Best Assisted Living Facilities in Stamford, CT

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Stamford, CT area.

Stamford, Connecticut offers a variety of senior living options, catering to the diverse needs of its senior population, which makes up about 34.6% of the city. With 15 local facilities providing services that range from independent and assisted living to memory care and nursing homes, you're sure to find an option that fits your requirements. The average cost for assisted living in Stamford is $7,131 per month, indicating a commitment to quality care. In this guide, we will showcase some of the best assisted living communities in Stamford, providing you with the insights needed to confidently make this crucial decision for you or your loved one.

26 Communities were found near Stamford, CT
Interim Healthcare of Fairfield County

Interim Healthcare of Fairfield County

1177 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT 06905 (0.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Benchmark at Stamford
Our Rating:
of 5
6.8

Benchmark at Stamford

251 Turn of River Road, Stamford, CT 06905 (0.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
6.8
Brighton Gardens of Stamford
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Brighton Gardens of Stamford

59 Roxbury Road, Stamford, CT 06902 (1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Solace Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Solace Care

1177 High Ridge Road, Suite 139, Stamford, CT 06905 (1.5 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Evergreen at Luther Hall
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Evergreen at Luther Hall

884 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT 06905 (1.6 mi from city center)
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Visiting Angels, Stamford, CT
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Visiting Angels, Stamford, CT

98 Hemlock Dr, Stamford, CT 06902 (2.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Compass Care, LLC (NY)
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Compass Care, LLC (NY)

1799 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06905 (2.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Atria Stamford
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

Atria Stamford

77 3rd Street, Stamford, CT 06905 (2.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
The Residence at Summer Street
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

The Residence at Summer Street

14 Second Street, Stamford, CT 06905 (2.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
Synergy Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Synergy Home Care

1200 Summer Street Suite 105, Stamford, CT 06905 (3.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
Edgehill, a CCRC
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Edgehill, a CCRC

122 Palmers Hill Road, Stamford, CT 06902 (3.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Premier Home Health Care - Greenwich
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Premier Home Health Care - Greenwich

777 Summer Street Suite 401, Stamford, CT 06901 (3.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Carebuilders At Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Carebuilders At Home

750 East Main Street, Suite 620, Stamford, CT 06902 (3.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Senior Helpers Stamford
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Senior Helpers Stamford

One Stamford Plaza 9th Fl, Stamford, CT 06901 (3.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
The Village at Waveny
Our Rating:
of 5
8

The Village at Waveny

3 Farm Road, New Canaan, CT 06840 (3.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Senior Helpers Fairfield County
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Senior Helpers Fairfield County

700 Canal Street, Stamford, CT 06902 (3.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Atria Darien
Our Rating:
of 5
10

Atria Darien

50 Ledge Road, Darien, CT 06820 (4.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
10
The Inn
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

The Inn

73 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840 (4.6 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Right at Home Darien, CT
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Right at Home Darien, CT

7 Tokeneke Road, Darien, CT 06820 (5 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Maplewood at Darien
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Maplewood at Darien

599 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820 (5.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
The Residence at Selleck's Woods
Our Rating:
of 5
7.3

The Residence at Selleck's Woods

1 Parklands Drive, Darien, CT 06820 (5.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.3
Brightview on New Canaan
Our Rating:
of 5
7.3

Brightview on New Canaan

162 New Canaan Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06850 (6.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.3
The Mews
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

The Mews

1/2 Bolling Place, Greenwich, CT 06830 (6.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
The Greens at Greenwich
Our Rating:
of 5
7

The Greens at Greenwich

1155 King Street, Greenwich, CT 06831 (7.6 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7
Brookdale Wilton
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Brookdale Wilton

96 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897 (8.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Map of Assisted Living in Stamford

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Interim Healthcare of Fairfield County
  • Benchmark at Stamford
  • Brighton Gardens of Stamford
  • Solace Care
  • Evergreen at Luther Hall
  • Visiting Angels, Stamford, CT
  • Compass Care, LLC (NY)
  • Atria Stamford
  • The Residence at Summer Street
  • Synergy Home Care
  • Edgehill, a CCRC
  • Premier Home Health Care - Greenwich
  • Carebuilders At Home
  • Senior Helpers Stamford
  • The Village at Waveny
  • Senior Helpers Fairfield County
  • Atria Darien
  • The Inn
  • Right at Home Darien, CT
  • Maplewood at Darien
  • The Residence at Selleck's Woods
  • Brightview on New Canaan
  • The Mews
  • The Greens at Greenwich
  • Brookdale Wilton

Senior Living Statistics for Stamford, Connecticut

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


If you're looking for the least expensive senior living option in Stamford, Connecticut, it's independent living, which costs an average of $6,689 per month. Costs for care range up to $10,322 per month for a one-bedroom nursing home unit. There are several other types of care to choose from, including assisted living and memory care, which cost $7,131 and $7,167 per month, respectively. With a variety of options available, you can find the perfect fit for your needs and budget.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $7,131
Memory Care $7,167
Independent Living $6,689
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,378
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $6,701
Nursing Home: Studio $8,060
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $10,322

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Stamford


The average monthly cost of assisted living facilities in Stamford is $7,131. Nearby cities like Riverbank and Hunting Ridge are slightly less expensive, with average costs of $7,062 per month and $7,023 per month, respectively. Stamford assisted living is considerably less expensive than the average cost of assisted living in Connecticut, which is $9,364 per month, but more expensive than the national average of $4,546 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Stamford $7,131

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Stamford compares to Connecticut and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Stamford $7,131
Connecticut $9,364
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Stamford


Stamford offers 15 of the 251 senior living communities in Connecticut. If you decide to extend your search to the cities near Stamford, there are 78 facilities. With this variety of choices, you're sure to find the ideal community.
15

Stamford

78

Surrounding Area

251

Connecticut

Stamford Senior Demographics


Seniors comprise about 34.6% of Stamford, Connecticut's population, amounting to a significant portion of the 135,413 residents. Among them, 48.8% are male and 51.2% are female. Age-wise, 13.5% are in their 50s, 11.1% in their 60s, 6.3% in their 70s, and 3.7% are 80 or older. In terms of marital status, 46% of senior residents are married, 10.3% are divorced, 39.3% have never married, and 4.4% are widowed. The city boasts a diverse senior community—52% are White, 18.6% Black, 7% Asian, and 29.8% Hispanic. Additionally, 11% identify as mixed race, 0.3% as Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 10.9% identify as other, reflecting a rich mosaic of cultures in Stamford's elderly population.

Population

Stamford has a population of 135,413.
  • 48.8% Male
  • 51.2% Female

Marital Status

  • 46% Married
  • 10.3% Divorced
  • 39.3% Never Married
  • 4.4% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 34.6% of the population.
  • 13.5% in their 50s
  • 11.1% in their 60s
  • 6.3% in their 70s
  • 3.7% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 52% White
  • 18.6% Black
  • 7% Asian
  • 0.3% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 10.9% Identifying as Other
  • 11% Mixed Race
  • 29.8% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Stamford

Want to compare the cost of assisted living in Stamford to other options in the region? Average costs start as low as $7,040 per month in Darien, while the most expensive nearby option is Newtown, which costs an average of $12,445 per month. A few other cities to consider include Danbury, Wilton, Brookfield, Trumbull, and Fairfield.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Danbury $7,350
Trumbull $12,372
Fairfield $8,271
Bridgeport $11,216
Stratford $11,460
City Average Monthly Cost
Newtown $12,445
Darien $7,040
Wilton $7,243
Brookfield $7,104
Bethel $9,263

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.