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Also known as the “mother of towns,” Farmington features a rich New England history, charming suburban neighborhoods and acres of farmland surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery. This small town boasts a growing population of seniors — almost 20% of Farmington’s 25,497 residents are aged 65 and older. As a suburb of Hartford, Farmington was rated one of the best places to live in Connecticut. The town offers many senior-friendly recreational activities, including an extensive trail system and historical sites to explore. Residents have easy access to cutting-edge medical services at the UConn Health Center on Aging, which is dedicated to providing quality geriatric care for older adults.
On average, the monthly cost for assisted living in Farmington is $5,753, according to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Actual rates can vary between facilities depending on location, services and amenities provided.
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Assisted living in Farmington is nearly $700 cheaper than the typical cost for Connecticut as a whole, but $1,453 more expensive than average monthly rates nationwide. Assisted living in Connecticut is pricier than most surrounding states, including New York, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, but cheaper than it is in New Jersey.
Prices for assisted living in Connecticut can vary depending on location. In the Norwich area, seniors pay $5,700 per month, which is about $50 cheaper than Farmington rates. To the southwest of Farmington in New Haven, prices rise by almost $700 to $6,445 per month. Costs are the highest in Bridgeport, where seniors can expect to pay $7,838, which is $2,085 more than the average in Farmington. Major cities in nearby states have similar prices. In Boston, Massachusetts, for example, rates are about $6,100, while in New York City, they’re $5,991.
Note: Data for Farmington was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Hartford, was used instead.
Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders is a Medicaid waiver that helps seniors who would normally require nursing home placement pay assisted living costs, excluding room and board. Services are provided in an assisted living setting and include meals, housekeeping, transportation to medical appointments and personal care. Seniors must be at least 65 years old and meet financial requirements to qualify.
Learn more about the CHCPE waiver, eligibility criteria and application process at our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
| Contact | Description | |
| North Central Area Agency on Aging | (860) 724-6443 | The NCAAA maintains a list of useful resources for seniors in the Hartford area. Available services include Medicare counseling, social services and health education programs on a variety of topics, such as management of diabetes and other chronic conditions. |
| Dial-A-Ride | (860) 675-2390 | Farmington provides low-cost transportation for medical appointments, shopping, banking and other errands in the greater Hartford area. Wheelchair accommodation is available. To qualify, residents must be at least 60 years old or disabled. |
| Greater Hartford Legal Aid | (860) 541-5000 | This not-for-profit law firm provides free legal advice and services to low-income seniors aged 60 and up. Some of the issues the firm handles include advance directives, discrimination and Medicaid appeals. Seniors can attend one of the firm’s weekly meetings to learn how GHLA attorneys may be able to help them. |
| VA Hartford Regional Office | (800) 827-1000 | For seniors who have served in the military, the Hartford Regional Office offers VA benefits counseling and information about how to apply. The RO also provides outreach services to veterans who are elderly and at risk of homelessness. |
| CHOICES | (800) 994-9422 | CHOICES is a state-run health insurance assistance program that offers free, unbiased Medicare counseling, eligibility screening and enrollment assistance. The service can help seniors compare Medicare plans and find low-income cost-assistance programs they might be eligible for. |
| Farmington Senior Center | (860) 675-2490 | The Farmington Senior Center offers a number of programs and enriching activities for residents aged 50 and up. Seniors can join exercise classes, play board games with friends or attend a lifelong learning class hosted by the AARP. Blood pressure and hearing screenings are regularly provided, as well as free immunizations for pneumonia and the flu. |
Assisted living communities in the Farmington area must comply with state laws and Connecticut Department of Health regulations regarding resident safety, accommodations, medication administration and staffing requirements. Visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page to learn more about these laws.