Home Care vs Assisted Living in Connecticut
Understanding your options is the first step to making the right choice for your family.
Home Care
Professional caregivers provide assistance in your parent's home. Care can range from a few hours per week to around-the-clock support.
Pros
Considerations
CT Cost Range: $30–$45/hour · $3,000–$15,000/month highly variable depending on hours
Assisted Living
Residential communities offering meals, activities, housekeeping, and personal care assistance in a supervised setting.
Pros
Considerations
CT Cost Range: $4,500–$10,000+/month average
How to Decide
Consider home care if: Your parent wants to stay home, has a safe living environment, may need part-time assistance, and has family nearby for additional support.
Consider assisted living if: Your parent likely needs daily support with multiple activities, would benefit from social engagement, or has safety concerns that may make living alone risky.
Not sure? Our free assessment can help you understand which path may make the most sense based on your parent's unique situation.