Independent Living Communities in Springfield, MA

"I've only been living here in Connect55+ East Windsor for a month now. I signed up with them at least three years ago, before they even built it. There are a couple of things I really liked about it. One was that there was a washer and dryer in the apartment. They had crafts and stuff. They had numerous activities going on, and they had garages. I was able to move all of my stuff over to the garage. It's brand new and very clean."

"We chose Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks for my mother-in-law because she's lived in that area and is comfortable there. The staff has been wonderful, everyone is just wonderful and welcoming. Her room there is very nice and very clean. There's been a maintenance guy there that's been helping her, there's a nurse and a house-keeper; it's great. I don't have a lot to compare it to, but I'm very happy with the care that she's getting and I'm very happy that the move went very smoothly. They have tons of activities. Every day they have activities, plus they have a spa there, a movie room, plus there's beautiful seating outside. It's great."

"Excellent clean facility Staff is very kind and considerate to the residents Available to the families of residents always respectful and caring "

"Mom is getting excellent care at Emeritus at South Windsor. I know that they have plenty of activities, but at the level my mom is at right now, I don’t think she participates in them. They have a wonderful staff and I think they pretty much follow up all the way around as much as they can. "

"Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community was a very nice place, but their prices are a little higher. They have a cafeteria-style dining room and it's a huge dining room and you can have your meals in your room if you want. They can bring the food to you or you can get it yourself. You sit down with whoever you want or with nobody if you don't want anybody and it seems like a much more flexible arrangement as far as the food is concerned. We've had the food there and that's very good. It's a beautiful facility. They take good care of them. They're very clean and very well maintained. They have good heating and air-conditioning in the rooms, and they're all designed to be individual, so you can set your own thermostat and you don't have to worry about anybody else's heat or air-conditioning. They allow pets. You walk into the foyer and they have a waterfall thing going on that makes it very restful and very calming. Everything is spacious and clean. They have a beautiful theater that has theater seating rather than chairs. It's got a stage and they have performances. They show movies there every afternoon. They've got maybe 15 or 20 rows in it. It's a big place and it's very nice. It's a little more expensive than the others, but it would be worth it. You get to select the meals. They have a group of entrees that you can pick from for dinner."

"I visited White Oaks, which is in my neighborhood. The staff were very accommodating. The nice thing about the apartments was they each had a balcony or a patio. The dining area looked very nice. "

"Hoffman SummerWood generates a lot of people of the Jewish faith. It is basically built by Jewish people, so the food is kosher, and the majority of their residents are Jewish. There is nothing wrong with that, but I didn't think my parents would acclimate to that type of environment. It was clean and beautiful, but it wasn't what my mom and dad would need. The staff was excellent. The individual that showed us around was great. She answered a lot of questions. At the end, she actually had the chef prepare three meals for me to bring back for my mom and dad. It was a salmon salad, which was just very lovely. It was absolutely beautiful. However, it would have been nice if the grounds were kept up a little bit more. There were patio chairs tipped over, and it could have been because it was raining the night before, but other than that, it was absolutely gorgeous, it just wasn't what my parents would probably feel comfortable in. The rooms were beautiful, but I was looking for a place that had a patio. I was a little discouraged that they didn't have that because that's like a big piece of what would probably sell my mom, the opportunity for her to break out of her room and have a space of her own and not necessarily to have to walk through the whole facility to go out into the courtyard."

Connect55+ Manchester is a modern 55+ active adult community located at 140 Spencer Street in Manchester, Connecticut, offering independent living and senior apartment-style residences designed for comfort, convenience, and connection. Situated just outside Hartford, the community provides a vibrant, maintenance-free lifestyle where residents can enjoy independence while being part of a welcoming and socially engaging environment. The community features a newly constructed, three-story apartment-style building with approximately 128 units, offering spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residences include modern kitchens, in-unit washers and dryers, air conditioning, and private living spaces designed for ease and comfort. The building also includes elevator access, controlled entry, and thoughtfully designed common areas that encourage social interaction and convenience. Residents at Connect55+ Manchester enjoy a wide range of amenities and services that support an active, maintenance-free lifestyle. These include a fitness center, game room, walking and biking trails, and comfortable community lounges. On-site management and maintenance services provide added convenience, while social events, classes, and wellness programs encourage residents to stay active, engaged, and connected. A key special feature of the community is its focus on active adult living and social engagement. Designed specifically for residents aged 55 and older, the community fosters connection through organized activities, hobby groups, and shared spaces that promote interaction and a strong sense of belonging. The pet-friendly environment and beautifully landscaped grounds further enhance the lifestyle experience. Located in Manchester, residents benefit from proximity to a variety of nearby attractions and conveniences, including shopping centers such as Spencer Street Plaza and The Shoppes at Buckland Hills, as well as local dining and entertainment options. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby parks like Wickham Park, while cultural attractions such as the Connecticut Science Center and local museums are just a short drive away. The community’s location also offers easy access to Hartford and major highways, making travel and outings convenient. Additional highlights of Connect55+ Manchester include its pet-friendly policies, maintenance-free living, and strong emphasis on community and connection. With thoughtfully designed residences and engaging programming, the community offers an ideal setting for active adults seeking both independence and social opportunity. Overall, Connect55+ Manchester provides a modern and engaging senior living experience where residents can enjoy a carefree lifestyle, meaningful connections, and the comforts of a well-appointed home in a convenient Connecticut location.

"My husband is at The Residence at Brookside in the memory care unit, called Reflections, in his own apartment. It has a nice spacious room for his bed, table, and chairs. It's very nice and has a large bathroom. This place is just about a year old. The facility is practically brand new. What I'm paying monthly now is $8,450. "

"We will be moving into Avery Heights. The feeling we got walking in the front door was that it was an active, friendly place. Everybody was upbeat and walking around with smiles on. The staff was very friendly, outgoing, helpful, and very happy to be there doing programs with the actual residents. We had lunch with them, and it was okay. Everything was well kept. Everything looked like it had been maintained well. They have a fairly new pool on the ground floor and there are lots of other group activity rooms. There are plenty of places for people to be. I was very impressed with the rooms. We saw an older room that had not been through the rehab process yet. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. There's plenty of square footage and a very nice balcony looking over a beautiful garden. There's great lighting in the room. It's a lovely space."

"My wife has moved into Brookdale Chatfield. I'm very satisfied with it. The living atmosphere is favorable. She has a very beautiful, large corner room. It has free window, a large toilet facility, and a shower. The staff is favorable. The meals are feasible. They do exercises, listen to music, they go on trips, and there's a TV room. The facilities are very nice and very bright."

"I toured. The lake was beautiful. The person who gave us the tour and the people in general were really nice. The rooms were also very nice. There's a great view of the lake there. The food was good. The dining area was very nice."

"I've gone to Loomis Lakeside at Reeds Landing to visit the place and I thought it was a pretty good area, especially the surroundings. It was a nice community and the people were very friendly. They would give you 30 meals a month, take you to your doctor's appointments or pick up your medications. They had a very, very nice two-bedroom apartment where each person had their own bathroom. The grounds were beautiful."

"You could not find a more loving, nurturing place than the Morningstar unit for people with dementia at Monastery Heights, My mom spent more than a year there before she died and the care was beyond anything I or my family could have imagined,"