Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden, located in Hamden, Connecticut, provides a variety of care options, including assisted living and specialized memory care services, designed to support individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. The community focuses on delivering personalized care tailored to the unique needs of each resident, ensuring a comfortable and engaging environment. The facility is known for maintaining a clean, modern atmosphere with a commitment to high-quality care and activities that enhance residents' quality of life.
Residents at Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden have access to various care and medical support services designed to promote well-being and independence. The community offers clubs and communities to foster social interaction among residents. Memory care services include measures to ensure safety and comfort, such as a secured community layout designed specifically to accommodate memory loss with an enclosed courtyard. Support for incontinence and ambulatory needs is available, providing assistance to help residents maintain dignity and mobility. Diabetes and medication management services are also provided, ensuring appropriate care and monitoring. The facility includes amenities like a barber and beauty salon, fitness programs with a focus on activities such as yoga, and access to laundry and dry cleaning services. A dedicated fitness center supports resident health, and hospice care is available as needed.
Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden offers complimentary transportation services for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes, facilitating access to external activities and healthcare providers. This service is intended to enhance the independence of residents, allowing them to engage with the wider community and attend necessary personal and medical appointments without hassle.
Families and residents commonly note the caring and professional staff, with the community appreciated for its welcoming atmosphere and variety of activities. While generally positive feedback highlights the attentiveness and friendly nature of the staff, some comments indicate that there can be inconsistencies in service delivery, particularly concerning response times to emergencies or assistance requests. Although most residents are satisfied with the offered amenities and dining options, there have been instances of dissatisfaction regarding food temperature and comfort within dining areas. The cost of care, noted by some families as high, may include extra fees for certain services, which could lead to dissatisfaction. Despite these challenges, many praise Benchmark Senior Living for facilitating residents' transitions into assisted or memory care environments effectively, while recognizing areas for potential improvement such as enhancing communication and caregiver support.
Costs at this community start at $3,800 and range up to $5,100. The average price in the community is $4,350, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,564. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.