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The cost of independent living in Northwest Harwinton is about $6,842 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 81 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of The Ivy at Watertown
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The staff are friendly and seem to take good care of the residents. I have heard complaints about the food. They have recently changed their Chef so it might be better. I don't have first hand experience...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Brandywine Litchfield
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I have many friends that have lived in this community. The way they are treated and taken care of is out of this world. The employees show so much care and attention to detail its amazing. The food is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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It's awesome!! Beautiful facility and property. Mom is extremely happy with living there. There are no activities at this complex. Mom wishes there was!! It's all independent living. We picked this...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you're 55 or over with an eye toward quality, in search of a senior living community, you'll find what you want, at the price you want at Boulder Ridge in Canton, Connecticut. Conveniently located on the Canton-Avon line, this age-restricted Metro Prime senior living community is just a short...
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I would recommend it. All the staff have been kind and caring to my loved one and the owner has been accommodating to him in his requests. My loved one's answer to me when I ask if he has any complaints is a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Shady Oaks provides strong nursing in a cozy and loyal home. Bristol Press readers voted us Best of Bristol in 2024, '23, '22, '21, & '20. We won CT Family Owned Business of the Year in 2024 and CT Humanitarian Home of the Year in 2021. We average a perfect 5 stars in 71 Google reviews. We...
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The best. From the beginning they provide a class A experience. The staff are incredible who really care. And the facility is very, very nice. We picked this community, because, for one, they provided clear...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of The Cottage at Litchfield Hills
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It's a very nice, comfortable place where they try to cater to the patient and there family, as [name removed] did last week for my wife's birthday party, she was very helpful. I'm just happy we were able to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Cottage at Litchfield Hills, located in the heart of Litchfield County close to Routes 8 and 202, is owned by New England-based Northbridge Communities and their first property in Connecticut and 18th Senior Living Community.The Cottage offers all of the benefits of community living -...
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Mom just moved into Hunters a Ridge so far so good, the residents have been nice and super has addressed issues around the apartment.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village at Hunter's Ridge is an apartment community designed for adults 62 and over who desire independent living at a sensible price. Set on the banks of the Farmington River in the historic Unionville section of Farmington, Connecticut. The Village at Hunter's Ridge is within walking...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Lakeside
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Northwest Harwinton, CT

The average cost of senior living in Northwest Harwinton is $6,842 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hartford Center, CT with an average of $3,850 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northwest Harwinton, CT vs. nearby cities

Northwest Harwinton, CT
$6,842/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northwest Harwinton, CT vs. the state and national average

Northwest Harwinton, CT
$6,842/mo
U.S. national average
$4,000/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northwest Harwinton vs. other types of senior living

$8,623/mo
Independent Living
$6,842/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Northwest Harwinton, CT by room type

Semi-Private
$4,998/mo
Studio
$6,597/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,698/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Northwest Harwinton

Recent reviews for independent living in Northwest Harwinton

The Residence at Ferry Park in Rocky Hill, CT

5.0
My aunt moved into ferry park a few months ago!!! We as a family are thrilled that she is engaged each day with fun activities and exercise classes! She has made some lovely new friends and we sleep better each night knowing a caring staff is there for her!

Middlewoods of Farmington

3.4
I have been a resident (independent) for 17 1/12 years. The community is just the right size (# of residents). The staff is welcoming and friendly, although I do not need care services, it's important to know it 's available. A resident can be as involved in the community as they whish to be. I ...
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Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

Northwest Harwinton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northwest Harwinton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northwest Harwinton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Northwest Harwinton independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Northwest Harwinton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Northwest Harwinton, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Northwest Harwinton independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Northwest Harwinton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Northwest Harwinton, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northwest Harwinton independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Northwest Harwinton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.4%
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The Ivy at Watertown, The Village at East Farms and The Holiday Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Northwest Harwinton, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Northwest Harwinton, Connecticut. See the full list.

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