Solstice Senior Living at Guilford had a washer and dryer on the second floor. The rooms didn't have a microwave or a dishwasher, and there was no walk-in shower in the bathroom. They have card games, Bingo, and trips. The staff was very nice, very pleasant, and I enjoyed my visit very much.
Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
Offers Independent Living
12 Reviews
201 Granite Rd, Guilford, CT 06437
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
Independent Living Reviews for Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
May 08, 2018
I visited this facility
November 20, 2017
I visited this facility
The Gables was a very nice, lovely place. The rooms were lovely, and the director was very informative and helpful. I liked it very much. They had a very inviting, big, stone fireplace. The rooms were pretty, spacious and well-designed, and the view was lovely and calm. The staff members were nice, helpful, and pleasant. I was very impressed.
November 09, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My husband is living at the Gables. It was reasonable and very nice, and he’s getting good care there. He likes it there. They have different topics for talks, they have a library, he likes talking to the people at meals, and they have entertainment there. They serve 3 meals a day, they have a hairdresser, and they take people to the stores. They have different plans and different places to go, and they have different day trips and things like that. They have a huge staff, there’s a separate nursing staff, and they’re very helpful with his needs. Everybody was pleasant and nice.
February 22, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
The Gables at Guilford looks like a large hotel. It’s nice inside and very clean with a pleasant atmosphere. They have large apartments and are very accommodating. Sometimes we call in the middle of the night or everyone can hit the buzzer on their life alert because the management live right there. My mother hates bingo but she loves the live music, dancing, and the movies every night. She seems to be OK and loves it.
January 31, 2016
I visited this facility
I did go to the Gables. They were very friendly, and committed to what services they were providing. They were less formal in their healthcare approach, and didn’t have a medical continuum at all. This was truly assisted-living. It was adequate especially if you like being in the country away from things. I did think it might have been a bit harder in terms of access ability for seniors, but they seem to take them out. They have transportation out for trips, and it was very homey. It was Veteran’s Day, so they just had pictures and stories of all their current and past residents who were veterans. Here’s something that they did that I thought was very cool; they said that my mother would have a mentor. She would have a guide when she move in there, and it would be a group of residents who’ve been there for a long time, and they would help her find her way around. They would assign her a buddy, so it’s like a buddy system, and I thought, “Wow, that would make a difference for my mother’s adjustment.” So that was a really good feature. The facility itself is not small, and it doesn’t feel homey specifically. However, these people had been working there a long time, and really had a good handle on the level of service. Like I said, this was assisted-living, so there was no nursing. If somebody needed extra assistance they hire their own staff to do that. It just wasn’t going to meet my mother’s needs at all, but I liked them.
October 28, 2015
I visited this facility
The Gables at Guilford was very well run. We had a nice lunch there. We met some of the people who were living there. It was very nice. The staff was very helpful. They had a 600-square-foot room with a small living room, bedroom, kitchen area, bathroom, and three small rooms. They had lots of activities. They had a whole calendar of things that they would do. They would provide you with services for your medical appointments. There was a lot of stuff -- entertainment, cards, exercise period where you could go into the little gym. It was very nice.
September 23, 2015
I visited this facility
I liked The Gables at Guilford. It was just too far out. It felt like home. Some residents were playing bingo, and some were playing checkers when I was there. The food was fantastic. It was like going to a restaurant. They had a menu.
May 06, 2015
I visited this facility
The Gables was fine. The apartments were lovely. They had many building with several floors, and it was set up -- I was sure -- just like any retirement community. The dining room looked lovely. I thought the factor that we had a problem with was that it was too expensive. Most of these places were too expensive. Overall, our visit was positive. We didn't observe any activities, but my partner's son played the piano there.
June 27, 2014
I visited this facility
The Gables was just fine. The biggest objection that I have is that the fee is very high. It's kind of hard for seniors with low incomes. The staff has been very knowledgeable. They're very nice, with good food. The apartments are very nice. We had a nice time there.
April 01, 2014
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My mother-in-law loved The Gables at Guilford the first time she saw it. The architecture was beautiful. The amenities were nice. The apartment was spacious. The price was reasonable. She loves the food as well. They have movie nights, bus service to various local attractions, arts and crafts, a pool table, and a lot more. It's great. I'd actually enjoy living there. We were really lucky to have found the one we love.
