Overview
Featuring a unique blend of historic charm and forward-thinking character, Farmington stands out as one of Connecticut’s most desirable places to live. Just ten minutes from Hartford, the town offers the beauty of rural New England alongside the conveniences of suburban life. Here, you’ll find Riverbend at Farmington—a senior living community where residents continue writing their life stories each and every day.
Our residents arrive with rich histories, passions, and experiences. At Riverbend at Farmington, we provide an environment where those stories can continue to unfold with energy, purpose, and connection. While we take care of the housekeeping and landscaping, your days are free to enjoy what inspires you—perfecting your swing in the golf simulator, stretching into a morning yoga class, or stopping by the salon for a fresh look or relaxing massage. At lunchtime, our chefs prepare seasonal dishes from scratch, offering menus that are both nourishing and delicious. Spend the afternoon enjoying a favorite film in the theater, then gather with friends in the pub for conversation and happy hour. However you choose to spend your day, inspiration is always close at hand.
The care team at Riverbend at Farmington is here to support you with personalized services, including concierge support, assistance with activities of daily living, and transportation for appointments and outings. Behind the scenes, our team takes pride in creating beautiful spaces, preparing nutritionally balanced meals that rival restaurant fare, and listening closely to the ideas and preferences of our residents. While our services and amenities are outlined below, we are always evolving—continuously finding new ways to enrich daily life and strengthen the connections that make our community feel like home.
Room Types
- 1-Bedroom Apartments
- 2-Bedroom Apartments
- Studios
Amenities
- Activities Offsite
- Activities Onsite
- Air Conditioning
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Bar / Pub
- Barber Shop
- Beautician
- Beauty Salon
- Billiards Lounge
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Café or Bistro
- Cats Allowed
- Complimentary Transportation
- Conference Room
- Convenient to Public Transit
- Deck
- Designed Specifically to Accommodate Memory Loss
- Devotional Services Offsite
- Dogs Allowed
- Emergency Alert System
- Enclosed Courtyard
- Fitness Center
- Foreign Language: English
- Full Kitchen
- Game Room
- Garden Area
- Gluten-Free
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Hardwood Floors
- Housekeeping
- Indoor Common Areas
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Library
- Low / No Sodium
- Mail Room
- Meals Provided
- Meeting Room
- Movie / Theater Room
- No Sugar
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Outdoor Patio
- Outdoor Walking Paths
- Pet Friendly
- Pet Weight Limit: 51-74lbs
- Piano or Organ
- Private Bath
- Private Dining Room
- Professional Chef
- Raised Garden Beds
- Resident Parking Available
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Room Service
- Safety Rails In Bathroom
- Secured Community
- Security System
- Theatre
- Uncovered Parking
- Vegan
- Washer / Dryer Hookup
- Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet
Services
- 24/7 Availability of Healthcare Professionals
- Ancillary Services
- Bathing & Showering Assistance
- Diabetic Care
Care
Respite
Respite
Supervised Independent Living
Supervised Independent Living
Assisted Living
A living option for seniors or individuals who require assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, or medication management while maintaining a level of independence. Assisted living facilities offer personalized care plans and social activities that promote quality of life for their residents.
Independent Living
Designed to help older adults who want to maintain an active and independent lifestyle, these communities offer services and amenities that cater to residents’ needs, while encouraging a sense of community and freedom from the responsibilities of owning a home.
Memory Care
Memory care communities offer specialized care and support for individuals dealing with memory-related conditions, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. These facilities are equipped with trained staff and offer engaging activities designed to promote well-being while ensuring a safe living environment.
Personal Care
Personal care involves assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and mobility support to help maintain independence and enhance day-to-day life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Qualifications
ASHA Verified Member
Neighborhood
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Riverbend at Farmington Reviews
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Monika Rose
4 months ago
As a traveling hospice nurse, I have the opportunity to visit many assisted living facilities and this one truly stands out above the rest. The environment is exceptional: modern, spacious, and impeccably clean. From the moment you walk in, you notice how fresh and well-maintained the space is, which speaks volumes about the level of care and attention to detail. What makes this facility even more impressive is the staff. Every team member I’ve encountered has been friendly, compassionate, and incredibly accommodating, not just to residents, but to visiting healthcare providers as well. It’s rare to find a facility that excels in both environment and culture, but this one does just that. Without hesitation, I can say this is a place I would feel confident recommending to families and even consider for myself in the future.
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susanne flater
6 months ago
A friend and I recently visited Riverbend. What a lovely facility! It is spacious, clean, and colorfully decorated. We had a delicious lunch in the dining room. The outside patio is large and a beautiful space for outdoor dining. All of the public spaces are very attractive. The apartments are quite nice with large windows and full kitchens. Each apartment has its own washing machine and dryer. There are also many activities for the residents. All of the staff that we met were warm and friendly. We were favorably impressed with Riverbend.
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Theresa Campanelli
2 months ago
Mom is safe! What a relief that she has a safe, bright, comfortable place to call home. The personalized care at Avita is comforting to both mom and family. They have activities and schedules that help Mom navigate her life with dementia. I especially love the caring staff and that the doctors come to Riverbend.
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Doug Rentz
4 months ago
My parents moved into Riverbend in January, we chose it after touring several facilities in the area and just kept coming back to this one as the top choice. What a beautiful building, common areas and apartments are 5-star, and most importantly the staff is excellent. Communication with both administrators and nursing staff has been excellent, and I know they are in good hands 24/7. It's an active place where everyone can find their place and activities. We have another family member at a sister Northbridge facility in MA, and couldn't be more pleased with the way this company runs the ship!
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