Holiday White Oaks is a well-maintained retirement community with exceptional staff, a range of engaging activities, and appealing living spaces, though it faces challenges with food quality and kitchen amenities that potential residents should consider.
Great Staff
The Hearth at Glastonbury
4.4 from 101 reviews
#2 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$5,312 to $7,218 per month
The Hearth at Glastonbury offers a clean and aesthetically pleasing environment with engaging communal areas, but potential residents should consider the mixed feedback on staff attentiveness and the variety of activities available.
Well Maintained
The Ivy at Ellington
4.7 from 36 reviews
#3 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$5,501 to $8,100 per month
The Ivy offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with compassionate staff and engaging recreational activities, though communication and staffing challenges may impact some residents' experiences.
Helpful Staff
Creamery Brook Retirement Village
4.5 from 17 reviews
#4 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$3,127 to $7,400 per month
Creamery Brook Village offers a welcoming environment with attentive staff, ample amenities, and positive dining experiences, although some maintenance and communication issues have been noted by residents and families.
Great Food
The Residence at South Windsor Farm
4.6 from 98 reviews
#5 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$5,360 to $8,750 per month
The Residence at South Windsor Farms is praised for its welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and high-quality dining experiences, though concerns about staffing consistency and medical care may affect some residents' experiences.
Cleanliness
The Wellington at Springfield
4.2 from 171 reviews
#6 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$2,595 to $3,300 per month
The Wellington at Springfield offers a mix of positive community engagement and activities alongside significant concerns regarding communication, logistical issues, and overall resident satisfaction that potential residents should consider when exploring independent living options.
Professional Staff
Addison Place at Glastonbury
4.5 from 78 reviews
#7 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$3,506 to $5,280 per month
Addison Place at Glastonbury offers a bright, inviting atmosphere with kind staff and appealing all-inclusive pricing, though experiences regarding activities, dining quality, and space adequacy vary among families.
Pierce Memorial Baptist Home
4.3 from 26 reviews
#8 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
Pierce Memorial Baptist Home in Brooklyn, CT offers independent living with fully furnished rooms, engaging activities, and convenient amenities, but potential residents may find limited independence due to 24-hour supervision and assistance services.
Card Home For the Aged
4.9 from 14 reviews
#9 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
The Card Home For the Aged, while providing a caring environment and convenient access to parks, pharmacies, restaurants, and healthcare services, may lack a wide variety of dining options and entertainment venues nearby.
Glenmeadow
3.9 from 20 reviews
#10 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
Glenmeadow is an upscale independent living community that offers attractive amenities, a supportive staff, opportunities for self-sufficiency and social engagement, and a vibrant atmosphere that enhances residents' quality of life.
Juniper Hill Village
4.0 from 4 reviews
#11 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
This exquisite independent living community offers a welcoming atmosphere, spacious apartments, abundant natural light, and a friendly environment, while its prime location near the town center enhances accessibility to amenities, although lingering cigarette smoke in some areas poses a minor concern.
Great Staff
Arbors of Hop Brook
4.9 from 33 reviews
#12 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$3,130 to $4,300 per month
The Arbors of Hop Brook is a highly praised independent living community known for its friendly staff, spacious accommodations, engaging activities, effective communication, and well-maintained environment that fosters a strong sense of community among residents.
Great Food
Holiday Bluebird Estates
4.5 from 114 reviews
#13 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$2,989 to $4,389 per month
Bluebird Estates in East Longmeadow offers a beautifully maintained environment with various communal activities and spacious living accommodations, but opinions on food quality and room features vary, making it essential for prospective residents to align their specific needs with available amenities.
Welcoming Atmosphere
Colebrook Village at Hebron
4.8 from 57 reviews
#14 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$4,175 to $5,720 per month
Colebrook Village at Hebron is highly praised for its vibrant community, compassionate staff, engaging activities, beautiful design with convenient access to services, and a strong sense of safety and camaraderie among residents.
Great Staff
Suffield by the River
4.6 from 108 reviews
#15 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$4,370 to $6,550 per month
Suffield by the River is a luxurious senior community in Suffield, Connecticut, offering a warm, vibrant atmosphere with engaging activities, exceptional dining experiences, and dedicated staff fostering strong social connections among residents.
Staff Professionalism
Country Living Retirement Comm
5.0 from 2 reviews
#16 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
Westview Nursing Care & Rehab is praised for its compassionate staff, engaging activities, high-quality dining options, and a comfortable living environment that together support resident well-being and foster social connections.
Cleanliness
Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community
4.8 from 56 reviews
#17 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$3,568 to $5,043 per month
Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with attentive staff, engaging social activities, spacious apartments, and a strong sense of community among residents.
