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Brookdale Gables Farmington

20 Devonwood Drive, Farmington, CT 06032

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Child of resident/client

4.0 out of 5 stars

Brookdale Gables

Gables was very nice but my mom's condition got worse and she had to go to their Memory care facility called [community name removed] in [location removed]. Gables was very nice, rates were fair, food was very good , greater awesome.

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Brookdale Gables Farmington

Let your vision of retirement come to life with a little extra support, here at Brookdale Gables Farmington. When you’re here, you're considered family, and you're in caring hands. As an independent and assisted living community, Brookdale Gables Farmington is all about making sure your needs are met and prioritized. To help you live easier, assistance with meals, housekeeping, transportation, and home maintenance are provided each day. If you require additional care, now or in the future, the team can also assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, medication management, and other activities of daily living. As an added bonus, the community includes multiple layers of security. Staff is available 24 hours a day to be alerted to emergency situations, and an emergency alert system is also in use. If you need assistance with other tasks or have any questions, be sure to connect with the helpful on-site concierge service. Residents here can also look forward to the convenience of a beauty and barber shop, general store, postal service, and bank, without having to leave home!

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9 out of 10
Review Score67 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.2
Cleanliness
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
Care Services
4.4
Staff
4.3
Meals & Dining
3.8
Activities
4.3
Value for Cost
4.2

A Place for Mom has scored Brookdale Gables Farmington with 9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Brookdale Gables Farmington has 67 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.

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Anonymous

Independent Living

Family/friend

August 26, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
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Brookdale Gables

Gables was very nice but my mom's condition got worse and she had to go to their Memory care facility called [community name removed] in [location removed]. Gables was very nice, rates were fair, food was very good , greater awesome.

Lori

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 24, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

"Feels like Home"

It feels like home they're very welcoming. They keep in constant contact with you. They're just amazing people all around very caring.

Lynne B

Independent Living

Family/friend

August 27, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Smooth transition

Moving my mom over to Brookdale was a very smooth transition. The communication with staff was excellent and they made my mom feel very welcomed. We asked for a couple of things to be done in the apartment before move in and they followed through with our requests. My mom is enjoying the meals and getting to know the other residents. The staff at the front desk is always pleasant and helpful if we have questions. This time can be very stressful for both family and resident but we were made to feel very welcomed and cared for.. A+ Brookdale, Farmington.

Michele

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 19, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Recommended

My loved one is currently a resident at Brookdale Gables Farmington. The experience continues to be phenomenal. All of her needs are met with the utmost of care and professionalism. I would recommend Brookdale Gables Farmington to others.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 19, 2024

4.0 out of 5 stars
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Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Review for Brookdale Gables Farmington

They have a nice location, it is a bigger more active community. Care has been good, wish they offer a bit more of a personal touch, encourage my dad a bit more to do things and offer events that include the families. But my dad likes to keep to himself so....Overall we r happy with this community.

Jim

Independent Living

Resident/client

February 28, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

friendly facility, feels like family, beautiful grounds

The best feature is the friendliness of both residents and staff. It is really like a family! The setting of the facility is without parallel! The lake and the grounds. The facility itself is older, so there are occasional breakdowns, but the staff are most accommodating.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 29, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

A safe and fulfilled dwelling for our loved ones through the transitions of life.

Prior experience while it was known as The Gables where my mother was a resident.Other high points include but not limited to...Exploratory interview was professional, accommodating and informational specific.The facility grounds and internal space is lovely and inviting while offering programs, great meals and pleasant residents.Maintenace kitchen and cleaning team are super, prompt and professional.Medical team (nurses and aides) are available as needed. Staff and resident affords both inclusiveness and discretion as it pertains to engagement and resident privacy.A wonderful and success ful program and living facility for my mother, friend and aunt.I should note that my initial and subsequent meeting with you was wonderful, gave hope for a safe and productive environment for my friend.

Ron B

Independent Living

Family/friend

January 14, 2024

2.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
3.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
2.0
Care Services
2.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
2.0
Meals & Dining
1.0

Disappoinred

Most disappointed having e oriented a year or more of Brookdale living vs sales and marketing statements . Staff turn over is exhaustive , which is causing extreme fluctuations in services delivered. The food is horrible , statements made seem to evolve over time , if ever true . Lots of billing errors as sales / administration don’t coordinate contracts with financial area . Recent erroneous monies drawn from resident’s account have yet to be reimbursed since [date removed]. Advised it’ll take 30 days and now in day 33 awaiting the return of over $[removed]. Suggest you eat there before signing and don’t allow access to your bank account for payment .