May 31, 2013
I visited this facility
I visited the Gables for a day about a year ago. It's a very, very nice, clean and airy place. There's plenty of room and the apartments are big. The food was good. I loved it because I came from that town, it is a senior independent-living facility and the town is where I wanted to go back to.
December 20, 2011
I visited this facility
I would not recommend the Gables at Guilford. Their website says "It's nestled in the woods" when in reality it's in the middle of nowhere. The physical layout is odd and spread out making it difficult for the residents to get around. The food was mediocre at best and options for alternative menu items were limited. The apartments are much smaller than depicted on the website and the housekeeping staff didn't do a very good job. The Gables is run by live-in management teams consisting of a husband and wife duo. The management turnover was frequent (7 teams in the two years my client lived there) making for a complete lack of consistency and a smoothly run operation.
Questions about Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Solstice Senior Living at Guilford. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Current age range is 67 - 100 years young.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Theaters, parks, galleries, restaurants, shopping, hiking, nature, to name a few.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Solstice Senior Living at Guilford has organized?
5/2, Van Wilgen's Garden Center and Ice Cream; 5/9, England Air Museum; 5/16, Mohegan Sun Casino; 5/23, Branford Kohl's and Lunch; 5/30, Pequot Museum and Lunch.
What transportation services does Solstice Senior Living at Guilford offer to independent living residents?
Kathy escorts our residents on our "Busy Buggy", new in 2018, a 13 passenger, wheelchair bus to local health care providers, retail stores, and other businesses. Once a week, it's used for group outings to dining and entertainment venues in the area.
What makes the chef or dining program at Solstice Senior Living at Guilford exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Our ELEVATE Dining Experience transforms the dining experience into a culinary celebration that inspires the engagement of our residents, families and friends. Three chef-prepared meals are provided every day of the week in our beautiful dining room, or delivered to your apartment. Breakfasts include a specialty breakfast item, your choice of hot and cold cereals, eggs, toast, and fruit. Seven entrees are available every lunch and supper.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Generous unreserved parking is available at both the front and back entrances to the community. The welcoming lobby and adjoining pool table/reading area offer comfortable seating. The high ceilinged dining room is rounded on two sides with wall to wall windows lookingt on landscaped courtyards, one leading to a large pond with gazebo. A sitting room with a rge screen TV shows movies, selected by residents, daily at 7:00 pm. Our library offers several regional and national daily newspapers. Our internet café has computers for those who don't or would rather not use our public WIFI. Our Exercise Room has several pieces of easy equipment to use. Our Game Room is our Bingo Parlor and the venue for larger activities. Each wing's three floors have a "link lounge" for sitting with friends, card playing, and putting together puzzles.
What safety features or security measures does Solstice Senior Living at Guilford offer to independent living residents?
We provide the Great Call pendant system to each resident; the cost is included in our all-inclusive monthly rent. A push of a button immediately connects the resident to a trained call enter operator who talks with the individual, determines the resident's need, and either contacts 911 or the communities on-duty manager. The resident may contact 911 directly by pressing and holding the button for at least 2 seconds. Associates monitor the community 7:30am-7:30pm daily. The community's doors are locked 7:30 pm -7:30 am daily.
If Solstice Senior Living at Guilford accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We welcome both cats and small dogs; there is a $25/month/pet fee. They are welcome to enjoy our outdoor courtyards, walk ways, and surrounding road.
Does Solstice Senior Living at Guilford work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
J.M. Homecare is our on-site, non-medical care home care organization which has served only our residents since 1992. The VNA of Southern CT is our primary home health agency partner. Other home care and home health agencies are also welcome to serve our residents.
Costs for Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
Services and Amenities of Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Dining Extra: Private Dining Room
Features
- Tv Room
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Lectures Discussions
- Wii Sports
- Fitness Room
Guest services
- Guest Parking
General
- Minimum Age: 55
Costs
About Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
Independent living is just that, you live independently enjoying the company of your friends and neighbors while we provide the convenience of restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, laundry, transportation services and much more. We believe you have earned the right to a care-free lifestyle. Let us do the daily chores so you can do the daily fun!
