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Retirement Living in Branford, North Branford and Guilford - Connecticut
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The towns are 15 and 20 minutes from Yale University and the city of New Haven. Both Branford and Guilford feature seaside community living and activities. Both have charming, unique shops and restaurants as well as hiking and biking trails plus historic museum homes dating from the 1600's. Both towns offer water tours of their off shore locals. North Branford is a rural community, dotted with farms. One of the farms, which does both retail and wholesale business was awarded best in New England.
Includes Cities/Towns: Branford, Guilford.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
Yale New Haven Hospital proper is located in New Haven. Their 24/7/365 state of the art emergency medical facility is located in Guilford. Many of the medical groups in the area are either associated with or owned by Yale.
Climate
Monthly Temperatures / Rain / Snow
Month
Low
Avg
High
Rain
Snow
Jan
16.9
F°
25.9
F°
34.9
F°
4.6
"
9.0
"
Feb
18.4
F°
27.8
F°
37.1
F°
3.2
"
8.4
"
Mar
27.5
F°
37.0
F°
46.4
F°
4.7
"
5.3
"
Apr
36.8
F°
47.0
F°
57.3
F°
4.6
"
0.9
"
May
47.0
F°
57.5
F°
68.0
F°
4.7
"
0.0
"
Jun
56.3
F°
66.8
F°
77.3
F°
4.4
"
0.0
"
Jul
62.1
F°
72.5
F°
82.8
F°
4.3
"
0.0
"
Aug
60.5
F°
70.5
F°
80.5
F°
4.5
"
0.0
"
Sep
52.3
F°
62.5
F°
72.7
F°
4.7
"
0.0
"
Oct
40.7
F°
51.4
F°
62.0
F°
4.5
"
0.0
"
Nov
31.6
F°
41.0
F°
50.3
F°
4.5
"
1.0
"
Dec
22.7
F°
31.1
F°
39.4
F°
4.0
"
6.1
"
Typical 4 season New England environment.
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Hurricanes
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Branford, North Branford and Guilford, CT
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Senior Assistance in
Branford, North Branford and Guilford, CT
Branford, North Branford and Guilford, Connecticut offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
Job or Volunteer Opportunities
The towns have community kitchens, food banks, animal shelters, etc.
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