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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fairfield County, CT

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Fairfield County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Fairfield County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 26 independent living facilities in Fairfield County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


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Fairfield County Independent Living Facilities | 367 Reviews

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Average starting price of Independent Living in Fairfield County, CT is $9,211/month. Learn more
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Independent Living

Average starting price $9,211/month
Average starting price $9,507/month
Average starting price $9,472/month
Average starting price $9,507/month
Average starting price $2,650/month
Average starting price $1,196/month
Recent reviews of Independent Living in Fairfield County, CT
The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY
4.0

Mom seems to be doing well here. She has settled in nicely. She does what activities she can due to her dementia. As far as I know, she likes the food I haven't heard any complaints about it. The staff has been friendly and good-natured very professional. The community appears clean and well maintained.

Lifestyle Transitions at Wesley Heights in Shelton, CT
5.0

My mom is doing great at Lifestyle Transitions. She loves living there and is doing very well.

Glen Crest in Danbury, CT
4.7

I would highly recommend Glen Crest to others. Our overall experience with this facility was great. My mother loved their food. They had a lot of activities, but my mom was stubborn about participating in them. She couldn't remember to go. Dementia.

River Valley Retirement Community

101 Oakview Dr, Trumbull, CT 06611

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
27
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9.6
Review Score
24 reviews

I love this place and the staff are very helpful. The nicest thing at River Valley is the friendly residents and staff members. Within a few weeks/months I felt like I was in the middle of family. And I...

Provides: Independent Living
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River Valley, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, has just opened, this Spring of 2021! River Valley offers a luxurious, all-inclusive resort-style community is designed for adults 55 and over. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of modern day living without the hassle of upkeep!River...

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Maplewood at Danbury

22 Hospital Avenue, Danbury, CT 06810

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
84 reviews

They welcomed my Mom with open arms and have helped our family out with good communication. She is starting to adjust to her new place and is coming out of her shell. Everyone here has been great to deal...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Maplewood at Danbury has the unique feeling of a country inn, carefully blending a comfortable yet elegant decor, an enthusiastic staff, engaging social enrichment and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients to create a unqiely special memory care and assisted living community. ...

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Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings

640 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
77 reviews

The staff was very kind. My mother passed away before my father and they were very supportive of my dad after mom's death. They had an any amazing way of checking on him without seeming intrusive. It's a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Residents of Ridgefield Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided for by a caring...

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Brookdale Wilton

96 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
2
2 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
32 reviews

It has definitely been a good fit for my family. The staff is very responsive and helpful. My dad seems to be very happy at the facility and it has been a good fit for him. There doesn't seem to be many...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sunrise of Wilton

211 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
20
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7
7 Floor plans available
8.9
Review Score
8 reviews

My wife and I are very happy here at Sunrise Wilton. The staff make it. They know each resident, and they go out of the way to be certain your needs—and wants—are met. My wife has special health...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Located in western Connecticut’s beautiful Norwalk River Valley, just 55 miles from New York City, Sunrise of Wilton provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our ideal location in Fairfield County off...

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Spring Meadows by Monarch

6949 Main St, Trumbull, CT 06611

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
22
22 Photos available
11
11 Floor plans available
8.7
Review Score
45 reviews

My loved one is a resident at Spring Meadows. The move in process had some issues. My loved one's apartment was not ready when dad was to move in and still had some things incomplete on move in day. The...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Life is all about balance. That is why our community is strategically located in a small, suburban New England town in the well-regarded Fairfield County area. This means you have a small community feeling while still being close to major attractions and mass transit to New York City.Connections...

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Ridgefield Station

55 Old Quarry Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available
8.7
Review Score
21 reviews

Although everything has been great, it is quite expensive and was recently notified of an increase. The facility is very nice and very clean. Staff is wonderful and quite friendly/helpful!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Senior Living Residences, LLC communities

The all-new Ridgefield Station offers local seniors service-enriched Independent and Assisted Living and a residential Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences,...

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The Inn

73 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840

6
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8.5
Review Score
4 reviews

What we like the most about The Inn is that it is smaller and it is like having another family. I love the music that they bring in as well as the local school children singing and other good musical groups....

Provides: Independent Living

Just a stone's throw from New Canaan's bustling town center, The Inn is Waveny's charming residence for seniors who can appreciate the benefits of independent living in a supportive, intimate retirement community. Like all of Waveny, The Inn welcomes residents from all areas.Nestled in a scenic...

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Sturges Ridge of Fairfield

448 Mill Plain Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
8.5
Review Score
6 reviews

I would highly recommend Sturges Ridge of Fairfield to others. The staff is very friendly and caring. I feel like I'm part of the community every time that I visit. The nursing team informs me of all changes...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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A first in Fairfield, Sturges Ridge is proud to bring senior living experiences to the neighborhood. Enjoy the company of good friends, take in the beautiful surroundings, pursue your passions, and explore opportunities to inspire you and further enrich your life. Benchmark Senior Living at...

