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Benchmark Senior Living sets the standard for senior living throughout the Northeast. Explore among 68 Benchmark Senior Living locations offering independent living, assisted living, mind and memory care, and respite care, as well as 2,073 reviews and an average review rating of 4.2 out of 5. Benchmark Senior Living’s mission is to provide world-class amenities in a homelike environment, offer wellness support through innovative programming, and deliver personalized compassionate care services to residents. Serving as a leader in senior living throughout New England, Benchmark Senior Living seeks to transform lives through human connection and create meaningful moments that tie and bind people together.
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Arbors of Bedford
70 Hawthorne Drive, Bedford, NH 03110
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
76 reviews
Caring and responsive care givers. Great communication with family members. Excellent variety of activities. Responsive to family feedback. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this...
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Provides: Memory Care
The Arbors of Bedford is a dedicated memory care assisted living residence. Unlike other senior living communities, we are exclusively dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of memory impairment.We offer an innovative and award-winning memory care program, Live...
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Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings
640 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
77 reviews
The staff was very kind. My mother passed away before my father and they were very supportive of my dad after mom's death. They had an any amazing way of checking on him without seeming intrusive. It's a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Residents of Ridgefield Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided for by a caring...
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The Village at East Farms
180 Scott Road, Waterbury, CT 06705
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
38 reviews
I would tell them to be aware that anything extra has a price. For a nurse to administer meds it costs extra. To have your meal in your room instead of the dining room it costs extra, that was some of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Village at East Farms is a cozy country estate situated on a picturesque, 34-acre wooded hilltop. An authentic covered bridge, lavish gardens, and rolling panoramas provide the staging for a nine-hole putting green. At East Farms you will find private walking paths and gazebos that grace...
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Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings
126 Smith Street, Waltham, MA 02451
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
35 reviews
The dementia unit staff were highly skilled and kind. The facility included an outdoor garden that was open most of the time that my aunt loved. It means so much to me that during the last four months of her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Waltham Crossings is a comfortable and casual senior living community, with easy access to the surrounding Metrowest area. Residents of Waltham Crossings enjoy chatting with friends in the fireplaced living room, barbecuing among the gardens, or joining in on a game of cards in the Cape Cod room....
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Ashland Farm at North Andover
700 Chickering Road, North Andover, MA 01845
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
34 reviews
The main reason we chose Ashland Farm at North Andover was because of the brightness of the rooms: other places had dark hallways and low natural light - Ashland farms is bright and welcoming. The staff are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Ashland Farm is the premier assisted living community in the Merrimack Valley offering traditional assisted living as well as the Harbor Program for the memory impaired. Ashland Farm provides residents with personalized service plans tailored to meet their unique needs. If you need help with...
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Benchmark Senior Living at Plymouth Crossings
157 South Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
30 reviews
We chose Benchmark because of the staff kindness and understanding of his needs. They always encourage him to join in activities and make him feel like a person instead of a patient. My brother is on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Plymouth Crossings is a lively suburban hideaway, convenient to shops and amenities, and just minutes from historic, artistic, cultural and retail centers. Our community is a place people love to call home whether their favorite activity is catching up with friends, watching a performance or...
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Whisper Woods of Smithtown
71 St. Johnland Rd, Smithtown, NY 11787
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
23 reviews
The staff is very professional and effective. My mother has had a very difficult adjustment and her dementia deteriorated rapidly and the organization responded quickly and effectively reflecting their...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Atrium At Drum Hill
2 Technology Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01863
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
32 reviews
The staff are wonderful. They make constant contact with each resident. Lots of smiles a small touches. The facility has lots of light and a lovely enclosed area for walking outside or sitting. Our friend...
Provides: Memory Care
The Atrium at Drum Hill is an assisted living residence designed exclusively to serving the needs of individuals with memory loss. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling.Each detail of our unique, single story residence...
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The Branches of North Attleboro
40 Robert F. Toner Blvd, North Attleborough, MA 02763
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
18 reviews
The Branches of North Attleboro gives peace of mind for me and based on the experience so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill
4 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, MA 02038
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
41 reviews
Benchmark is a wonderful place. The staff really look out for the residents. They care a lot and provide wonderful activities and lots of fun. It's like a big family.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill is Franklin's first senior living community. Located on Forge Hill Road less than a mile from routes 140 and 495, Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill is a state of the art community that offers a full complement of amenities and supportive services designed...
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Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden
35 Hamden Hills Drive, Hamden, CT 06518
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
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3 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
42 reviews
The facility is clean, food is good and the health care workers are great. They help getting my mother to meals and activities.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Maple Woods at Hamden is located south of Sleeping Giant State Park on a hilltop overlooking the town center of Hamden, CT. This community boasts skyline views of New Haven and picturesque views of Long Island Sound. We are convenient to shops, cultural, and business attractions. Our superb...
