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10 Best Nursing Homes in Hamden, CT

Last Updated: 10/3/24

If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Hamden nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Hamden, CT may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Hamden or another care type is right for you. Browse 30 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Hamden.


You may also consider nearby communities such as New Haven, Waterbury or Quinnipiac University.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Hamden, CT

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Last Updated: 10/3/24
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Recent reviews of Nursing Homes in Hamden, CT
Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
5.0

The food is very good the staff is premium level of caring they go above and beyond to make sure their residents feel like home and try to create a family culture.

Ocean Meadow Memory Care in Clinton, CT
5.0

They have been great. It is a smaller facility so it feels much homier. The staff seems to be very in tune with all of the residents there. They get really personalized care, we really could not be happier. I looked at 4 different places and this one was by far the best and the least the expensive. It has been the perfect fit and I would highly recommend Ocean Meadow to other families looking.

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center in Hamden, CT
5.0

The staff makes the difference in this facility! From patient care to case management and coordination with other agencies, our family felt that we were in good hands everyday. Special shoutout to [name removed], who helped arrange a smooth transition to rehabilitating care.

Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden

35 Hamden Hills Drive, Hamden, CT 06518

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
40 reviews

My mom was very happy there. It was a very positive experience. My only complaint was that we were facing a big increase in cost after only 9 months. Be diligent about signing contacts. Sit down and go over...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Maple Woods at Hamden is located south of Sleeping Giant State Park on a hilltop overlooking the town center of Hamden, CT. This community boasts skyline views of New Haven and picturesque views of Long Island Sound. We are convenient to shops, cultural, and business attractions. Our superb...

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Maplewood at Orange

245 Indian River Road, Orange, CT 06477

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
18
18 Photos available
7
7 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
52 reviews

I would give fives across-the-board on all questions. I am exceptionally happy with the choice that was made. I have been singing your praises ever since I've gone on the initial interviews and tours of the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Maplewood at Orange has carefully blended 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. Just in the heart of the shopping and...

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Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge

330 Amity Road, Woodbridge, CT 06525

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
9.4
Review Score
56 reviews

My loved one is currently a resident at Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge and overall everything has been great for her so far. The value for cost is reasonable. The food is pretty good and the activities...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Brookdale Woodbridge is an assisted living and memory care community in the upscale community of Woodbridge, Connecticut. Woodbridge is a historic city with a strong sense of heritage and is home to many of the faculty at nearby Yale University. As one of the wealthiest towns in the country,...

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The Landing of North Haven

201 Clintonville Rd, North Haven, CT 06473

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
18
18 Photos available
8.9
Review Score
13 reviews

The staff is very helpful and very kind. They are very, very good to my mom. It is a little bit expensive, but worth the money. I would and already have recommended The Landing of North Haven to others I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Coachman Square at Woodbridge

21 Bradley Road, Woodbridge, CT 06525

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
12 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
8.6
Review Score
26 reviews

What we like the most about Coachman Square is the Friendliness of the staff. They have been great whenever we had any issues. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Coachman Square at Woodbridge is nestled in the quaint town of Woodbridge, CT where a convenient location offers the best of two worlds. Enjoy the tranquility of our charming town, as well as the nearby cultural attractions of New Haven, including the Shubert Theater, art galleries, the Peabody...

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Chatham Place at Mary Wade

138 Clinton Ave, New Haven, CT 06513

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
2
2 Floor plans available
8.4
Review Score
11 reviews

My aunt is no longer in Chatham place where she needed additional care but it is still in the Mary Wade complex. I would rate everything of five other than activities I would rate a three. It seems that they...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Atria Larson Place

1450 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
16 Photos available
7
7 Floor plans available
7.9
Review Score
43 reviews

Staff is very professional, courteous, and friendly. The interactions that I have observed between staff and residents is appropriately pleasant and familiar. Residents are greeted by name. The facility is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Atria Larson Place is a warm, welcoming community with all the comforts of home. Socialize in our bright, large common areas and enjoy diverse activities that allow you to pursue your interests and discover new ones. Located directly across from beautiful Lake Whitney, Atria Larson Place is close...

