Come as you are!
Amenities
From small intimate gathering areas with fireplaces to large spaces to host bigger groups, you'll sure to find your favorite places to spend time enjoying our community both inside and out.
Billiards Room
Grab your friends and rack 'em up, or practice your game solo in our game room. Our residents enjoy gathering for a friendly game of cards or a competitive game of pool.
Library
Our residents love our library. It’s the perfect cozy size to hunker down and read a few chapters. Or you can always grab a book and head to the fireplace or your apartment.
Fitness Center
We encourage all of our resident to meet their health and wellness goals. We offer complimentary on-site classes that our residents seem to really enjoy. And of course, you can always create your own routine and use the facilities at your leisure.
Workshop
From simple projects for those exploring a new pastime to more complex projects for those who've spent a lifetime in the "shop," we're certain you'll find the tools you need and camaraderie you'll enjoy in the workshop at The McAuley.
Gather & Connect
The McAuley offers the perfect mix of quiet time, kinship, and social activity. Choose to get active by looking at our upcoming activities and outings. Get involved with numerous opportunities to have your voice heard, or nurture your spirit through opportunities for worship and private reflection. At The McAuley, the choice is yours!
Get Active
Getting active doesn’t have to mean breaking a sweat! Join us around the piano for impromptu singalongs, enjoy musical performances, attend presentations and lectures, or try your luck at a game of cards. Our happy hour is the perfect time to just pull up a chair and enjoy quality time with friends.
Get Involved
Like to be a part of your community decision-making? We are a resident-focused community with resident-run council, menu planning and food advisory committee, as well as an activity planning committee. Represent your fellow residents and let your voices be heard.
Nurture Your Spirit
The McAuley serves residents from a variety of faith traditions. We also offer spiritual programs, worship services, Bible study, meditation space, and individual home visits from our chaplain upon request. If there is a religious practice or tradition that is important to you, it’s important to us.
Further Your Knowledge
Find unique opportunities to learn through partnerships with the University of Saint Joseph, located just steps away from The McAuley. Gain new tech skills or take the opportunity to grow your knowledge in a variety of areas.
Personal Health & Wellness
Onsite fitness classes help maintain and enhance upper and lower body strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and balance. In addition to finding new ways to maintain and improve your health, we're certain you'll find that our classes are a lot of fun!
Shuttle Service
If you love to drive, by all means, bring your car! Our residents enjoy outings to popular regional amenities. Our shuttle service is also available to assist you in getting to your prescheduled medical appointments. Regardless, if you want to go somewhere, talk with us about how best to get there.
“If you are looking for a wonderful independent living community for an older parent or friend, this is a great option. The McAuley campus is in a great location adjacent to the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford CT!”
- Elizabeth B.