely enclosed gardens and living room, TV room, and spacious hallways for walking. The rooms were sunny and open, very good size with spacious walk in closets. After visiting other homes, we both said that it was clear what decision we wanted to make. Spring Village was the one. My sister has lived there for two months now, and we have been most pleased with the personal, friendly, and warm relationships she is developing with the staff. The activities and resources available to her are varied and appealing. We feel like she has truly found a home, one in which we all enjoy visiting her."

"I visited the assisted living facility of Benchmark at Split Rock in Shelton. The person who showed me around the place was wonderful and very nice. The room I saw, which was a single room deluxe, was very nice. It was a nice size and had an open concept. It also had two bathrooms, which is very nice. Their dining area is big, and everybody comes downstairs on the elevator to eat there. It was very nice and very clean. They have activities. They also have a courtyard and a place to walk. I don't care for their parking as they don't have much. The lady who took me around said that if I came back, they would see that I had my own space in front of the building because it's very hard to find a space there."

"I saw Dogwood Home featured on Channel 12 News and I was very intrigued. Never had I heard of this concept, an actual home for seniors who have memory loss. When you arrive at the home, you pull up to a house in a lovely neighborhood, and that was our first impression of it feeling like a home. Once inside, the home was meticulously detailed for seniors; wide hallways, special sinks, showers that you walk into. My dad really loved the bedrooms with private bathrooms, and the idea of someone cooking and cleaning for him! I loved the way the caregivers were so warm, loving, kind, and the way they looked after the residents there. Very warm and inviting."

Charter KindCare at Naugatuck is a modern assisted living and memory care community located at 491 N Main St, Naugatuck, Connecticut, offering a vibrant lifestyle supported by personalized care and a strong focus on wellness, kindness, and connection. Designed to help residents live confidently and comfortably, the community blends supportive services with engaging daily experiences in a welcoming and inclusive environment. The community features a thoughtfully designed layout with a mix of studio apartments and shared "friendship suites," creating flexible living options that suit a variety of preferences and care needs. Residences are equipped with modern conveniences such as walk-in showers, emergency call systems, Wi-Fi, and cable, while common areas throughout the community encourage socialization and relaxation. The overall design promotes accessibility, safety, and a strong sense of community among residents. Residents enjoy a wide range of amenities and services that enhance comfort and daily living. Restaurant-style dining offers three meals per day with flexible "anytime dining" options and accommodations for specialized diets. Additional amenities include a library, media and activity rooms, beauty salon and barbershop, outdoor gardens, and inviting lounges. Housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, and scheduled transportation services further support a maintenance-free lifestyle. Care services are tailored to each resident's needs, with 24/7 nursing support and supervision available. Assistance with activities of daily living—such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management—is provided with a compassionate and personalized approach. Wellness programs and lifelong learning opportunities, including fitness classes, arts, and social activities, help residents stay active, engaged, and connected. A key highlight of the community is its Flourish℠ Memory Care program, which offers a secure and structured environment for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. This specialized program focuses on dignity, purposeful engagement, and customized activities designed to support cognitive function and emotional well-being, all within a safe and nurturing setting. Located in Naugatuck, the community provides convenient access to nearby parks, local shops, dining, and healthcare services, allowing residents and families to remain connected to the surrounding area. The neighborhood setting offers a balance of small-town charm and accessibility to the greater New Haven region. With its combination of modern accommodations, comprehensive care services, and a strong emphasis on kindness and community, Charter KindCare at Naugatuck offers seniors a supportive and enriching place to call home where independence and well-being are thoughtfully prioritized. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: State of Connecticut License Lookup

"Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull seemed a little bit older. The hallways were a little bit narrower than the other facilities we had visited. The rooms were very nice. The programs they had were very good. The facility has woods surrounding it so there was less sunlight. It did not feel as open and bright as the other facilities we had been to. "

"I toured The Village at East Farms. It was immaculate, and it was very well appointed. Walking in, it was just lovely to be in there. I met with the staff, we talked about it first, and then she gave me a tour. She was super. We walked down the hall and all the residents knew her. They all said hi and she would stop and talk to them, and I like that. I liked the rooms. Everything was lovely. They have a beauty salon and different rooms where they have tea in the afternoon. They have a lovely room to just sit and watch TV. They have other things like games, bingo, or different things going on, but I wasn't interested in looking at those, but they have a lot if you want to do it. I'm going to go back and look into it."

"Spring Meadows Trumbull was lovely, clean, and very nice. The staff was knowledgeable. I was there on a Saturday, but they had the activities posted on their board like arts and crafts, lectures, and people coming in."

"I visited the assisted living facility of HarborChase of Madison. The facilities were very nice. They're being renovated, so it will be new and clean. They had very nice single apartments. The dining area also has comfortable cafeteria-style seating and tables. They have daily activities, field trips, and gatherings. They also have very pretty common areas inside and outside. The person who gave the tour was not only informative but also very welcoming, vibrant, and caring."

"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 assistance with medication and showers and they were amazing with it. They were there and they were kind. If there were any issues, they told us about them. When she needed something, we were made aware of it. They're beyond compassionate. She ate very well there, too. She enjoyed the food and was always pleased with it. They had activities there like bingo, and arts and crafts. It was hard with COVID but they did what they could and kept them separate. They got them out to see other people and talk with other people. They sat them at the lunch table to discuss what they did, and that's just what they needed, a camaraderie. It was perfect. The facility was clean and very secure and we felt very safe for her there. They were very attentive to their place, going through COVID and everything, they're very on top of it. When there were any issues like any positive cases that broke out, we got an email notifying us and they told us when we went to visit that there are cases, they are segregated, and they were doing what they have to do. They didn't hide anything from us."

"We found Sunrise of Fairfield to be almost brand new. They have wonderfully helpful staff who are very willing to answer any questions. We are very impressed with their range of activities and the care that they are providing my mother-in-law. Her room is spacious. There's plenty of space, and there's easy access to the elevators and to all the other facilities. They have studios and two-bedrooms. My mother-in-law has a studio. For activities, they do bingo, and they'll bring the people to church. There's a hair salon, a puzzle club, a good library, and a walking club. In the spring they'll do a gardening thing for anybody who likes to garden. They have a lot of common spaces with TVs, and there's a place where they can all watch movies every night. They have dental services that comes in. There's a doctor that comes in and he's there twice a week."

"Everyone at the facility has been welcoming and very helpful. Staff goes out of their way to make the residents comfortable. Very supportive environment."