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West Haven is a coastal community on the Long Island Sound. There are approximately 7,600 seniors aged 65 and above living in this city of over 55,000 residents. The area’s hot summers and seafront spots, such as Morse Beach, make it an attractive retirement option. Seniors enjoy a cost of living that’s a few points below the state average. With 318 medical professionals for every 100,000 people, West Haven’s health care choices are plentiful. The community is home to several top-class hospitals, including the Hill Health Center West Haven and the DOCS Medical Urgent Care unit.
West Haven is served by 25 assisted living facilities, five of which are within city limits. Seniors pay an average of $6,445, making the area one of the costliest in the state.
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While the median rate for assisted living in West Haven of $6,445 is $2,145 above the national average, it’s only slightly higher than the state’s median monthly rate of $6,300. Costs in Massachusetts are $360 below New Haven. However, assisted living in the city costs a lot more than in the adjacent states of New York ($4,800) and Rhode Island ($4,950).
The West Haven area is the second most expensive in Connecticut after Bridgeport. Rates in Hartford and Norwich are over $690 more affordable than in New Haven. Across state lines in both New York City ($5,991) and Providence ($4,950), Rhode Island, assisted living costs are well below New Haven.
Note: Data for West Haven was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New Haven, was used instead.
Seniors aged 65 and above who are eligible for Medicaid may benefit from Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders. Administered by the state’s Department of Social Services, this program has a Private Pay Assisted Living component that helps with the cost of assisted living. The program pays for personal care services, excluding room and board.
See our Assisted Living in Connecticut page for more details on this waiver and to check who qualifies.
| Contact | Description | |
| The West Haven Senior Center | (203) 937-3507 | A component of The Department of Elderly Services, the West Haven Senior Center offers an array of fun activities for older adults in the city. For a small yearly membership fee, seniors can enjoy bingo, dance lessons and structured activities. The center puts together regular discussion groups and trips to nearby attractions. |
| The Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut | (203) 785-8533 | For older adults in the West Haven area, the Agency on Aging offers access to an array of helpful programs. Services include options counseling, information and referrals, financial counseling and more. |
| The AmeriCorps Senior Programs | (203) 752-3059 | By joining AmeriCorps volunteer programs, seniors can enrich their lives and contribute to their communities. The Agency on Aging oversees three programs that seniors aged 55 and older can be part of: the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, the Senior Companion Program and the Foster Grandparent Program. |
| State Health Insurance Assistance Program | (800) 994-9422 | SHIP offers free and confidential advice on Medicare-related options. Counselors can assist seniors in navigating the complex list of insurance choices. Topics covered include Medicare enrollment, plan comparisons and financial aid programs. |
| New Haven Legal Assistance Association | (203) 946-4811 | Low-income seniors can contact this nonprofit agency for free legal advice and representation on a variety of topics. Lawyers and paralegals can assist in civil matters, such as family law, public benefits and guardianship. |
| Connecticut Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 388-1888 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program exists to protect the rights and well-being of assisted living residents. Seniors and their family members can report complaints that are then investigated by program representatives. Volunteers can act as mediators between residents and their facilities. |
| Connecticut State Department of Veterans Affairs | (860) 616-3562 | This department serves seniors who were part of the country’s Armed Forces. Older adults can find out what state and federal programs they’re eligible for and get help claiming benefits. |
The Connecticut Department of Public Health sets the regulations that managed residential communities, such as assisted living facilities, must abide by. Learn more about these state laws on our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
