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While it may be well-known as the home to Yale University, New Haven also has plenty to offer the almost 14,000 seniors who call it home. There are approximately 318 doctors for every 100,000 residents, which is around 50% more than the U.S. average. New Haven experiences all four seasons, including a vibrant autumn, and seniors who have health conditions that are exacerbated by hot weather will appreciate that even in July, high temperatures only reach the low 80s.
Seniors in New Haven can choose from 16 assisted living facilities, including five located within the city limits and 11 in the surrounding area. The average cost of assisted living in New Haven is $6,445 per month, but each community sets its own pricing based on the features and services offered.
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The cost of assisted living in New Haven is $6,445 per month, which is just $145 more than the statewide median of $6,300. However, the local cost is $2,145 above the national average of $4,300. Costs are much lower in surrounding states. Massachusetts is the closest at $6,085 per month. Seniors in both Rhode Island ($4,950) and New York ($4,800) pay considerably less than their peers in New Haven.
New Haven’s assisted living costs are the second-highest in the state, coming in behind only Bridgeport ($7,838). Monthly costs in Hartford ($5,753) and Norwich ($5,700) are about $700-$750 cheaper, which can offer significant savings for seniors who are on fixed incomes. Cities across the border in New York also have lower rates, including New York City ($5,991) and Poughkeepsie ($5,154).
New Haven seniors may be able to get help paying for assisted living costs through the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE). This program provides financial assistance to seniors in the community who are at risk of nursing home placement, and it covers various services received in an assisted living setting.
Learn more about the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders, including the eligibility requirements and coverage guidelines, on our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut | (203) 785-8533 | The Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut is one of the largest resources for New Haven seniors. This agency provides care planning services, health and wellness programs, financial counseling, Medicare information and counseling, transportation and legal services. The agency also has several volunteer programs where seniors can provide assistance or be on the receiving end of the arrangement. |
| New Haven Vet Center | (203) 795-0148 | The New Haven Vet Center operates under the umbrella of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and can provide veterans and their family members with a variety of services. Veterans can get counseling and referral services for PTSD and other mental health issues, and the center also helps connect them with health care and other community resources. |
| City of New Haven Elderly Services Division | (203) 946-8550 | The City of New Haven’s Elderly Services division helps residents who are at least 55 years old stay connected with the community. It operates three seniors centers in the area where New Haven residents can participate in group activities and classes, enjoy meals together or just chat with friends. |
| Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Greater New Haven | (203) 230-8994 | Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Greater New Haven is a volunteer agency that offers medical transportation and social visits to aid seniors in the community. This nonprofit organization also has a lending closet for durable medical equipment. Seniors in New Haven may be able to benefit from some of these services or assist the organization as volunteers. |
| New Haven Free Public Library | (203) 946-8130 | The New Haven Free Public Library is a resource for those in the community, including seniors. It offers many classes and activities for adults, including those centered on getting more familiar with technology. |
Assisted living communities in the New Haven area and Connecticut as a whole must abide by the state’s assisted living rules and regulations. These laws cover everything from safety standards to staffing requirements. To learn more, visit our Assisted Living in Connecticut page.