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Meadow Mills at Whitney Center

153 Leeder Hill Dr, Hamden, CT 06517

21
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11 reviews

This is the place thing that ever happened. I do not have to worry about my loved one anymore. They are taking great care of him. This is the third place my loved one has been. We are very very pleased with...

Provides: Memory Care

Meadow Mills, Providing exceptional care for all levels of Memory impairment and Dementia, helping to create a better quality of life for you and your family. At Meadow Mills Memory Care we have set everything in place to ensure the safety of those with impacted memory loss, cognitive decline,...

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HarborChase of Branford

173 Alps Road, Branford, CT 06405

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
6.7
Review Score
31 reviews

In general, very pleased. Staff is warm and very caring. Excellent food. My Mom loves the pretty dining room. Maintenance requests for things that need repair in the room are a bit of a challenge. Still...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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You can participate in a variety of activities to keep you physically fit and mentally sharp. Walking clubs, dancing, tai chi, and other physical activities will help you maintain and improve your mobility. You can also partake in mentally stimulating activities like open-ended discussions about...

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Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center

2798 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518

9.4
Review Score
13 reviews

My father was able to live on his own in his own home for 97+ years and five weeks ago was suddenly taken ill and needed to be placed permanently in long-term residency. We started on the rehabilitation...

Provides: Nursing Homes

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Marbridge Retirement Center

665 W Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410

2 reviews

It's a good place, and the people are friendly. I have been pleased with the place itself. I am not sure it's a good fit for my loved one.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Marbridge Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut. Cheshire, which has been ranked among Money magazine's 100 best places to live, is known for its beautiful parks. Roaring Brook Park is a beloved destination for visitors and town...

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Whitney Center

200 Leeder Hill Dr, Hamden, CT 06517

1 review

The Whitney Center was a nice community. The tour guide took us around the entire building and answered all of our questions. In the end, we didn't choose this community because it was just too big, we were looking for something smaller.

Provides: Nursing Homes, Assisted Living

The Residence at Elim Park

140 Cook Hill Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410

1 review

We toured the Elim Park place and it was nice. The place was very well maintained and seemed like a good place to live. The tour guide was very helpful, of course, he was trying to sell the place, and answered all of my questions. Overall it came dow...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Hamden Health Care Facility

1270 Sherman Ave, Hamden, CT 06514

1 review
Provides: Nursing Homes

Masonicare at Ashlar Village

74 Cheshire Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492

2 reviews

I just had heard good things about it so I went to go see it. Honestly if you put all the five places I saw side by side I think they were all equally nice and had the same kind of affordability. Masonicare...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Shady Knoll Health Ctr

43 Skokorat St, Seymour, CT 06483

1 review
Provides: Nursing Homes

Southwick at Cheshire

50 Southwick Court, Cheshire, CT 06410

3.0
Review Score
1 review
Provides: Assisted Living

Masonicare

22 Masonic Avenue, Wallingford, CT 06492

1.0
Review Score
2 reviews

They offer daily activities and they encourage my father in law to participate. He loves the food and the community is clean and well maintained. The staff are nice and are there for you with whatever you need. I would recommend this community.

Provides: Assisted Living

Willows Care and Rehabilitation

225 Amity Road, Woodbridge, CT 06525

3 reviews

It was great. I thought they were great. My dad was there for short term rehab. The therapists were good and the nurses were good. The place was very convenient for us. It was nice. We would have stayed her...