Sb

Assisted Living

Resident/client

June 27, 2023

1.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
2.0
Friendliness
2.0
Value for Cost
1.0
Care Services
1.0
Activities
2.0
Staff
2.0
Meals & Dining
2.0

When someone deteriorates they shake down the family and push them out

2019 we found this place & it was run by a different ED, maybe that's it, IDK. My mother was invited to be in independent living then, an ok apartment, good enough, nothing fancy, some activities, pretty environment. Back then, we asked about her mild cognitive impairment & how we might move forward through care levels as needed. We were promised that my mother wouldn't have to move, could "age in place," & that supports could be provided at an affordable rate as her needs increased. Now, not sure why really, but we are being shaken down by the new ED who sent us an email at 8pm last night saying my mother must leave or they will call protective services on us if we do not take her out or add a costly (? how much ?) 24x7 caregiver from their preapproved list by noon today. My mother has never eloped, is not a wandering risk, has no toileting/bathing needs. So much more about this facility/mgt that has been a problem in the past year or 2 not enough space in this review-do not go there!

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 15, 2023

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
3.0
Value for Cost
3.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Review for Brookdale Gables Farmington

I felt this community had a good active social senior community that would keep my loved one busy and stimulated. I also felt having a full kitchen would make them feel independent even though they have used it once and has no intention of using it again. But the building is big and can be over overwhelming.

Sherry Lockhart

Independent Living

Family/friend

April 28, 2023

1.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
2.0
Friendliness
1.0
Value for Cost
1.0

Beware of Brookdale Properties!!!

No cap on monthly increases. We know someone who got a 13% increase and then you need a 30 day notice if you want to leave. Contract contradictory, management will give you a verbal agreement and then renege. Contract is drafted to confuse those not familiar with binding contracts. Avoid any Brookdale.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Family/friend

April 26, 2023

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Good value

Brookdale Gables Farmington is a very dated facility and mediocre "bells & whistles" compared to some other local options. But good value for the square footage in the apartment. It is in a beautiful, quiet setting off of the main road. Convenient to stores, etc.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Resident/client

April 18, 2023

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Lovely home for Senior Living, with the potential to become the best

The staff are very friendly, but stressed because they often seem to be running understaffed. Of everything, housekeeping is the worst. The bare minimum is done. For example, dusting is not done, and vacuuming only the middle of the living room and bedroom are done and they never move chairs and vacuum under. Part of housekeeping is to wash and change the sheets and do personal laundry weekly. Overall, they do a good job. I am considered an Assisted Living resident, so not sure what is happening with Independent Living residents. They allow pets here and are really wonderful toward my pup. Communication is very good with the family as they are immediately notified when there is a fall or concern. The meals are good in general, but breakfast and lunch provide the same choices, and it gets old. More healthy choices need to be offered, like whole grain breads and yogurt with fruit. In general, dinner is quite good and they are accommodating to residents' requests when possible. The dining room over looking the water, and the 400 acres with wide paved paths around the large picturesque pond is beautiful, and makes a big difference in the feel of the place. They put out tables with umbrellas on a patio overlooking the water in nice weather. The geese and ducks provide entertainment. I would recommend Brookdale Gables since I toured other facilities, and with no where to walk or feel peaceful, they cannot offer what Brookdale Gables does. I believe with residents being encouraged to find their voice, positive change can happen.

Michele

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 26, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

This a place for your loved

They are awesome. They do a nice job with the activites. We are very happy with, the value for the money. It's been great. The caregivers are amazing. I would reccomend to other families.

Robert D

Assisted Living

Resident/client

December 30, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Great Place to Live

Brookdale has been a "great" place for my wife and myself over these past two years. I even recommend a couple I have known for over 50 years and they in turn also recommend friends of their own.

Robert M

Assisted Living

Toured community

October 13, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Our expectations were all a 5,but my brother died. Before we could move him to the community so we have no real experience.

anonymous

Independent Living

Toured community

September 7, 2022

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Tour experience

From the feedback that I got from my brother and mother, they said that Brookdale Gables Farmington just did not have that warm and friendly vibe that they were looking for. My mom did not feel as comfortable here as another we were looking at.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

August 29, 2022

4.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Meets all our needs

We chose this place because it offers "age in place" living, has a full kitchen, goods sized rooms, and great food. When we got here we found all of this and excellent, caring staff as well.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Resident/client

August 29, 2022

4.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
2.0

When I first came here 3 years ago, I would have rated everything a 5. It was great! Since the pandemic & vaccinating, the dining room has gone down hill continuously. The food is not heart healthy. A lot of training is needed for all staff especially the dining room and all around.

Olga

Assisted Living

Resident/client

August 29, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

A view from the Inside

The senior community would benefit from a visible presence of various directors aside from formal gatherings Way to assertive. New residents are seated at dinner-meal time. Often they are at a booth. Finally A/C jerking increased numbers of able residents not turn over.

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