Senior Care in Connecticut
Explore licensed senior care options across 191 cities in Connecticut. Compare 1,885 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.
Connecticut Senior Care Cost Report
Median assisted living: $9,118/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.
Connecticut Senior Care Cost Benchmarks
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)
| Care Type | Connecticut Median | Annualized Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living Facility | $9,118/mo | $109,416/yr |
| Memory Care (Estimated) | $11,398/mo | $136,770/yr |
| In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) | $36/hr | $82,368/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Homemaker Services | $0/hr | $0/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Nursing Home (Private Room) | $16,729/mo | $200,748/yr |
| Adult Day Health Care | $109/day | $27,250/yr (5 days/wk) |
Connecticut Medicaid & State Regulation
Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across Connecticut.
State Licensing Agency
Senior care facilities, residential communities, and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE).
Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.
Cities in Connecticut
Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026
Bridgeport
88 licensed providers
Hartford
73 licensed providers
New Haven
69 licensed providers
Waterbury
66 licensed providers
Hamden
58 licensed providers
Stamford
58 licensed providers
Danbury
51 licensed providers
West Hartford
49 licensed providers
Norwalk
48 licensed providers
Manchester
43 licensed providers
East Hartford
40 licensed providers
Bloomfield
37 licensed providers
Rocky Hill
36 licensed providers
Stratford
35 licensed providers
Milford
32 licensed providers
Fairfield
31 licensed providers
Middletown
30 licensed providers
New Britain
28 licensed providers
Farmington
27 licensed providers
Shelton
27 licensed providers
Avon
24 licensed providers
Bristol
24 licensed providers
Greenwich
24 licensed providers
Meriden
24 licensed providers
Norwich
23 licensed providers
West Haven
23 licensed providers
Torrington
22 licensed providers
Trumbull
20 licensed providers
Vernon
18 licensed providers
Woodbridge
18 licensed providers
Enfield
16 licensed providers
Glastonbury
16 licensed providers
New London
16 licensed providers
Wethersfield
16 licensed providers
North Haven
15 licensed providers
Southington
15 licensed providers
Wallingford
15 licensed providers
New Milford
14 licensed providers
Waterford
14 licensed providers
Windsor
14 licensed providers
Windsor Locks
14 licensed providers
Mystic
13 licensed providers
Naugatuck
13 licensed providers
Newtown
13 licensed providers
Branford
12 licensed providers
Newington
12 licensed providers
Westport
12 licensed providers
East Haven
11 licensed providers
Orange
11 licensed providers
Ridgefield
11 licensed providers
Watertown
11 licensed providers
Branford Center
10 licensed providers
Brookfield
10 licensed providers
Cromwell
10 licensed providers
Southbury
10 licensed providers
Cheshire
9 licensed providers
Glastonbury Center
9 licensed providers
Guilford
9 licensed providers
Madison
9 licensed providers
Middlebury
9 licensed providers
New Canaan
9 licensed providers
Putnam
9 licensed providers
Vernon Rockville
9 licensed providers
Colchester
8 licensed providers
Old Saybrook
8 licensed providers
Berlin
7 licensed providers
Uncasville
7 licensed providers
Wilton
7 licensed providers
Cheshire Village
6 licensed providers
Darien
6 licensed providers
Derby
6 licensed providers
Essex
6 licensed providers
Monroe
6 licensed providers
Plainville
6 licensed providers
Sharon
6 licensed providers
Simsbury
6 licensed providers
South Windsor
6 licensed providers
Tolland
6 licensed providers
Willimantic
6 licensed providers
Ansonia
5 licensed providers
Bethel
5 licensed providers
Danielson
5 licensed providers
Dayville
5 licensed providers
Groton
5 licensed providers
Southport
5 licensed providers
Suffield
5 licensed providers
Canton
4 licensed providers
Clinton
4 licensed providers
Collinsville
4 licensed providers
Deep River
4 licensed providers
Haddam
4 licensed providers
Hebron
4 licensed providers
Ledyard
4 licensed providers
Litchfield
4 licensed providers
Old Saybrook Center
4 licensed providers
Plantsville
4 licensed providers
Portland
4 licensed providers
Prospect
4 licensed providers
Sandy Hook
4 licensed providers
Stafford Springs
4 licensed providers
Wallingford Center
4 licensed providers