Provides: Nursing Homes

Highvue Manor

2730 State St, Hamden, CT 06517

Provides: Assisted Living

The Mary Wade Home - Boardman Residence

118 Clinton Ave, New Haven, CT 06513

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
4
4 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living

Village Green of Wallingford

55 Kondracki Ln, Wallingford, CT 06492

Provides: Nursing Homes

Riverview Rest Home

92 Lexington Ave, New Haven, CT 06513

Provides: Nursing Homes

Smithfield Gardens

26 Smith Street, Seymour, CT 06483

Provides: Assisted Living

Smithfield Gardens

26 Smith Street, Seymour, CT 06483

Provides: Assisted Living
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What are nursing homes?

Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Rehabilitation care, including physical and speech therapy
  • Mobility assistance
  • Palliative and hospice care
  • Health care services
  • Complimentary transportation
  • 24-hour care and supervision
Complete guide to nursing homes

Learn More About Nursing Homes in Hamden, CT

Hamden, a suburb of New Haven, offers residents all the expected conveniences of a modern city with easy access to New Haven and Yale University’s attractions. Within city limits, residents enjoy nearby nature areas like Sleeping Giant State Park or shopping centers such as Hamden Plaza.

Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — in Hamden are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.

Cost of Nursing Homes in Hamden, CT

The median monthly cost of a private nursing home room is about $13,100 in the Hamden area and $13,900 in the state of Connecticut, according to Genworth.

Learn More About Hamden, CT

Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Hamden are rated two points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses Health Care Insurance Entertainment Groceries Clothing
102 94 107 108 103 105

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64 Median Income Age 65+ Median Household Income Average Individual Income Median Employee Salary Average Property Tax One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$85,241 per year $46,900 per year $72,460 per year $36,969 per year $48,482 per year $7,023 per year $1,000 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Hamden include:

Yale-New Haven Hospital

  • Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
  • Bed count: 1,540+
  • Specialties: emergency department, ICU, organ transplants

Masonicare Health Center Hospital

  • Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
  • Bed count: 420+
  • Specialties: physical therapy, skilled nursing care, psychiatric care

Weather and Climate

Hamden’s climate is classified as humid continental, meaning the city experiences hot, humid summers and cold winters with moderate snowfall. The average humidity level is 67%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 72%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average January Maximum January Minimum
26°F 35°F 17°F

July Average July Maximum July Minimum
73°F 83°F 62°F

Air Quality

  • Relative Air Quality Index: 84

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

  • Average annual precipitation: 53″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age Percent of Population Over 65 Population Population Density Average Household Size
38 15.9% 62,402 1,192 per square mile 2.4

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native Asian Black Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander Two or More Races White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.2% 5.1% 24.7% 11.8% <0.1% 3.3% 56.6%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

  • Non-discrimination laws in New Haven: 26/30
  • Overall inclusivity: 85/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for New Haven County

Democratic Republican Other
54.2% 42.1% 3.7%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Hamden include:

  • Hamden Historical Society
  • New Haven Museum
  • Historic Little Brick House
  • Charles Brockett House
  • Ives Building

Outdoor attractions in Hamden:

  • Bassett Park
  • Town Center Park
  • John P. Denicola Park
  • Sleeping Giant State Park
  • West Rock Ridge State Park
  • Marsh Botanical Garden

Hamden’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

  • Cinemark North Haven
  • Space Ballroom
  • Hamden Fest
  • Silverbells Holiday Festival
  • Hamden Plaza
  • Hamden Mart
  • Putnam Place Shopping Center

Transportation

In Hamden, local bus transportation is available through CT Transit. Amtrak offers railway transportation to Boston and New York from New Haven. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Hamden.

Disclosure: A Place for Mom refers to "nursing home" here generally as an umbrella term to include assisted living facilities. It is not used to indicate that the facility meets official state requirements for level of care of a skilled nursing facility, as defined in that particular jurisdiction.

Frequently asked questions

There are 30 nursing homes near Hamden, Connecticut. See the full list.

The best nursing home facilities near you in Hamden, Connecticut are Maplewood at Orange. These nursing home communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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