HarborChase Of Evergreen Walk
4.1 from 54 reviews
#18 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$5,025 to $7,795 per month
HarborChase of Evergreen Walk features a welcoming environment with spacious, private rooms, engaging activities for residents, and dedicated staff, though some families express concerns about staffing consistency and cleanliness.
Florence Mill Apartments
3.8 from 36 reviews
#19 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
Florence Mill Apartments in Vernon Rockville, CT offers a vibrant community with nearby cafes, pharmacies, physicians' offices, and diverse restaurants, promoting convenience and accessibility for independent living seniors.
April Time Residential Care Home
2.3 from 3 reviews
#20 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$2,400 to $2,700 per month
April Time Residential Care Home offers independent living with various amenities, but potential downsides include limited personal space for decorating and reliance on staff for daily living assistance.
Great Food
Welles Country Village
4.5 from 2 reviews
#21 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
Welles Country Village offers comfortable, well-maintained independent living apartments, dedicated staff, engaging daily activities, and a supportive financial policy that allows residents to remain in the community even if they outlive their savings.
Supportive Environment
Glenmeadow, a CCRC
4.3 from 38 reviews
#22 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$2,562 to $3,536 per month
Glen Meadow retirement community is celebrated for its vibrant, welcoming atmosphere, engaging arts programs, excellent dining, attentive staff, and beautiful surroundings, making it an ideal choice for seniors seeking an enriching independent living experience.
Friendly Staff
Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks
4.2 from 93 reviews
#23 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$4,125 to $5,500 per month
Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks is a highly regarded independent living community known for its beautiful environment, welcoming staff, engaging activities, and spacious apartments equipped with amenities that foster comfort and social interaction for residents.
Westcott-Wilcox Home
4.3 from 4 reviews
#24 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
The Westcott-Wilcox Home, while conveniently located near pharmacies, physicians, restaurants, and a place of worship, may not provide the independence or autonomy some seniors desire.
Great Staff
Elmbrook Village
4.5 from 43 reviews
#25 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$4,275 to $5,600 per month
Elmbrook Village features modern amenities, friendly staff, and a variety of activities, but potential residents should consider staffing levels, food quality, and the facility's busy atmosphere before deciding.
Emmett Rooney Congregate
5.0 from 4 reviews
#26 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
Emmett Rooney Congregate in Ludlow, MA lacks diversity in healthcare facilities with only one hospital nearby and limited medical services beyond five physicians and five pharmacies.
Daily Activities
Delamere Woods
4.4 from 8 reviews
#27 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$1,295 to $1,595 per month
Delamere Woods is a warm and inviting independent living community with abundant amenities, a variety of daily activities, flexible meal options, pet-friendly accommodations, and a strong emphasis on resident engagement and safety.
The Overlook In Charlton
#28 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$3,400 to $4,100 per month
The Overlook in Charlton offers a vibrant Independent Living community with amenities like dining, fitness programs, and transportation but may lack sufficient privacy due to shared social spaces and scheduled activities.
Reeds Landing
4.0 from 1 review
#29 Best reviewed of independent living in Ashford
$1,920 to $2,670 per month
Loomis Lakeside at Reeds Landing offers a welcoming independent living community with spacious two-bedroom apartments, abundant meal options fostering social interaction, and beautifully maintained grounds that promote outdoor activities and camaraderie among residents.
Best Pet Friendly Independent Living in Ashford, CT
Dogs & Cats
Holiday White Oaks
4.3 from 122 reviews
$3,069 to $4,489 per month
Holiday White Oaks is a well-maintained retirement community with exceptional staff, a range of engaging activities, and appealing living spaces, though it faces challenges with food quality and kitchen amenities that potential residents should consider.
Dogs & Cats
Creamery Brook Retirement Village
4.5 from 17 reviews
$3,127 to $7,400 per month
Creamery Brook Village offers a welcoming environment with attentive staff, ample amenities, and positive dining experiences, although some maintenance and communication issues have been noted by residents and families.
Dogs & Cats
The Residence at South Windsor Farm
4.6 from 98 reviews
$5,360 to $8,750 per month
The Residence at South Windsor Farms is praised for its welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and high-quality dining experiences, though concerns about staffing consistency and medical care may affect some residents' experiences.
Dogs & Cats
The Wellington at Springfield
4.2 from 171 reviews
$2,595 to $3,300 per month
The Wellington at Springfield offers a mix of positive community engagement and activities alongside significant concerns regarding communication, logistical issues, and overall resident satisfaction that potential residents should consider when exploring independent living options.
Dogs & Cats
Addison Place at Glastonbury
4.5 from 78 reviews
$3,506 to $5,280 per month
Addison Place at Glastonbury offers a bright, inviting atmosphere with kind staff and appealing all-inclusive pricing, though experiences regarding activities, dining quality, and space adequacy vary among families.