The Residence at Westport
1141 Post Rd E, Westport, CT, 06880
"Welcome to Westport’s only Assisted Living community. Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best..."
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There are 30 Assisted Living Facilities in the Norwalk area, with 4 in Norwalk and 26 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Norwalk is $6,950 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,750. Cheaper rated regions include Wilton with an average starting cost of 6,948.
To help you with your search, browse the 1416 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Norwalk. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Norwalk 3.86 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 Norwalk, call (855) 948-3865.
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1141 Post Rd E, Westport, CT, 06880
"Welcome to Westport’s only Assisted Living community. Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best..."
READ MORE43 Old Logging Road, Stamford, CT, 06903
"Nature, fresh air and tranquility equal life's quality Old Logging Residenceâ„¢ is very small and private. Unlike assisted living facilitie..."
READ MORE122 Palmers Hill Road, Stamford, CT, 06902
4.3
(11 reviews)
"My mother stayed in Edgehill for 15 years. She was in independent living and she ended up having hospice care in her apartment at the end. We were very happy with it. She loved it. I wanted her to come home and live with me, but she didn't want to. S..."
READ MORE3030 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
3.8
(15 reviews)
"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 they are very nice. Everything was new...."
READ MORE88 Parsonage Rd, Greenwich, CT, 06830
4.7
(6 reviews)
"We chose The Parsonage Cottage for my mother-in-law. It had everything she needed and it was a much smaller place. They have a dining room, and a social room with chairs and couches. They have an art room. The facilities are very clean. It has one be..."
READ MORE2 Bolling Pl #1, Greenwich, CT, 06830
4.5
(4 reviews)
"The Mews is located at the heart of downtown Greenwich, within walking distance to the best shopping and dining area. It provides 3 hot meals a day with very good food, a large community room, library, ice cream freezer, and movie room. The resid..."
READ MORE55 Old Quarry Road, Ridgefield, CT, 06877
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I went here. They were great, it's basically brand new, they opened during the pandemic, and I think they've done a really good job considering everything that they have to deal with. It's absolutely gorgeous, and they have a really great setup I thi..."
READ MORE614 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford, CT, 06903
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My son is living in Scofield Manor. It is a very lovely place, including the building and the outside. It's well kept and well run. They have a lovely dining area, but the food is not always perfect. They could stand to have some art classes. The loc..."
READ MORE930 Mill Hill Terrace, Southport, CT, 06890
503 South Hilltop Lane, Fairfield, CT, 99012
"Palouse Country Assisted Living, located in Fairfield, CT, offers a variety of care options for seniors. The community provides Assisted Liv..."
READ MOREJust 45 minutes from New York City, the coastal city of Norwalk, Connecticut is home to some of the best boating and public beaches in the state. Its population of close to 90,000 residents includes a 14% demographic of seniors aged 65 and older.
In Norwalk and its surrounding communities, 22 assisted living facilities are available to provide care for seniors who need help with activities of daily living. The Department of Public Health recognizes two categories of assisted living in Connecticut: assisted living services agencies and residential care homes (RCHs).
Note: Data on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.
Assisted Living costs in Norwalk start around $6,950 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 Norwalk 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.
Norwalk
$6,950
Darien
$6,723
Wilton
$6,588
Southport
$6,550
Stamford
$6,125
Fairfield
$5,880
US
$4,000
Seniors in Norwalk have access to financial assistance through both Medicaid waiver programs and state-funded programs. The Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE) helps seniors in assisted living services agencies with the cost of care services, or the full cost of living in some cases. Seniors in RCHs are eligible to receive an optional state supplement (OSS) through the Department of Social Services to help with the costs of room and board.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
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.
Norwalk 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 Norwalk, please visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
Norwalk-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.
Assisted Living
Lee
5
Review of Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
Maplewood at Strawberry Hill was very clean. There were a lot of windows and a lot of natural light. The staff that I met was very professional and very pleasant, and the tour guide, Cary Jackson...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your kind words, Lee. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us?and we agree, Cary is truly a gem to have on our team! We will share your...
Assisted Living
Larry
4
Review of Sunshine Senior Residence - Forest Hill
My wife is in Sunshine Senior Residence - Forest Hill. It's a senior residential living in the neighborhood. It's a nice house, and it's in a nice neighborhood. They have four or maybe five...
Assisted Living
Erica
3
Review of Brightview on New Canaan
My father was at Brightview on New Canaan. He stayed there a couple of years ago for a while. I don't think they had enough staff for the level of care he needed at the time. It was newer, so it...
Provider response
Hi Erica - Thank you for your review. Our entire Brightview on New Canaan team works with our residents and families to create a vibrant, safe environment. If you have more feedback you would like...