Glastonbury Assisted Living

Glastonbury is located in Hartford County, Connecticut, very near the exact center of the state. It was founded in 1693 and was named after Glastonbury in Somerset, England. Located on the banks of the Connecticut River, Glastonbury is a fairly small town, with a population of 34,427 as of the 2010 census. Glastonbury is home to Meshomasic State Forest, one of the largest in the state, which provides plenty of opportunity for outdoor pursuits. The town hosts an annual Apple Festival, as well as the Under the Strawberry Moon Festival and various other historical events put on by Glastonbury’s historical society. For those who love art, there is the annual Glastonbury Art Walk that showcases local artists in the town center.

Organizations Serving Seniors in Glastonbury

Glastonbury is home to the Riverfront Community Center, which provides a host of social services, including senior services. They provide a Dial-a-Ride program to seniors who need assistance with transportation. For seniors with early stage dementia, the Friendship Circle Program is available; it meets three times a week and includes a variety of physical and mental exercises. There are also health and wellness, nutrition, games, expressive arts, and educational programs available to Glastonbury seniors at the Riverfront Community Center.

If you are searching for senior housing options in Glastonbury or nearby, see our list of assisted living communities.