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Assisted Living in Bridgeport, CT

Bridgeport, located on Long Island Sound and at the mouth of the Pequonnock River, is 60 miles from Manhattan and is Connecticut’s most populated city. It’s home to 148,654 people and seniors 65 years and over make up 11.8% of its population. Bridgeport lies between the humid subtropical climate and humid continental climate areas. It experiences long, hot summers and cool winters, appealing to seniors who appreciate milder temperatures. It also benefits from lower sales tax rates and affordable health care.

Assisted living communities support seniors who need help with the tasks of daily living, including personal care, meal preparation and transportation. These communities are beneficial to seniors unable to live independently but do not require the intensive medical care and assistance available at nursing homes. Seniors residing in Bridgeport can expect to pay an average of $6,273 for assisted living care, which is $1,144 more than Connecticut’s average.

This guide is an introduction to assisted living in Bridgeport. It offers information on average monthly care costs, advantages and disadvantages of retiring in Bridgeport and free local resources available to seniors in the city.

3 Assisted Living communities in Bridgeport, CT | 20 nearby communities

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1. The Watermark At 3030 Park

3030 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Bridgeport Manor

540 Bond Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06610

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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Sycamore Place Apartments, Bridgeport, CT

3. Sycamore Place Apartments

285 Maplewood Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06605

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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20 matching communities nearby Bridgeport

1. Just Like Home’s Dogwood Home

62 Dogwood Drive, Shelton, CT, 06484

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $8800 / mo

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2. Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull

2750 Reservoir Ave, Trumbull, CT, 06611

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Spring Meadows by Monarch

6949 Main St, Trumbull, CT, 06611

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Benchmark at Split Rock

708A Bridgeport Avenue, Shelton, CT, 06484

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Maplewood at Orange

245 Indian River Road, Orange, CT, 06477

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Spring Village at Stratford

6911 Main Street, Stratford, CT, 06614

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Brookdale Wilton

96 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT, 06897

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Maplewood at Strawberry Hill

73 Strawberry Hill Avenue, Norwalk, CT, 06855

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Sunrise of Fairfield

1571 Stratfield Rd., Fairfield, CT, 06825

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Just Like Home’s Long Hill Home

757 Long Hill Ave, Shelton, CT, 06907

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $8800 / mo

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11. The Greens at Cannondale

435 Danbury Rd, Wilton, CT, 06897

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Sturges Ridge of Fairfield

448 Mill Plain Road, Fairfield, CT, 06824

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Sunrise of Wilton

211 Danbury Rd., Wilton, CT, 06897

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Maplewood at Southport

917 Mill Hill Terrace, Southport, CT, 06890

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Meadow Ridge

100 Redding Road, Redding, CT, 06896

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. The Residence at Westport

1141 Post Rd E, Westport, CT, 06880

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Charter Senior Living of Orange

197 Indian River Road, Orange, CT, 06477

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Wilton Meadows Health Care Center

439 Danbury Road Rt 7, Wilton, CT, 06897

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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Newtown Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Newtown, CT

19. Newtown Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

139 Toddy Hill Road, Newtown, CT, 06470

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. St Joseph’s Manor Care and Rehabilitation Center

6448 MAIN STREET, Trumbull, CT, 06611

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Bridgeport

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Connecticut. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Bridgeport

The cost of assisted living care in Bridgeport is $6,273 per month, but prices can vary depending on location, amenities, and services.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Los Angeles

In Bridgeport, assisted living care is $1,144 higher than the state average of $5,129 and $1,773 more than the U.S. average of $4,500.

$6273

Bridgeport

$5129

Connecticut

$4500

The United States

Assisted living costs vary across the cities of Connecticut. Bridgeport and Stamford, southwest of Bridgeport, share the same assisted living cost of $6,273, the state’s highest median. North and northeast of Bridgeport, Waterbury and New Haven have an assisted living average of $1,185 lower than Bridgeport’s. In the center of the state, Hartford has the region’s second-highest assisted living care cost of $5,225, which it shares with Torrington. Norwich has the state’s lowest care median of $4,300, $1,973 lower than Bridgeport.

$6273

Bridgeport

$6273

Stamford

$5088

New Haven

$5088

Waterbury

$5225

Hartford

$5225

Torrington

$4300

Norwich

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bridgeport

Paying for assisted living Connecticut

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Connecticut.

Bridgeport Assisted Living Resources

ResourceContactService
Southwestern CT Agency on Aging(203) 333-9288Southwestern CT Agency on Aging is a nonprofit agency that provides resources to improve the quality of life and meet the needs of a growing senior population. The Older Americans Act funds it and offers grants to community organizations that support older adults. Services to seniors include adult day care, legal aid, health services, social support and transportation.
Veterans Support Center(203) 576-8348The Veterans Support Center is the first center of its kind in the country and is a central point for local veterans to access city, state and federal assistance. It offers veterans a variety of services such as transportation to the VA hospital, information on housing applications and helps with city, state and federal benefits and pensions. The center also provides community-based educational programs and assistance with applying for benefits disability, compensation and pensions. 
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(860) 424-5200The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program seeks to improve the quality of life of all residents of nursing homes, residential care homes and assisted living facilities. It investigates residents’ complaints and assists seniors in resolving their problems. The organization also represents residents’ interests before governmental agencies and provides older adults with information pertaining to long-term care services.
Connecticut Retired & Senior Volunteer Programs(203) 576-8048The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program helps those 55 years and over access opportunities to share their experience and skills through volunteer work. Several community settings, including nursing homes, hospice programs, hospitals and mentoring programs, need volunteers.
Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut(800) 453-3320 Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut is an organization that assists low-income people whose legal problems affect their fundamental rights. Its legal advice and referral center ensures that everyone has access to legal aid. The organization also helps with legal questions regarding family, public benefits and housing and refers some cases to other legal aid programs and attorneys.

Bridgeport Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Bridgeport area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Laws and regulations for assisted living in Connecticut