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Senior living in Chester, CT

3 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
3
in Chester
Licensed capacity
83
2 of 3 report it
Adults 65+
1,027
Census estimate for Chester
Within 25 miles
213
of the center of Chester
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Chester Elderly Housing

Tax-credit property· HUD LIHTC database
222 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT 06412
Units23
0.7 mi from city center
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Nearby

Senior living communities near Chester

Counting neighboring towns, there are 213 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Chester, 210 more than in Chester itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Chester

See all 213 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Senior living in Chester at a glance

Chester has 3 senior living communities in our directory, drawn from public records.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents2
  • More than 60 residents0
1 senior living community did not report a size. Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in Connecticut

In Connecticut, the CT Department of Public Health / Department of Consumer Protection licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the senior living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the CT Department of Public Health / Department of Consumer Protection about a licensed community, or the Connecticut long-term care ombudsman at (860) 424-52392.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in Connecticut

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Connecticut Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Connecticut Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Connecticut State Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (860-616-2562).7
Medicare counseling
Connecticut’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-994-9422.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Chester

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Middlesex County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Middlesex County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Connecticut Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program2

    (860) 424-5239

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

    Website

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Connecticut Protective Services for the Elderly

    888-385-4225

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Connecticut’s Program for Health Insurance Assistance, Outreach, Information and Referral, Counseling, Eligibility Screening (CHOICES)8

    1-800-994-9422

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Connecticut State Department of Veterans Affairs7

    860-616-2562

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Connecticut Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Connecticut.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Chester

How many senior living communities are in Chester, CT?

WeFoundCare lists 3 senior living communities in Chester, CT, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Chester there are 213.

How many residents can senior living communities in Chester serve?

2 of the 3 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 83 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 1,027 adults age 65 and older live in Chester.

Who licenses senior living in Connecticut?

The CT Department of Public Health / Department of Consumer Protection licenses senior living in Connecticut. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Chester?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Middlesex County, call (860) 424-5239. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Connecticut Adult Protective Services at 888-385-4225.

Are there senior living communities near Chester?

Nearby cities with listings include Deep River (1, 2.3 mi), Haddam (3, 4.2 mi), Centerbrook (1, 5.3 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Chester

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Chester (county subdivision). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 2 of 3 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Chester (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. CT Department of Public Health / Department of Consumer Protection. data.ct.gov/d/it4j-andf Accessed .
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.