My family visited Solstice of Guilford. The buildings are 25 years old. The apartment that was available was in dire need of renovation. It appeared to be all original including the bathroom vanity and shower. The carpet was cheap quality, the oven was 24 inch wide. It wasn't for our parents. The breakfast menu was cold cereal and other items brought to your door. My 90 year old mom called the director to say that she decided against Solstice as a consideration. Rather than taking the news in stride, the director insulted my mom!
Solstice Senior Living at Guilford
Offers Independent Living
7 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
March 01, 2021
I visited this facility
May 08, 2018
I visited this facility
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.
November 20, 2017
I visited this facility
It 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 here. 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 visited this facility
It 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.
September 23, 2015
I visited this facility
I liked it. 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 31, 2013
I visited this facility
I visited 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.
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!
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