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Benchmark at Bedford Falls
5 Corporate Drive, Bedford, NH 03110
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
50 reviews
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Bedford Falls is a welcoming assisted living community located in Bedford, New Hampshire of Hillsborough County. Our beautifully landscaped community allows residents to feel right at home while enjoying the cozy gazebo or relaxing on the patio with fellow residents and friends. Home of the...
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Benchmark at Hanover
1143 Washington St, Hanover, MA 02339
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
Review Score
7 reviews
We like that the staff who do the activities are excellent. The food could be better/more consistent and healthier choices according to my mom.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
1160 Main Street, Leominster, MA 01453
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
34 reviews
My mother was only there for about 7 weeks and then she passed. It was a wonderful place and they were very good to her. We had friends and family going in at all different times and the staff was always...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Residents of Leominster Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- Hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided by a caring...
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Benchmark at Rye
295 Lafayette Rd, Rye, NH 03870
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
Review Score
48 reviews
We have found the staff to be extremely kind and supportive of their residents. We picked this community because of the location and it was most convenient to my brothers home and work.
Provides: Memory Care
Benchmark at Rye ~ only one mile from the ocean, is the Seacoast’s only community devoted exclusively to memory care. Residents live their lives here with dignity in a secure and peaceful setting where they can connect to the people, passions and things that matter most to them.Coastal...
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The Village at South Farms
645 Saybrook Road, Middletown, CT 06457
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
41 reviews
I chose this community based on ratings, feedback from people in the business, and meeting the staff. My mother is in the memory care unit. The only negative I would say is that all of her toiletries are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
The Village at South Farms is a cozy 'country estate' with a panoramic valley view that our residents enjoy from the southern-style veranda overlooking its expansive lawns. Lavish gardens surround the community and provide the setting for shaded outdoor seating and walking areas. A terrace off...
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The Branches of Marlboro
421 Bolton Street, Marlboro, MA 01752
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
38 reviews
It was a little more pricey than other places, but I would recommend. The staff is amazing. They accepted her quickly. She was hospitalized for a long time priori. It was also very nice and they people were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Greystone Farm at Salem
242 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
52 reviews
Everyone is amazing, patient and caring. That he is comfortable and able to remain there without another transition. What stuck out about this facility initially was the full nursing and medical staffing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Surrounded by natural woodlands, Greystone Farm at Salem evokes the serenity of a bygone era. In the country kitchen sits a beautifully restored antique loom, brought here by its original owner, fully restored and now a reminder of a simpler time. Thoughtfully designed apartments and amenities...
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Carriage Green at Milford
77 Plains Road, Milford, CT 06461
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
33 reviews
I would recommend to anyone seeking care for a loved one for respite , assisted living, and/or memory care. Carriage Green is a good setting for my mom. The staff and facilities meet her needs and she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Carriage Green at Milford is nestled in a residential neighborhood in the quaint New England town of Milford, CT. Our superb location complements the quality of life found within our community, where residents enjoy a wonderful quality of life and carefree lifestyle that is secure and...
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Academy Point at Mystic
20 Academy Ln, Mystic, CT 06355
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
36 reviews
Mindset is important and I can't predict that. So be open minded and pay attention to the presentation. I left in [date removed] when [name removed] moved to the Alzheimer's ward. She died [date removed]....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Overlooking downtown Mystic Connecticut, Academy Point is a thoughtful, historic renovation of the former Mystic Academy. Much of the original building has been preserved to offer an environment rich in local history and fond memories. As an assisted living community, Academy point provides its...
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River Ridge at Avon
101 Bickford Extension, Avon, CT 06001
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
53 reviews
Very impressed with the cleanliness. I just checked with my sister and her number one thing that has made it a great experience is that "the staff is kind". I can't put my finger on it but it's just the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We are conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the...
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Tatnuck Park At Worcester
340 May Street, Worcester, MA 01602
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
27 reviews
I like it. It is expensive, but worth it if you have the money. It is assisted living and NOT nursing -- so good if the senior is still healthy and active, but could be bad if the senior has a lot of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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The Village At Willow Crossings
25 Cobb Street, Mansfield, MA 02048
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
42 reviews
My mom went into Willow Crossings in July. Everyone that works there from the Director and everyone who works under her direction have been welcoming to my mom and to us from the start. If my mom can’t be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
The Village at Willow Crossings is an active Senior community situated on a 20-acre woodland campus in the heart of Mansfield, MA. Manicured gardens grace the winding drives that travel through the picturesque campus, accented by the white picket fences of the charming cottage neighborhood. The...
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Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook
10 Devon Drive, Acton, MA 01720
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8 Photos available
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6 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
19 reviews
Nice place, great people. The only downside to the place is the individual hvacs are old, and need replacement parts that apparently are very hard to get. So the heat is always on.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook in Acton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and...
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Evans Park At Newton Corner
430 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
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3 Floor plans available
9.2
Review Score
50 reviews
I made the right decision coming to live at Evan Park, the staff is caring. The food is delicious the activities is wonderful. I highly recommend this place to your loved ones.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Evans Park at Newton Corner in Newton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and from doctor’s...