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Keystone Place at Wooster Heights

66 Wooster Height, Danbury, CT 06810

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
7.5
Review Score
7 reviews

The overall experience is above fair. Quality of dining is an ongoing disappointing experience, staff are excellent, but scarce, there appears to be a strong disconnect between the administration and the...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Keystone Place at Wooster Heights is an aging in place Senior community in Danbury, CT. As one of Danbury's newest community we offer Independant, Assisted and Memory Care apartments. Our Independent apartments have large kitchens complete with stove, refrigerator and large cabinets with quartz...

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Meadow Ridge

100 Redding Rd, Redding, CT 06896

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
6 reviews

Our hope was always that our Mom, age 95, would be able to remain living with family for her whole life. After 3 hospitalizations in a 7 week time frame, we could no longer provide the skilled nursing care...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Meadow Ridge is a continuing care retirement community located in Redding, CT. Our community includes Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, 24-hour Skilled Nursing services and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a distinctivelifestyle on our campus nestled among 136 acres of...

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The Greens at Cannondale

435 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
4
4 Photos available
25 reviews

We chose The Greens because they did paperwork to put a lean on her home until it was sold so they were very accommodating with that whole process. The room sizes at the facility are very nice, perfect for...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At The Greens At Cannondale, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care,...

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Wilton Commons

21 Station Road, Wilton, CT 06897

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1 Photos available
1 review

I absolutely LOVE it!! I'm trying to get settled. All three children were here from California, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C. to move me.

Provides: Senior Apartments

Wilton Commons is a beautiful newly constructed elderly development located in Wilton, CT. The amenities include central air, gazebo, on-site storage, on-site laundry, community room, activity room, a meditation room, convenience store, salon, monthly blood pressure screenings, and weekly...

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Sunrise of Fairfield

1571 Stratfield Rd, Fairfield, CT 06825

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
5.0
Review Score
8 reviews

Sunrise has been great. My mom is doing very well there. The independence she has there and the ability to walk around an be social has been very good for her. We're very happy with Sunrise.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Nestled in a residential neighborhood of charming Fairfield County, Connecticut, Sunrise of Fairfield provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our ideal location just 50 miles from New York is easily...

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The Residence at Westport

1141 Post Rd E, Westport, CT 06880

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
2 reviews

I would recommend because the people there are happy for life, they want to enjoy the time they have remaining and it is a very welcoming and friendly community

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Westport's Only Senior Living Community is Now Open!Welcome to The Residence at Westport, a luxury, boutique-style community for area seniors seeking beautiful independent, assisted and memory care living accommodations.This breathtaking community offers a choice of studio, one- and two-bedroom...

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Church Hill Village

2 The Blvd, Newtown, CT 06470

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
7
7 Floor plans available
6.0
Review Score
16 reviews

I love the independence and the fact that I can be friends with everyone. I have a lot of friends here. Everyone is kind, friendly and talkative. I couldn't ask for better.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Newtown seniors and their families can discover a vibrant, refreshing option for upscale senior living in Church Hill Village. This community is built with modern seniors in mind, creating the active, social atmosphere they need to thrive. Our community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care to...

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St Joseph's Center

6448 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
7
7 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living
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St. Joseph’s Center strives to offer quality senior care while maintaining our Catholic identity and mission. Located in desirable Trumbull, CT our residents enjoy a high quality of life with access to all that Trumbull that has to offer. Voted as one of the “Best Town for Families” by Family...

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St Joseph's Center

6448 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
7
7 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living
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St. Joseph’s Center strives to offer quality senior care while maintaining our Catholic identity and mission. Located in desirable Trumbull, CT our residents enjoy a high quality of life with access to all that Trumbull that has to offer. Voted as one of the “Best Town for Families” by Family...

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Teresian Towers and Carmel Ridge

6454 Main St, Trumbull, CT 06611

6
6 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments

Perhaps the greatest joy in retiring is knowing you can live life to its fullest.Maintaining your independence and helping you enjoy your life is our main goal at Carmel Ridge and Teresian Towers. Located on the grounds of St. Joseph’s Center, our unique independent senior communities provide the...

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Maplewood at Heather Hill

One Gorham Island, Westport, CT 06880

Provides: Assisted Living

Maplewood at Heather Hill

One Gorham Island, Westport, CT 06880

Provides: Assisted Living

Seymour Hollander Housing

4190 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604

Provides: Senior Apartments

Seymour Hollander Housing

4190 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604

Provides: Senior Apartments

New Canaan Inn

73 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840

1 review

Small independent care facility. Very good, pleasnant location; very good attention paid to its organization and its residents.

Provides: Independent Living

New Canaan Inn is a charming residence that is ideal for seniors who can appreciate the personal benefits of living independently in a thriving, yet intimate retirement community. We welcome seniors from any geographic location.Our mission is to provide you with a caring and supportive...

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Lakeview

Christopher Columbus Ave, Danbury, CT 06810

Provides: Independent Living
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Cost of independent living in Fairfield County, CT

The average cost of senior living in Fairfield County is 9,211 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bantam, CT with an average of 6,484 per month.

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Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

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  • Social activities and outings
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Spring Village at Stratford, Yorktown Assisted Living Residence and The Watermark at 3030 Park, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fairfield County, Connecticut. See full list of communities.

There are 26 independent living facilities near Fairfield County, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Fairfield County, Connecticut are Maplewood at Danbury. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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