Westbrook
4 licensed providers
Bantam
3 licensed providers
Brooklyn
3 licensed providers
Canaan
3 licensed providers
Chester
3 licensed providers
East Lyme
3 licensed providers
Madison Center
3 licensed providers
Mansfield Center
3 licensed providers
Marlborough
3 licensed providers
Middlefield
3 licensed providers
Moodus
3 licensed providers
Old Lyme
3 licensed providers
Redding
3 licensed providers
Seymour
3 licensed providers
Suffield Depot
3 licensed providers
Bozrah
2 licensed providers
Burlington
2 licensed providers
Chester Center
2 licensed providers
Durham
2 licensed providers
East Berlin
2 licensed providers
East Granby
2 licensed providers
East Hampton
2 licensed providers
Ellington
2 licensed providers
Guilford Center
2 licensed providers
Harwinton
2 licensed providers
Jewett City
2 licensed providers
Kensington
2 licensed providers
Niantic
2 licensed providers
North Grosvenordale
2 licensed providers
Oxford
2 licensed providers
Plymouth
2 licensed providers
Salisbury
2 licensed providers
Somers
2 licensed providers
Terryville
2 licensed providers
Thomaston
2 licensed providers
Windham
2 licensed providers
Winsted
2 licensed providers
Wolcott
2 licensed providers
Woodstock
2 licensed providers
Amston
1 licensed provider
Andover
1 licensed provider
Ashford
1 licensed provider
Bethany
1 licensed provider
Bolton
1 licensed provider
Bransford
1 licensed provider
Broad Brook
1 licensed provider
Bronford
1 licensed provider
Centerbrook
1 licensed provider
Cobalt
1 licensed provider
Cos Cob
1 licensed provider
Coventry
1 licensed provider
East Haddam
1 licensed provider
East Windsor
1 licensed provider
Easton
1 licensed provider
Gales Ferry
1 licensed provider
Granby
1 licensed provider
Hampden
1 licensed provider
Higganum
1 licensed provider
Kent
1 licensed provider
Lisbon
1 licensed provider
Mildale
1 licensed provider
New Fairfield
1 licensed provider
New Hartford
1 licensed provider
Nianic
1 licensed provider
North Branford
1 licensed provider
North Canaan
1 licensed provider
North Stonington
1 licensed provider
North Windh
1 licensed provider
Northfield
1 licensed provider
Northford
1 licensed provider
Oakdale
1 licensed provider
Plainfield
1 licensed provider
Plainfield Village
1 licensed provider
Riverside
1 licensed provider
Rockfall
1 licensed provider
Rockville
1 licensed provider
Roxbury
1 licensed provider
Salem
1 licensed provider
Sherman
1 licensed provider
Simbury
1 licensed provider
South Glastonbury
1 licensed provider
Storrs Mansfield
1 licensed provider
Stratfrod
1 licensed provider
Unionville
1 licensed provider
Weatogue
1 licensed provider
West Redding
1 licensed provider
West Suffield
1 licensed provider
Weston
1 licensed provider
Willington
1 licensed provider
Woodbury
1 licensed provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed senior care facilities operate in Connecticut?
The families.care verified directory tracks 1,885 licensed senior care providers across 191 cities in Connecticut as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.
What is the cost of senior living in Connecticut?
According to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026), the median cost of assisted living in Connecticut is $9,118 per month. In-home care aides average $36 per hour, and nursing homes average $200,748 annually for private rooms.
Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in Connecticut?
Senior living facilities in Connecticut are regulated and inspected by the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.
Can Connecticut Medicaid help pay for senior care?
Yes. In Connecticut, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors who prefer living at home or in community residential settings, Connecticut offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE), which cover personal care and therapy services.
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How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.
- Cost of Care Survey (2025)Publisher: CareScout. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Skilled nursing facility coveragePublisher: Medicare.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Medicaid coverage and eligibilityPublisher: Medicaid.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- Long-term-care guidance for familiesPublisher: National Institute on Aging. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- VA pension rates (Aid & Attendance)Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.