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8.9
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A Place for Mom has scored Benchmark Senior Living with 8.9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 360 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Benchmark Senior Living has 2,072 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.
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5.0
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Memory Care
December 28, 2012
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I really like this facility.
I really like this facility.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
The Village at South Farms in Middletown, CT
4.4
(41 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 28, 2012
Verified Review
Possible best fit
Possible best fit
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
The Village at Brookfield Common in Brookfield, CT
4.2
(40 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 27, 2012
Verified Review
Visited I liked the facility very muc...
Visited I liked the facility very much. It would be a good place for mom. Further negociating with my family is required. I liked the fact that they have in house MD care.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
The Village at Kensington Place in Meriden, CT
4.2
(42 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 27, 2012
Verified Review
LOved it, but pretty expensive
LOved it, but pretty expensive
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Greystone Farm at Salem in Salem, NH
4.1
(52 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 27, 2012
Verified Review
Like, need to get more details about ...
Like, need to get more details about cost. Maybe over our limit. Like their program
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Greystone Farm at Salem in Salem, NH
4.1
(52 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 26, 2012
Verified Review
met with director, she was awesome, a...
met with director, she was awesome, and the place is wonderful and just what we're looking for.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
The Village At Willow Crossings in Mansfield, MA
4.3
(42 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 26, 2012
Verified Review
Cozy, caring, ice cream cafe, cocktai...
Cozy, caring, ice cream cafe, cocktail room, lobby like a living room with fire place, low key activities, rooms have view of interior courtyard or outside, small apt. with brownish stained carpets, rooms open to a kitchette, large storage closet; can care for resident to the end of their lives; dr. available 1X wk. in the residents' apt.; podiatrist 1X month
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
River Ridge at Avon in Avon, CT
4.4
(53 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 26, 2012
Verified Review
It is a great place. I like the memo...
It is a great place. I like the memory care unit. staff was very helpful and informative.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Greenwich Farms at Warwick in Warwick, RI
4.4
(56 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 25, 2012
Verified Review
The director so friendly and a thorou...
The director so friendly and a thorough tour of the facility. These places think of everything! We should all be so lucky to spend our days here. Enjoyed the visit and very impressed.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
The Village at East Farms in Waterbury, CT
4.6
(38 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 25, 2012
Verified Review
Awesome place. Director is wonderful....
Awesome place. Director is wonderful. Have been twice.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Academy Point at Mystic in Mystic, CT
4.3
(36 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 25, 2012
Verified Review
My husband and I both loved it! We c...
My husband and I both loved it! We can see ourselves here some day. Very sunny and bright. Love all the little alcoves with chairs overlooking the patios and downtown. Love the country kitchen and dining areas. Really feels homey and friendly. I'm already planning how to decorate for mom :-)
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Crescent Point At Niantic in Niantic, CT
3.8
(35 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 25, 2012
Verified Review
Absolutely fell in love with this fac...
Absolutely fell in love with this facility and it's location, director was extremely compassionate and spent a lot of time with me and provided me with a wealth of information for which I am grateful.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
The Village at Kensington Place in Meriden, CT
4.2
(42 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 24, 2012
Verified Review
I hope I will be able to stay here or...
I hope I will be able to stay here or at a place like this when I am much older. I love everything about this place. I had great time on the tour.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
The Village at Mariners Point in East Haven, CT
4.2
(28 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 24, 2012
Verified Review
Very nice - lots of activity - friend...
Very nice - lots of activity - friendly - clean - compassionate. Rooms nice, good size. Health Center swim nearby or YMCA in Granby 10 miles away. As of right now, this is our top choice.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
River Ridge at Avon in Avon, CT
4.4
(53 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 24, 2012
Verified Review
I LOVED this place...The director was...
I LOVED this place...The director was so warm and welcoming as was everyone I met there..especially the residents!
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
MiddleBrook Farms at Trumbull in Trumbull, CT
4.5
(40 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 23, 2012
Verified Review
nice large courtyard.
nice large courtyard.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Putnam Farm at Danvers in Danvers, MA
4.5
(31 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 21, 2012
Verified Review
This was a lovely facility - clean an...
This was a lovely facility - clean and bright; residents were friendly and happy. This could be a nice place for Mom.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Bay Square at Yarmouth in Yarmouth, ME
4.4
(30 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 20, 2012
Verified Review
saw on the 19th- lovely and will defi...
saw on the 19th- lovely and will definitely bring her back to see
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Benchmark at Stamford in Stamford, CT
3.8
(29 reviews)
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 20, 2012
Verified Review
As a former Cleric, the manager is bo...
As a former Cleric, the manager is both compassionate and very kind; I'm sure his former flock misses his wisdom and guidance. I found him to be very concerned, helpful and resourceful.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 17, 2012
Verified Review
Director was so helpful and we liked ...
Director was so helpful and we liked the spaciousness of the apartments we were shown.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Benchmark at Haverhill Crossings in Haverhill, MA
2.9
(73 reviews)
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