Best Assisted Living in Waterbury, Connecticut
6 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 6 assisted living communities in Waterbury. Families rate them 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 306 public reviews.
- 6communities
- 3.8average rating, 5 rated
- 306family reviews read
Emerest Home Care of Connecticut - Adult Family Living (AFL)
Waterbury, Connecticut
4.9(223)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Village at East Farms
Waterbury, Connecticut
4.5(59)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Carriage Manor LLC
Waterbury, Connecticut
5(1)
Assisted Living
Village Green of Waterbury
Waterbury, Connecticut
3.6(7)
Assisted Living
Independent Living Solutions, LLC
Waterbury, Connecticut
3.4(5)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Waterbury Gardens RCH
Waterbury, Connecticut
2.4(11)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated assisted living in Waterbury
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Emerest Home Care of Connecticut - Adult Family Living (AFL)
4.9 (223 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This is a Medicaid-funded Adult Family Living program in which family members or friends are trained and compensated by Emerest to provide in-home care for a loved one in Waterbury and surrounding towns. Reviewers, who…
- 2
4.5 (59 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise The Village at East Farms for its warm, attentive staff and for how well residents adjust and thrive, both in independent/assisted living and in the memory care unit known as The Harbor.…
- 3
3.6 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living
Village Green of Waterbury is a small assisted living community with a mixed but generally positive reputation among the few families who have reviewed it online. Reviewers highlight warm, supportive staff and good food,…
- 4
Independent Living Solutions, LLC
3.4 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
There isn't enough review content available to describe what families specifically appreciate or dislike about Independent Living Solutions, LLC. The community shows a 3.4 out of 5 rating from a small number of Google…
- 5
2.4 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews of Waterbury Gardens RCH are sharply divided, with a few families praising attentive care and a freshly renovated facility, while several others describe serious safety and care failures. The community has a low…
What families say about assisted living in Waterbury
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Waterbury communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 67%
- Food and dining 67%
- Activities and social life 33%
- Building and grounds 33%
- Cleanliness 17%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 67%
- Cost and billing 50%
- Staff attitude 33%
- Building and upkeep 33%
“Emerest has been amazing to me and my family. When mom needed my help at home I was unable to keep a full time job, that’s when I found out that Emerest can help pay me for caring for mom. You guys are awesome!”
“One of our family members has been living at the assisted living portion of The Village at East Farms and she is very happy there. The facility is immaculate and bright. The staff is great, especially Liz who is always there when needed! So far we are all very happy with our choice of this facility!”
Assisted Living in Waterbury: the figures
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (5), emergency call system (5), wheelchair accessible (4), gathering / activity spaces (4), medication management (4), housekeeping (4).
Assisted Living near Waterbury
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire6.7 mi | 10 | 4.1 / 5 | 6.7 mi |
| Bristol10.1 mi | 18 | 4.3 / 5 | 10.1 mi |
| Plainville11.1 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 11.1 mi |
| Meriden11.3 mi | 19 | 3.9 / 5 | 11.3 mi |
| Southbury12 mi | 13 | 4.4 / 5 | 12 mi |
| Wallingford12.3 mi | 8 | 4 / 5 | 12.3 mi |
| Hamden13.7 mi | 31 | 4.3 / 5 | 13.7 mi |
| New Britain14.3 mi | 18 | 4.1 / 5 | 14.3 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on November 7, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Waterbury, 306 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Waterbury ask about.
- Home Care in Connecticut: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Can a Senior Move From Assisted Living to Memory Care? What Families Should Know
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
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Assisted Living in Waterbury: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Waterbury, Connecticut?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 assisted living communities in Waterbury, Connecticut, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Waterbury are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Emerest Home Care of Connecticut - Adult Family Living (AFL) (4.9★, 223 ratings), The Village at East Farms (4.5★, 59 ratings), Village Green of Waterbury (3.6★, 7 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Waterbury?
Beyond assisted living, Waterbury has independent living (2 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities), at-home care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Waterbury?
Families rate Waterbury assisted living communities 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 306 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Waterbury assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Waterbury communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 67%), food and dining (mentioned for 67%), activities and social life (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are communication with families (67%), cost and billing (50%), staff attitude (33%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Waterbury bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
